Famous across the world for its historic events, beautiful waterfront location, iconic institutions like Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and many other reasons, Boston is an eclectic city in Massachusetts, USA. The attractions of Boston are too many accounting for the inflow of millions of tourists to this iconic city each year. And serving these millions of tourists are Boston’s umpteen hotels, ranging from historic and iconic through five-star and opulent to modern and chic. Boston’s hotels are also said to be early adopters of the ‘go green’ initiative, and many of America’s greenest hotels are located in Boston. With climate change, depletion of natural resources, deforestation, increasing amount of waste in landfills, alarming rates of carbon emissions, and decrease in animal habitat, we all need to do our bit to save the environment. Boston hotels are taking the charge in implementing sustainability initiatives that you can actively participate in. From extensive recycling programmes to installing energy-efficient lighting in guest rooms to harvesting their own honey, hotels in Boston are going all out to save the environment! Check out our selections of all the green hotels in Boston, Massachusetts and book your stay today!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and the property's commitment towards eco-conscious practices. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.
1. The Boxer (from USD 659)
Reasonable pricing for a major city, with some hidden fees for amenities
Charming hotel with on-site restaurant, lobby refreshments, and pet-friendly options
Exceptional location near TD Garden, close to attractions and public transportation
Mixed reviews on dining experiences, with some guests finding limited options and slow service
Situated in a building built in the 1800s, The Boxer is an iconic Boston hotel that is as committed towards environmental sustainability as it is towards guest satisfaction. The hotel has implemented ‘EarthView’, an in-house sustainability program that outlines their innovative and sustainable practices that benefit the environment. Starting as early as 2010, the hotel has executed several policies like installing energy-efficient LED lights in all guest rooms, using recycled paper products, towel and linen reuse project, partnering with 'Clean the World’ non-profit to recycle discarded guest soaps, and a free bike program. The Boxer is truly committed to providing a sustainable hotel experience to guests!
The Boxer
Address: 107 Merrimac Street
1.22 km (0.8 mi) from New England Aquarium
2. Courtyard Boston Copley Square (from USD 299)
Reasonable pricing for a downtown Boston hotel, but parking can be expensive.
Convenient location near train station and shopping, but some amenities like the fitness center are limited.
Centrally located with easy access to restaurants and attractions.
Great dining options within walking distance, but limited onsite dining facilities.
The Courtyard Boston Copley Square is conveniently located in Boston’s beautiful Copley Square neighbourhood and provides guests with an elegant old-world ambience but with modern amenities. As part of the Marriott group, it is working towards fulfilling the hotel chain’s 2025 Sustainability and Social Impact Goals. Some of the sustainability initiatives outlined under this plan are reducing food waste, sourcing all products from local and sustainable sources, bringing down the hotel’s energy consumption, focusing on the usage of renewable energy, etc.
Courtyard Boston Copley Square
Address: 88 Exeter Street
2.73 km (1.7 mi) from New England Aquarium
3. InterContinental Boston (from USD 323)
At the InterContinental Boston situated in the historic downtown Boston waterfront location, you can be sure that you are staying at a hotel that pays close attention to its responsibility towards the environment. As part of its Responsible Business initiative and using its Green Engage tools, all InterContinental resorts and hotels have managed to reduce their energy consumption by almost 25%. InterContinental Boston is part of this initiative and as such your stay at this beautiful hotel will not only be luxurious but also sustainable. In addition, their restaurant, RumBa, is a three-star Certified Green Restaurant for its green dining practices.
InterContinental Boston, an IHG Hotel
Address: 510 Atlantic Avenue
632 meters (0.4 ft) from New England Aquarium
4. Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel (from USD 405)
High rates, especially during peak seasons and events like the Boston Marathon.
Cozy decor, spacious rooms, fitness center, complimentary coffee, and wine hour.
Central location near Boston Common, Freedom Trail, and public transportation.
Limited dining options, no room service, and closed restaurant/bar due to COVID.
At the chic Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel located in the heart of Boston, enjoy a luxury stay with a touch of eco-friendliness. The Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel is an eco-friendly boutique hotel that is Green Key and IHG Green Engage certified, which is a system of employing sustainable practices in the running of the hotel. The IHG Green Engage initiative is a process aimed at measuring and managing the hotel activities’ impact on the environment. As part of the certification, Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel ensures that they engage best practice solutions like tracking consumption data, installing energy-efficient lighting in guest rooms and setting up a property green team. Plus, this is also a pet-friendly hotel and promotes ‘Healthy Travel’ by providing free bikes to guests to explore the amazing city of Boston.
