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Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near Copley Square

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In the heart of Back Bay, Hotel AKA Back Bay offers upscale comfort with a touch of elegance. Enjoy a meal at The Berkeley bistro, unwind by the lobby fireplace, or take in the sights from the charming terrace. With free in-room WiFi and helpful staff nearby to assist you.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Why we love this property

Beaux Arts elegance
Marvel at the Beaux Arts designs adorning this luxury hotel in the city center. Historic charm meets urban sophistication in this architectural gem.
Dreamy sleep comfort
Slide into plush bathrobes after sinking into pillowtop mattresses with Egyptian cotton sheets. Hypo-allergenic bedding ensures rejuvenating rest.

Room options

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Platinum) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 2 Double Beds (Platinum)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Signature Suite | Living area | 46-inch TV with satellite channels, iPod dock, pay movies

Signature Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Platinum)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed (Platinum)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Platinum)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed (Platinum)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Platinum)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Platinum)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Penthouse (Suite)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Penthouse (Suite)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 88 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA, 02116

What's nearby

  • Newbury Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Copley Place - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Copley Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Boston Common - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Northeastern University - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 17 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 20 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 34 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 37 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 39 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 40 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 72 min drive
  • Back Bay Station - 6 min walk
  • South Station - 20 min walk
  • Boston Ruggles Station - 26 min walk
  • Arlington Station - 5 min walk
  • Copley Station - 7 min walk
  • Boylston Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Club Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grill 23 & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Friendly Toast - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tatte - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Newbury Street and Copley Square. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Berkeley, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Boston Common and Copley Place. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and restaurant. Public transportation is just a short walk: Arlington Station is 5 minutes and Copley Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 225 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Covered onsite valet parking (USD 68 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Use of nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center (3197 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1925
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 46-inch TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

The Berkeley - This bistro serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 40.76 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Fitness center access
    • Phone calls (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 50.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 65 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs USD 68 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
State tax ID - C0014330351

Also known as

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Boston Loews Hotel
Hotel Loews Boston
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Back Bay Hotel
Jurys Boston Hotel
Jurys Hotel Boston
Loews Boston Hotel
Hotel AKA Back Bay Hotel
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Hotel AKA Back Bay Hotel Boston

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel AKA Back Bay offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel AKA Back Bay does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 65 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 68 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (9-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel AKA Back Bay and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and sailing. Hotel AKA Back Bay also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Berkeley.

What's the area around Hotel AKA Back Bay like?

Hotel AKA Back Bay is in Back Bay, a short 5-minute walk from Arlington Station and 6 minutes' walk from Copley Square. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

Hotel AKA Back Bay Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and very comfortable
Gary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location great service
albert, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel near Boston Commons

Nice hotel near Boston Commons
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room,the staff was very kind
Ms Livnat, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, large rooms with plenty of natural light. Very clean. Had a terrific stay.
Michelle, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Conveniently located and walking distance to shops and good dining
Architecture
Train stop
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Lobster Roll
marie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

love the location and the location.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional, polite, helpful, friendly, clean, safe! Made my birthday a special day! Great location.
Patricia, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in a great location.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend

Excellent location with easy walking to Newbury Street, Prudential and Copley Center, and restaurants
Dawn, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A+ stay at aka Back Bay. This hotel was extremely clean and our room was well appointed. Conveniently located near public transportation and easily walkable to shopping and eating establishments. Would recommend this location to others and would stay here again.
Erin, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very prompt and courteous. We had a few special needs and they were right on top of everything. Lots of tips on where to go and what to see, we had a great time here.
Kelly, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great accommodations! Would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
Jacqueline, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this hotel, great location and great staff
Agustina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything
Ed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
heather, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome stay
Lynne, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and awesome staff!
Cynthia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location. Friendly staff. Met needs
Ebrahim, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Really nice, but very loud
DAVID, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was so friendly and helped me with my service animal. They immediately offered a bed and a ball for him, and made both of us feel right at home.
Erin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with everything you need in a walking distance.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location!!! Staff was very friendly!!
Melissa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room, terrific location and friendly staff. It was a great launching pad to see Boston!
Angela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with a large room in a Great location. Loved the access to a top-quality gym.
cherise, 1-night trip