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Boston Harbor Hotel opened on Rowes Wharf in 1987, the project of developer Norman Leventhal, who set out to turn a neglected industrial shoreline back toward the city. The domed rotunda and the archway that opens the building to the harbor are now among the most recognizable sights on the downtown waterfront, and the hotel holds a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating.

Choose it when you want the harbor to be part of the trip rather than a view in the distance. It suits couples, families who want a pool and connecting rooms, and business travelers who need the Financial District next door. The hotel sits on Atlantic Avenue, steps from the Freedom Trail, and Logan Airport is 3 miles away, close enough to reach by boat.

Rooms and views

Every guest room category is sold as either city view or harbor view, so the view is the real decision when you book. Rooms have marble bathrooms with rainfall showers and Diptyque products, and there is a range of room and suite types, up to the John Adams Presidential Suite. Select suites have private balconies. The 15th floor is kept pet-free and hypoallergenic, a useful request for allergy sufferers. The hotel charges no resort or destination fee; a refundable authorization, including $250 per night for incidentals, is placed on your card at check-in.

Arriving and exploring by water

The Rowes Wharf Water Taxi runs from March through December, daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (until 5 p.m. in late fall and winter), and serves the whole waterfront including the airport; the concierge books it. The wharf is also the hub for City Cruises commuter boats to Charlestown and Hingham, harbor island trips, whale watches and seasonal ferries to Provincetown and Salem. Sailors can dock at the hotel's marina, which takes yachts up to 200 feet, and a complimentary house car covers trips within two miles, subject to availability.

Rowes Wharf Health Club

An $8 million renovation added private wellness pods, a Full Swing golf simulator, halotherapy salt and infrared saunas and upgraded steam rooms. The indoor pool and its lounge have hot tubs and a chair lift, and the fitness center is open around the clock. Massage and personal training are booked through the club.

Restaurants and bars

Rowes Wharf Sea Grille is the hotel's full-service restaurant, serving seasonal New England cooking with a seafood focus and views over the harbor at breakfast, lunch and dinner. It has a children's menu, and reservations are recommended.

The Dark Bar is an intimate cocktail lounge with deep cherry tones, leather seating and a long list of classic and house cocktails, plus a short food menu.

Harbor Tea, the hotel's afternoon tea created with Palais des Thés, is served Thursday through Sunday from 2:30 p.m., with seasonal savories, scones, pastries and sweets paired to the teas.

Dandelion is the hotel's coffee and provisions shop, with coffee, pastries and grab-and-go items to eat in or take away. In-room dining is available daily.

Sources: Boston Harbor Hotel, location and transport, FAQ, dining, Rowes Wharf Health Club, Forbes Travel Guide. Checked September 27, 2026.

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70 Rowes Wharf
Boston, 02110

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Quick answer: Boston Harbor Hotel is a hotel at 70 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA 02110. Forbes Five-Star hotel on Rowes Wharf since 1987, with harbor-view rooms, a water taxi to Logan from its own marina and an indoor pool.

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Boston Harbor Hotel opened on Rowes Wharf in 1987, the project of developer Norman Leventhal, who set out to turn a neglected industrial shoreline back toward the city. The domed rotunda and the archway that opens the building to the harbor are now among the most recognizable sights on the downtown waterfront, and the hotel holds a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating.

Choose it when you want the harbor to be part of the trip rather than a view in the distance. It suits couples, families who want a pool and connecting rooms, and business travelers who need the Financial District next door. The hotel sits on Atlantic Avenue, steps from the Freedom Trail, and Logan Airport is 3 miles away, close enough to reach by boat.

Rooms and views

Every guest room category is sold as either city view or harbor view, so the view is the real decision when you book. Rooms have marble bathrooms with rainfall showers and Diptyque products, and there is a range of room and suite types, up to the John Adams Presidential Suite. Select suites have private balconies. The 15th floor is kept pet-free and hypoallergenic, a useful request for allergy sufferers. The hotel charges no resort or destination fee; a refundable authorization, including $250 per night for incidentals, is placed on your card at check-in.

