To help you find the the best hotel rooftop pools Boston has to offer, we've created this ultimate guide for you. The article is made from our own experiences and together with the hotels. This way, we can always present correct and up-to date information for each venue. A summer in Boston requires a place to unwind and enjoy the harbor breeze. These 5 hotel rooftop pools offers some of the best experiences and views in town.
Update: This article was updated on May 26th, 2025, with new information, new hotels, updated photos, booking links and insider tips.
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In short: Centrally located and appointed in the iconic Back Bay neighborhood, The Colonnade Hotel in Boston is an excellent choice for a vacation.
What we say: Open to all hotel guests (on a first come, first served basis), the rooftop pool offers an idyllic escape from the city and beautiful views of the Boston skyline. At the rooftop you find everything for a day in the sun with day beds, umbrellas and lounge seats. During your stay at The Colonnade you can enjoy food and drinks either from the poolside or cabana menu. Take a break from the sun and order flatbread, street tacos or a sandwich platter. During the evening, the rooftop lights up and you can watch the sunset together with your friends or family.
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In short: Omni Boston is a four star hotel in a modern building with windows from floor to ceiling. The hotel is in the South Boston Waterfront-district, giving guests the best between seaport and city life.
What we say: Available to hotels guests, this is a rooftop pool you can’t miss if you are in Boston. On the 5th floor of the building, Omni Hotel features a heated pool and bath tub. It is suitable both for the hot summer days and for more chilly occasions. The rooftop is elegant with sun beds placed so that they face the view of the city.
In short: Wyndham Beacon Hills, located in Downtown Boston, offers a calm atmosphere at the rooftop pool terrace, open from 10am to 9pm.
What we say: The rooftop is spacious and perfect for a lounge day, while the pool invites you to a relaxing dip or to swimming laps. The rooftop pool is open from Memorial Day until Labor day. Sun beds, lounge furniture and umbrellas are provided, and guests can access the pool with the key card.
In short: Nestled in the historic Back Bay neighborhood, Sheraton Boston Hotel offers views of Back Bay and the Charles River, alongside elevated amenities.
What we say: The heated pool is available from early morning to late night. These includes an impressive and expansive indoor swimming pool with a retractable roof, complemented with an adjacent outdoor sun deck.
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