InterContinental Boston by IHG
Boston, Massachusetts
Waterfront
Vibe
The walk-through lobby connects Atlantic Avenue to a quiet channel-side green, where locals exercising outdoors mingle with visiting families.
“Glass sail retreat”
Attentive staffing supports the stay; eligible Club guests receive private check-in and daily canapes.
The 80-minute Healing Honey Agave Massage combines dry brushing, warm compresses and scalp work.
Sail-like reflective glass and a curved podium evoke rigging and a ship's hull.
Beside Fort Point Channel, with South Station and the Financial District a short walk away.
“an army of staffers see to it that you’re never without help. And a hotel of this size can afford some big amenities”
Rooms
Classic rooms and corner-view suites pair marble bathrooms with picture windows that bring in ample daylight.
“All of the Italian marble and Texas limestone lining the lobby and hallways are certainly attractive qualities, too.”
Wellness
A 45-foot heated indoor lap pool anchors the wellness facilities, with steam rooms, a 24-hour gym and poolside lounging overlooking the Greenway.
“A massive, walk-through lobby stretches from the main thoroughfare of Atlantic Avenue back to a quiet green space on the channel.”
Eat & drink
Start with Italian cocktails at Bar Fellini, then head to Matria for housemade pasta and steaks drawing on Northern Italy.
“Visitors can check into a plush classic room on Four Point Channel or into a corner-view suite—all with marble baths and picture windows that let in ample light—”
The neighborhood
Fort Point’s converted warehouses sit across the channel, while South Station and the Financial District are a short walk away.
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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.