The 65-room, mid-range Hotel 140 is one of the most affordable hotels in Boston's central Back Bay neighborhood. It is set in a handsome 1920s building, and a 2016 renovation has modernized once austere decor, while maintaining plenty of the original period feel. Rooms all come with free Wi-Fi and premium cable, though they can be prone to noise. There's not much on-site besides the rooms, though the hotel does share the building with a decent Italian eatery. The only hotel in the area that's much cheaper is the Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center next door, but it's a budget hotel and much more dated. The Boston Park Plaza and Sheraton Boston Hotel have similar rates and far more features, but the massive size of those properties won't appeal to everyone.
The 65-room, mid-range Hotel 140 is one of the most affordable hotels in Boston's central Back Bay neighborhood. It is set in a handsome 1920s building, and a 2016 renovation has modernized once austere decor, while maintaining plenty of the original period feel. Rooms all come with free Wi-Fi and premium cable, though they can be prone to noise. There's not much on-site besides the rooms, though the hotel does share the building with a decent Italian eatery. The only hotel in the area that's much cheaper is the Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center next door, but it's a budget hotel and much more dated. The Boston Park Plaza and Sheraton Boston Hotel have similar rates and far more features, but the massive size of those properties won't appeal to everyone.
The 148-room Mandarin Oriental in Back Bay offers some of Boston's most luxurious standard rooms, plus a 16,000-square-foot spa and extraordinary service. It has no pool; and the views aren't as grand as those at the high-end properties on Copley Square. But it's as special as any hotel in Boston -- and a clear winner if you prefer contemporary to traditional decor and ambience.
The 148-room Mandarin Oriental in Back Bay offers some of Boston's most luxurious standard rooms, plus a 16,000-square-foot spa and extraordinary service. It has no pool; and the views aren't as grand as those at the high-end properties on Copley Square. But it's as special as any hotel in Boston -- and a clear winner if you prefer contemporary to traditional decor and ambience.
This historic 143-room hotel in Back Bay features cutely decorated (if tiny) rooms, a fun martini bar, free Wi-Fi, and free wine and coffee in the cozy lobby. The fitness center is small and the restaurant doesn't serve lunch unless requested for a private function. Low prices make it a solid value choice, however, especially for the central Copley Square location.
This historic 143-room hotel in Back Bay features cutely decorated (if tiny) rooms, a fun martini bar, free Wi-Fi, and free wine and coffee in the cozy lobby. The fitness center is small and the restaurant doesn't serve lunch unless requested for a private function. Low prices make it a solid value choice, however, especially for the central Copley Square location.
Just steps from from charming Newbury Street, this classy and historic boutique hotel housed in an elegant Neo-Georgian corner building offers mostly huge suites with (smallish) marble bathroom and an excellent Japanese restaurant overseen by a James Beard Award-winning chef. Guests here enjoy other nice extras as well, like free welcome chocolate cookies and nightly turndowns. Though the Eliot offers free passes to an around-the-corner Boston Sports Club -- a nicer gym option than competitor Fifteen Beacon's -- it can't beat Fifteen Beacon's long list of luxury amenities, including in-room gas fireplaces and free Lexus hotel car service. But you can stay at the Eliot for considerably less -- and the tradeoff may be worth it.
Just steps from from charming Newbury Street, this classy and historic boutique hotel housed in an elegant Neo-Georgian corner building offers mostly huge suites with (smallish) marble bathroom and an excellent Japanese restaurant overseen by a James Beard Award-winning chef. Guests here enjoy other nice extras as well, like free welcome chocolate cookies and nightly turndowns. Though the Eliot offers free passes to an around-the-corner Boston Sports Club -- a nicer gym option than competitor Fifteen Beacon's -- it can't beat Fifteen Beacon's long list of luxury amenities, including in-room gas fireplaces and free Lexus hotel car service. But you can stay at the Eliot for considerably less -- and the tradeoff may be worth it.
With 116 rooms, The Hotel Boston Buckminster is a mid-size, two-and-a-half-pearl property in an ideal spot in the heart of Kenmore Square -- close to Fenway Park, Boston University, and the House of Blues. Its retro character might appeal to history buffs or sports fans, but the shabby furniture and outdated amenities may be otherwise off-putting to guests expecting a modern hotel. Standard Rooms are particularly run down, but the suites were formerly college apartments and are in significantly better condition (some have full-size fridges and spacious living rooms) -- so it might be worth requesting an upgrade. If not, the similarly priced Verb Hotel is just as close to Fenway Park and has free breakfast and a trendier feel.
With 116 rooms, The Hotel Boston Buckminster is a mid-size, two-and-a-half-pearl property in an ideal spot in the heart of Kenmore Square -- close to Fenway Park, Boston University, and the House of Blues. Its retro character might appeal to history buffs or sports fans, but the shabby furniture and outdated amenities may be otherwise off-putting to guests expecting a modern hotel. Standard Rooms are particularly run down, but the suites were formerly college apartments and are in significantly better condition (some have full-size fridges and spacious living rooms) -- so it might be worth requesting an upgrade. If not, the similarly priced Verb Hotel is just as close to Fenway Park and has free breakfast and a trendier feel.
