About us
│Boston Uncommon│ From up here, you don’t just see it—you feel it, too. The history that birthed a revolution. The intellect and energy that beckon from bustling squares, bookshops, and bistros. The skyline that promises even bolder horizons. Seventeen stories above the brownstones and tree-lined streets of Back Bay, surrounded by the windows of the sky lobby at Raffles Boston, the experience begins to cohere. And that’s only the arrival. Raffles Boston is located in Back Bay, the cultural epicenter of Boston, just nearby Fenway Park, the Museum of Fine Arts, Faneuil Hall, and some of the world’s most renowned universities and historic landmarks. │Gather for the Great Moments│ This city’s spirit of celebration comes to life in our dynamic event venues across our 18th and 19th floors. Host your headline-grabbing event in the Raffles Main Ballroom, with panoramas of the Charles River imparting a quintessentially Boston ambiance. More private get-togethers can be made to measure in our Neruda Boardroom, the flexible Malraux and Michener Meeting Rooms, and ample sunlit pre-function spaces. In every single venue, you’re supported by leading audio-visual technology and a team of professionals dedicated to your event’s success. │A Taste for the Finer Things in Life│ Executive Chef George Mendes’ Signature Restaurant Amar pairs modern Portuguese cuisine with an adventurous by-the-glass wine program. Time-honored New England classics abound at Long Bar & Terrace, with a refined approach to all-day dining, afternoon tea, and memorable nights. Just nearby, cleverly crafted cocktails await at Blind Duck speakeasy, you can become part of the city’s proud literary tradition with a visit to the Writers’ Lounge, or even indulge in a gourmet night-in with sumptuous in-room dining selections. On our lower floors guests can start the day at Café Pastel with house-baked European-inspired pastries and espresso beverages or rendezvous with friends and colleagues at our effortlessly elegant second-floor restaurant. │A Stay Styled for You│ The interiors spark the conversation. The view sparks the imagination. Dramatic skies and city lights pair with the woodgrain and warm brass that re-imagine mid-century American decor in a thoroughly modern milieu. All the amenities you expect—and some you don’t—lend a curated residential touch to your stay with us in each of our 147 guest rooms & suites. Lastly, no stay with Raffles is complete without the complimentary services of a private butler—unique among North American hotels.
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Amenities
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Spa or salon
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Staging area
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (ocean or water)
- View (urban)
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Need dates
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Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Floor Plans
Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Max capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2,660 sq. ft. - | 15 ft. | 200 | 48 | 150 | 180 | 180 | 111 | 54 | 108 | 50 | |
941 sq. ft. - | - | 80 | 27 | 50 | 80 | 80 | 24 | 24 | 30 | 29 | |
1,050 sq. ft. - | - | 60 | 27 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 30 | 24 | 24 | 29 | |
836 sq. ft. - | - | 40 | 14 | 40 | 40 | - | 16 | 12 | 24 | 24 | |
268 sq. ft. - | - | 10 | - | - | - | - | 10 | - | - | - | |
1,506 sq. ft. - | - | 96 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
1,544 sq. ft. - | - | 65 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
2,167 sq. ft. - | - | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Guest rooms
Location
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Additional Information
Cancellation Policy
Varies; Standard transient reservation cancellation policy is 48-hours.
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A stay in any one of our international Raffles properties is an experience to remember. Every Raffles hotel reflects the mood of its location, with a personality that is both intimate and luxurious. Each of our hotels provide an oasis for the well traveled, allowing their guests to share stories and celebrations. Discover what we believe makes life worth living and our legendary history dating back to 1887 with Raffles Singapore.
Raffles Boston Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Raffles Boston regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion.
Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
Accor has an event foot printing tool that is being replaced with an updated version called the Carbon Tracker which will be for corporations.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
leah.marsh@raffles.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
At Raffles Boston we believe it is our responsibility to care for our planet and shape a more sustainable future of travel. O ur sustainability initiatives encompass everything we do from reducing our carbon footprint, embracing sustainable food chains, and promoting local ecosystems in the Boston area. As part of the hotel’s commitment, several measures have already been implemen ted, such as removing single-use plastics, placing refillable amenity containers in all guest rooms, using recyclable materials for f ood and beverage packaging, and sourcing renewable electricity. This persuit of a more sustainable future is a top priority for Raffl es Boston and just as important is the need to communicate and encourage our guests involvement in our initiatives. Raffles Boston is proud to have achieved the prestigious Green Globe Certification, standing as the currently the only property in the United States to receive this globally recognized distinction in sustainability. This milestone reflects our steadfast commitment to reducing environmental impact, fostering community engagement, and setting an new standard for responsible hospitality.
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
We do not generate onsite renewable energy. We purchase 40% of our energy from wind Green-E RECs.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
What measures are in place to allow for social distancing in fitness centers (e.g. equipment configuration, staggered usage times)? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
In line with Accor standards.
Has the fitness room cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included? If no fitness center, please put N/A.
Yes : In line with Accor standards.
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes : In line with Accor standards.
Does the property limit number of guests in restaurant, bar, or dining areas due to COVID19 or other pandemics? If yes, please provide details of how restaurant, bar, or dining areas limits capacity? If no restaurant or bar, please put N/A.
Yes : In line with Accor standards.
Has the public bathroom cleaning routine been adjusted/increased? If yes, what new measures are included?
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
leah.marsh@raffles.com
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