Gay Boston Mid-range Hotels

The Eliot Hotel is located at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Commonwealth Avenue in the Back Bay. It's close to Boston's bustling gay scene.

A Beaux-Arts entrance leads you into a striking old-world European hotel. The lobby is decked out in marble and all it's all rather grand.

There are 95 rooms, most of which are suites - the hotel was initially designed to be a residential building. All of the rooms and suites are excellent and they come with comfy, oversized beds.

The in-house sashimi bar is also a winner.

Your morning dose of scrambled eggs will be decorated with a flourish of caviar. Sometimes it's the little things that make all the difference.

Mandarin Oriental Boston is a luxury 5-star hotel located in Back Bay, on Boylston Street. It is opposite the Commonwealth Avenue Mall, which provides gorgeous park views.

The hotel's interiors are modern and urban, with geometric art nouveau detailing throughout. The spa is one of the city's best, it combines Asian healing practices with modern spa techniques.

The Mandarin Oriental hotel has plenty of restaurant's and bars to chose from. This includes the popular Bar Boulud which serves amazing drinks. High tea is also available here during the afternoon.

Popular gay nightlife spots include Cathedral Station and Jaques' Cabaret, both a 10-minute drive away.

The Kimpton Onyx is just a 10-minute drive from Logan Airport. There are two subway stations right by the hotel and many of the city's attractions are within walking distance.

This is one of the three Kimpton hotels in Boston. Each one has its own unique style. The Onyx is chic, especially at the Ruby Lounge in the lobby.

The decor in the rooms is accented with dark reds and greys. The luxurious beds are very satisfying, as are the bathrooms with Atelier toiletries and rain showers.

Don't forget to try a Ruby Red Martini in the lounge before you hit the town.

The Copley is a boutique hotel and it's the oldest in Back Bay. You'll find many trendy shops and restaurants within a five-minute walking distance, as are gay bars like Club Cafe and Boston Eagle.

Copley Square Hotel is located in a historic building dating back to 1891. It's been newly renovated and the vibrant decor combines deep red and charcoal shades.

The rooms are high ceilinged and elegant. The Art Deco style complimenting the hotel's age. You may even learn something in the bathroom: the wallpaper reproduced a classic poem by Longfellow.

Complimentary drinks are served at Wine Down in the lobby between 5 and 6 pm.

This hotel offers affordable accommodation in the popular Beacon Hill area. It's located on Charles Street which has a charming stretch of shops and restaurants.

The hotel is set in a townhouse that has a European vibe. Corridors of black and white mosaic lead to the restaurant and bar.

All of the rooms are well sized and they offer lots of natural light. The light colours are refreshing and inviting.

The in-house bistro is popular locally. For breakfast, you can order a classic Boston Common or go for an Israeli shakshuka.

All guestrooms offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.

 

Located in Back Bay just off Boylston Street, there are many places to wine and dine on your doorstep - particularly on Newbury Street.

Recent renovations have updated the hotel, and it has a classic Hilton style. The rooms are spacious and comfy with a dark colour tone. The bathrooms have marble double vanities.

Amenities include an indoor pool, fitness centre, and Starbucks.

Guests of the Hilton can enjoy casual dining on-site at Forty Dalton, which is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Beantown Trolley, a city-wide shuttle bus service, has a stop outside the hotel, meaning you can travel from one side of the city to the other with ease.