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Boston Harbor Hotel General Information

Boston Harbor Hotel Colonial history of the Boston Harbor Hotel site...
In 1666 a protective battery called the Sconce, or the South Battery, was built at the foot of Fort Hill in the area now known as Rowes Wharf. In peace the Battery had a company assigned to it in case of invasion, but had only one gunner. During the 1740's, the Battery was extended into the harbor and was manned by thirty-five guns. In the early 1760's, Rowes and Foster's Wharves were built on the site of the old Battery. Foster's Wharf was originally called Apthorp's Wharf. Charles Apthorp, being a staunch Tory, backed the wrong side in the Revolution, and it was his confiscated land and wharf that merchant William Foster bought for 6,266 pounds, 12 shillings in May 1782. Rowes Wharf, however, has carried its builder's name since its inception. John Rowes' ships sailed the ocean filling his shop and two warehouses with imported silk stockings, ribbons, Spanish silks, linens, woolens, Indian and English taffetas and salt. His whaling sloops brought in oil, and he also dealt successfully in coastal fishing. In July 1767, Rowe notes in his diary that his "warehouse fell in with fish." He was also the owner of a tea ship which had its cargo dumped during the Tea Party in 1773.

Boston Harbor Hotel Nineteenth-century history of the Boston Harbor Hotel site...
In the early 19th century, schooners imported fruit and other products and continued the salt fish trade with the West Indies and the British Maritime Providences. Though the big sails could be seen at the wharf, by the 1840's and 1850's packet ships predominated. Packets set sail for coastal points south and north from Rowes Wharf while they plied the route to Liverpool, England, from Foster's Wharf. By the last part of the 19th century, the steamship had taken over the seas. The south shore was served from Rowes Wharf by the side-wheeled steamboats of the Eastern Steamship Line from the 1860's to 1940. The Boston and Bangor Steamship Company debarked from Foster's Wharf at 5 p.m. every afternoon in the summer and semi-weekly in the winter. In 1879, the Boston, Revere Beach and Lynn Railroads built their wharf and ferry terminal between Rowes and Foster's Wharves, where for more than 40 years their ferries serviced East Boston.

Modern history of the Boston Harbor Hotel site...
Boston's waterfront began to show signs of decay by the 1930's. At Rowes Wharf, the wood piers began to rot and ramshackle sheds lined the docksides. Even so the Bay State Navigational School at Rowes Wharf and the Cape Cod Steamship Company at Foster's Wharf stayed through the 1940's. At the time of the urban renewal in the 1960's, maritime activity, such as James Bliss and Co., ship chandlers and Boston Yacht Club, left Rowes Wharf. However not all activity ceased. The Massachusetts Bay Lines has operated boats from Rowes Wharf for more than 20 years and the Boston Harbor Commuter Service started service from Rowes Wharf in 1984. Now with the revitalization of the waterfront, Rowes Wharf is one of the most distinguished addresses in Boston. The Boston Harbor Hotel stands as a gateway to and from the harbor. Private yachts from around the world and events such as Operation Sail and the BT Global Challenge call the wharf home. Once again, Rowes Wharf has become an integral part of the city of Boston where "merchants" of the financial world meet.

All of our rooms are luxury accommodations featuring a city skyline or harbor view, and are located on the 8th through the 16th floor

The Boston Harbor Hotel offers the most luxurious accommodations on the waterfront. Stay with us to experience the city's richest comforts in Boston's landmark waterfront hotel. Inside this unique luxury hotel an intimate lobby welcomes you with impressive spaces marked by hand-carved wood, Italian marble and an inspiring view of the majestic Boston Harbor.

Each of our 230 lavishly appointed guest rooms are designed with you in mind, and our impeccable service staff was trained to ensure your stay is extraordinary. All of our accommodations are designed to reflect the historic character of the waterfront in an elegant distinctly Boston style. All rooms at this luxury hotel offer magnificent views of either the breathtaking city skyline or the scenic harbor.

For your pleasure, our hotel includes the following choice of accommodations:

• 24 One-Bedroom Suites
• 97 Deluxe Rooms, featuring separate sitting areas
• 107 Superior Rooms
• Governor's Suite
• Presidential Suite

Standard Features of our Boston Accommodations . . .
The Boston Harbor Hotel appreciates the value of space and amenities for the distinguished traveler. Our spacious Boston accommodations start at 500 square feet and we offer services that cater to you.

