What the rate includes — and what costs extra at InterContinental Boston
Room rates at InterContinental Boston include the booked guest room or suite, complimentary in-stay Wi‑Fi, access to the 45-foot heated indoor lap pool and 24-hour fitness center, and standard hotel services like 24-hour front desk, concierge, luggage storage, express check-in/out. Extras that usually cost more: on-site dining and drinks, spa treatments, valet parking, club-lounge access, and pet fees.
In this guide
- What the rate normally includes
- What usually costs extra
- Pools, spa and fitness — what’s included and when
- Dining and drinks — what’s charged separately
- Parking, transport and other practical extras
- Pets, accessibility and special service fees
- Meetings, events and the club lounge — extra costs to plan for
What the rate normally includes
Standard rates cover the reserved accommodation (for example Classic Room (Upgraded), Classic Room (Greenway View), Junior Suite, Suite (Ambassador), etc.), complimentary Wi‑Fi for guests, and access to basic hotel services such as a 24-hour front desk, concierge, luggage storage, and express check-in/check-out.
Hotel guests may also use the on-site 45-foot heated indoor lap pool and the 24-hour fitness center at no extra daily charge; those amenities sit inside Spa InterContinental’s second-level wellness area.
- Room or suite you booked (room type shown on your confirmation)
- Complimentary in-stay Wi‑Fi
- Access to the 45-foot heated indoor lap pool (complimentary for guests)
- 24-hour fitness center access
- 24-hour front desk, concierge, luggage storage, express check-in/out
| Included item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Wi‑Fi | Complimentary for hotel guests |
| Pool & fitness | Indoor 45-foot heated lap pool and 24-hour gym included for guests |
| Front-desk services | 24-hour desk, concierge, luggage storage, express check-in/out |
What usually costs extra
Meals, drinks, and in-restaurant charges are not included in room rates unless you buy a package that explicitly states otherwise. The hotel’s restaurants and bars — including Matria, Bar Fellini, Loyall Counting Room, and Five-10 Waterfront — operate as separate outlets with their own menus and prices.
Other common add-ons include valet parking, access to the InterContinental Club Lounge, spa treatments, and pet fees. Some services require advance reservation or separate payment at check-in or directly with the venue.
- On-site dining and bar tabs (Matria, Bar Fellini, Loyall Counting Room, Five-10 Waterfront)
- Spa treatments and specialized spa facility access tied to treatments
- InterContinental Club Lounge access (available for an additional fee)
- Valet parking (hotel lists $65 per 24 hours on its site; confirm at booking)
- Pet nonrefundable fee (published figure $150 per stay; confirm current policy and weight limit)
| Extra service | Typical payment method |
|---|---|
| Spa treatment | Pay at booking or at the spa (Spa InterContinental) |
| Club Lounge access | Paid add-on at time of reservation or check-in |
| Valet parking | Charged to room or paid on exit (hotel lists $65/day) |
Pools, spa and fitness — what’s included and when
Spa InterContinental houses the 45-foot heated indoor lap pool and steam rooms. Hotel guests have complimentary access to the pool and the 24-hour fitness center; spa treatments themselves are a paid service.
Spa InterContinental’s hours are listed as daily 10:00 AM–6:00 PM for the spa. The pool hours for guests are published as early morning through evening (hotel sources list pool hours generally from 6:00 AM–9:00 PM). Booking a spa treatment usually gives you access to additional spa facilities during your visit.
- Pool: 45-foot heated indoor lap pool (complimentary for hotel guests)
- Pool hours: commonly shown as early morning to about 9:00 PM (hotel hours vary by source — check with the hotel)
- Spa hours: Spa InterContinental typically open daily 10:00 AM–6:00 PM; treatments are paid
- Fitness center: open 24 hours and included for hotel guests
| Facility | Guest access |
|---|---|
| Indoor lap pool | Complimentary for registered guests |
| Fitness center | Complimentary, 24-hour access |
| Steam rooms & locker | Access tied to spa/guest use; spa treatments may include extra access |
Dining and drinks — what’s charged separately
InterContinental Boston’s restaurants and bars are operated as separate outlets; food and beverage items are billed in addition to your room rate unless you’ve bought a package that specifies meals. Matria is the hotel’s signature Northern Italian restaurant; other outlets include Bar Fellini, Loyall Counting Room, and Five-10 Waterfront.