This compact but stylish mid-range boutique hotel is one of the best values in Back Bay. It's conveniently located across the street from the Copley T station, the Boston Public Library, and the Boston Marathon finish line, and just down the street from Copley Square. The 40 rooms are small but clean, modern, and utilitarian in an IKEA-eque fashion. Amenities are few -- just free Wi-Fi and a free continental breakfast -- but the trendy lounge and outdoor patio contribute to a lively atmosphere. Only the nearby (and no-frills) Hotel 140 offers comparable rates in the neighborhood, but most travelers prefer this hotel.
This compact but stylish mid-range boutique hotel is one of the best values in Back Bay. It's conveniently located across the street from the Copley T station, the Boston Public Library, and the Boston Marathon finish line, and just down the street from Copley Square. The 40 rooms are small but clean, modern, and utilitarian in an IKEA-eque fashion. Amenities are few -- just free Wi-Fi and a free continental breakfast -- but the trendy lounge and outdoor patio contribute to a lively atmosphere. Only the nearby (and no-frills) Hotel 140 offers comparable rates in the neighborhood, but most travelers prefer this hotel.
Built in 1927, this huge, historic hotel has a grand lobby and a central location near the Boston Common, but its rooms are a bit older and cramped, and its restaurants and amenities are unremarkable. Though it's a fair price for the location, you can get more for your money elsewhere.
Built in 1927, this huge, historic hotel has a grand lobby and a central location near the Boston Common, but its rooms are a bit older and cramped, and its restaurants and amenities are unremarkable. Though it's a fair price for the location, you can get more for your money elsewhere.
Gryphon House is a three-and-a-half pearl bed-and-breakfast near Kenmore Square, in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. It has eight spacious guest rooms, some of which overlook the Charles River. It’s a quaint little place with old-fashioned charm, and a free continental breakfast. Be aware that there are four floors, and no elevator. Several major attractions are within a 10-minute walk from the property, including Fenway Park, the Skywalk Observatory, and Newbury Street. Travelers who like the neighborhood might want to also consider the nearby Hotel Commonwealth, which offers more services and amenities, though it's far larger and less intimate.
Gryphon House is a three-and-a-half pearl bed-and-breakfast near Kenmore Square, in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay. It has eight spacious guest rooms, some of which overlook the Charles River. It’s a quaint little place with old-fashioned charm, and a free continental breakfast. Be aware that there are four floors, and no elevator. Several major attractions are within a 10-minute walk from the property, including Fenway Park, the Skywalk Observatory, and Newbury Street. Travelers who like the neighborhood might want to also consider the nearby Hotel Commonwealth, which offers more services and amenities, though it's far larger and less intimate.
The budget Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center -- within a five-minute walk of the T at Back Bay and Copley Square, and within a 10-minute walk to the Boston Common, the Hynes Convention Center, and Newbury Street -- is one of the lowest-priced hotel options in Boston's historic Back Bay. Its public areas are traditional with chandeliers and seating areas, and its conference center can accommodate up to 500 people. But this no-frills hotel with no lounge, restaurant, or breakfast service looks dowdy, and its 64 rooms are small and dated, with worn carpeting. Many past guests have complained about subpar housekeeping and maintenance. As an alternative, budget travelers could check out with the Milner Hotel in the Theater District, which has comparable rates and better rooms.
The budget Boston Common Hotel and Conference Center -- within a five-minute walk of the T at Back Bay and Copley Square, and within a 10-minute walk to the Boston Common, the Hynes Convention Center, and Newbury Street -- is one of the lowest-priced hotel options in Boston's historic Back Bay. Its public areas are traditional with chandeliers and seating areas, and its conference center can accommodate up to 500 people. But this no-frills hotel with no lounge, restaurant, or breakfast service looks dowdy, and its 64 rooms are small and dated, with worn carpeting. Many past guests have complained about subpar housekeeping and maintenance. As an alternative, budget travelers could check out with the Milner Hotel in the Theater District, which has comparable rates and better rooms.
Situated in a charming red-brick brownstone, the Inn at St. Botolph is a mid-range, 16-room boutique hotel with chic, apartment-style suites featuring fully equipped kitchens. The building is located on a quiet, quintessential Boston street, yet it's astoundingly close to local attractions in the Back Bay area and just a two-minute walk to Prudential Center. There are few extra property features, but the hotel does have a small lounge that serves a limited free breakfast, a tiny fitness area, a washer and dryer, and free Wi-Fi. The biggest complaint about the property is thin walls, which can make it easy to hear neighbors. For guests looking for rooms with kitchens, this property is hard to beat, but for those who just want a boutiquey, neighborhood feel, the cheaper Newbury Guest House is a good choice.
Situated in a charming red-brick brownstone, the Inn at St. Botolph is a mid-range, 16-room boutique hotel with chic, apartment-style suites featuring fully equipped kitchens. The building is located on a quiet, quintessential Boston street, yet it's astoundingly close to local attractions in the Back Bay area and just a two-minute walk to Prudential Center. There are few extra property features, but the hotel does have a small lounge that serves a limited free breakfast, a tiny fitness area, a washer and dryer, and free Wi-Fi. The biggest complaint about the property is thin walls, which can make it easy to hear neighbors. For guests looking for rooms with kitchens, this property is hard to beat, but for those who just want a boutiquey, neighborhood feel, the cheaper Newbury Guest House is a good choice.