Most Romantic Hotels in Boston

Spa, hot tub, sauna, babysitting services

If you're ready to be pampered for the weekend, book a room at the Mandarin Oriental in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. Guest rooms combine accents like bamboo wallpaper with Art Deco style. Rooms offer city views or overlook the quiet central courtyard. There's a walk-in shower and a separate bath where you can enjoy a minibar treat. 

To make your stay more romantic, book a signature experience like the sunset tall ship sail, where you'll sip cocktails and nosh on nibbles prepared by the hotel's culinary team. Ramsay's Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay serves classic food like beef Wellington alongside New England fresh-caught seafood. At the spa, couples can recharge together with soothing spa treatments that incorporate Asian touches, like Japanese inspired forest therapy.

Indoor pool, steam room, complimentary bicycles, kids program

Boston's Seaport Hotel stands out among romantic Boston hotels for its kid-friendly features. The hotel is walkable to the Boston Children's Museum and Harborwalk, a pedestrian-friendly park where kids can ride scooters or complimentary bicycles. The hotel’s First Mate's Club keeps younger travelers busy with scavenger hunts and other activities. Plus, the concierge can help your family explore Boston's top kid-friendly adventures, like the nearby New England Aquarium or Boston Tea Party. 

Hotel rooms have either one king bed or two double beds, with interconnecting rooms available for families. In-room amenities include mini-fridges, two complimentary water bottles per day, Gilchrist and Soames BeeKind Bath Products, and the option to add a weighted blanket or choose your own pillow from the Pillow Library.

For an upscale dining option, guests can enjoy farm-to-table cuisine featuring hotel rooftop honey and garden herbs at TAMO Bistro + Bar. Aura also provides kid-friendly foods and the breakfast buffet is half price for children.

24-hour fitness center, two bars, plush robes, concierge

The Omni Parker House is a classic hotel known for high-end service—and, admittedly, for the small size of its rooms. While compact, the rooms have a historic feel with rich drapery, cherry wood tones, and upholstered wing chairs. The art and decor evoke centuries past, but the hotel is equipped with modern conveniences like WiFi, flat-screen TVs with on-demand movies, and more. The Hotel also has specials like the “rosé rendezvous” deal where couples can enjoy complimentary rosé, breakfast, late checkout, and a discounted rate. 

The hotel is proximity to the Boston Common, Public Garden, Faneuil Hall, and Freedom Trail mean Boston’s historic attractions are within walking distance. After exploring the town or catching a theater performance, settle in front of the fireplace at Parker's Bar or visit Parker's Restaurant, rated among the 10 Unexpectedly Romantic Restaurants in Boston by Zagat. Take note of the restaurant’s dress code—jackets are preferred for men and shorts and un-collared shirts are not permitted. And, of course, don't skip the iconic rolls.

Heated indoor pool, electrical vehicle charging station

The Hampton Inn Boston Seaport District is the perfect budget-friendly accommodation for couples. Accessible to Logan Airport and downtown Boston, the hotel comes with free breakfast and amenities like an on-site laundry room, indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. 

Guest rooms are pleasantly minimal, with plush beds and a separate work area, and in-room amenities include a television, mini fridge, and coffeemaker. In the lobby, treat yourself to a glass of wine, seltzer, or beer via the self-service Pour My Beer system. Since there’s no restaurant on-site, you can use that as an excuse to explore the neighborhood. For date night, consider taking a trip to the nearby Institute of Contemporary Arts followed by an al fresco dinner at one of the trendy waterfront restaurants, like Ocean Prime or Strega Italiano Seaport.

Indoor pool, fitness center, bicycles available

The smaller and quieter of Boston's two Four Seasons hotels, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street has a modern feel with minimalist decor. You're close to top Boston attractions like Fenway Park, Symphony Hall, Newbury Street shopping, and the Public Garden, but the skinny skyscraper hotel is a world away from the urban hustle and bustle. 

On the wellness floor, you can enjoy a spa that offers massage, reiki, chakra balancing, aromatherapy treatments, and much more. After a spa treatment, retreat to a soundproofed room with large picture windows overlooking Back Bay. 

Since the view is the real draw, rooms are minimalist with a neutral color palette. In-room amenities include a Nespresso machine, a private bar with local spirits, Frederic Malle bath amenities, and a deluxe shower with marble accents. Hotel dining options include the lively Zuma, One + One Restaurant, the lobby cocktail lounge Trifecta, or 24-hour room service.

Fitness center with outdoor deck

Fairmont Copley Plaza first opened in 1912 and was renovated in the 2010s to add a touch of modernity to the hotel's historic luster. Rooms are spacious and feature luxury linens, as well as a flat screen television and a Keurig machine, and many offer views of the bustling Copley Square. Some guests wish in-room amenities were more generous: you have to ask for a bathroom and slippers, and in-room refreshments are currently not offered. However, 24-hour room service means a snack is available at any time. 

During your visit, don't miss the rooftop fitness club, which has an outdoor deck with sweeping views of downtown Boston. And, when it’s time for a bite to eat, you can sip a stiff martini and enjoy burgers, Maine lobster rolls, and New England clam chowder at the guest-favorite OAK Long Bar + Kitchen.

Spa, several on-site restaurants, electric vehicle charging station, bicycle rentals available, weekly farmers market onsite 

The Charles Hotel is an AAA Four Diamond Hotel that gets top marks for friendly service and hospitality. The walkable location is perfect for couples who want to explore everything Harvard Square has to offer, from boutique shops to riverside running paths or kayak rentals. Corbu Spa & Salon offers relaxing treatments, including facials and couples massages. For dining, choose from the farm-to-table favorite Henrietta's Table or cocktails and small plates at Noir, which has summer music events.

Rooms at the Charles Hotel are on the small side, but they're well outfitted with preppy accents like plaid throw pillows and Shaker furniture. If you’d like more space, book a suite, which comes with a separate seating area.