A Legend Reborn: The Omni Parker House Redefines Meetings and Events in Boston
A new chapter begins for one of Boston’s most iconic hotels.
This summer, as they celebrate its 170th anniversary, the Omni Parker House unveils a comprehensive property-wide renovation — reimagining every guest room, suite, and meeting space to meet the evolving needs of today’s meeting and event professionals.
Historic Legacy, Modern Capability
Located in the heart of downtown Boston, steps from Beacon Hill, Faneuil Hall, and the Freedom Trail, the Omni Parker House has long been a gathering place for innovators, leaders, and storytellers. Following an extensive transformation, the hotel’s 23,000 square feet of flexible event space now blends classic Boston charm with advanced technology and design-forward functionality.
Each of the 19 newly reimagined meeting rooms has been refreshed with enhanced lighting, upgraded audiovisual infrastructure, and flexible layouts that accommodate everything from executive board meetings to large-scale conferences and elegant celebrations.
Signature Spaces, Elevated Experiences
The hotel’s famed Rooftop Ballroom, one of Boston’s most sought-after event venues, has been restored with renewed detailing and upgraded finishes that complement its sweeping city views. Perfect for galas, weddings, and milestone events, the ballroom retains its historic grandeur while offering the flexibility and technology planners demand today.
For smaller gatherings, the Dickens Room — inspired by the hotel’s literary legacy — has been transformed into a refined executive boardroom, ideal for strategy sessions and intimate meetings. Additional breakout spaces have been redesigned to support modern event flow, offering adaptable configurations and enhanced acoustics to optimize both in-person and hybrid formats.
Designed for Comfort and Continuity
The renovation extends throughout the hotel’s 551 guest rooms and 57 suites, each featuring elevated finishes, marble-accented bathrooms, and contemporary amenities that ensure comfort between sessions. New “Legend Suites” — themed around Boston’s most celebrated figures and landmarks — offer exclusive accommodations for VIPs, keynote speakers, or executive retreats.
Planners and attendees alike will appreciate the refreshed lobby and public spaces, which balance timeless elegance with modern sophistication — perfect for informal networking and pre-event gatherings.
A New Era for an Iconic Venue
For nearly two centuries, the Omni Parker House has hosted literary greats, political leaders, and cultural icons. Today, that legacy continues with a revitalized property designed for the next generation of meetings and events.
“This transformation ensures the Parker House remains a vibrant centerpiece of Boston’s hospitality landscape,” said Susan Wilson, hotel historian and author of Heaven, by Hotel Standards.
Whether hosting a conference, corporate retreat, or unforgettable celebration, the newly reimagined Omni Parker House delivers a setting where heritage meets innovation — and where every meeting becomes part of Boston’s ongoing story.
The transformed Omni Parker House.
Explore meeting opportunities and submit an RFP at omnihotels.com/hotels/boston-parker-house
