The Bar/Lounge at Hotel AKA Back Bay

"Travelers rave about the sleek Loews Boston Hotel (formerly Back Bay Hotel and Jurys Boston)—"Great staff," "Great bar," "Great vibe"—see a pattern yet? From the cool glass-and-marble lobby to the hotel's stylish restaurant, Precinct Kitchen + Bar, the building, which was the headquarters of the Boston Police Department in the early 20th century, exudes hip history with 21st-century amenities: heated towel racks, down comforters, free bottled water, and free in-room Wi-Fi"

"There's a trio of eating and drinking options on site: Cuffs bar (popular with locals); the Stanhope Grille; and Il Barista, an airy café and lounge on the second floor"

"For some reason, they end up sitting at the bar for long hours eager to talk to the locals and find out what their next stop should be"

"Back Bay runneth over with top-rated dining and nightlife venues, but the hotel’s Precinct Kitchen + Bar is a big contender, serving up steak, pasta and seafood, either in the swank hotel interior or along the sidewalk terrace"

"Both business and leisure visitors from around the world stay here, while the informal bar and restaurants cater to nearby office workers as well as guests"

"A typical Irish pub, Cuffs gets crowded and lively during evenings, which in turn keeps the coffee bar busy during mornings"

"A small lounge is set off to the side, but most guests prefer the new set-up just below the lobby, where Precinct and Bar resides"

"Stanhope Grille, Cuffs—An Irish Bar and Il Barista Coffee Bar on site"