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Back Bay Boston hotels let you stay right in the middle of the city's most fashionable neighborhood - near designer shopping along Newbury Street, the Hynes Convention Center, Prudential Center, the Boston Marathon finish line, and Copley Square. 

Back Bay Boston hotels include top luxury hotels, sleek boutiques, and even a few surprisingly affordable budget hotels.  With almost half of Boston's hotels located in Back Bay, both vacation and business travelers will find plenty of choices.

 

Back Bay Boston hotels map

This map of Back Bay hotels shows locations for all of the 22 hotels and accommodations in described below.  Back Bay is one of Boston's most beautiful neighborhoods, with many Victorian-era brownstones and ornate mansions.

Guide to Back Bay Boston hotels

 

The Back Bay Hotel 

350 Stuart Street

The location of Back Bay Hotel (formerly Jury's Hotel Boston) near the southeast corner of Back Bay means that you're also close to the Theatre District, South End, and Downtown. 

What you'll enjoy:  Luxury touches such as down comforters and heated towel racks, plus the popular on-site bar Cuffs (named in honor of the building's earlier life as Boston Police Headquarters) and Stanhope Grille make the Back Bay Hotel popular with business as well as leisure travelers. The hotel is part of the Doyle Collection, an Irish-based luxury hotel group.

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Boston Marriott Copley Place

110 Huntington Avenue

Part of the Copley Place complex, the Marriott Copley Place is popular with business travelers and conference attendees as well as leisure visitors who love high-end shopping in the complex and nearby Newbury Street. 

What's to love here:  You'll be staying right in the middle of one of Boston's nicest shopping arcades, surrounded by terrific restaurants.  I also love their gorgeous pool.

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Charlesmark Hotel Boston 

665 Boylston Street

This small boutique hotel is one of the most popular Back Bay Boston Hotels because of its great location next to Copley Square. 

What's special:  The Charlesmark Hotel Boston is convenient to all the area's attractions and plus great Newbury Street shopping.  Boston Marathon fans love that the Charlesmark is right at the finish line.  

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Colonnade Hotel Boston 

120 Huntington Avenue

Across from Prudential Center and just a few blocks from Copley Square, the sleek and modern Colonnade Hotel offers terrific value and numerous luxury touches.

What's cool about the Colonnade:  It boasts the only roof-top hotel swimming pool in the city!  Enjoy spectacular views, as well as pool-side concerts throughout the summer. 

Tip:  Be sure to sign up for the Colonnade's "I Prefer" loyalty program.  You'll get a room upgrade, complimentary Internet access, and a welcome gift, plus points toward stays in over 400 other independent luxury hotels around the world.  The Colonnade is owned by a local family which has been in the Boston hotel business for 3 generations and knows how to make guests feel pampered!

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Copley Square Hotel  

47 Huntington Avenue

Built in 1891, this was the first hotel to open in Copley Square.  After recent renovations, this charming small (143 rooms and suites) but trendy hotel sparkless.  Your 30 pound (or under) pet is also welcome here.  On-site club, Saint, features a DJ and dancing, and is part of Boston's popular nightlife scene.

What you'll enjoy: Complementary glass of wine in the evening, and convenience to Copley Square and Newbury Street shopping.

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Courtyard Boston Copley Square  

88 Exeter Street

This small hotel operated by Marriott is in an excellent location near the Boston Public Library, Copley Square, and Prudential Center, not to speak of all the great shopping on nearby Newbury and Boylston Streets. 

What you'll enjoy:  A complimentary glass of wine in the evening, plus Saint, the on-site nightclub and bistro that's a favorite gathering spot for neighborhood residents. 

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Eliot Hotel Boston  

370 Commonwealth Avenue

Location on beautiful Commonwealth Avenue near the western end of Back Bay, the Eliot Hotel is just a short walk from Fenway Park and the eastern end of Boston University.  

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Pets:  Yes
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Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston  

138 Saint James Avenue

A Back Bay jewel, the opulent 1912 Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston Hotel caters to business and leisure travelers who love its mix of luxury, top-notch service, and homey-ness. 

What's special:  The Copley Plaza Boston's location near Trinity Church, the Boston Marathon finish line, and the annual July 4th Fireworks display over the Charles River.  And of course, Catie Copley, the Copley Plaza's resident canine ambassador, who will accompany you on walks and runs around the city. 

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Hilton Back Bay Boston 

40 Dalton Street

Popular with business travelers and conference attendees, the well-appointed Hilton Back Bay Boston Hotel is just across the street from the Hynes Convention Center and Prudential Center. 

What you'll enjoy:  Down comforters, great views from the top floors, and a nice indoor swimming pool. 

Stay here for super convenience when you attend a conference - or use the Back Bay Hilton as your home base for attending a Red Sox game, shopping along trendy Newbury Street, or visiting nearby Northeastern University, Boston University, and Colleges of the Fenway.  You'll also find the finish line for the Boston Marathon just a couple of blocks away.

Although rates usually reflect the Back Bay Hilton's status as a desirable business hotel, you can sometimes find attractive weekend rates. 

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Hotel 140 

140 Clarendon Street

This budget boutique hotel is in an excellent location close to Copley Square, the South End, Bay Village, and the Theatre District - very convenient for seeing all of Boston's attractions. 

What's special:  Hotel 140 is well-known among savvy travelers who seek bargain rates in a top location - so if you want to stay here, you should make reservations as far in advance of your arrival date as possible, as the hotel is often completely booked.  

What do you give up in return for cheap rates?  Space and amenities.  Rooms and bathrooms are small, and don't expect to find fancy shampoos.  But Hotel 140's cool ambiance appeals to travelers seeking savings and indie style, and you can't beat the location!

