Located in the Beacon Hill neighbourhood, this Beaux-Arts era boutique hotel has 63 rooms. Each of these is designed as a place to linger – there are iHome systems, flat-screen TVs, Frette linens and gas fireplaces, with in-room massage therapies or and cocktails available to order from the on-site wine cellar. Venture to the public areas via an original-cage elevator or the grand marble staircase, and you’ll discover the classic steakhouse Mooo, a gym, a rooftop terrace and a hot tub. The hotel’s town car is available for short excursions and an around-the-clock concierge is on hand for everything from dinner reservations to jogging routes.

Found in the trendy district of Downtown Crossing, right across from Boston common, the Ritz-Carlton stands out on the skyline as a gleaming tower. Inside, soft greys lead the colour scheme with pops of vibrant colour here and there. This creates a calming, serene ambience, aided by the slick, five-star service. 193 bedrooms and suites have a clear mid-century influence. The Artisan Bistro serves pasta, salads and New England favourites. In the lobby, Avery Bar features dark wood panelling, signature martinis and a lit fireplace providing a cosy backdrop for a little imbibement. Additional amenities in the multi-storey hotel include Equinox Sports Club, a pool and a spa.

The red brick facade of the Four Seasons is the kind of building you probably imagine when thinking of Boston. The building was once the city’s Playboy Club and is found among Victorian brownstone buildings. Once inside it’s unashamedly fancy, with chandeliers, marble, plush bespoke textiles and abundant space and light. Guests can dine in the Aujourd Hui Lounge, the Sottovento Coffe Bar, outdoors at The Sanctuary or poolside. Rooms range from deluxe kings to speciality suites offering separate living and sleeping areas (perfect for extended stays). Accessible rooms across each of the categories are also available to book. The indoor pool has a great view and there’s a gym for those wishing to work out.

Opened in 1987, the hotel became a landmark with its 60-foot archway linking the harbour to the city. It has received a host of high profile awards and accolades, including Forbes Five-Star Hotel, AAA Five-Diamond Hotel and Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice. Its set on Rowes Wharf, offering excellent views of the maritime comings and goings. Inside, you’ll find a large health club with a pool, 232 plush guestrooms, luxe residential suites and a gym. The fresh fish and crustacean offerings at Rowes Wharf Sea Grille are unmissable and can be enjoyed alfresco while the bar has the feel of an exclusive private members’ club.