Curated luxury hotels in Back Bay

Experience the charm of The Charles.

The Charles Hotel is a proud member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts and a AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel. Situated in the heart of Harvard Square, bordering the Harvard campus and a mere 10 minutes from downtown Boston's world-class attractions and Logan International Airport, our location is unparalleled.

At The Charles Hotel, we pride ourselves on offering an understated, elegant charm that seamlessly combines with the warmth and ambiance of a New England home. Picture yourself in our inviting library, where you can savor a drink and engage in meaningful conversations with friends. Relax in one of our 303 well-appointed rooms, including 46 suites.

What sets us apart is the dynamic atmosphere of thoughtful intellectual discourse and learning, which captivates both the young and old, the influential and the contemplative. We bring together the best of both worlds, blending our serious side with a touch of zany off-beat fun. From our captivating quilt collection to the soulful notes of jazz concerts and an eclectic restaurant inspired by the essence of a pig, our offerings are as diverse as they are delightful.

At The Charles Hotel, we serve as a home-away-from-home for accomplished, esteemed guests visiting Boston or Harvard. We're their choice because we consistently meet their exceptionally high standards. We look forward to welcoming you!

For those in search of exhilaration or relaxation, we offer our new state of the art Fitness Center and world-class spa and salon experience at Corbu, ensuring that our guests can unwind and rejuvenate.

No pool, additional rooms - total 303, restaurant Bendetto now Bar Enza, new Hotel Fitness Center.

Located in Lexington, The Inn at Hastings Park, Relais & Chateaux - Boston is in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Lexington Battle Green and Minute Man National Historical Park. This luxury hotel is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Burlington Mall and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Walden Pond.

When you stay at The Westin Waltham-Boston in Waltham, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Harvard University and Harvard Square. This hotel is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from Boston University and 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Located in Newton (Auburndale), Boston Marriott Newton is within a 5-minute drive of Brandeis University and Newton - Wellesley Hospital. This hotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Boston Children's at Waltham and 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Babson College.

With a stay at Boston Marriott Burlington in Burlington, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Tufts University and Burlington Mall. This hotel is 10 mi (16 km) from Harvard University and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Harvard Square.

Located 20 minutes’ from Boston city centre, this hotel boasts free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool and rooms with a microwave and refrigerator. Fenway Park is 9 miles away.

All rooms at Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Needham include a flat-screen cable TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a seating area with sofa bed. Select rooms have a separate living room.

A 24-hour reception is available for guests. A fitness centre and a snack bar are also available.

Guests at the Needham Residence Inn can enjoy free hot breakfast served daily and free grocery delivery. Acapulco’s Mexican restaurant and Pronti Bistro Indian restaurant are 5 minutes’ drive away.

The Mall at Chestnut Hill is located 4 miles away and offer various shopping and dining options. Gillette Stadium and TD Garden are 25 minutes’ drive away.

Situated in Lexington, 3.1 km from Minute Man National Historical Park, The Inn at Hastings Park, Relais & Châteaux features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the bar.

All guest rooms in the inn are equipped with a coffee machine and an iPod docking station. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at The Inn at Hastings Park, Relais & Châteaux have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms are fitted with a seating area. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

The accommodation offers a terrace. Guests at The Inn at Hastings Park, Relais & Châteaux will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lexington, like skiing.

Brattle Theatre is 16 km from the inn, while Harvard Square is 16 km from the property.

With a stay at Archer Hotel Boston/Burlington in Burlington, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Tufts University and Burlington Mall. This hotel is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Harvard University and 10.6 mi (17 km) from Harvard Square.