The Ritz-Carlton, Boston celebrated its 75th Anniversary with a major restoration of the grande dame, adding a new vitality to its classic grandeur. The oldest Ritz-Carlton Hotel in continuous operation in the United States, it anchors fashionable Newbury Street and the picturesque Public Garden in the heart of the Back Bay. The tradition continues with surprises like a Fireplace Butler, Children's Suite and new Fitness Center.

Facing across the gardens between the Financial and Theatre Districts is The Ritz-Carlton, Boston Common, a contemporary luxury urban sanctuary. The hotel has direct access to The Sports Club/LA, the 100,000 square foot spa, fitness and sports center with junior Olympic pool.

Uniquely yours---The Ritz-Carlton, Boston wedding. Cherished traditions…sophisticated glamour…exclusive intimacy. At The Ritz-Carlton, Boston wedding celebrations are not just planned, they are designed.

Whether the wedding ceremony is across the street in the Public Garden with the bridal dinner in the stately Grand Ballroom or on The Roof on the 17th floor, the style is Ritz-Carlton elegance. The legendary 1927 Dining Room overlooking the Public Garden and Commonwealth Avenue has Czechoslovakian cobalt blue and crystal chandeliers, the inspiration for The Ritz-Carlton blue glassware worldwide. It is one of Boston's most historic rooms.

The hotel's social catering managers are experienced professionals who attend Ritz-Carlton national meetings annually featuring wedding experts like Colin Cowie and Martha Stewart Living editor Darcy Miller. Making the dream a reality is the fine art of mutual understanding and special attention that the hotel's staff have practiced and perfected. Every detail is anticipated from wedding etiquette, the protocol of receiving lines, seating arrangements, vegetarian or ethnic menus, cultural rituals and honeymoon plans.

Boston now has two styles of Ritz-Carlton luxury - classical and contemporary. The two hotels face each other across Boston's historic parks. Unique wedding celebrations can take place at both hotels with classic bridal teas at one and sleek, sophisticated rehearsal dinners at the other.