In recent years, the Seaport area of Boston has grown from mostly parking lots to a bustling, modern waterfront neighborhood filled with restaurants, shops, and activities. The Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, located right in the heart of the Seaport District in Boston, Massachusetts, offers a fantastic place to stay, along with world-class amenities and restaurants.
This past week, I had the opportunity to experience the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport for a two-day staycation. During my visit, I tried out the spa and several of the restaurants. I highly recommend this hotel for a Boston vacation or business trip - especially if you have time to enjoy some of the fantastic amenities and restaurants it offers.
Disclosure: I was provided with a complimentary stay at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own.
Review of the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
While the hotel is located near popular attractions in Boston, I spent most of my two-night stay exploring it. If you plan to stay at the hotel, I recommend scheduling some time to take advantage of everything the Omni offers.
The Omni Boston at the Seaport celebrates Boston's arts community, with artwork throughout the resort and music-themed accents.
Location of the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is located at 450 Summer St in the Seaport District of Boston. It's about a 15 minute walk from Boston's South Station, .6 miles from the Flynn CruisePort, and about 3 miles from Boston's Logan International Airport.
An adjacent public garage offers dedicated parking (for an additional fee) and valet parking.
Rooms at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
The Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport has two towers. The Patron Tower offers traditional hotel rooms, while the Artist Tower offers smaller rooms perfect for solo travelers.
Rooms in the Artist Tower are small studios with one king bed. They have a lap desk, a small sofa, and a sink. One-queen-bed suites are also offered.
Floor-to-ceiling windows make the studio space seem much larger and provide beautiful city views. While there are no coffee makers in these rooms, complimentary self-service coffee stations in the corridors offer coffee, cappuccino, lattes, and more.
Exclusive to the guests in the Artist Tower, Omni has partnered with the local company NOBULL to provide rental workout gear, including sneakers, tops, and bottoms.
The Patron Tower offers more traditional hotel rooms, including one king and two queen rooms. Suites are also available.
These rooms include floor-to-ceiling windows, city or harbor views, in-room coffee makers, a desk, and a large closet. I found the bed to be extremely comfortable, and I loved having the large windows with a view of the city.
Restaurants at the Omni Boston at the Seaport
I was most impressed with the hotel's fantastic restaurants. The hotel's restaurants are top-notch in a neighborhood with many dining options. Seven different venues are offered.
Kestra: A play on the word "orchestra," Kestra is a lobby restaurant offering breakfast and a lounge-style dinner menu (including small plates that are great for sharing). It also offers jazz performances from 7 pm to 10 pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
The Sporting Club: The Omni's sports bar is located off the lobby by the spa. Celebrating Boston's vast sports history and local accomplishments, the Sporting Club offers a pub-style menu with wings, salads, sandwiches, and more.
Crescendo: This lobby bar is the perfect spot for a pre-dinner cocktail. It's open from 4 pm-midnight from Monday through Saturday.
Cocorico: An authentic boulangerie (meaning all bread is baked on-site), Cocorico offers specialty coffees (try the Cuban latte), breakfast sandwiches, and pastries.
Coquette: One of the most beautiful restaurants I've ever seen, Coquette is located off the lobby, past Cocorico. It offers dinner and weekend brunch, including a jazz brunch on Saturdays.
Lifted Rooftop Restaurant and Bar: One of my favorite places at the Omni is Lifted Rooftop Restaurant and Bar. This venue, adjacent to the outdoor pool, offers stunning views of Boston. In the summer, guests can enjoy the open windows. I loved the food at Lifted, including my meal - the Salted Caramel Lobster Roll.
Legato Grab and Go Market: If you are looking for a quick snack, the Legato Grab and Go market is where you'll head. It offers the Amazon Walk Out technology.
Amenities
In addition to the delicious restaurants, the Omni Boston at the Seaport offers fantastic, world-class amenities.
Breve Spa is a full-service spa offering spa treatments and salon services. The spa area includes a sauna and relaxation room.
During my visit to the Omni, I had the chance to experience two services - the Deep Muscle Melter Massage and the Sound Immersion. Both were extremely relaxing. If you are planning a trip to the Omni, I'd definitely recommend booking one or more services at Breve.
Curated Art is located throughout the hotel. Don't miss the opportunity to walk through the public spaces. The front desk has a QR code where you can find online information about the collection.
Rooftop Pool: The Omni Boston at the Seaport is one of the few Boston hotels offering a rooftop pool. Located on the 5th-floor rooftop, adjacent to Lifted, the pool deck includes a heated pool and hot tub. Chair reservations are required, are limited to hotel guests, and can be made online.
Fitness Center: A 24-hour fitness center is located between the Patron and the Artist Towers. It offers state-of-the-art equipment and brands, including Peloton and Cybex. In the summer, the Omni partners with Kick It By Eliza to provide fitness classes.
Live Music: If you are a local, live music fan, the Omni Boston at the Seaport has you covered. There's plenty to enjoy from the live music in the lobby on the weekends to the jazz lounge in Kestra to the jazz brunch in Coquette.
Visit their website to learn more about the Omni Boston at the Seaport.
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