Taking a closer look at Boston, the city has so much more to offer than just the American Revolution. Known as one of the oldest cities in the US, Boston has a lot in store when it comes to a city charm. Once dubbed the Athens of America, it’s no surprise that the city’s become a cultural capital since the 16th century. As of today, both residents and visitors alike are welcomed to marvel at Boston’s cultural stage and heritage as well as its contemporary art, music, and theater scenes. And you’ll find plenty of romantic hotels in Boston to sway your special someone.
Where to Stay in Boston
The most romantic scene in Boston is by the Seaport District. With picturesque harbor views and dozens of seafood delicacies around, you’d think the amorous atmosphere wouldn’t get any better. That only if you haven’t known about the luxurious Back Bay. Going over the top is never too much on the occasion of love. For the lux-seekers, staying in Back Bay may be one of the best choices out there. Our take on the top 10 things you can do in Boston might give you some ideas on how to spend the day (or night) with your date.
Boston downtown could be the best choice for when you don’t want to stray too far from the heart of the city. Besides, the city views adorned with a sunset is a timeless romantic sight. Rest assured you won’t be running out of ideas as the city is one of the top tourist attractions in the USA.
W Boston
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The stylish 4-star hotel is located just 5 minutes away from the Boston Common. During your stay in W Boston, expect no ordinary sound system in each room. With a BOSE audio player available in each room, you and your date can sway and groove to the familiar tunes of your choice from dusk until the night goes deeper. Along with the BOSE audio player, a DVD player is also added to guest rooms. It might spark an idea for staying-in movie night for both of you.
How does having a little local adventure for a date sound to you? W Boston’s deal on Stay Local, Save Big allows you to save more while getting the best of the local gems near the hotel. It would definitely include all the fun around Chinatown! From dining to local experience, this is such a great deal offered by one of the most romantic hotels in Boston.
Other than the Boston Common, nearby attractions you and your partner can explore are the Freedom Trail and Boston Public Library. A date at a library? Why not!
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The Lenox
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Nestled elegantly at the center of Back Bay, The Lenox boasts itself in its splendor design. Take your partner to devour on some of the best Irish foods at the hotel’s award-winning restaurant, Sólás, which also serves as one of Boston’s authentic Irish pubs.
One of the offers at The Lenox that’s specially curated for the colder months—and not to be missed—is their Fireside Experience Package. Talking about an amorous event, the package invites you both to stay at one of the hotel’s Executive Fireplace rooms. You and your loved one get to enjoy fireside in-style with two cups of hot chocolate and s’mores inspired chocolate. Did we say how perfect this deal is for the colder months? In addition to that, you might be interested in this: all the snacks and drinks you enjoy are locally sourced.
Now when we talk about planning a staycation, we oftentimes worry about how something might come up before the long-awaited day. If you’re planning a staycation with your partner at The Lenox, you’d have fewer worries about this one as the hotel applies the flexible day-of-arrival policy. Once everything is set and clear, a 4-PM late check out is guaranteed for your stay to make the best out of your quality time with them. Lindt chocolate treat will also be provided to sweeten your short break.
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Boston Hotel Commonwealth
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When it comes to making the most out of your quality time with someone special, Boston Hotel Commonwealth offers some of the most attractive packages you can find. Whether it’s a simple B&B package or creating the best Sox spirit moments, both are equally exciting. And a memorable experience is guaranteed.
Located only steps away from Fenway Park, a place where “baseball is forever”, you and your significant other can watch the game together from the hotel’s Fenway Facing guest rooms, just 0.1mi from the action. The package also includes a great deal to keep your spirit up since you’re getting a 50 USD gift card to the Red Sox Team Store. Perfect to gear you two up before the game!
Tune out of the world and tune in to Hotel Commonwealth’s signature comforts to bring you to the dreamland. The Bed & Breakfast package is a simple yet rewarding treat for when you and your lover need a little tweak in your romance. An oversized luxury guestroom is prepared for two in overnight accommodation. It also comes with a 20 USD worth of gift card to Kenmore Square’s Cornwall restaurant. After savoring breakfast at the local’s favorite, head back to the room for another siesta as you enjoy the late 2 PM check-out.
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The Bostonian Boston
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Spending a night—especially with someone you love—at The Bostonian Boston will serve not only as a delightful memory but also an exquisite experience. Nestled in Boston downtown with the best views of the historic Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, this hotel is unlike other romantic hotels in Boston. The blend of both classic and modern reflected in every nook of the property has never looked so fine.
If you’ve been trying to impress your special someone for your anniversary, the hotel’s Suite Stays will be your savior. With a guaranteed first-class pampering and upgraded amenities, there’s no way that this gift would fail to flatter them. Apart from the VIP welcome amenity, this package also includes a 25-USD food and beverage credit as well as a 25% off for suite accommodation. With all these privileges, why not take it to surprise your loved one? It’ll be worth it!
