Trough my
travels in the USA I decided to also visit Boston. I haven't been to most of
the cities in the USA before my trip and Boston has definitely been a pitch on
my bucket list for a while. As the Mandarin Oriental is always based in
interesting and unique hotspots, it was no surprise they are also having a
property in Boston. During my visit in Boston I had the pleasure to set up a
meeting and explore the property in Boston..
I spent the
entire day at the Mandarin Oriental Boston, which has definitely been a great
experience for me as there was so much to discover. My day started about 9AM in
the morning. I was invited to try the award winning spa.
The spa of
a Mandarin Oriental is always a unique and calming place. It's not just a spa
with a simple massage - it's an experience. Especially my treatment has been
such an outstanding experience, as I was pampered with a facial with oxygen.
The name of the treatment is "Revive
Oxygen".
As I was
coping with a bad sunburn in my face from my 3 week stay in Miami, I have to
admit that I was already really excited for the treatment. My skin is even now, after one week, still as smooth as after the treatment. I can definitely recommend
this treatment. As the sunlight is well known for skin aging the oxygen
treatment is able to help the skin to recover. Also it is well know as a
fountain of youth with an incredible immediate effect, which difference
one will see and feel. Beside the Mandarin Oriental Boston is the only spa
which is offering this treatment within the whole area.
With a
total space of 1.5000 m² the spa also features a very modern fitness center for
staying guests. Also private trainers for fitness sessions are additionally
able to be booked.
Beside the
various treatments there's also the offer to use a steamed bath and sauna.
After the treatment one is more than invited to calm down at the relaxing room,
which also includes snacks and fruit infused water.
A true
highlight is however the experience shower, which features different options to
select of. My favorite has however been the tropical rain.
After my
relaxing spa treatment I had the pleasure to be invited to the bar Boloud, a French
inspired cuisine in the lobby level. " French flair with Boston
charm" perfectly summaries the bistro and wine bar, which is featuring a
brasserie fare, so as seasonal New England dishes and signature charcuterie.
The
interior of the restaurant has a very comfortable lounge feeling. It feels cozy
and one feels warm and welcomed. My arrival has been very pleasant as I was just
running into the restaurant manager, who shared all information with me.
The lightning
and atmosphere in the restaurant is very welcoming and the huge seating areas
featuring sofas, which will lead one to never want to leave again.
Beside the
restaurant also offers wide spaces beside the huge windows, which are also
featuring natural lightning.
Beside
Lunch and dinner, the Bar Boulud also features a brunch, which is
offered every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 3PM.
I visited
the restaurant for lunch and was so happy to be provided with such a wonderful selection
of very good and fresh food. The kitchen is French, with an American accent.
The lunch menu
features however most of all French inspired dishes, which means a lot of fish
and meat. Also the huge wine selection is worth to mention. The restaurant
design is inspired by these cultural influences and one of the walls in the restaurant
is covered in wine boxes only, which definitely impressed me. It was an
interesting detail that already gave an assumption about the creativity that is
also visible within the unique selection of dishes by kitchen chef Jonathan
Kilroy.
After an
incredible lunch I had the pleasure to enjoy a hotel tour by the director of communication,
who introduced me to the dynasty suite. The suite has a total of 2,600sqf and is made for a maximum of 4 persons. It
features a high security system and is available from rates starting on USD
8000 per night. The
suite is definitely all about luxury and covers all wishes one would probably
ever have.
The Mandarin Oriental Boston is a beautiful and impressive house, with a fairytale a like lobby and fresh flowers. The hotel is centered in the 776 Boylston Street, just next to the Prudential towers. One will find all kind of shops within this glamorous centre.
Moreover the hotel is located in the heart of an area that features most of the areas, which are also interested for tourists, so as the Boston Skywalk.