These stays lend a spark to the historic New England city A lavish dining room at one of several eateries inside Raffles Boston. Photo: Courtesy of Raffles Boston As New England’s premier city, Boston combines cosmopolitan culture with storied patina. Visitors will find historical architecture, binge-worthy museums, and sites that pay tribute to the American Revolution. Juxtapose those stalwarts with buzzy new eateries, beloved sports teams, and green spaces, including Boston Common (the oldest city park in the United States), the Charles River Esplanade, the Rose Park Greenway, and Castle Island with walking trails and swimming beaches, and it’s apparent that this not-so-big city punches above its weight. When it comes to high-end Boston hotels, you have your pick of impressive lodging options. The city, steeped in so much history, has leaned into properties that skewed traditional—until now. Here, some of the very best Boston hotels if you love a swanky interior and a comfortable place to lay your head.…