Enjoy 5-Star Treatment with the Spa Package at the Boston Harbor Hotel!

It’s those priceless moments when you can just sit back, relax and know that you are the center of attention for a little while…those moments when the worries of the world seem so far away.  That’s exactly what you’ll experience when you take advantage of the Five Stars on the Harbor Spa Package at the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf.  This “Five Star” treatment will help you to relax, unwind and rejuvenate during a weekend getaway to Boston.

 

Five Stars on the Harbor SPA-tacular Package
@ the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf
& the Spa at Rowes Wharf

Package starts at $595 per night and includes:

Luxurious harborview accommodations that offer panoramic views of Boston’s historic waterfront
Spa amenity
Choice of two specialty 50-minute massage treatments
3-course Spa luncheon for two at the Pool Lounge or Rowes Wharf Sea Grille
Complimentary use of 60 foot indoor swimming pool and the Health Club at Rowes Wharf

Package available Thursday through Sunday and is subject to availability and rate change.

To take part in this Spa Package at the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, contact our reservation agents at 1-800-752-7077.

The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, brings a new meaning to personal service.  Overlooking Boston Harbor, our hotel will provide you with the elegance and unmatched attentiveness that you’re looking for in a 5-star Boston property.  The 5-star Spa Package at the Boston Harbor Hotel is just another way for our guests to discover the unparalleled experience that our hotel delivers.  Visit our website for more information and to reserve your stay now.

Boston Strong – the Boston Pride Festival and Parade!

“Boston Pride produces events and activities to achieve inclusivity, equality, respect, and awareness in Greater Boston and beyond. Fostering diversity, unity, visibility, and dignity; they educate, communicate, and advocate by building and strengthening community connections.”

Summer is fast approaching and one of the most looked forward to celebrations in Boston is the Boston Pride Festival and Parade during Boston Pride Week – May 31 through June 9!  Boston Pride Week will have a fun-filled week for all ages, including a Flag Raising ceremony, Pride Day at Faneuil Hall and of course the Boston Pride Festival and Parade.

Boston Pride Week 2013
May 31 – June 9

Scheduled Events:

Friday, May 31 – Flag Raising @ City Hall – 12 PM
Saturday, June 1 – Pride Day @ Faneuil Hall – 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday, June 2 – LGBT Senior Pride Tea Dance – 3 – 7 PM
Monday, June 3 – Royal Pageant @ Machine Nightclub – 6:30 PM
Tuesday, June 4 – Human Rights & Education Discussion @ Boston Public Library – 7 – 9 PM
Friday, June 7 – Official Dyke March After-Party: House of Blues – 9 PM – 2 AM
Saturday, June 8 – Boston Pride Parade – Copley Square to City Hall Plaza – 12 PM
Boston Pride Festival @ City Hall Plaza – 12 PM – 6 PM
Esme Women’s Block Party – 2 PM & Boston Pride Youth Dance – 7 PM – 11 PM
Lush: Boston’s Largest Women’s Pride Party @ Machine Nightclub – 7 PM - 2 AM
Sunday, June 9 – Boston Pride Block Party: Jamaica Plain Edition – 12 PM – 7 PM
Boston Pride Block Party: Back Bay Edition – 12 PM – 8 PM

A portion of all “Pride @ Night” events benefit Boston Pride. 

Visitors to the Boston Pride Festival and Parade will have the opportunity to enjoy live music from local and national artists, outstanding food vendors, a Family Zone and over 130 vendors with Pride-themed products and homemade merchandise.

The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf, located within walking distance of Faneuil Hall Marketplace and within minutes of many of the other Pride locations, offers distinctive accommodations and outstanding cuisine, perfect for a week-long celebration in Boston.  Make your plans now.

Greenway Open Market & SoWa Open Market – a Great Summer Tradition in Boston!

Either way you look, the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf is perfectly positioned to offer you the opportunity to experience two vibrant arts markets starting in May and running through October.  Make sure your weekend in Boston includes a visit to any one of the amazing open arts markets scattered throughout the city.  Right now though, we’ll focus on two.

