AAA Four Diamond Hotels in Boston

Boston is one of the most culturally rich and historically significant cities in the United States. The city is home to over 35 colleges and universities, world-class sports venues, and some of the most influential sites of the Revolutionary War. With so much to do and see, and so many fantastic hotels in Boston, it’s no wonder the city is a tourist hot spot.

Along with its numerous attractions, Boston is also home to superb hotels that make visiting the city all the more enticing. These are some of the best AAA Four Diamond Rated hotels in Boston to help make planning a trip to the historic city easier than ever.

Fairmont Copley Plaza

Built in 1912, the Fairmont Copley Plaza hotel has been a Back Bay institution for over a century. The hotel is known for its majestic architecture that has remained unchanged since its opening. The hotel’s decor has kept with the times and features modern rooms with flat-screen TVs. Fairmont’s on-site restaurant, the Oak Long Bar and Kitchen, features an elegant atmosphere and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel is located directly next to the Boston Public Library and historic Trinity Church and is a short walk away from the renowned shopping of Newbury Street.

Revere Hotel Boston Common

Revere Hotel Boston Common is a trendy, contemporary hotel in the center of Boston’s Theater District. The hotel has a heated indoor pool, 24-hour amenities and dog-pampering options like doggie treats and plush bedding for man’s best friend. Many rooms at the 24-story hotel feature private balconies and most have fantastic views of the city. Boston’s Public Garden is located just two blocks away, and a subway stop provides easy access to Haymarket and Fenway Park. The famed Orpheum Theatre is a 15-minute walk away from the hotel.

Hotel Commonwealth

Elegance and intimacy are everywhere at this charming hotel. All 149 rooms at the Hotel Commonwealth feature mini-libraries and marble bathrooms, making guests feel like they’re in the lap of luxury. Aside from its beautiful amenities, the hotel’s location just off of Interstate 90 is a major draw. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is located 3 miles away from the hotel and Fenway Park is right across the street, making this one of the best AAA Four Diamond hotels in Boston for anyone who wants to catch a game. The hotel is great for visiting either Boston University (across the street) or MIT (across the Charles River). For those who are into the culture of the city, the Museum of Fine Arts is located just a mile away.

Loews Boston Hotel

The Loews Boston Hotel is located in Boston’s Back Bay, just a short walk away from some of Boston’s best attractions. The hotel is located in the former headquarters of the Boston Police Department. Each of the 225 rooms in the hotel offer free Wi-Fi, 46-inch LCD TVs and contemporary decor. Loews Boston is also home to a stylish bar and grill. The hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the Charles River and less than 2 miles away from Fenway Park and TD Garden, home of the Boston Celtics and Bruins. If you’re not into sports, there are many museums within 2 miles, including the Museum of Science and Museum of Fine Arts. The Boston Public Garden is also just three blocks away.

Seaport Boston Hotel

Located in Boston Harbor, the Seaport Boston Hotel offers Bose Wave radios and marble bathrooms in each of its rooms. While you’re there relaxing, be sure to check out the hotel’s heated indoor pool, which has a unique system that plays music under the water. The hotel is one block away from Boston’s World Trade Center and is a short walk away from many family-friendly attractions including the New England Aquarium (1 mile away from the hotel), the Boston’s Children’s Museum and the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum (both within a 15-minute walk). The hotel also features a restaurant with a diverse, globally inspired menu.

The Langham, Boston

Opulence defines this beautiful Boston hotel in a building that was once home to the Boston Federal Reserve Bank. The Langham is home to both a restaurant that aims to reflect Boston’s diversity with seafood and ethnic cuisine, and a lounge that hosts entertainment. Guests have said that the hotel is within walking distance of everything, with many popular spots nearby. Located in the financial district, the Langham is across the street from Post Office Square, a 10-minute walk from Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Rowes Wharf, and 2 miles away from Symphony Hall. For history buffs, Boston’s Freedom Trail is just a half-mile west of the hotel.

InterContinental Boston Hotel

The waterfront InterContinental Hotel boasts luxurious amenities and a prime location. The nine-story hotel’s 424 rooms feature stylish decor, soaking tubs and pillow-top mattresses. It’s easy to relax at the hotel, as it offers massage services and its own steam room. It is also home to three separate restaurants: Sushi-Teq is a modern Asian-fusion restaurant that features contemporary takes on many sushi dishes; Miel Brasserie Provencale serves French cuisine in an elegant setting; and RumBa Rum and Champagne Bar is a chic bar and grill with a varied menu that features everything from fish tacos to fried calamari. The hotel is one block away from the subway, which provides easy access to Fenway Park and TD Garden. Faneuil Hall is a half-mile from the hotel.

The Lenox Hotel

This extravagant and historic hotel has operated continuously since its opening in 1900 and is one of Back Bay’s most popular lodging options. The Lenox Hotel has cemented its place in show business history – it was once home to actress Judy Garland. The hotel’s rooms feature sumptuous decor like crystal lamps, luxury bedding, marble baths and high ceilings. The hotel offers three on-site dining options: City Table, a casual American eatery; Solas, an Irish pub and grill; and City Bar, a hip drinking spot. The hotel’s location is as exquisite as its amenities – it’s just blocks from Trinity Church, Newbury Street and Copley Place.

Boston Harbor Hotel

History and elegance come together to create a wonderful atmosphere at this beautiful hotel named for the harbor it borders. The Boston Harbor Hotel offers stunning water views in each of its 230 rooms, as well as marble bathrooms fit for a king. The hotel’s on-site spa is the perfect place to unwind during a business trip or add to a relaxing vacation. It is situated on Rowes Wharf, which is a five-minute walk from the aquarium and a nearby subway stop. If you’re  in a walking mood, Boston Common and the Public Garden is about a mile away, and Faneuil Hall Marketplace is a half-mile away. The Rowes Wharf Sea Grille calls the hotel home and offers seasonal selections of fresh seafood, most of which comes from local fisherman.

Ames Boston Hotel

Housed in what was once Boston’s tallest building, the Ames Boston Hotel perfectly combines the city’s history with its modern culture. The building that the hotel occupies was built in 1893 and was used as office space until 1999. It was completely renovated and became the Ames Hotel in 2007. The rooms at the Ames boast minimalist styling, with oak floors and high ceilings. The hotel is the most centrally located of the AAA Four Diamond hotels in Boston, as it sits on the convergence of the financial district, midtown and the Faneuil Hall neighborhoods. Guests at the hotel are a quick walk away from the shopping at Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Quincy Market, the entertainment and restaurants of the theater district and a short subway ride to the Back Bay.

*The Ames Boston Hotel permanently closed in September 2019.

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