Arriving and exploring by water

The Rowes Wharf Water Taxi runs from March through December, daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (until 5 p.m. in late fall and winter), and serves the whole waterfront including the airport; the concierge books it. The wharf is also the hub for City Cruises commuter boats to Charlestown and Hingham, harbor island trips, whale watches and seasonal ferries to Provincetown and Salem. Sailors can dock at the hotel's marina, which takes yachts up to 200 feet, and a complimentary house car covers trips within two miles, subject to availability.

Rowes Wharf Health Club

An $8 million renovation added private wellness pods, a Full Swing golf simulator, halotherapy salt and infrared saunas and upgraded steam rooms. The indoor pool and its lounge have hot tubs and a chair lift, and the fitness center is open around the clock. Massage and personal training are booked through the club.

Restaurants and bars

Rowes Wharf Sea Grille is the hotel's full-service restaurant, serving seasonal New England cooking with a seafood focus and views over the harbor at breakfast, lunch and dinner. It has a children's menu, and reservations are recommended.

The Dark Bar is an intimate cocktail lounge with deep cherry tones, leather seating and a long list of classic and house cocktails, plus a short food menu.

Harbor Tea, the hotel's afternoon tea created with Palais des Thés, is served Thursday through Sunday from 2:30 p.m., with seasonal savories, scones, pastries and sweets paired to the teas.

Dandelion is the hotel's coffee and provisions shop, with coffee, pastries and grab-and-go items to eat in or take away. In-room dining is available daily.

Sources: Boston Harbor Hotel, location and transport, FAQ, dining, Rowes Wharf Health Club, Forbes Travel Guide. Checked September 27, 2026.

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Amenities at Boston Harbor Hotel

  • Indoor pool and lounge with hot tubs
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Rowes Wharf Health Club with saunas, wellness pods and golf simulator
  • Rowes Wharf Sea Grille
  • The Dark Bar
  • Dandelion coffee and provisions
  • Harbor Tea (Thursday to Sunday)
  • In-room dining
  • Marina for yachts up to 200 feet
  • Rowes Wharf Water Taxi
  • Complimentary house car within two miles
  • Valet and self-parking
  • EV charging
  • Pet friendly
  • Connecting rooms
  • Meeting and wedding venues

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Boston Harbor Hotel?
At 70 Rowes Wharf on Atlantic Avenue, on the downtown Boston waterfront next to the Financial District. Logan Airport is about 3 miles away, roughly a 10-minute drive.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3 p.m. and check-out is at noon. A photo ID and credit card are required at check-in, and extended checkout may be available for a fee depending on occupancy. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Does the hotel charge a resort fee?
No. Boston Harbor Hotel does not charge resort or destination fees. A refundable deposit of $250 is applied to your card at check-in to cover incidentals, and state and local taxes are added at checkout.
How much is parking?
Self-parking in the underground Rowes Wharf garage, run by Laz Parking, is $55 per day with in-and-out privileges during the day. Valet parking for overnight guests is $70 per day. EV charging is available, and vehicles taller than 6 feet 6 inches are sent to an off-site garage.
Can I take a water taxi from Logan Airport to the hotel?
Yes. The Rowes Wharf Water Taxi runs between the hotel and Logan from March through December, daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., or until 5 p.m. in late fall and winter. The concierge can reserve it.
Is Boston Harbor Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes. Pets are welcome for a non-refundable fee of $100 per pet per night, with a maximum of two pets per room. The concierge can arrange dog walking for an extra fee, and the 15th floor is kept pet-free and hypoallergenic.
When is the pool open?
The indoor pool and lounge at Rowes Wharf Health Club are open daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., as are the locker rooms. The fitness center is open 24 hours.
What restaurants and bars are at Boston Harbor Hotel?
Rowes Wharf Sea Grille is the full-service restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner (weekday breakfast from 6:30 a.m., weekends from 7 a.m.). The Dark Bar is the hotel's cocktail lounge, Dandelion is its coffee and provisions shop, and in-room dining is available daily.
Does Boston Harbor Hotel serve afternoon tea?
Yes. Harbor Tea, the hotel's afternoon tea created with Palais des Thés, is served Thursday through Sunday from 2:30 p.m., with seasonal savories, scones, pastries and sweets paired to the teas.
Is the hotel good for families?
Yes. It offers connecting rooms, two-bedroom suites, cribs and rollaway beds, children's robes and slippers, games and toys, the indoor pool and a children's menu at Rowes Wharf Sea Grille.

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