The much-anticipated Raffles Boston hotel opened its doors on 15 September 2023, marking a new era of luxury hospitality in one of America’s most historic cities. In the bustling heart of the Back Bay neighbourhood, Raffles Boston is poised to redefine the city’s hotel scene with the first Raffles Hotel & Residences in North America.
Boasting a striking contemporary design, the 35-story, sustainable new build hotel houses 147 well-appointed rooms and suites, offering a haven of sophistication for leisure and business travellers. Each room is meticulously designed, featuring modern amenities, plush furnishings, and breathtaking views of the cityscape or the Charles River. A three-story Sky Lobby with spiralling Grand Stair, a signature Raffles feature, greets guests on arrival, a design sign of what’s to come.
The hotel’s culinary offerings feature world-class cuisine from signature restaurant Amar by Chef George Mendes, with its menu of modern Portuguese dishes. Café Pastel serves coffee, tea, cold-pressed juices, and pastries daily. Savour handcrafted cocktails at the Long Bar & Terrace or in the late-night bar, Speakeasy. On the 17th floor is the Raffles Writer’s Lounge, a signature Raffles space made famous for the esteemed writers and poets.
Opening in December, La Padrona is from James Beard Award Winning Chef Jody Adams and Executive Chef Amarilys Colon, who will bring traditional Italian cuisine with ingredients sourced directly from Italy and New England.
For wellness, The Guerlain Spa at Raffles Boston offers a full-service spa with his and hers sauna, steam room and ice showers; a state-of-the-art gym; and a 66-foot swimming pool on the fourth floor.
Raffles Boston’s opening marks a significant addition to the city’s hospitality landscape, inviting guests to experience the luxury and impeccable service that the Raffles Hotels & Resorts group has been famous for since 1887.
“Boston represents a historic and sophisticated cultural hub in the United States, and we could not imagine a more well-suited city to play host to the Raffles experience for years to come,” said Raffles & Orient Express CEO, Omer Acar.
