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InterContinental Boston vs Raffles Boston

InterContinental Boston is an established 5-star waterfront hotel on Fort Point Channel with large event spaces and a full-service spa; this guide is for travelers who want a waterfront base with big meeting or wedding facilities. Raffles Boston is a newly opened 5-star Raffles property near Back Bay and Copley Square, aimed at luxury travelers seeking Butler service and a central Back Bay address.

Updated · about 1.2 km apart

Exterior view of InterContinental Boston twin glass towers and waterfront park.

InterContinental Boston

Waterfront · Large event venues · Spa & indoor lap pool

Best for big events, weddings, and travelers who want a waterfront base and an on-site heated indoor lap pool.

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Raffles Boston, Boston, Massachusetts

Raffles Boston

New Raffles-brand · Copley Square location · Butler service

Best for travelers wanting a new, centrally located Back Bay luxury hotel with Butler service and multiple in-house dining outlets.

Quick Verdict: InterContinental Boston vs Raffles Boston

When InterContinental Boston wins: choose InterContinental for large meetings, weddings, or if you want direct Fort Point Channel/Boston Harbor access and a 45-foot heated indoor lap pool inside a well-established property.

When Raffles Boston wins: choose Raffles for a newly opened, high-design Back Bay address, Butler service, contemporary suites, and a compact footprint close to Copley Square and shopping on Newbury Street.

Bottom line: both are 5-star luxury hotels in central Boston—pick InterContinental for event capacity and a waterfront setting; pick Raffles for a newer, Back Bay-focused luxury stay with Butler-level service.

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InterContinental Boston vs Raffles Boston – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for InterContinental Boston and Raffles Boston
CategoryInterContinental BostonRaffles Boston
Overall vibeEstablished waterfront luxury with a mix of business, leisure, and event travelersNew flagship luxury hotel with a contemporary Raffles service style
LocationFort Point Channel waterfront between Financial District and SeaportCopley Square / Back Bay, steps from Boston Public Library and Newbury Street
Size424 rooms147 guestrooms
Age / openingBuilt in 2006; established property with multiple recent food-and-beverage updatesNew Raffles-branded opening in Boston (recent)
Pools & signature amenity45-foot heated indoor lap pool inside Spa InterContinental (complimentary for guests)Indoor pool / hot tub and steam room listed on supplier page (one hot tub noted)
Restaurants & barsMatria (Northern Italian), Bar Fellini, Loyall Counting Room speakeasy, Five-10 WaterfrontThree restaurants including Long Bar & Terrace, 24-hour room service and a coffee shop/cafe
Spa & fitnessSpa InterContinental: ~6,600 sq ft, six treatment rooms, steam room, 24-hour health clubFull-service spa with treatment rooms, steam room and sauna noted in supplier listing
Event & meeting spaceAbout 32,000 sq ft of meeting/event space including two grand ballrooms (up to ~1,200 guests)Conference/meeting space ~4,800 sq ft (meeting rooms and conference space)
Known forWaterfront views and large-scale event/wedding capacityRaffles service touches (Butler service in suites) and a central Back Bay address
Family / age policyAll-ages property; family-friendly amenities listedAll-ages property (not adults-only)

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Location: Fort Point Channel vs Copley Square

InterContinental Boston – Location

InterContinental Boston sits on the Fort Point Channel waterfront between the Financial District and the Seaport.

  • Directly adjacent to the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum and Harborwalk.
  • Close to South Station (roughly a five-minute walk) and water-taxi access from the hotel dock.
  • Good base for harbor excursions and sites in downtown and the Seaport District.

Choose InterContinental for a waterfront position and easier water-based transfers.

Raffles Boston – Location

Raffles Boston is centrally located near Copley Square and Newbury Street in Back Bay.

  • Steps from Copley Square, Boston Public Library, and high-end Back Bay shopping.
  • Short walks to the Prudential Center and many Back Bay restaurants and shops.
  • More of a traditional city-center location than a waterfront resort.

Choose Raffles for a Back Bay shopping-and-museums base in a compact city block.

Rooms: 424 rooms vs 147 guestrooms

InterContinental Boston – Rooms

InterContinental Boston offers 424 rooms and a range of suites and club rooms across a larger building.

  • Room types include Classic Rooms, Club Rooms, Junior Suites, several 1-bedroom suites, and large Presidential/Penthouse suites.
  • Club Lounge access is available for a fee with breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres.
  • Rooms include water-view and channel-view options; elevators sized for wheelchair access.

InterContinental has more room variety and larger inventory suited to groups and meetings.

Raffles Boston – Rooms

Raffles Boston lists 147 guestrooms including Deluxe, Premier, Grand rooms and multiple suite categories.