Hotel AKA Boston Common
Address: 90 Tremont Street
978 meters (0.7 ft) from New England Aquarium
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5. The Lenox (from USD 435)
One of the pioneers of ecotourism in Boston, The Lenox is a boutique hotel in the historic Back Bay area of Boston. In their efforts to ‘go green’ and reduce their impact on the environment, The Lenox has implemented several eco-initiatives and sustainability initiatives that have won them many awards. The historic hotel has implemented over 100 eco-friendly practices like low-flow toilets and shower heads, Boston’s first privately owned, curb-side electric vehicle charging station, single stream recycling, food waste composting, etc. Winner of several awards like Travel + Leisure’s 'The Ultimate Green Hotel’, and WTTC Community Benefit Award, The Lenox is the ultimate green hotel to stay at in Boston!
The Lenox
Address: 61 Exeter Street
2.74 km (1.7 mi) from New England Aquarium
6. Loews Boston Hotel (from USD 465)
Another Back Bay area gem in Boston is the Loews Boston Hotel, which was formerly a Boston Police Department building. The modern rooms of the hotel are complemented by the variety of green policies implemented throughout the property. The Loews Boston Hotel has partnered up with Energy Star and is committed to reducing its impact on the environment by initiatives like using only reusable linen, silverware and dish-ware in its restaurants, bars, lounges, and in-room service; using recycled products like to-go coffee cups and cocktail napkins, eco-friendly inks and papers, environmentally friendly cleaning products, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and many more such fantastic initiatives! A stay at the Loews Boston Hotel is guaranteed to give you peace of mind about your vacation carbon footprint.
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Address: 154 Berkeley Street
2.21 km (1.4 mi) from New England Aquarium
7. Mandarin Oriental Boston (from USD 855)
A name synonymous with opulence and luxury, the Mandarin Oriental Boston is everything that you would expect from a Mandarin Oriental property. Besides its plush rooms, elegant interiors and excellent service, the Mandarin Oriental Boston also pays a lot of attention to its sustainability policy. The hotel chain has been continuously rolling out eco-friendly initiatives as part of its 2020 environmental goals. Some of the hotel’s sustainability initiatives are a long-term strategy to reduce emissions and greenhouse gases, reduce waste intensity per guest room, promote a circular economy through their supply chain, etc. Mandarin Oriental has achieved tremendous success in reaching its sustainability goals over the past few years and is well on track to achieve its 2020 goals.
Mandarin Oriental, Boston
Address: 776 Boylston Street
2.92 km (1.9 mi) from New England Aquarium
8. Seaport Hotel Boston (from USD 350)
Located on the serene waterfront area of Boston, Seaport Hotel Boston is a beautiful property that has been named as one of the greenest hotels in America. Thanks to its ‘Seaport Saves’ environmental program, Seaport Hotel Boston ensures that they can measure and reduce their environmental impact and live in balance with nature. Some of their noteworthy sustainability initiatives are complimentary valet parking of one night for hybrid cars, recycling unused K-Cup (Keurig coffee pods) portions, reducing food waste, complimentary bicycles in-season, and even harvesting their own honey from their rooftop beehives! Winner of several green awards, Seaport Hotel Boston is a fabulous place to stay in Boston!
Seaport Hotel® Boston
Address: 1 Seaport Lane
1.31 km (0.9 mi) from New England Aquarium
9. W Boston (from USD 331)
A leader in the hospitality business, W Boston is a part of the Marriott chain of hotels. And as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, the hotel chain has adopted 2025 Sustainability and Social Impact Goals that are aimed at creating a positive and sustainable impact on the environment. The hotel strives to improve its water and energy consumption, increasing the use of renewable energy, reducing waste and carbon emissions, focusing on sustainable, responsible and local sourcing of food products. Enjoy your stay at the newly revamped W Boston and contribute to their efforts in reducing their carbon footprint.
W Boston
Address: 100 Stuart Street
1.66 km (1.1 mi) from New England Aquarium
10. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway (from USD 569)
Reasonable pricing for a modern hotel in a prime location.
Spacious rooms with a large fridge, attentive staff, rooftop bar, and comfortable beds.
Conveniently close to University, shopping, Fenway Park, and public transportation.
Tasty and plentiful dining options, though breakfast could be more varied and satisfying.
As a Marriott property, the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway, is part of the 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Goals programme of the Marriott group. The programme aims to establish uniform sustainable practices throughout its chain of hotels. At the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway, the hotel reduces its environmental footprint by tracking and managing its energy usage and water consumption, focusing on reducing the amount of waste that ends up in the landfill, cutting back on food wastage, partnering with sustainable suppliers of food products, and more.
Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway
Address: 125 Brookline Avenue
4.42 km (2.8 mi) from New England Aquarium
Sustainable living in Boston
Boston hoteliers are one of the earliest adopters of ecotourism. Several hotels across the city have implemented a variety of sustainable and eco-friendly measures to ensure a minimal impact on the environment. On your next trip to Boston, encourage these hotels’ sustainability efforts by booking a stay at one of our recommended green hotels in Boston, Massachusetts.
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