Plenty of Boston hotels call a small seasonal deck a rooftop bar. At these five, the rooftop is a reason to book: full bars with skyline views, or multi-level outdoor spaces with real food menus. The list covers a range of price points, from premium luxury to mid-range, across Back Bay, the Seaport and the Theater District.
How we ranked these rooftop bar hotels
The quality of the rooftop venue was the primary consideration, including the views, food and drink offering, atmosphere, and overall experience. Venues with dedicated bar programs, full food menus, generous outdoor space, and views of recognizable Boston landmarks are listed ahead of smaller rooftop terraces. Within the same category, higher star ratings helped determine the final order.
Rooftop bars in Boston often operate on seasonal schedules, with hours changing throughout the year. Check the hotel's website for the latest opening times and reservation policies before visiting.
Rooftop bar hotels in Boston at a glance
| Hotel | Neighborhood | Stars | Rooftop venue | Seasonal operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raffles Boston | Back Bay | 5 | Long Bar & Terrace | Yes, seasonal |
| The Newbury Boston | Back Bay | 5 | Contessa (glass-enclosed rooftop restaurant) | No, open all four seasons |
| Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport | Seaport | 4 | Lifted Rooftop Restaurant & Bar | Yes, seasonal |
| The Envoy Hotel, Autograph Collection | Seaport | 4 | Rooftop at The Envoy (Skyline View Bar and Harbor Lounge) | Not stated by the hotel |
| Revere Hotel Boston Common | Theater District | 4 | Rooftop@Revere | Yes, seasonal |
Planning your rooftop bar visit in Boston
- Boston rooftop bars close or reduce hours from late October through April due to cold weather. Check each hotel's website before visiting in shoulder seasons. For seasonal planning, see our guide to the best time to visit Boston.
- Several venues require reservations on weekends and during events. Walk-ins are more reliable on weekday evenings.
- The Back Bay rooftops face west and southwest, giving you the best light in the late afternoon. Seaport venues face the harbor and the downtown skyline.
- Dress codes vary. Raffles Boston and The Newbury Boston enforce smart-casual standards on weekend evenings.
Rooftop bars by neighborhood: what to expect
Back Bay rooftops are above the low-rise brownstone grid, so even a few floors up gives you clear sightlines to the Prudential Tower and the Hancock. Raffles Boston at 40 Trinity Place and The Newbury Boston at 15 Arlington Street both get those views.
The Seaport district puts you across the Fort Point Channel from the downtown skyline. The Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport has its bar facing the towers across the water, and Rooftop at The Envoy, on Sleeper Street by the channel, looks out over the harbor.
In the Theater District, Rooftop@Revere is on top of the Revere Hotel at 200 Stuart Street, with views over Boston Common and the Back Bay skyline. It runs seasonally, so look at the hotel's site for this year's dates.
The hotels
Raffles Boston
40 Trinity Place, Boston
9.3211 reviews
3 min walk to Copley (Green)Long Bar & Terrace, the hotel's skyline bar at 40 Trinity Place, has an outdoor terrace for cocktails and serves food until 9 p.m.
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The Newbury Boston
15 Arlington St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02116, Boston
9.2149 reviews
2 min walk to Arlington (Green)On top of the former Ritz-Carlton building at 15 Arlington Street, with a full bar, food and clear views of the Public Garden and Back Bay.
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Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
450 Summer Street, Boston
9.04,266 reviews
Omni runs Say Goodnight to Hunger and has published property-level water and energy targets. No certification verified for this hotel.5 min walk to World Trade Center (Silver)
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The Envoy Hotel, Autograph Collection
70 Sleeper Street, Boston
8.4305 reviews
2 min walk to Courthouse (Silver)Rooftop at The Envoy is seven stories up on Sleeper Street, with a Skyline View Bar, a smaller Harbor Lounge and fire pits looking out over the harbor.
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Revere Hotel Boston Common
200 Stuart Street, Boston
8.64,945 reviews
5 min walk to Boylston (Green)Rooftop@Revere, on top of the hotel at 200 Stuart Street, serves cocktails, apps and pizza with views of Boston Common and the Back Bay skyline. It opens for the warm months only.
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Where to start in each neighborhood, and what’s on there this weekend.
Frequently asked questions
Which Boston hotel has the best rooftop bar for views?＋
The Newbury Boston at 15 Arlington Street gives you the clearest view of the Public Garden and the Charles River from a rooftop bar in Back Bay. Raffles Boston at 40 Trinity Place faces west across Copley Square with the Prudential Tower in the sightline. For a harbor and downtown skyline view, the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport faces north across the Fort Point Channel.
Are Boston rooftop bars open year-round?＋
Most are not. Boston winters push outdoor rooftop bars to close from roughly late October through April. Raffles Boston's Long Bar & Terrace has an indoor bar as well as its terrace, and Contessa at The Newbury Boston is glass-enclosed and open in all four seasons. Check each hotel's website for current seasonal dates before planning a visit.
Do you need to be a hotel guest to use these rooftop bars?＋
No. Contessa, the rooftop restaurant at The Newbury Boston, takes outside guests. So does Long Bar & Terrace at Raffles Boston. Lifted, the rooftop restaurant and bar at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, is open to all.
Which rooftop bar hotel in Boston is the most affordable?＋
The Revere Hotel Boston Common at 200 Stuart Street is a 4-star hotel, priced mid-range next to the 5-star Raffles and The Newbury, and Rooftop@Revere is on its roof. The Envoy Hotel in the Seaport is also a 4-star hotel.
Which rooftop bar is best for a large group or private event?＋
Raffles Boston hosts private receptions on the terrace of Long Bar & Terrace. Contact each hotel's events team for capacity and pricing details.
Is there a rooftop bar hotel near Fenway Park?＋
Not on this list. These five hotels are in Back Bay, the Seaport and the Theater District. If you want to be close to the ballpark, see our page on hotels near Fenway Park.