Greenway Open Market
Saturdays
May 25 – October 26, 2013
May and June: 11am-5pm
July and August: 11am-6pm
September and October: 11am-5pm 

Located along the Wharf District Parks on the Rose Kennedy Greenway in downtown Boston.  Expect your visit to be filled with exceptional handmade and locally produced products including fine art, jewelry, ceramics, crafts, apparel, accessories and fair trade/eco-friendly imports.  It’s a great area too to explore – bring the kids to play in the Rings Fountain, or grab a bite to eat at a food truck.

SoWa Open Market®
Harrison Avenue
Sundays
May through October
10 AM – 4 PM 

The SoWa Open Market® is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon browsing and relaxing in Boston’s South End and the vibrant SoWa district.  Celebrating its 10th year, the SoWa Open Market® includes an extensive arts/crafts section, an award winning farmers’ market and the best grouping of food trucks in the city.

The Greenway & SoWa Open Markets give visitors a chance to talk to the vendors in person, try things out, touch the items and connect with the local artisans – something no website can offer. 

The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf invites you to come to Boston, enjoy our famous outdoor arts markets and help to support our local businesses at the same time.  While you’re here, make it the perfect weekend and reserve at stay in one of our luxurious guestrooms or suites.  Dreamlike bedding, exceptional amenities and personalized attention from our staff are just a few things that make our hotel a memorable place to stay.  We look forward to seeing you soon.

Spending Time in Boston? Check out our Weekend Rates at the Boston Harbor Hotel!

Boston is known for its extensive and historic theater district, from the Colonial Theatre – the oldest continuously operating theatre in Boston to the Boston Opera House – a landmark jewel and most historically significant venue in Boston.  Finding a place to stay in the city can be overwhelming, so we invite you to check out our Weekend Rates at the Boston Harbor Hotel and take the worry out of getting the most out of your time in Boston.  Enjoy all the comforts of home in our luxurious guestrooms.

Weekend Rates at the Boston Harbor Hotel 

Rates starting at $290 (based upon availability & reservations must be made in advance)

Click here to book online or call the hotel directly at 617-439-7000 or 800-752-7077.

Theatres & Shows You Can Visit During Your Stay in May: 

Charles Playhouse – Currently home of the Blue Man Group & Shear Madness
Cutler Majestic Theatre – Looped & Tappin’ Through Life
Orpheum Theatre – An Evening of Blues & Kevin James
Boston Opera House – Boston Ballet: Coppélia & Chroma
Wang Center – Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre
Wilbur Theatre – Bacon Brothers
Shubert Theatre – Capitol Steps

The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf enjoys a harborfront location and provides luxury accommodations and a seamless, memorable experience for each of our guests.  Enjoy breathtaking views along with a superb location when you take advantage of our Weekend Rates at the Boston Harbor Hotel.  We hope to welcome you soon!

The Museum of Science Presents the Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit

Scheduled to open on May 19th at the Museum of Science, the Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the public to experience firsthand the traditions, beliefs and extraordinary and priceless objects of ancient Israel.  The exhibition, created by the Israel Antiquities Authority, includes fragments from 20 of the Dead Sea Scrolls and more than 600 artifacts, including a 3-ton stone from Jerusalem’s Western Wall, where visitors are encouraged to leave a note to be sent to Israel.  Most of the fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls that have been discovered were found in caves in the area of Qumran, near the northwest corner of the Dead Sea.

Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit – Life in Ancient Times
Museum of Science - Boston
May 19 through October 14 

Special Event:

Saturday, May 18 / 9 AM – 5 PM
Member Only Event – Early Viewing 

Along with the chance to view and understand the lives and attitudes of a people who lived 2,000 years ago, the Museum of Science will offer a number of hands-on activities and live presentations during the Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit.

This is your chance to witness one of the most significant archaeological finds of the 20th century and find appreciation for a culture that continues to influence the world today, just as the Museum’s ongoing mission is to be a part of transforming the nation’s relationship with science and technology.  The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf welcomes you to come and enjoy the significance and esteem of the Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit at the Museum of Science and finish your visit with a luxurious stay at our hotel.  Visit our website for affordable packages and more information.

Family Fun Under the Big Top at the Big Apple Circus in Boston!

The magic of the circus is something we all can remember as kids, watching hilarious clowns and their antics, holding our breath as acrobats flew through the air and marveling at the beautiful animals that graced the Big Top floor.  For 35 years the Big Apple Circus has been providing family fun under its Big Top to audiences of all ages!  The Big Apple Circus in Boston returns to City Hall Plaza to present LEGENDARIUM, where you’ll travel back in time and experience the nostalgic thrills of bygone circus traditions.

