The Langham, Boston  

In Boston’s historic waterfront quarter at 250 Franklin Street, a short walk from Rowes Wharf and the New England Aquarium. Faneuil Hall Marketplace is about 0.6 miles away and TD Garden sits roughly 1.1 miles out. Family-friendly urban base near the Irish Heritage Trail and Norman B. Leventhal Park.

More than 300 individually furnished, air-conditioned guestrooms blend classic comforts with modern touches. Expect pillowtop beds with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets, minibars and LED TVs, rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Rooms come with coffee makers, hair dryers, ironing gear and in-room safes (fee applies).

A full-service health club anchors the property with a heated indoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam facilities plus a 24-hour fitness center. Spa services and a massage room are available, along with concierge services and babysitting for a surcharge. Self-parking is offered (approx $37/day).

About 13,000 sq ft of event space with 11 meeting rooms and a business center. Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout, express check-out and laundry/dry-cleaning services for convenience.

On-site options include two restaurants, a café and a bar/lounge. GRANA serves Italian-focused lunch and brunch, full weekday breakfasts are offered for a fee, and limited-hour room service is available.