A picture-perfect setting for cherished seasonal moments, from cozy Après Skate gatherings to enchanting family breakfasts and curated city tours, there’s so much to pick from

There are two Four Season’s Hotels in Boston and we’re unpacking the world of Christmas delight for the Boylston Street location, the one across the street from the Boston Public Garden. Now, if you’ve never stayed at a Four Seasons then shame on you. There’s something serene, relaxing, and oh-so luxury about this hotel brand. The Four Seasons Boston has cooked up enchanting Christmas experiences for guests that visit America’s most walkable city, filled with epicurean delights, an Après Skate experience, and some cool tours. 

Christmas isn’t Christmas without crisp winter temps and Boston doesn’t disappoint with this. That’s why the Après Skate experience at Coterie, the hotel’s brasserie-style lobby lounge from December 1-March 31st is the place to be. The hotel is near Back Bay and Beacon Hill neighborhoods, which means it’s close to Frog Pond. Bostonians know this ice-skating spot all too well, as it has been a tradition for families to go to for generations. After skating, guests can head back to Coterie and feast over a French-inspired menu from oysters with caviar, beef bourguignon with truffles and mashed potatoes, and classic poutine. And don’t fret, dessert is just as delightful. Chef Patrice Martineau has included his famous Manjari Grand Cru hot chocolate on the menu, served with a house-made butter croissant and whipped cream.

If you find yourself without the essential skate accessories, then you can purchase the Skate Essentials Basket for $120 through the Guest Experience team. The basket includes Four Seasons-branded beanies for adults, mittens and hats for children, hand warmers, a thermos of hot chocolate with to-go cups, and skating snacks like popcorn, cookies, and nut mix.

“At Four Seasons Hotel Boston, our goal is to make this holiday season truly magical for guests and locals alike,” says Michael Pedder, the hotel’s general manager in notes. “Whether gathering for a festive meal, creating memories at the Teddy Bear Breakfast, or warming up after skating, we’re committed to designing experiences that celebrate the joy and wonder of winter in Boston.”  

Next week on December 21 and 22, the hotel will be hosting The Teddy Bear Breakfast at Aujourd’hu. Children visitors to the hotel can create their own teddy bear, and do ornament decorating and holiday crafts, followed by live storytelling. Not to mention, there will be a dance floor with a life DJ, for children of all ages. The breakfast includes a buffet of seasonal dishes, along with mimosas and sparkling wine for the parents. For parents the buffet is $150 and for children ages 2-12, it’s $65 (for children under 2 the breakfast is free). Guests can enhance the festive experience by making a day of it, with optional add-ons like tickets to The Grinch at the Boch Center or Urban Nutcracker at the Schubert Theater.  

And if this isn’t enough, there’s more. The Hot Cocoa and History Stroll, is a bespoke walking tour, where you can see the city’s historic sites, stopping at cafes along the way for hot chocolate. The tour starts at $500 for five guests and can be organized through the Guest Experience team. There’s also the Winter Museum Tour, which includes an exclusive tour and private transportation to Boston’s top museums, like the Museum of Fine Arts, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, and the Natural History Museum. Starting at $2,500 for five guests, it’s an elevated way of seeing the city in style. And for New Year’s Eve, the hotel provides key views of the city’s fireworks display over Boston Common.

For more information on holiday offerings or to book a reservation at Four Seasons Hotel Boston, please visit www.fourseasons.com/boston/ or call 1 (617) 338-4400.