The Boston Marathon is an annual marathon race hosted by several cities and towns in greater Boston. Started in 1897, the world’s oldest annual marathon was inspired by the success of the first marathon competition in the 1896 Summer Olympics. The Boston Marathon is also one of six World Marathon Majors. Its course runs from Hopkinton in southern Middlesex County to Copley Square in Boston.
The Boston Marathon attracts 500,000 spectators each year, making it New England’s most widely viewed sporting event. The 127th race will take place on April 17, 2023. The city will be filled with runners their fans and tourists and it’s never too late to start thinking about hotel accommodation.
An urban oasis – Four Seasons Hotel Boston – is the perfect home base for marathon runners and spectators. Guests can get ready for the big day and relax afterward in its glass-enclosed swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, and outdoor Sanctuary terrace. Four Seasons Hotel Boston offers 77 luxurious suites, each uniquely designed and beautifully appointed with multiple bedroom options.
The Hotel’s restaurant Aujourd’hui is a glamorous dining venue that features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Boston’s famed Public Garden. It is an ideal environment for guests to enjoy elevated New England classic cuisine with a European twist by acclaimed Executive Chef Patrice Martineau.
Four Seasons Hotel Boston is an ideal destination if proximity to the best that the city has to offer is a priority. Located in the heart of the Back Bay neighborhood, the central location puts the “must-see” landmarks at guests’ fingertips. Moreover, the hotel is located 3 blocks away from the iconic Boston Marathon finish line on Boylston Street.
