Boutique hotels combine luxury and unique atmosphere

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Massachusetts boutique hotels offer intimate settings with an extra dose of luxury and pampering. These European-style hotels in Massachusetts are located close to historic attractions, fine dining and shopping, and wonderful entertainments. Some Massachusetts boutique hotels have been designated as Historic Hotels of American, a guarantee that visitors will enjoy a special and memorable stay.

Inn at Hastings Park

2027 Massachusetts Avenue Lexington, MA, 02421 Phone: 781-301-6660

Picturesque inn, picture-perfect setting: a winning combination for guests

The Inn at Hastings Park, 15 miles from Boston, both honors its past and gives a creative nod to the present with its 22 rooms and suites in three thoughtfully restored 19th century buildings. Decor throughout is creative and stylish, and the rooms feature luxurious linens and rain showers. The inn calls its hospitality “revolutionary,” drawing on its location near the battle green where the Revolution began. The staff has recommendations for area activities, from trolley tours of historic sites to visits to local orchards and the homes of famous authors. The inn’s restaurant, Artistry on the Green, offers farm-to-table dining as well as Saturday afternoon teas and Sunday brunches. The inn belongs to the elite Relais & Chateaux association.

Franklin Hotel Martha's Vineyard

222 Upper Main Street Edgartown, MA, 02539 Phone: 508-379-2100

Let your adventure in Edgartown, and the Vineyard, begin at this delightful boutique hotel

Experience all that Edgartown has to offer at this exquisite boutique hotel a short stroll from the heart of the historic village. You’ll be delighted with your chic room, thoughtfully curated in a nautical style with fresh, modern finishes. No two of the 18 rooms are alike. You may have a vaulted ceiling, a whimsical dormer, a spiral staircase leading up to a snug loft. Some rooms have electric fireplaces; all have great charm. Walk into Edgartown, with its cobblestone streets and stately homes built for whaling captains. Shop in one-of-a-kind stores, dine on the freshest seafood, enjoy a concert or go to the theater. The island also boasts miles of gorgeous hiking and biking trails, quaint fishing villages, pristine beaches and five lighthouses.

Deerfield Inn

81 Old Main Street Deerfield, MA, 01342 Phone: 413-774-5587

Experience the history, hospitality and charm of New England at this special inn

The Deerfield Inn is pure New England: proud of its history, welcoming to all and full of charm. The boutique inn’s 24 unique rooms feature antiques and period reproduction furniture; some rooms come with fireplaces, writing desks or comfy reading chairs. The on-site restaurant and tavern offers three warm, inviting meals per day and a cheerful fireplace for sipping cocktails and chatting with guests and locals. The front porch, with its original robin’s egg blue ceiling (the main inn dates back to 1884) is a great place to sit in an Adirondack chair and admire Main Street’s lovely 18th and 19th century homes. Nearby attractions include art, history and aviation museums; hiking, biking and skiing trails; breweries and wineries; Sturbridge Village and Hancock Shaker Village.

XV Beacon

15 Beacon Street Boston, MA, 02108 Phone: 617-670-1500 Toll-Free: 877-982-3226

Celebrated luxury hotel reigns in one of Boston’s most exclusive neighborhoods

One of Boston’s most celebrated neighborhoods, Beacon Hill, is home to one of its most celebrated boutique hotels: XV Beacon. The turn-of-the-century Beaux Arts building features 63 elegant rooms, all with gas fireplaces, heated towel racks, luxurious bathrooms and bedding and individually curated art. There’s a popular high-end steakhouse (providing 24/7 room service), a fitness center and a concierge happy to help with tickets, private tours, maps for jogging and biking routes and in-room massage services. Stroll the area’s gas-lit cobblestone streets, visiting shops, galleries, museums and restaurants, or attend a theater performance, concert or sporting event. Walk the Freedom Trail, which begins in nearby Boston Common. Ask about special packages for romantic getaways and winter and spring escapes.

Hotel on North

297 North Street Pittsfield, MA, 01201 Phone: 413-358-4741

One-of-a-kind boutique hotel with historical roots close to Berkshire’s attractions

Close to all the attractions of the beautiful Berkshires area, the Hotel on North is a blend of historic charm and modern amenities, making it a delightful retreat four seasons of the year. Its buildings date back to the 1880s, when they served as a menswear and sporting goods emporium, and you can still find touches that mark its past, from exposed brick to tin ceilings and decorated columns. Each room is unique, its decor handpicked for originality. Some have gas fireplaces, wet bars – even kitchenettes. An on-site restaurant offers craft food and drinks, and a lounge area is perfect for cocktails (you can even enjoy them in a birdcage elevator!). You’re close to art and history museums, cultural venues, skiing and hiking trails.

Salem Waterfront Hotel

225 Derby Street Salem, MA, 01970 Phone: 978-740-8788 Toll-Free: 888-337-2536

Luxuries of an urban hotel in one of New England’s most picturesque coastal towns

Modern luxury with coastal charm: That’s the secret to the popularity of the Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites. Located on picturesque Pickering Wharf with its elegant shops and world-class restaurants, this boutique hotel offers guests everything from a heated indoor pool and state-of-the-art fitness center to a marina and award-winning restaurant. Stroll down the jetty to Derby Wharf Lighthouse, glimpse the majestic three-masted Friendship of Salem, or head downtown to check out the Peabody Essex Museum, the House of the Seven Gables or the Salem Witch Museum. A heritage trail helps you explore this colonial city. And Boston is only a ferry or train ride away. Ask about the Family Vacation and the Stay and Dine or Romance packages.

Boston Harbor Hotel

70 Rowes Wharf Boston, MA, 02119 Phone: 617-439-7000 Toll-Free: 800-752-7077

Boutique hotel offers guests a sophisticated hospitality experience right on the water

You’ll know you are about to enjoy a hospitality experience unlike any other when you step through the 60-foot archway at the Boston Harbor Hotel. Nestled right on the water, this Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond urban resort also sits in the heart of history and the hub of culture, close to the Freedom Trail, the Tea Party ship, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, the New England Aquarium and the theater district. Lush fabrics, bold decor and harbor and city views greet you in your chic room or suite. Enjoy 24/7 access to a state-of-the-art fitness center with lap pool, sauna and steam room. Dine on the region’s freshest seafood at the renowned Rowes Wharf Sea Grille.

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