Each of our newly renovated guest rooms in this award-winning luxury hotel in Boston includes:

• New work desk with custom made leather accessories, featuring an outlet box with data port connection and electrical connection
• Three dual-line telephones, with personalized voicemail, data port and speakerphone
• Flat-panel plasma TV, with premium-cable channels, in-room movies, and Web TV
• Wooden window valences/panels
• Marble bathrooms, with full vanity and bath mats and bath rugs
• Pen Haligons products placed in the shower as well as on the vanity
• Pad of paper and pen in the bathroom
• Self-illuminating closet, for your convenience
• Every room comes standard with:
  • Full-sized umbrella, at your disposal for inclement weather
  • Potpourri/sachet in closet
  • 2 bottles of spring water
  • Complimentary shoe shine
  • Complimentary daily newspaper - selection of five
  • Wake-up call - personalized with time and temperature
  • Turndown services beyond expectations - ice refresh, sheets turned down, radio turned on, curtains closed, bed side mat laid down, bath robe laid on bed
  • Two pairs of slippers
  • 24-hour room service
  • Breakfast pre-order menus
  • In room check out
  • 24-hour pressing
  • Dry cleaning - same day, available six days per week
  • In-room baby sitting services
  • Mini-bar, fully stocked with cold alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Iron & ironing board

The Boston Harbor Hotel offers a kids program with special amenities delivered upon request, including games, toys and cribs. Pets are also welcomed in our hotel, and we have amenities for them too!

Superior Rooms...
All of our rooms are luxury accommodations featuring a city skyline or harbor view, and are located on the 8th through the 16th floor

The superior room is our mid-sized room which is a very spacious 500 square feet. The superior room features a king size bed or two double beds and also includes a comfortable easy chair, desk and a fully stocked mini bar.

Deluxe Features of our Boston Accommodations . . .
All of our rooms are luxury accommodations featuring a city skyline or harbor view, and are located on the 8th through the 16th floor

For an added tier of comfort and convenience, our luxury hotel in Boston is pleased to offer Deluxe Rooms.

The deluxe room is one of our larger guest rooms which is also considered our junior suite at 525 square feet. This room consists of one king size bed and we also offer two double beds as well. This room consists of one large open room with a sitting area, including a sofa, comfortable easy chair, coffee table and desk. The deluxe room also features a vanity and dressing area as well as a fully stocked mini bar.

Beyond the standard features, these luxurious Boston accommodations also include:

• Additional seating area;
• Additional television;
• Make-up mirrors
• Pull-out sofa bed; and
• Work station

One-Bedroom Suites...

The Rotunda Suite : The Rotunda Suite is measured at 580 square feet and is located adjacent to the Rotunda of the hotel. The Rotunda Suite is a one bedroom suite which includes a king size bed. There is a solid door separating the bedroom from the living area which consists of a sofa, comfortable easy chair, coffee table and desk. This is the only suite with a dual view of the harbor and the city skyline.

The Center Suite : The Center Suite measures at 570 square feet. This suite has two rooms with French doors separating a bedroom with a king size bed and a living area. The living area consists of a sofa, comfortable easy chair, coffee table and desk.

The Corner Suite : The Harborview and Cityview Corner Suite measures 560 square feet. This one bedroom suite consists of a queen size bed in the Harborview rooms and a king sized bed in the Cityview rooms both offer a living area. The rooms are separated by the shape and design of the room (L Shaped).

Governor's Suite...
The Governor Suite measures over 900 square feet. This suite has a beautiful king size bed as well as an oversized living area. The living area has a sofa, comfortable easy chair, coffee table and desk. The room boasts a large outdoor balcony with spectacular views of Boston’s Historic Harbor. This room also has a vanity dressing area as well as French doors separating the bedroom and living area. The bathroom has a double vanity, Jacuzzi bathtub and large state of the art electronic walk-in shower with over head and side water jets, perfect for a romantic couples shower.