The Bostonian’s North 26 Restaurant serves local favorites such as lobster deviled eggs and New England shellfish stew. A wide range of cocktail specialties and small bites is also available at their on-site bar.
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Clarendon Square
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Clarendon Square is undoubtedly one of the prettiest accommodations you can find in the center of Boston. This lodging is also an ideal stay when you’re looking for the most romantic hotels in Boston with Jacuzzi for your romantic getaway. With a classic architectural design—an exquisite inheritance—and offering one of the best views of the city, Clarendon Square is not one to be overlooked at.
The lodging is the perfect base to take your partner on a date around New England, Cape Cod, as well as the Islands. The attractive quaint building is not only reflected in the building, but it also extends to the beautifully designed guest rooms and is tailored to every detail in the en-suite marble bathroom.
Unlike other romantic hotels in Boston, this six-story lodging has its own charm to attract lovebirds of the town. The hot tub placed at the rooftop of this B&B is the piece de resistance of Clarendon Square. It’s perfectly fine to enjoy the tub at sunrise or under the starry sky, both equally present an enchanting experience.
Apart from the rooftop tub experience, Clarendon Square prides itself on its generous outdoor space. Devour a meal or sip a cup of afternoon tea at the garden terrace as you make the most out of your quality time with a sweetheart.
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Kimpton Marlowe Hotel
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Kimpton Marlowe Hotel is another terrific choice if you’re looking for romantic hotels in Boston with Jacuzzi. Its sophisticated design is the reason it’s one of our favorite lodgings in Boston. A luxurious accommodation where it’s only steps away from many of the area’s main points of interest is proof that sometimes, we do get the best of both worlds.
Every stay is a guaranteed top-class experience. Provided with state-of-the-art amenities and services, you and your beau won’t be running out of ideas to spend some quality time together. Kimpton Marlowe’s over the top free services includes a free kayak, stand up paddleboard, and bicycle rentals. Basically, bicycle rental is very much in line with the hotel’s eco-friendly values.
Planning on a romantic dinner with your beau? Make use of the on-site restaurant, Bambara, where you and your special someone devour on American cuisine as well as classic New England delicacies. Wrap up the night by enjoying the hotel’s free evening wine hour, special for the guests.
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The Ritz-Carlton, Boston
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The luxurious hotel located in downtown Boston features 2 on-site restaurants for guests. Each spacious room is equipped with a CD Player and a minibar. Depending on the location, the rooms offer a city view and park view. Rejuvenate your body and soul at The Spa at the Equinox Sports Club. It offers a wide variety of treatments from facials, massages, body treatments to beauty services, and treatment packages. You can also enjoy an indoor pool available at the premises.
For when you try to impress a special someone, Ritz Carlton Boston offers an attractive Special Occasion package. Upon your arrival, a welcome amenity of champagne and fresh fruit will greet you both. To celebrate the special night, deluxe overnight accommodation is provided for two. A valet parking and breakfast for two in the hotel’s Artisan Bistro is also included in this package. A romantic getaway awaits you in Ritz Carlton, one of the most romantic hotels in Boston.
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Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront
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Nestled within the North End by Boston Harbor, Battery Wharf Hotel is located only 7 minutes’ drive to the New England Aquarium. Other than its entry-level facilities like a 42-inch flat-screen TV equipped in each room, couples get to enjoy a cup of Joe from the comfort of their room by making one with a complimentary Nespresso coffee machine. Battery Wharf Hotel is also one of the most romantic hotels in Boston with Jacuzzi. Such a perfect place to create your dreamiest moment with your lover.
Couples particularly can enjoy this special romance package from the hotel. A Dream of Italy takes you both to an experience of an Italian vacation, but not so far from your home. With the luxury of a Presidential Suite, you and your loved one can sip your morning espresso on your Private Terrace or quaff a bottle of Prosecco while overlooking the fantastic Boston Harbor.
The package also includes other benefits. Namely a 100 USD American Express Gift Card to use at any restaurant in Boston’s North End and a spa credit worth of 150 USD to be used at Baffery Wharf’s Exhale. Another benefit also comes in a credit of 50 USD for breakfast at Café Amalfi.
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Mandarin Oriental Boston
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Still around the Back Bay area, it comes as no surprise how this 5-star hotel chain is located in the most luxurious part of Boston. Other than the basic hotel facilities like a TV and minibar, each guest room in Mandarin Oriental Boston is featured with designer linen. An en-suite marble bathroom with a bath or shower is also at your disposal.
