Logan International Airport (BOS): Approximate driving time is 12 minutes and distance is 5 miles.

Driving directions from Logan International Airport: Take the Sumner Tunnel (pay toll) to Storrow Dr west. Follow signs to Back Bay and exit at Copley Square (left exit). Turn left on Beacon St, then right on Arlington St. The hotel is on the right.

Getting there: The best way to get to the hotel from the airport is by taxi ($16–$25) or shared shuttle van ($5–$15). The hotel can also arrange Town Car service; contact the hotel for details. (Fees subject to change without notice.)

Getting around: Downtown Boston is best navigated on foot, and there are many attractions within walking distance of the hotel. Guests may also wish to take advantage of the T, Boston's rapid transit system (less than $5). Board the Green Line at nearby Arlington Station. Taxis are also available. (Fees subject to change without notice.)

The Café - A wall of windows with panoramic views of Newbury Street creates a lively backdrop for power breakfasts, animated luncheons, and pre- or post-theater dining.

The Bar - This well-known spot for cocktails opened in the 1930s to celebrate the repeal of Prohibition. A fireplace and views of the Public Garden punctuate the club-like atmosphere. Guests come for The Bar’s well-known martinis and signature Ritz Fizz. Light dining is also available.

The Lounge - The hotel’s spacious drawing room is an ideal setting for traditional Afternoon Tea or a relaxing glass of port or champagne. Reservations are required.

Amenity highlights: Service in many forms makes the Ritz-Carlton stand out as a luxurious icon among hotels. Everything focuses on the guest, from complimentary overnight shoeshine service to a Bath Butler who draws custom baths upon request. The Dining Room typifies the hotel’s attention to detail, tradition, and innovation, with a creative menu of French-inspired cuisine in a formal setting.

Insider tip: In E.B. White’s children’s novel The Trumpet of the Swan, Louis the swan stayed at this Ritz-Carlton while in Boston. The hotel can arrange a variety of activities and services for young guests based on this theme, including afternoon tea, children’s menus, and picnic baskets to take to the Swan Boats at the Public Garden.