A boutique luxury hotel in a Beaux-Arts building on Beacon Hill steps from the Massachusetts State House. Sixty individually decorated rooms feature canopied beds, fireplaces, and personal butlers. The rooftop deck offers stunning city views.
XV Beacon is an ultra-exclusive boutique hotel housed in a 1903 Beaux-Arts skyscraper at 15 Beacon Street, on Beacon Hill in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. Originally built as a commercial office building at the corner of Beacon and Somerset Streets, the property was converted into a 60-room luxury hotel in 1999, becoming one of the earliest examples of high-end boutique hotel development in New England. The building's ornate terracotta facade, elaborate bronze detailing, and soaring atrium are hallmarks of the Beaux-Arts tradition, and the hotel's interior is equally dramatic: each of the 60 guest rooms and suites is individually decorated with four-poster canopied beds, gas-burning fireplaces, and rain showers or whirlpool tubs as standard. Every room includes the services of a dedicated personal butler available around the clock, placing XV Beacon in a very small category of true butler-service hotels in Massachusetts. Room categories range from Deluxe Rooms to the Penthouse, which occupies the top floor and offers sweeping views of the Massachusetts State House gold dome and the Boston skyline. The Mooo... steakhouse occupies the ground floor and is celebrated as one of downtown Boston's finest restaurants. A rooftop deck provides a private outdoor gathering space with city views, and a fitness center is available for guests. The hotel also maintains a fleet of chauffeured vehicles for complimentary transport within the downtown core — an uncommon amenity that reinforces its positioning among the most attentive properties in New England. XV Beacon sits on the edge of the Freedom Trail, steps from the Massachusetts State House, Boston Common, and Government Center.
Amenities
- Personal butler service
- Fireplace rooms
- Rooftop deck
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Chauffeured transport
Location
15 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02108
Highlights
- Ultra-exclusive boutique
- steps from Freedom Trail and Beacon Hill
Tips for visiting
- Ask the butler to arrange rooftop access at sunset — the views of the State House dome and downtown skyline are outstanding.
- Mooo... steakhouse on the ground floor is one of Boston's finest dining venues; book dinner in advance even if dining in is not usual practice.
- The hotel's chauffeured vehicle service covers downtown Boston — use it for evening theater visits or Financial District meetings.
- Request a fireplace room for winter visits; only a handful of Boston hotels offer guests a real gas fire in their room.
- XV Beacon is directly on the Freedom Trail — step outside and follow the red line to explore Boston's most important historic sites.
Accessibility
XV Beacon provides ADA-compliant accessible rooms with roll-in showers and appropriate grab bars, and the property is served by elevators throughout. The Beaux-Arts building layout includes threshold variations in some common areas. Guests with specific mobility requirements are encouraged to contact the hotel in advance to confirm room configuration and access routes.
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Frequently asked questions
What is included in a stay at XV Beacon?
All rooms include 24-hour personal butler service, gas fireplaces, chauffeured transportation within downtown Boston, and access to the rooftop deck and fitness center. Breakfast is available in Mooo... restaurant and through room service.
How large is XV Beacon?
XV Beacon has 60 guest rooms and suites, making it one of Boston's smallest luxury properties. The intimate scale means every guest interacts directly with the butler and concierge teams throughout their stay.
Where is XV Beacon in relation to key Boston attractions?
The hotel is on Beacon Hill, steps from the Massachusetts State House, Boston Common, Faneuil Hall, and the start of the Freedom Trail. Downtown Crossing, the Government Center MBTA hub, and the Financial District are all within a ten-minute walk.
Does XV Beacon have parking?
The hotel offers valet parking for guests. Given the Beacon Hill location, self-parking in the neighborhood is extremely limited; valet service or public transportation are the recommended arrival options.