Eurostars The Boxer
Boston, Massachusetts
Bulfinch Triangle
Vibe
An 1860s map of Boston spans the lobby ceiling, with an old-time key rack and metal chandeliers over the front desk.
“Flatiron industrial curio”
An 1860s Boston map spans the lobby ceiling; riveted steel wardrobes furnish guestrooms.
A triangular brick building from 1904 gives this boutique hotel its distinctive silhouette.
Bulfinch Social connects its ground-floor bar with a lounge of couches and scattered chairs.
In Bulfinch Triangle near North Station, with Beacon Hill and North End within walking distance.
“It’s a vintage-inspired twist on New England’s nuts-and-bolts industrial look — a playful, retro take on the classic loft apartment.”
Rooms
Riveted steel wardrobes and lighting inspired by gas lamps bring an industrial edge to guestrooms, with Calacatta marble bathroom countertops.
Backstory
At a 2013 licensing hearing, the manager explained that the Boxer name was meant to evoke Massachusetts' independent fighting spirit.
Eat & drink
Bulfinch Social, the ground-floor American brasserie and bar, connects to the lobby lounge, with à la carte continental breakfast served on site.
The neighborhood
TD Garden is 200 meters away, while a walk of roughly 700 meters takes you to Beacon Hill or the North End.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.