Big Apple Circus in Boston
March 26 through May 12, 2013
City Hall Plaza – under the Big Top 

Big Top Facts: 

Height: 46 feet on the inside – 63 feet to the top of the tent
Diameter: 140 feet
Masts are 50 feet long
194 stakes are used to secure the masts and tent
No seat is more than 50 feet from the ring
First tent-raising was in Battery Park, NY in 1977
The Big Top is royal blue in the Fall & Winter, and white in the Spring & Summer 

The Boston Harbor Hotel is located just minutes from City Hall Plaza and is an ideal place to stay for your family getaway while attending the Big Apple Circus in Boston.  You’ll get a great night’s sleep on our luxurious beds and enjoy our spacious guestrooms, relaxing indoor pool and exceptional dining options.  Visit our website today to book your stay.

The Music of the Movies Comes to Life with the Boston Symphony Orchestra 2013 Boston Pops!

Under the direction of Keith Lockhart, the Boston Symphony Orchestra 2013 Boston Pops season will present a six-week tribute to the world of movie music, along with programs full of a variety of musical styles, from Broadway to Bluegrass.  This year’s Boston Symphony Orchestra 2013 Boston Pops’ spring schedule theme is the “Best of Hollywood Film Music” and will include a giant projection screen on which accompanying movie clips will be played.  Attendees will hear their favorite music from many of today’s popular soundtracks to a large collection of classic movies.

Boston Symphony Orchestra 2013 Boston Pops
May 8 through June 15, 2013
Symphony Hall

Schedule:
May 8 – Opening Night Concert featuring Vince Gill
May 9 – 11 – Disney’s Fantasia: Live in Concert
May 14 – 15 – A Tribute to Marvin Hamlisch
May 21, 22, 31 & June 1 – Music of the Mad Men Era
May 23 – 24 – Megan Hilty from Smash performing
  Hollywood’s Greatest Love Songs
May 25 – Gospel Night w/Charles Floyd & Wintley Phipps
May 28 – 29 – Matthew Morrison from Glee in An Evening of
  Song & Dance
May 29 – Young Artists Competition
May 30 – Presidents at Pops
June 4 – 5 – Pixar in Concert
June 7, 8, 11 & 12 – Maestro at the Movies: John Williams Film Night
June 13 – 15 – A Country Salute to our Troops 

The Boston Symphony Orchestra 2013 Boston Pops season is designed to appeal to audiences of all ages and invites all movie lovers to join the Pops in an enjoyable evening.

Located just ten minutes from Symphony Hall, the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf is Boston’s landmark hotel overlooking historic Boston Harbor and offers the finest hospitality on the water.  Let the staff pamper you by fulfilling your every wish and assuring you the utmost Boston experience.

14 Countries Represented in the Running of the 117th Boston Marathon®!

John Hancock Financial, the principal sponsor of the 117th Boston Marathon®, announced the elite field of 40 athletes that will be participating in the race this year.  14 countries will be represented, including Kenya, Amsterdam, Barcelona and Brussels and many more.  The 117th Boston Marathon®, organized by the Boston Athletic Association, is the world’s oldest marathon and takes place every year on the third Monday in April, also known as Patriot’s Day, a holiday that commemorates the famous battles of Lexington and Concord.  The historic 26 mile race, April 15, 2013, starts on Main Street in the town of Hopkinton and finishes near the John Hancock Tower in Copley Square.

117th Boston Marathon®
April 15, 2013

Race Weekend:

April 12 & 13 – 117th Boston Marathon® & 5K Number Pick Up
April 14 – 2013 BAA 5K & Boston Marathon® Number Pick Up & Pre-Race Dinner

April 15 – Race Day

Schedule: 9AM Start of Mobility-Impaired Program, 9:17AM Start of Push Rim Wheelchair Division, 9:22AM Start of Handcycle Participants, 9:30AM Start of Elite Woman’s Race, 10AM Start of Elite Men’s Race & Wave One, 10:20AM Start of Wave Two, 10:40AM Start of Wave Three

Check out the 117th Boston Marathon® website for the best viewing spots and times and make your plans now for a great weekend in Boston.  Come prepared for Spring in Boston, as the weather can be a bit unpredictable.  Remember you can always take layers off if you get too warm.  The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf invites you to come and explore our beautiful city, enjoy the excitement that the 117th Boston Marathon® will bring, and take home some wonderful memories from an historic weekend in Boston.

