About us
Perfectly situated in the heart of downtown Boston, The Ritz-Carlton, Boston offers guests an unmatched blend of refinement and comfort. Boston proudly claims the distinguished honor as the inaugural home of The Ritz-Carlton brand in the United States, a legacy that has flourished since its inception in 1927, continually redefining the art of luxurious hospitality. Take advantage of our stunning city views and 193 lavishly appointed guestrooms, including 43 suites. Our eleven function rooms, totaling 12,000 square feet of meeting space, are located on the second floor of the hotel, offering a convenient event flow for all programs. Our dedicated team of event managers ensure a seamless experience from start to finish, delivering unparalleled level of personalized services
Venue Details
ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandThe Ritz-Carlton
Built2001
Renovated2017
Total meeting space12,462 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms193
Venue typeLuxury hotel
Industry Ratings
AAA
Forbes Travel Guide
Northstar
Awards
Industry awards
2024 AAA Five Diamond Award Winner
2017, The Knot Best of Weddings
Amenities
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Business services
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
Recreational activities
- Health club
- Indoor pool
- Skiing
- Spa or salon
- Tennis courts
Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
Equipment
- Dance floor
- Loading dock
- Piano
- Staging area
AV capabilities
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
Room features and guest services
- Calls (local)
- Concierge services
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (garden)
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
Facilities
- Extended stay
- Onsite catering
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Outside caterers allowed
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Space (private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Sustainability
This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.
Certifications (1)
Green Key Global Eco-RatingSustainability level: 4 Green Keys
Certification body: Green Key Global
Issued: 11/13/2024 Expires: 11/13/2027
Seasonal Availability
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High season
Sep 01 - Nov 15Apr 01 - Jun 30
Shoulder season
Nov 16 - Dec 30Jul 01 - Aug 31
Low season
Jan 01 - Mar 31
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
12,462 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,354 sq. ft.
Space (private)
10,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
11
Second largest room
2,294 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
Total meeting space
12,462 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,354 sq. ft.
Space (private)
10,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
11
Second largest room
2,294 sq. ft.
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Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2,100 sq. ft. 60 x 35 sq. ft. | 11.4 ft. | 200 | - | 120 | 200 | - | - | - | |
1,160 sq. ft. 58 x 20 sq. ft. | 11.4 ft. | 80 | 48 | 80 | - | 78 | 60 | 45 | |
3,354 sq. ft. 78 x 43 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 300 | 78 | 270 | - | 300 | 200 | 70 | |
427 sq. ft. 18 x 24 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 35 | 15 | 24 | - | 35 | 18 | 16 | |
420 sq. ft. 18 x 24 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 25 | 12 | 10 | - | 25 | 18 | 12 | |
269 sq. ft. 13 x 20 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | |
262 sq. ft. 15 x 17 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 12 | 9 | 10 | - | 12 | 12 | 10 | |
574 sq. ft. 17 x 34 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 50 | 30 | 50 | - | 50 | 30 | 26 | |
1,317 sq. ft. 21 x 81 sq. ft. | 11 ft. | 150 | - | - | 150 | - | - | - |
Guest rooms
Total guest rooms
193
Single (1 bed)
107
Single (1 bed) rate
$285.00 - $695.00
Double (2 beds)
43
Suites
43
Tax rate
16.45%
Total guest rooms
193
Single (1 bed)
107
Single (1 bed) rate
$285.00 - $695.00
Double (2 beds)
43
Suites
43
Tax rate
16.45%
Location
Getting Here
3.5 miles from Logan International Airport
Steps away from MBTA Red Line, Orange Line, Green Line
10 minute walk from South Station (Amtrak)
Distance from airport
4 mi
Distance from airport 4 mi
Parking in the area
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking
( $65.00/day )
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The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the The Ritz-Carlton, Boston regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Ritz-Carlton, Boston's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does The Ritz-Carlton, Boston have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Paper,Newspaper,Cardboard,Mixed,Aluminum,Plastic,Glass,Cooking Oil,Food Packaging
Diversity and Inclusion
For US hotels only, is The Ritz-Carlton, Boston and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Ritz-Carlton, Boston's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
Health and Safety
Were practices at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations.
Does The Ritz-Carlton, Boston clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations.
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
The corporate sustainability team can help to offset customers' carbon footprints by contacting Sustainability@marriott.com.
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
sustainability@marriott.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
Yes, Eliminated straws and stirrers; provide bottled water and other bottled beverage alternatives; implemented large format bath amenities
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Yes
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, Hotels following MI Cleaning Protocals
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for the latest progress on Marriott International's community engagement efforts.
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
WEGD@marriott.com
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