Boston’s oldest hotel just got a $65 million makeover in time for its 170th anniversary.

Omni Parker House , located in downtown Boston along the Freedom Trail , debuted a new look in August after nine months of renovations.

The hotel, founded in 1855 by Harvey Parker, is the longest continuously operating hotel in the United States. It is where President John F. Kennedy announced his candidacy for Congress and later proposed to Jacqueline Bouvier. It is also the birthplace of Boston Cream Pie and Parker House Rolls.

The renovation project is part of Omni Hotels & Resorts’ five-year, $1.5 billion commitment to support renovations, historic restorations, and new developments at its properties. The makeover included all 551 guest rooms (including 57 suites); the lobby, its Rooftop Ba

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