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Getting to Know our XV Beacon Team Members

Meet Mark! Mark Frishman, our hotel courtesy car driver, was hired pre-opening in 1999 and is our longest continuously working employee.  Mark defected from Russia and although didn’t speak a word of English or knew the city upon his arrival to the States, Mark studied diligently to learn all and is now extremely engaging and…

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The Perfect Picnic in Boston Common Starts at XV Beacon

Boston is the perfect picnic city, considering our comfy temperatures, great parks, and stunning sunsets.  Enjoy the splendor of The Boston Common or The Esplanade with a delightfully prepared picnic basket when you weekend with us this summer. Package Details: Boston is the perfect picnic city, considering our comfy temperatures, great parks, and stunning sunsets. …

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Fourth of July in Boston

The Boston Pops 4th of July 2019 mark the beginning of the celebration, and once darkness has fallen, the fireworks in Boston finish off the festivities. While many locals leave the city for the beaches over this long weekend, more and more are staying to enjoy the multi-day 4th of July celebration called Harborfest. Come…

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Dad Approved: Father’s Day at XV Beacon Hotel

From Little League games to dance recitals, Dad has always been there to cheer you on. Say “thank you” this Father’s Day with a special present made just for Dad. Package Includes: One of our Lexus test cars for use during their stay (based on availability) A tasting of 4 different scotches chosen by our…

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Boston Spring Activities

And just like that April’s showers have brought May flowers. Spring has officially sprung in Boston and the beautiful weather as arrived! Spring Into Luxury at XV Beacon and enjoy all the city has to offer by allowing our Concierge team to provide the insider’s scoop on what to do in Boston this spring. Our…

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XV Beacon Come Sail Away Summer Experience

Picture this: You and your loved one(s) are cuddled up on the bow of a 100 year old majestic Friendship sloop. The wind is skipping over the bow while the two of you share a bottle of Krug. The view is breathtaking, the stars are out to play and you can hear the waves gently…

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Congratulations Mooo…

It is an honor to have been listed among such incredible restaurants once again, thank you AAA! Just 67 restaurants on the continent have Five Diamond status, and Mass. is home to three of them. The restaurant is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, dinner and on Sundays for brunch. Want to host…

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Luck of the Irish at XV Beacon

On March 17, Boston goes green for St. Patrick’s Day, celebrating Irish history around the city and sharing a few pints and laughs with friends. XV Beacon celebrates everything Irish this March with its Luck O’ The Irish Package , complete with cocktails and an overnight stay. Check into XV Beacon Boston now for stays March…

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Looking for fun things to do in Boston in February?

February in Boston often brings a mixture of bright and sunny almost-warm days, and cold snowy periods – plus everything in between.   It’s a wonderful time of the year to walk around with a camera and photograph all your favorite spots without tree leaves hiding them. If you’re planning what to do in Boston in…

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Mooo named Best Steakhouse in U.S.

Where’s the best beef? It’s at Mooo, right inside the luxury XV Beacon Hotel. Travel + Leisure ranked Mooo one of the best steakhouses, and we couldn’t agree more. “The kitchen focuses on prime cuts of dry-aged beef paired with house-made sauces, like béarnaise, bordelaise, and ketchup-based BBQ. Beef Wellington and a starter of bone…

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