The Presidential Suite
For accommodations that transcend the comfort level, choose our Presidential Suite

The Presidential Suite is a two bedroom suite which is the most luxurious accommodation at the Boston Harbor Hotel. This suite is comprised of two Harbor view Superior rooms each of which have a king size bed, desk, comfortable easy chair and private bathroom. The oversize master bathroom offers a Jacuzzi tub. The Presidential Parlor boasts a large living area of over 900 square feet. The parlor consists of a dining room table accommodating up to 10 people, three sofas around an oversized coffee table, a large plasma screen television, and a full bathroom with a walk in shower. This suite provides picturesque views of the Boston Harbor.

The stately Presidential Suite will exceed all expectations. For the ultimate in luxury, choose this Suite where you will be treated to:

• Large fresh fruit & water
• Fresh florals
• Fax machine
• Jacuzzi bathtub
• Harbor view for all rooms
• Personalized stationery

Book for three or more nights and receive the following:

• Full bar set-up
• Butler service to coordinate all food and beverage needs and housekeeping services
• Concierge referrals and reservations in city as needed
• Airport pick up at arrival, with limo service to hotel
• Airport limo drop off on day of departure

Discover a new level of rich elegance at the Boston Harbor Hotel.

Beneath the unmistakable arches of the Boston Harbor Hotel, overlooking the majestic waterfront, three first-class Boston restaurants combine to provide the perfect blend of delicate fare, scenery, and ambience.

The Boston Harbor Hotel is pleased to offer the following distinctly Boston restaurant settings for your pleasure:

Intrigue Café, for casual Boston dining...
Welcome to Intrigue Café, our elegant cafe along Boston's beautiful waterfront.

Whether you care to breakfast by starlight or dine beneath the morning sun, Intrigue offers a magnificent "clock-free" menu that ignores the commonplace boundaries of time.

Relax and enjoy renowned Chef Daniel Bruce's ever-changing global perspective on cuisine which has resulted in gourmet masterpieces.

So, whether you're indoors or out, lunching or dining, join us and unwind in casual sophistication over a divine meal and an extraordinary view. Intrigue Café – timeless.

Rowes Wharf Bar, for Classic Boston Pub Fare...
Welcome to the Rowes Wharf Bar, the Boston Harbor Hotel's elegant retreat for the sophisticated traveler.

Located on the first floor with direct access to the streets of Boston, the Rowes Wharf Bar offers a casual, yet refined escape from the day's drudgeries. Our menu is sure to satisfy your tastebuds.

Upon entering, one is immediately struck by the bar's relaxed atmosphere: classical music, the occasional cigar, nothing particularly out of the ordinary. Yet, within these wood-detailed walls lays Boston's most extensive selection of fine scotches.

In Scotland, whiskey remains the drink of choice. Be it a celebration or merely a sedentary moment of meditation, whiskey has an almost ubiquitous quality, making it an appropriate drink for all occasions.

Whiskey derives its name from the Gaelic word "Usquaebach," literally meaning the water of life. So it should come as no surprise that the Boston Harbor Hotel chose to honor Rowes Wharf Bar by stocking it with over forty different scotches, both blended and single malt alike.

If whiskey is indeed the water of life, then Rowes Wharf Bar is a celebration of that life.

So if you're in the neighborhood, won't you please join us for a sampling of Boston's largest scotch selection? We promise not to disappoint.

Cheers!

24-Hour In-Room Dining at the Boston Harbor Hotel...
Once you get comfortable in one of our luxurious rooms, you may decide you never want to leave.

Which is why we offer a wide variety of in-room dining menus for your dining or snacking pleasure. Whatever the craving. Whatever the time. It's all just a phone call away. And it's all prepared in the award-winning style of the Boston Harbor Hotel.

The Perfect Setting For Boston Weddings And Events . .

At our Boston wedding and event facilities, we create and host celebrations beyond compare:

• Elegant weddings;
• Joyous bar or bat mitzvahs;
• Small but momentous gatherings.

Our Boston event facilities are equipped to accommodate dream weddings for 300 as gracefully as private birthday luncheons for 20.

The Boston Harbor Hotel also provides the perfect setting for corporate events. For more information about hosting meetings and other professional Boston events at our hotel.