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Inn at St. Botolph 

99 Saint Botolph Street

This upscale boutique hotel with luxury touches and cool black and white decor is another of Boston's hidden gems. 

Although the St. Botolph is only 1 block away from glitzy Prudential Center and the hustle and bustle of busy Huntington Ave, it's on a quiet, charming residential street complete with little corner shops near the South End.  I used to work nearby and frequently enjoyed a lunch-time stroll down this quiet tree-lined street.

The St. Botolph is the perfect place to stay if you want to experience a bit of "real" Boston neighborhood life, but still have easy access to city attractions.  You can even walk to Fenway Park!

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John Hancock Hotel and Conference Center 

40 Trinity Place

This small 1925 Back Bay Boston hotel near Copley Square and the John Hancock Tower is tucked away on a dead-end street in an excellent location near Trinity Church. 

Why stay here:  The John Hancock Hotel is owned by the insurance company of the same name, and is one of the two best bargain hotels in Back Bay (the other is Hotel 140).  You're not going to find designer linens here, and the bathrooms are a bit small - but if you'd rather save a few dollars on accommodations in order to spend your travel money on a meal in a great restaurant, tickets to a Red Sox game, or some designer shopping along nearby Newbury Street, you'll be pleased by this bargain hotel. 

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Lenox Hotel

61 Exeter Street (Corner of Boylston Street)

With a perfect location between Copley Square and Prudential Center, the luxury boutique Lenox Hotel is one of Boston's most revered Back Bay hotels.   

Service here is top-notch - staying here is like being a guest in the private home of a very, very rich friend.  Some rooms have the greatest luxury of all: real fireplaces.

Your pet will also be pampered here.

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Mandarin Oriental Boston 

776 Boylston Street

This new luxury 5-star hotel offers spacious rooms and every convenience in the heart of Back Bay.  It also boasts one of the best spas in town, and several top on-site restaurants.

What you'll love:  Everything - so I'll list just 3: incredible service, total comfort, and the best spa in the city.  Try the experience shower and vitality pool.  You'll want to never leave! 

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Midtown Hotel

220 Huntington Ave

This affordable Back Bay hotel near the southwestern corner of Back Bay is convenient to Northeastern University as well as Back Bay's Christian Science Center, Prudential Center, Symphony Hall, and Jordan Hall. 

What's special here:  Although rates are usually higher than Hotel 140 and the John Hancock Hotel, the Midtown still represents a bargain in this pricey part of the city.  The hotel's outdoor pool is a big hit with kids.  And if a mid-century aesthetic appeals to you, the Midtown is the "real" thing - a former 1950s motel now surrounded by sleek high-rises.

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Sheraton Boston Hotel

39 Dalton Street

With 1,215 rooms and suites, the Sheraton Hotel Boston is the city's biggest hotel, and also boasts one of the largest indoor swimming pools. 

What's special:  If you're attending an event at the Hynes Convention Center, you'll love the direct access.  The Sheraton is the ultimate conference hotel - big, comfortable, and with excellent service.  

The Sheraton Boston Hotel is also a terrific spot for a mid-winter "staycation," especially if swimming and shopping are on your agenda.  The hotel offers direct access to Prudential Center's splendid shopping plaza, which in turn has direct access through a skywalk to Copley Place.  If the weather turns frigid, you can shop until you drop without venturing outside.  But if you do, you'll find the designer boutiques on Newbury Street just a block away. 

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Taj Hotel Boston 

15 Newbury Street

Located on designer boutique-lined Newbury Street and overlooking Boston's beautiful Public Garden, the Taj occupies what has been long considered a premier Boston address.  With fireplaces in some rooms, top service, and even a warm welcome for your pet (if 20 pound or under), the Taj will be the perfect spot for your Boston visit. 

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Westin Copley Place 

10 Huntington Avenue

This large, glamorous hotel across from Copley Plaza is a favorite Back Bay Boston hotel due to its terrific location for sightseeing, shopping, and enjoying this beautiful Victorian neighborhood.  

The pet-friendly hotel also has a nice indoor swimming pool.

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Back Bay Inns, and Bed and Breakfasts

 

463 Beacon Street Guest House   

463 Beacon Street 

The Guest House offers rooms in a brownstone in a very nice, mostly residential part of Back Bay.  Additionally, furnished apartments in the nearby Back Bay and Fenway neighborhoods available for short-term rental.  

 

 

College Club of Boston 

44 Commonwealth Ave

College Club of Boston is a beautiful brownstone near the Public Garden is home to a private club and offers 11 guestrooms, available to members and non-members.

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Newbury Guest House 

261 Newbury Street

Created from 3 adjacent brownstone townhouses built in the early 1900s, this comfortable B&B's location in a relatively quiet section of Newbury Street is close to everything in Back Bay and also is only about a 10-minute walk to Fenway Park.  Rates are usually attractive - but with only 32 rooms, Newbury Guest House books up fast.

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Back Bay Furnished Studios and Apartments (Daily & Weekly)

 

Commonwealth Court Guest House  

Address:  284 Commonwealth Avenue #A1

Terrific location in a beautiful brownstone looking out onto Commonwealth Mall.  Rooms are on the small side (true for many Boston hotel rooms) and no frills, but have small kitchenette areas.  You get a chance to stay in one of the best areas of the city at typically very attractive rates.  Easy walk to Fenway Park and Newbury St shopping.

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Copley House Hotel  

239 West Newton Street  (and nearby locations)

These furnished studio and 1-bedroom apartments with kitchens on the southern edge of Back Bay offer an interesting alternative to Back Bay Boston hotels. 

Short term rentals in Boston can be hard to find - and these are in a great location.  The catch?  Reservations here can be hard to get, so you should book as early as possible.

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