You can make reservations through the hotel or restaurant booking platforms; the hotel encourages reservations but accepts walk-ins when there’s availability. Special offerings such as aperitivo promotions, private dining in the Piedmont Room, or catered event menus are billed separately.
- Matria: breakfast, weekend brunch, and dinner (separate charges)
- Bar Fellini: cocktail bar with evening hours (separate charges)
- Loyall Counting Room: speakeasy-style cocktail bar accessed via Bar Fellini (separate charges)
- Five-10 Waterfront: waterfront dining (separate charges)
- Private dining / event catering: quoted and billed separately
| Venue | Typical service hours (subject to change) |
|---|---|
| Matria | Breakfast and dinner; weekend brunch (check current hours) |
| Bar Fellini | Afternoon to late night |
| Loyall Counting Room | Evening hours, reservation/restricted entry |
Parking, transport and other practical extras
Valet parking at InterContinental Boston is not included with standard room rates; the hotel’s own listing shows a valet rate (per 24 hours) that guests should confirm at time of booking. There is no complimentary airport or local-area shuttle provided by the hotel.
A water taxi dock sits directly outside the hotel on the Fort Point Channel and can be used for harbor transfers; traditional public transit connections are available nearby via South Station and MBTA services. Airport transfers, taxis, rideshares, and public transit have separate costs.
- Valet parking: hotel-published daily valet rate (confirm current price when reserving)
- No complimentary airport or local shuttle from the hotel
- Water taxi dock on Fort Point Channel for on-water transfers (separate fees)
- Public transit: South Station (MBTA hub) is a short walk; transit fares apply
| Service | Included? |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | No — additional fee |
| Water taxi | No — ticketed service separate from room rate |
| Airport shuttle | No — hotel does not provide a complimentary shuttle |
Pets, accessibility and special service fees
The hotel participates in the IHG VIPaw Pet Perks program and accepts dogs for an additional nonrefundable fee; a commonly published fee is $150 per stay but amounts and weight limits vary across listings. Guests should confirm the current pet policy, allowable weight, and any additional rules directly with the hotel before arrival.
InterContinental Boston provides a broad range of accessibility features (wheelchair-accessible pool with pool hoist, accessible registration and concierge desk, Braille or raised signage, assistive listening devices). Requests for accessible rooms or specific equipment should be made in advance and confirmed with the hotel staff.
- Pet fee: nonrefundable fee applies (confirm current rate and rules with the hotel)
- Accessibility: accessible pool entry, accessible public areas and meeting spaces
- Other fees: some requested services (dog walking, babysitting, special amenity requests) are extra and arranged through concierge
| Item | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pet fee | Published as a nonrefundable fee (example: $150 per stay); verify current policy |
| Accessible pool entry | Pool hoist and other accessible features available |
| Special services | Concierge arranges extras (fees may apply) |
Meetings, events and the club lounge — extra costs to plan for
Meeting rooms, ballrooms (Rose Kennedy Ballroom, Abigail Adams Ballroom) and private event spaces are rented and billed separately; event catering and AV support are additional charges. The hotel’s event team provides quotes for room rental, food and beverage minimums, and technical support.
Access to the InterContinental Club Lounge is available for an extra fee and typically includes complimentary breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres; ask about current lounge access pricing when you book or at check-in.
- Event space rentals and catering are charged separately
- AV, staffing and set-up fees are additional on event contracts
- Club Lounge access is a paid add-on (includes breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres)
| Event/Service | Billed as |
|---|---|
| Ballroom rental (Rose Kennedy / Abigail Adams) | Separate rental fee + catering & AV |
| Club Lounge access | Paid add-on to room or reservation |
| Private dining (Piedmont Room) | Menu-based charges per event |
