At a Glance
The Mandarin Oriental is a luxurious oasis in the heart of Boston’s shopping and entertainment district.
Indagare Loves
- The 16,000 square foot spa, a true urban retreat, with full-day programs and private suites
- Direct access to the Shops at the Prudential Center and Copley Place, especially in winter
- The relaxing and chic Lifestyle Rooms near the spa on the 4th floor with wooden floors and built-in day beds under the windows
Review
The sleek Mandarin Oriental aesthetic soothes travelers on busy Boylston Street. The lobby and public spaces are home to 50 works from established contemporary artists, chosen by designer Frank Nicholson, a Boston native. From the David Hockney lithograph in the lobby to the Terry Winters engravings and Judith A. Brust paintings, many mediums are showcased along with a focus on New England sculptors, painters and potters. The 148 rooms and suites, some of the largest in the city, are serenely decorated in light wood furniture and subtle Asian touches, and the bathrooms have heavenly large soaking tubs. Many rooms have excellent views over charming Back Bay streets and their solid bourgeois architecture.
The main restaurant on property is Ramsay’s Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay, serving the chefs classics alongside local fare. There is a also a Forbes award-winning Spa and 24-hour fitness center. As with many Mandarin properties, the Boston hotel caters to children and offers many nice touches to keep families entertained and comfortable.
Who Should Stay
Art lovers who appreciate modern pieces, leisure and business travelers, shopaholics and families who want a central location with tip-top service
Written by Sunshine Flint