A world away from the original in Singapore, the first Raffles in the US still provides the same distinct service.
It’s said the key to happy travels – indeed the key to a happy life – is letting go of expectations. I try to live by the principle. Yet when invited to stay at Raffles Hotels & Resorts’ first North American hotel, off I go to Boston, full of expectations.I conjure images of Sikh doormen in immaculate white turbans, chalky marble colonnades and an opulent 19th-century facade, bartenders pouring cherry-red slings – so well etched into travel lore is the original Raffles Hotel in Singapore.
As American as the new property is, it remains true to the renowned Raffles legacy. On arrival on a sunny Saturday, I’m ushered to the Writer’s Lounge on the 17th floor to meet Raffles butler PJ. He’ll be on call during my stay, reachable by SMS. Before the night’s revelry begins, I head to my room. There are 147 hotel rooms from floors six to 14, and 146 residences from floors 20 to 34.I’m staying in a deluxe room with two queen beds, a marble bathroom , a Nespresso machine, fancy teabags and Guerlain bodycare products. It’s a lovely room, warm and inviting.
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