City Guides: When word got out that a Mandarin Oriental Hotel was opening in Boston residents and guests alike could hardly wait for its arrival. The hotel did finally open its doors on October 2008 and it has lived up to every expectation offering the same five-diamond experience the brand has become so well known for.
Located on Boylston Street in Copley Square, the beautiful building showcases the Mandarin Oriental signature touches of Asian elegance. The hotel is just steps away from the tony shops of Newbury Street, Boston Common and the South End; The Prudential Center, Copley Place and Hynes Convention are also in close proximity.
Each of the 136 guestrooms and 12 suites are exquisitely appointed and offer the latest technology, from flat screen TVs to wireless and wired Internet access. Be sure to book your reservation early at the hotel's signature restaurant, Asana, which feature a seasonal menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner, presenting contemporary cuisine with the influences of Asia.
The M Bar & Lounge is one of the hottest places to gather for a cool drink in the sleek space with glass and exotic stone top bar, intimate banquettes and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. Don't miss some samplings from the hotel's wine and cheese room.
If, after a stay here, you decide you never want to leave now you don't have to. The Residences
at Mandarin Oriental, has a separate entrance directly from Boylston Street. Owners of these 50 luxurious condominiums and 35 apartments have access to the hotel, housekeeping, in-room dining, concierge, access to the spa and fitness center along with other personalized services to complement their lifestyles.
Mandarin Oriental, Boston's Five-Star awarded Spa and Fitness Center are a 16,000-square-foot oasis of serenity and rejuvenation. Drawing inspiration from its Oriental heritage, the spa is poised to set a new standard with a holistic approach to wellness and ingredients unique to New England. The experience is a journey that includes Vitality Pools, Experience showers, a crystal steam room and other discoveries along the way. Guests can choose from nine private treatment rooms, including a VIP room and a Couples Suite for tandem treatments. Spa services are individualized to create a unique experience for each guest and address individual needs and desires.
