Hilton returned to its roots in the city of Boston this fall with the opening of the 1,060-room historic Hilton Boston Park Plaza.

The property, which is located in the Back Bay neighborhood, was conceived by hotelier E.M. Statler as a city-within-a-city. It opened in 1927 as The Statler Hotel and in 1954, Conrad Hilton purchased the property as part of The Statler Hotel chain, renaming it the Statler Hilton in 1957. In 1976, a Boston family purchased the property, renaming it Boston Park Plaza Hotel & Towers. Throughout its nearly 100-year history, it has hosted an array of dignitaries, U.S. Presidents, celebrities, and cultural events.

Now flying the Hilton flag once more, the hotel features contemporary, pet-friendly guestrooms and suites, two restaurants, a variety of amenities, and 70,000 square feet of meetings and event space. Hilton Boston Park Plaza is owned by Parks Hospitality Holdings (PHH) and managed by Hilton.

“We are delighted to welcome back one of our first Boston properties, Hilton Boston Park Plaza, to the Hilton family. The hotel’s exceptional location in the heart of the city, coupled with the property’s friendly service and thoughtful amenities, offer the perfect homebase for every traveler and any occasion,” said Danny Hughes, president, Americas, Hilton.

Hilton Boston Park Plaza’s accommodations, which include 55 suites, feature New England-inspired artwork and stone-topped cabinetry as well as amenities such a dedicated workspace, bedside USB charging ports, blackout shades, and a Keurig coffee and tea machine.

Food and beverage options at the property include Off the Common, the hotel’s signature all-day restaurant and bar; Strega Italiano, which features a diverse menu of Italian-inspired dishes and creative cocktails; and a convenient onsite Starbucks.

Other highlights of Hilton Boston Park Plaza, include:

• Boston’s first Topgolf Swing Suite, which offers PGA-certified lessons, full virtual golf courses, and a virtual driving range, and is available for private events;
• Lynx Fitness Club, a 20,000-squre-foot health club with the latest state-of-the-art equipment, expert trainers, and a variety of classes (yoga, boxing, HIIT, etc.);
• and the only Leica Store in Gallery in New England.

The hotel’s extensive meeting facilities include 35 meeting rooms and three ballrooms across 70,000 square feet. The 13,215-square-foot Grand Ballroom features floor-to-ceiling windows, original Baccarat Crystal chandeliers and ornate balconies. Non-traditional venues include Avenue 34 and The Square.

“Acquiring the celebrated Boston Park Plaza is a significant milestone for Parks Hospitality Holdings as it represents our first asset in the Northeastern U.S.,” said Charles El-Mann Fasja, CEO at PHH. “This addition to our portfolio marks a new era of expansion for PHH, bringing our expertise in hospitality development from Mexico to locations across the U.S.”

Located four miles from Boston Logan Airport, Hilton Boston Park Plaza is situated one block from Boston Common, the most historic public park in the United States, and just steps away from Boston Public Garden, and the Theater District.