Mandarin Oriental Boston is a great choice if both you and your partner need a small break from the hustles and bustles of the city. The hotel’s full-service spa is not to be missed! This on-site spa is one of the only Forbes’ Five-Star awarded spas in Massachusetts and M.O.’s “Get Togethers” package is a great deal at one of the most romantic hotels in Boston. Perfect for two, the package includes daily in-room breakfast, 30-minutes spa treatment, as well as a Two Go Boston Cards. These cards will give you both access to Boston’s premier historic landmarks and attractions. And there are more than 40 sites listed!
Another attractive package offered by the hotel is a fine Staycation deal. This will work as a reward for lovebirds out there who have been working hard on their jobs. You guys deserve this short break! The package will cover daily breakfast for two, a 100 USD worth food and beverage credit, an overnight valet parking, and of course, an early check-in/late check-out privilege. Begin your short break by enjoying a complimentary bottle of wine from the get-go.
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Boston Harbor Hotel
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The runner up on our list of most romantic hotels in Boston is the best place to marvel at Boston’s harbor views. Boston Harbor Hotel is a 5-star accommodation, housing a full-service spa, and an award-winning on-site restaurant. Each guest room is equipped with a Smart TV, completed with Bluetooth for audio streaming. You can make your own cup of Joe in the comfort of your room as it’s provided with Illy coffee machines.
Designed for the LGBT couples who need a short getaway for their special moments, folks at Boston Harbor Hotel invites you for a Preferred Pride package. This package includes splendor overnight accommodation and a special welcome from Chef Daniel Bruce upon your arrival. Complimentary use of the Rowes Wharf Health Club and Spa is curated for you lovebirds!
Another attractive package you can choose from is the Boston Harbor’s romantic getaway. Escaping with a loved one sounds like a terrific idea, doesn’t it? Start the special night by sipping a glass of champagne and enjoying a local Seacoast Sweets chocolate as these treats will be delivered to your room just right after your arrival. Still in the comfort of your bed the next day, devour on a full American breakfast for two from Rowes Wharf Sea Grille first thing in the morning.
Boston Harbor makes sure no couples get left behind. “Sounds of… Silence” package is specially curated for parents. Time to leave the kids at home and sip your Sauvignon as you marvel at the harbor. Linger a little longer before your late 1 PM check-out. You deserve this!
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XV Beacon Hotel
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Topping our list of most romantic hotels in Boston is none other than XV Beacon. There are plenty of reasons as to why this hotel is capping our list, including its several lovely packages perfectly curated for lovebirds out there. Originally built in 1903, it’s already very telling of how this building has been a witness to decades of an era. And it doesn’t hinge on its historic lead. Rather, it manages to welcome and marry all the forward-looking conveniences. One of them includes how each generous guest rooms are equipped with iHome systems and a gas fireplace.
Escaping to XV Beacon for a rekindled romance is highly recommended. The hotel’s Romance on The Hill Package is the perfect fit for such an occasion. This will be one of the closest reality to the romantic scenes you’d usually see in movies. You got your rose petals, a bottle of sparkling wine, and chocolate-covered strawberries. A guaranteed late check-out at 2 PM would be the cherry on top of your romantic night.
Another treat both you and your partner deserve comes in a Babymoon on Beacon Hill Package by XV Beacon Hotel. It provides the lux and the setting you both need before you welcome your parenthood. A generous privilege is offered in the package; in-room breakfast for two, complimentary Lavender bath salts, a rose petal turndown service, and a complimentary 2 PM late check-out as well as Room Upgrade. Although both of the latter services are subject to availability, you can still make the best out of your stay just for the two of you before the little one arrives. Kick-off your night with chocolate-covered strawberries and a chilled sparkling cider as your welcome amenity.
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Recommended Restaurants / Bars in Boston:
- Oleana – On the occasion of love, it’s okay to spend a little more on special days. Take your significant other to Oleana for a taste of Eastern Mediterranean cooking specialties by Ana Sortun.
- Deuxave – Is there anything more romantic than a chandelier-lit room? At Deuxave, sweet memories are born from contemporary French fare with a huge choice of a wine list.
- Drink – Looking for a place of authenticity? This is the right place. Bartenders are here to craft your personal tipples, something you won’t find in other places.
- The Gallows – Up for a brunch date? Why not! The Gallows offers a wide array of contemporary brunches menu, from steak frites and fried chicken to booze-friendly snacks such as scotch eggs and fried Babybel cheese.
Recommended Activities In Boston:
- The Boston Duck Tour – Are you in to discover Boston from a different angle? Get on board! An 80-minutes tour on a unique amphibious vehicle taking you to historic sites of the city and into the Charles River.
- Reliving Boston Tea Party – Get to know more about one of the most prominent events in the history of America. See the authentically restored tea ships through the unique 1-hour museum tour.
- Visiting Plymouth Plantation Living History Museum – A visit to Plymouth Plantation means taking yourself back to the 17th century. Visitors can also participate in the daily activities of the pilgrims.