Whatever the occasion, you and your guests will receive the highest level of personal service and savor four-star cuisine at our Boston wedding and event facilities.

Our function spaces offer a variety of architectural styles, all with breathtaking harbor views, to suit the size and style of your particular Boston event.

The Superlative Boston Spa And Health Club . . .
Nestled beneath the dramatic archway of the Boston Harbor Hotel on the scenic historical waterfront, the Spa at Rowes Wharf is ideally located for your convenience and pleasure.

Recognized as one of the premier Boston spas, the Spa at Rowes Wharf invites you to experience one of the most luxurious health and fitness centers in New England, where state-of-the-art facilities and unmatched amenities converge.

We cater to the rigorous standards of the strictest health and fitness enthusiasts to bring you the premier health club in Boston.

Whether you aim to enhance the body or soothe the mind, our Boston spa and fitness facility is designed to accommodate your every wish.

The Premier Boston Spa Resort . . .
With The Spa at Rowes Wharf at your disposal, there's no need to leave the city to discover the luxury of a spa retreat.

Our full-service Boston day spa offers a complete range of services and the highest-quality products in Yonka, Murad, Olavie, Jane Iredale & Davines designed to:

• Beautify and pamper
• Relax and stimulate
• Reduce pain and stress
• Assist with recovery from exercise and injury and
• Soothe your mind, body and soul.

Discover the luxury of any of the treatments available at our Boston spa, or spoil yourself completely by indulging in a full Spa Day.

This luxurious Boston day spa offers a full host of natural treatments for the face and body, including:

• Massage
• Facials
• Body Treatments
• Manicure and Pedicure

From the very basic to the most advanced, our Boston spa ensures unique and effective experiences that nurture the body and soothe the soul.

Our special Spa Days have been designed to offer you the most relaxing and invigorating of experiences. For complete personal care, this Boston spa offers:

• Half days
• Full days
• Weekend packages

The Ultimate Health Club in Boston . . .
Conveniently located in the heart of the city's financial district, our Boston spa and health club is furnished with the latest in exercise equipment, offering immediate as well as advanced fitness programming.

Distinctive features of this exclusive health club in Boston include:

60-Foot Lap Pool, the invigorating focal point of our Boston health club;

Fitness Center equipped with the full range of exercise equipment, including:

• Stairmasters
• Cybex Strength Training Systems
• Cross trainers
• Gravitron
• Precor-elliptical trainer
• Life fitness trainers
• Rowing machines
• Free weights
• Treadmills
• Stationary bike
• Step mill

Personal Fitness Training Services: Our highly qualified personal trainers will develop a program that is customized to directly focus on your personal goals.

Health Programs with featured offerings for:

• Weight loss
• Specific sports
• General health

Exercise Classes such as yoga, yogalates & water aerobics

Personal Fitness Assessment Tests with featured offerings for:

• Cardiovascular capacity, and
• General wellness, flexibility and strength.

Whirlpool, the perfect way to unwind after a vigorous workout.

Gift credits, bridal packages and memberships to this health club are available.

The Definitive Boston Conference and Meeting Site . . .

If business should call you to our beautiful locale, we have everything you need to convert your Boston conference or corporate event into a resounding success story.

Our 15,000 square feet of meeting space accommodates the full range of Boston conferences and business functions, from intimate gatherings of 12 to large groups of 500.

Choose from nine distinctive private function rooms to suit the particular needs of your Boston conference or meeting.

Superior Boston Conference and Meeting Facilities . . .
Exceptional service and outstanding features come together for optimum effect at Boston Harbor Hotel. Each meeting room features panoramic harbor views and state-of-the-art technology to enhance your next Boston conference or meeting event.

In addition, our entire catering staff is at your disposal. Refreshments and award-winning cuisine can be prepared to suit any taste or agenda.

Conveniently located off the lobby, our full-service Business Center offers all of your Boston conference attendees the necessary amenities to conduct business smoothly. Our service staff is always available for assistance.

Enhance your next Boston conference or business function with the ideal combination of professional work environment, complete business amenities and compelling location.

Host your next Boston conference or business function at Boston Harbor Hotel.

The Boston Harbor Hotel proudly accepts the American Express Card for Meetings & Events payments.

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