  • Several room types explicitly include Butler Service and marble baths with rain showers/soaking tubs.
  • Suite lineup includes Emerald Suite and Premier Suite options with wet bars and Butler service.
  • Accessibility and hearing-accessible room types are listed in the supplier details.

Raffles focuses on a smaller set of luxury rooms and suites with Butler service in many categories.

Dining & drinks: multiple on-site outlets

InterContinental Boston – Dining & drinks

InterContinental Boston has multiple long-running outlets including Matria and Loyall Counting Room.

  • Matria is a Northern Italian restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, and dinner; seasonal terrace dining available.
  • Loyall Counting Room is an intimate speakeasy-style cocktail bar; Bar Fellini offers Italian-inspired cocktails.
  • Five-10 Waterfront provides American seasonal dining with water views for lunch and dinner.

InterContinental offers a variety of distinct restaurant and bar concepts, including a waterside option.

Raffles Boston – Dining & drinks

Raffles Boston lists three restaurants including Long Bar & Terrace plus 24-hour room service.

  • Long Bar & Terrace is one of the property's signature dining/drink venues.
  • A coffee shop/cafe and bar/lounge are available for casual food and drinks.
  • Cooked-to-order breakfasts are offered for a surcharge with published hours.

Raffles provides multiple in-house dining outlets and round-the-clock room service for a compact luxury experience.

Pools & signature amenity

InterContinental Boston – Pools & signature amenity

InterContinental's notable amenity is a 45-foot heated indoor lap pool inside Spa InterContinental.

  • Pool overlooks the Rose Kennedy Greenway and is complimentary for hotel guests.
  • Pool area includes a pool hoist for accessibility and spa relaxation spaces.
  • Pool hours are published (6:00 AM–9:00 PM); day passes for non-guests may be available.

InterContinental's indoor heated lap pool is a practical plus for fitness-focused guests year-round.

Raffles Boston – Pools & signature amenity

Raffles Boston's supplier listing notes spa facilities plus an indoor pool, hot tub and sauna.

  • The listing specifies one hot tub and spa treatment rooms; pool and sauna/steam are mentioned.
  • Spa access and reservations are recommended for treatments and facility use.
  • Pool access and specific pool dimensions are not published in the supplier listing.

Raffles offers full spa services and hot-tub/sauna facilities; details on pool size are not published.

Wellness & nightlife

InterContinental Boston – Wellness & nightlife

InterContinental has a sizeable spa and a 24-hour fitness center plus several on-site bars.

  • Spa InterContinental includes six treatment rooms and steam rooms; spa hours are 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.
  • 24-hour health club provides cardio and weight equipment.
  • Nightlife options include Loyall Counting Room speakeasy and Bar Fellini.

InterContinental supports both daytime wellness and late-night cocktails in separate, established venues.

Raffles Boston – Wellness & nightlife

Raffles emphasizes a full-service spa, rooftop terrace and a single bar/lounge in its supplier listing.

  • Spa treatment rooms, steam room and sauna services are available with reservations advised.
  • Rooftop terrace is noted as a public amenity for views and outdoor seating.
  • Long Bar & Terrace and the bar/lounge provide in-house evening dining and drinks.

Raffles pairs a full-service spa with rooftop and bar offerings concentrated within a newer Back Bay property.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for weddings & large events
Hotel lobby seating area with sculptural lighting at InterContinental Boston.

InterContinental Boston

InterContinental — about 32,000 sq ft of meeting space, two grand ballrooms and large ballroom capacities.

Best new hotel experience
Raffles Boston, Boston, Massachusetts

Raffles Boston

Raffles — the brand’s high-profile Boston opening and Butler-service suites appeal to luxury-seeking travelers.

Best waterfront location
Lobby banquette seating and wall art at InterContinental Boston.

InterContinental Boston

InterContinental — directly on Fort Point Channel with Harborwalk access and water-taxi dock.

Best central Back Bay location
Raffles Boston, Boston, Massachusetts

Raffles Boston

Raffles — steps from Copley Square, Newbury Street, and Back Bay shopping.

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InterContinental Boston vs Raffles Boston: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for conferences or large meetings?

InterContinental Boston — it offers roughly 32,000 sq ft of event space across multiple function rooms and two grand ballrooms.

Which hotel is more central to Back Bay shopping and Copley Square?

Raffles Boston — it’s located steps from Copley Square, Boston Public Library and Newbury Street.

Do either hotel have a pool and spa?

Yes. InterContinental has a 45-foot heated indoor lap pool inside Spa InterContinental; Raffles lists spa treatment rooms plus an indoor pool, hot tub and sauna in its supplier listing.

Are these hotels adults-only?

No. Both properties operate as general-audience hotels and are not adults-only.

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