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Post-modernism triumphs in this classy hotel on the upper levels of the Common’s tallest building. The rooms are the height of contemporary elegance. Another plus is that a fitness center and upscale cinema a few floors down are included in the price.

Rock stars and visiting dignitaries often select the low-key luxury of this modern hotel situated on the edge of the Theater District. The lobby-level Bristol Lounge is a favorite spot for striking business deals, and the indoor pool is an added bonus.

The extremely posh Langham occupies a jewel of an Art Nouveau building, the former Federal Reserve bank in the heart of the Financial District. Spacious rooms feature modernized Second Empire decor with rich brocades.

The 1927 “original” Boston Ritz on the edge of the Common had a thorough restoration in 2002 to revive its old-fashioned glory. This grand dame epitomizes opulence, decorum, and “old Boston” style. The lobby bar is a legendary venue for literary coteries.

The design-conscious decor and extraordinary attention to detail makes this chic but cozy boutique hotel in Beacon Hill a favorite with business execs. With just 40 rooms, all with high-tech extras, it is the most masculine of Boston’s new hotels.

Newcomer Nine Zero marries sleek and shiny steel, chrome, and glass with warm woods and designer furniture for a contemporary look with a soft edge. The Downtown Crossing location is ultra convenient.

Back Bay grace characterizes this late 19th-century landmark hotel. Visiting musicians and baseball teams alike enjoy the spacious suites. Clio (see Clio), the ground-floor restaurant, is one of Boston’s best and provides room service for guests.

Under family management for over 35 years, this Edwardian landmark on Copley Square is intimate and European in style. The rooms are splendid (especially the corner suites), some with working fireplaces.

To enjoy one of the most beautiful locations in the city to the full, request a room with a harbor view and private balcony. There’s no need to go anywhere else with restaurants, fitness center, and spa all on site.

Rooms run the gamut from tiny to palatial in this elegant and swanky oasis close to bustling Faneuil Hall Marketplace (see Faneuil Hall Marketplace). Some suites even have their own jacuzzis.