Take a Break with our Family Weekend Getaway Package for Boston

Between now and April 21, the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf has the most amazing way for you to turn a weekend away into a fun filled family vacation!  Our Family Weekend Getaway Package for Boston helps you save a little money, get some special treats for the kids and maybe even some quiet time for you.

Family Weekend Getaway Package

• Book two rooms and get 50% off the second room
• Cookies & Milk for the children delivered to your room each night
• Complimentary use of the Indoor Pool during children’s hours
• Special children’s amenities: bathrobes, cribs, strollers & more at your request

The Family Weekend Getaway Package for Boston is available now through April 21, 2013, on Friday through Sunday nights.  Package is available seven days a week during school vacation week in April.

Please click here to book online or call the hotel direct at 617-439-7000 to secure the Family Vacation Getaway Package. For requests on adjoining rooms, please call to make your reservations.

Isn’t it time for you and your family to take a break and create memories together on a fun family weekend in Boston?  The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf welcomes you to come and discover just what Boston has to offer.  With our convenient location to many attractions, such as the Boston Children’s Museum, The Freedom Trail and Faneuil Hall Marketplace, your family will have no problem finding something to do to make everyone happy.  Take a ride on the Rowes Wharf Water Taxi, head on over to the New England Aquarium or take advantage of the world famous Boston Duck Tours.  From educational to exciting, Boston has it all and the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf is the perfect place to start off a wonderful family weekend getaway.

Final Week of the 2013 Boston Wine Festival Wraps up in Style!

For the past 12 weeks, The Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf has had the privilege of hosting some of the most astounding and eclectic masters of the wine industry and we have been humbled by the talent and dedication that has graced our premises.  Alas, all good things must come to an end, and the 2013 Boston Wine Festival is no exception.  Presenting our final week…

Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery
March 26, 2013 – 7:00 PM

Since 1985, Ferrari-Carano has been a leading producer of world class, nationally acclaimed wines from vineyards throughout Sonoma.  Their wines exhibit a remarkable consistency of style and elegance and owner, Rhonda Carano, will usher you through their full portfolio of wines, including their Mountain and Vineyard Ranches wine.

Joseph Phelps Vineyards - Seminar & Dinner – Tickets Still Available
Dinner Only Option – SOLD OUT
March 27, 2013 – 6:30 PM 

Joe Phelps founded his estate winery and vineyards in 1973, and 40 years later his vision to create the best wines possible is still clear.  Located outside of St. Helena, Joseph Phelps Vineyards embraces dedication, attention to detail and passion for the craft of winemaking.  Damian Parker, Director of Wines, returns to the Festival for a special seminar featuring 4 wines from 4 decades, followed by a 4-course dinner with a full range of wines including his Backus Cabernet and Insignia.

Silver Oak Cellars - Seminar & Dinner – Tickets Still Available
Dinner Only Option – SOLD OUT
March 28, 2013 – 6:30 PM 

Among the rolling hills of Napa Valley and Alexander Valley is a
sprawling vineyard with a style all its own.  For 40 years, Silver Oak Cellars has been producing Cabernets that are extensively aged to be drinkable upon release.  Winemaker, Daniel Baron, will continue this commitment to excellence and will open with a seminar featuring their Silver Oak Cabernets, with dinner following.

Closing Reception
March 29, 2013 – 7:00 PM

The 2013 Festival concludes with a celebration of some of the year’s favorite wines as well as a preview of wineries to be showcased in 2014 as we celebrate the upcoming 25th Annual Boston Wine Festival. While enjoying this stellar selection of wines, you will savor a signature buffet of white wine and red wine inspired dishes created by Chef Daniel Bruce.

To learn more about these events and ticket information, please visit the 2013 Boston Wine Festival website.  Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the 25th Annual Boston Wine Festival.

Please join us for delightful gatherings of exquisitely paired food and wine as we celebrate the 24th Annual 2013 Boston Wine Festival at the Boston Harbor Hotel at Rowes Wharf.