What’s included at Raffles Boston — and what costs extra
Raffles Boston includes complimentary in-room Wi‑Fi (25+ Mbps), signature Raffles Butler Service in every room, access to the Guerlain Spa wellness floor (including the 20‑meter indoor lap pool and hot tub), and use of the 24‑hour fitness center. Extra charges commonly apply for spa treatments (reservations required), cooked-to-order breakfast, valet parking and pets (non‑refundable fee).
In this guide
- What’s included in your room rate
- Wellness floor: what’s included and what costs extra
- Dining: which outlets are on-site and which things cost extra
- Parking, pets and other common extra fees
- Spa pricing specifics and reservation rules
- Event spaces and private bookings: what’s included vs. add-ons
- Practical notes: bookings, transport and what the rate doesn’t cover
What’s included in your room rate
Every guestroom at Raffles Boston includes signature Raffles Butler Service and complimentary Wi‑Fi in guestrooms and public areas (in‑room speeds listed at 25+ Mbps).
Standard check-in time is from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 12:00 PM (noon). A credit card and photo ID are required to guarantee a reservation and at check-in.
- Raffles Butler Service (included)
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi (in‑room speeds 25+ Mbps)
- Access to hotel public areas and Writers’ Lounge while waiting for rooms
- Standard check-in from 3:00 PM; check-out by 12:00 PM
| Room types (examples) | Bed options |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Premier Room | 1 King Bed |
| Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 King Bed or 1 Double Bed |
Wellness floor: what’s included and what costs extra
The Guerlain Spa and the dedicated wellness floor are available to guests; this includes the 20‑meter indoor lap pool, an oversized hot tub, saunas and steam rooms, and a 24‑hour Technogym/Peloton fitness center. The pool and Jacuzzi are open daily and are listed as available to hotel guests and residents.
Spa treatments require reservations and are charged separately from the room rate. Some signature treatments and private hydrotherapy baths carry published prices.
- Indoor lap pool (20 meters) and hot tub — open daily (pool hours listed as 6:00 AM–8:00 PM)
- 24‑hour fitness centre with Technogym equipment and Peloton bikes (included for guests)
- Guerlain Spa treatment rooms, saunas and steam rooms — treatments charged separately; reservations required
| Service | Usually included | Usually extra |
|---|---|---|
| Pool & hot tub | Access for hotel guests (hours apply) | |
| Fitness centre | Open 24 hours to guests | |
| Spa treatments (example) | Boston Energy massage — published rates exist and treatments require booking |
Dining: which outlets are on-site and which things cost extra
Raffles Boston has several food-and-beverage venues on-site: La Padrona (Italian), The Blind Duck (speakeasy cocktail bar), Long Bar & Terrace (all-day dining and cocktails) and Café Pastel (European‑style café and bakery). These venues are operated as hotel outlets or third-party partners and charge per item; food and drinks are not automatically included in room rates.
Cooked-to-order breakfast is available for an additional fee rather than being included with standard room rates. Reservations are recommended for restaurants, especially La Padrona.
- La Padrona — MICHELIN‑recommended regional Italian (dinner hours listed)
- The Blind Duck — craft-cocktail speakeasy on upper floors (hours vary; Jazz Nights on Thursdays)
- Café Pastel — pastries and coffee (hours listed daily 6:00 AM–2:00 PM)
- Breakfast service and private/couples dining are charged separately from room rate
| Venue | Typical use | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| La Padrona | Dinner / special evenings | Independent operator (A‑Street Hospitality); reservations via Resy |
| The Blind Duck | Evening cocktails / Jazz Nights | Perched on upper floors with skyline views |
| Café Pastel | Coffee, pastries, light meals | Daily morning to early afternoon hours |
Parking, pets and other common extra fees
On-site valet parking is available but charged separately; published third‑party references show variable daily rates and height restrictions. The hotel also lists an on-site electric vehicle charging station.
Raffles Boston welcomes pets of any size for a non‑refundable fee per stay (the hotel site lists USD 150 per accommodation, per stay). Service animals are exempt from that fee.
- Valet parking — available on-site (fees apply; rates quoted variably on different sources)
- Electric vehicle charging station on property (use/fees may apply)
- Pet fee — non‑refundable USD 150 per accommodation, per stay (service animals exempt)
| Item | Usually included | Usually extra |
|---|---|---|
| Valet parking | On-site, fee applies (rates vary by source) | |
| EV charging | Available on-site (operator/fee details vary) | |
| Pets | Non‑refundable fee (hotel lists USD 150 per stay) |
Spa pricing specifics and reservation rules
Guerlain Spa treatments are charged in addition to your room rate and require advance reservations. The spa publishes a signature 'Boston Energy' massage as an exclusive treatment to Raffles Boston with set prices reported by spa coverage sources.
Because spa hours and exact treatment menus can vary by source, confirm current hours and treatment availability with the hotel when you book.
- Reservations required for all spa treatments
- Boston Energy massage—published price points exist for 60‑ and 90‑minute options (source lists $240 for 60 minutes and $320 for 90 minutes)
- Spa facilities (hydrotherapy baths, saunas, steam room) are available to guests; treatments and private hydrotherapy sessions carry separate charges
| Treatment | Published example rate |
|---|---|
| Boston Energy — 60 minutes | $240 (published source) |
| Boston Energy — 90 minutes | $320 (published source) |
| Other Guerlain facials | Varies by treatment and duration |
Event spaces and private bookings: what’s included vs. add-ons
Raffles Boston offers multiple event rooms across the 17th–19th floor Sky Lobby, including the Raffles Ballroom and Emerald Salon, and restaurant/terrace venues that can be booked for private events. Event space rental and food/beverage are charged separately from guestrooms.
Event planners should contact the hotel sales team for availability and tailored proposals; AV, catering, and room blocks will add to the base venue rental costs.
- Raffles Ballroom (19th floor) — panoramic views; published seated capacity and square footage vary by source
- Emerald Salon — a ballroom on the 17th floor used for ceremonies and receptions
- Long Bar & Terrace and The Blind Duck are available as private-event venues (capacities listed in venue materials)
| Venue | Commonly included | Common extras |
|---|---|---|
| Raffles Ballroom | Rental of room (based on booking) | Catering, AV, room blocks, décor |
| Emerald Salon | Room rental for events | Catering, AV, staffing |
| Long Bar & Terrace | Venue rental for receptions | Food, beverages, terrace setup fees |
Practical notes: bookings, transport and what the rate doesn’t cover
Room rates do not automatically include cooked-to-order breakfast; breakfast is available for an additional fee. Housekeeping services, in-room minibar items and private dining are charged to the guest folio unless a package says otherwise.
Raffles Boston is in Back Bay at 40 Trinity Place, steps from Copley Square and Back Bay Station. The hotel accepts major credit cards (American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, Discover); cash and debit cards are not accepted for payment per booking listings.
- Breakfast: charged separately (published ranges reported; confirm current pricing)
- Minibar, room service and in‑room beverages are billed separately
- Nearest major transport: Back Bay Station and Copley Square (short walk); Logan Airport transfer options vary and hotel‑operated airport shuttle details were not found in sources
| Item | Included? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cooked-to-order breakfast | No | Available for an additional fee |
| Minibar and in-room beverages | No | Billed to the room |
| Airport transfer | No | Hotel-operated airport shuttle details not found; public and private options available to Back Bay |
