Age and family policy: who can stay and check‑in rules
Boston Harbor Hotel welcomes guests of all ages. Individual guests under 21 must check in with a parent or legal guardian; all guests must present a photo ID and credit card at check-in, and the hotel places an incidental hold (typically $250/night).
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Who can stay — family and age rules
Boston Harbor Hotel is family-friendly and welcomes guests of all ages. There is no adults-only tower or section; children are permitted throughout the property.
Children 18 and older are charged as adults for room rates and services. Individual guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at check-in.
- Children of any age may stay when accompanied by adults.
- Children 18+ are treated as adults for billing.
- Guests under 21 must have a parent/legal guardian present at check-in.
| Guest age | Check-in requirement |
|---|---|
| Under 21 | Parent or legal guardian must accompany at check-in |
| 18–17 (minors) | Allowed to stay but check-in rule applies if under 21 |
| 21 and over | Standard check-in with photo ID and credit card |
Check-in and check-out basics
Standard check-in begins at 3:00 PM and standard check-out is 12:00 PM (noon). Late checkout can be requested by calling the front desk or pressing zero; it is subject to availability.
The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day and offers express check-in/check-out options.
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 12:00 PM (noon)
- 24-hour front desk; late checkout available on request, subject to availability
| Item | Policy |
|---|---|
| Front desk | 24 hours |
| Late checkout | Request via front desk / reservations; subject to availability |
| Express check-in/out | Available |
What you must present at arrival
At check-in all guests must present a government-issued photo ID and a credit card. The hotel authorizes the nightly rate plus tax and places an incidental hold on the card.
The dossier records an incidental authorization equal to the nightly rate plus tax and a $250-per-night incidental hold; confirm the exact amount with the hotel if you need a different arrangement.
- Photo ID (government-issued)
- Credit card for authorization and incidental hold
- Incidental hold commonly listed as $250 per night (confirm at check-in)
| Document/payment | Why it's required |
|---|---|
| Photo ID | Verify identity and age |
| Credit card | Guarantee booking and incidental authorization |
| Incidental hold | Covers room incidentals and potential charges |
Pool, fitness and child supervision rules
The Rowes Wharf Health Club indoor lap pool and 24-hour fitness center are included amenities for registered guests. Pool and locker hours are daily from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Children under 13 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult when using the pool or fitness facilities.
- Pool and Lounge hours: 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. daily
- Fitness center: open 24 hours
- Children under 13 require adult supervision in pool and fitness areas
| Facility | Age supervision rule |
|---|---|
| Indoor lap pool | Children under 13 must be supervised by an adult |
| Fitness center | Children under 13 must be supervised by an adult |
| Spa treatments | Available to guests; check age or pregnancy-related restrictions for specific services |
Pets and pet-free options
Boston Harbor Hotel allows dogs and cats (up to 80 lbs) for a non-refundable daily fee per pet, with a maximum of two pets per guestroom. Service animals are exempt from the fee.
If you prefer to avoid rooms that have had pets, the hotel designates its 15th floor as a pet-free, hypoallergenic floor.
- Allowed animals: dogs and cats only, up to 80 lbs
- Maximum: two pets per guestroom
- Fee: non-refundable daily pet fee (service animals exempt)
- Pet-free floor: 15th floor designated hypoallergenic
| Topic | Policy |
|---|---|
| Types allowed | Dogs and cats only |
| Weight limit | Up to 80 lbs per pet |
| Pet-free option | 15th floor designated pet-free |
Room occupancy, cribs, rollaways and connecting rooms
Room types include Deluxe Room, City View; Deluxe Room, Harbor View; Superior Room, City View; Superior Room, Harbor View; Premier Room (Harbor); Suite names such as John Adams Presidential Suite, Greenway Suite, Admirals Suite, Constitution Suite, and Mariner Suite are available for larger parties or families.
The hotel provides cribs, rollaway beds, and connecting room configurations on request; for multi-bedroom needs the John Adams Presidential Suite and other multi-bedroom suites are options.
- Cribs and rollaway beds available on request
- Connecting rooms can be requested for families
- Large multi-bedroom suites (for example John Adams Presidential Suite) exist — request at booking
| Room examples | Notes |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Room, City View | 1 King Bed — listed occupancy for 3 guests |
| Superior Room, Harbor View | 1 King Bed or 2 Double Beds — family layouts available |
| Suite (John Adams Presidential Suite) | Multiple beds; suitable for larger groups |
Incidental charges, parking and extras at check-in
Parking, spa treatments, pet fees and some other services are charged separately. The hotel lists valet and self-parking in an underground Rowes Wharf garage and EV charging stations.
Confirm parking options, any height or oversized vehicle restrictions, and the incidental hold amount with the front desk before arrival if you need to plan for charges on arrival.
- Valet and self-parking available (underground garage managed by LAZ Parking)
- EV charging stations available
- Expect separate charges for parking, spa treatments and pet fees
| Service | Paid or included |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool & fitness center | Included for registered guests |
| Spa treatments & massages | Extra charge |
| Pet fee | Non-refundable daily fee per pet |
