Cosy hotels full of history in Boston
Buildings with a past: period features, heritage settings and old-world character. We've scored 8 cosy hotels full of history in Boston; Hampshire House leads at 6.6/10. Ranked by cosy score.
- Boston, United States
A handsome colonial venue right on Beacon Street overlooking the Public Garden, Hampshire House wins particular praise for its crackling fire, park views, attentive staff, notably Sydney and Michele, and food that consistently delights guests at intimate gatherings of up to around 100.
- Boston, United States
The Boston Hotel Buckminster carries the weight of a landmark steeped in history, sitting right on Kenmore Square with friendly staff and overnight parking that makes it a practical base in the heart of the city.
- Boston, United States
A handsome historic building in the heart of Boston, the Lenox charms with thoughtful personal touches, complimentary wine on arrival, rooms adorned with locally inspired artwork, and staff members such as Gerry in accounting and lobby associates Hudson and Patrick who go quietly out of their way to make occasions feel properly looked after, though a handful of guests have found service inconsistent enough to temper expectations.
- Boston, UK
Perched beside the River Witham opposite the grand Boston Stump, the White Hart Hotel has been welcoming returning guests for many years with spacious, comfortable rooms, marvellous food, and staff, including the likes of Esti and Ilona, who keep everything running smoothly and treat nothing as too much trouble.
- Boston, United States
The restaurant at The Winthrop Arms wins consistent praise for its generous, well-priced cooking, from a celebrated chicken pot pie to Friday-night prime rib, whilst the rooms, though clean and charmingly old-fashioned in their dim bedside lighting and great-aunt-esque furnishings, come with practical shortcomings including no lift, no in-room phone, and an unstaffed front desk after hours that leaves guests rather on their own.
- Boston, United States
Tucked away on a quiet, pretty residential street within walking distance of the Boston Symphony, the Inn at St Botolph charms guests with its four-poster beds, spacious apartments complete with full kitchens and in-unit washers and dryers, and warmly attentive staff like Tom, who takes a personal interest in guests' plans and goes above and beyond to help.
- Boston, United States
A handsome historical property where attentive staff like Leonardo and Cori create memorable moments, though dim room lighting slightly undermines the warmth, and the scale feels more grand than intimate.
- Boston, United States
Housed in a characterful Boston brownstone, this guest house wins repeat visitors with its meticulously clean rooms, a continental breakfast of fresh fruit and plentiful choices, and staff whose kindness and helpfulness shine through, though some guests have found the house rules strictly enforced and the service inconsistent.
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