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Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Interior detail
Reception
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA, 02116
  • Place, Newbury Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Copley Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Boston Common
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds (Platinum)

Room, 2 Double Beds (Platinum)

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Signature Suite | Living area

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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

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

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

Room, 1 King Bed (Platinum)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Penthouse (Suite)

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

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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 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 duvets

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 curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Boston

A luxury stay in the heart of Boston awaits you at Hotel AKA Back Bay. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Copley Square and Boston Common. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The bistro, The Berkeley, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 3197 square feet (297 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Back Bay hotel include Northeastern University and Fenway Park.

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

  • Arlington Station - 5 min walk
  • Back Bay Station - 6 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 20 min drive

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

Beaux Arts hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 3197 square feet (297 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Hotel AKA Back Bay. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Boston hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 225 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 3197 sq ft of conference space
  • 297 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1925
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel AKA Back Bay offers 225 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Microwaves and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 68 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Berkeley

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (3,197 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1925
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 65 per accommodation, per stay
  • Weight limit: 75 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 40.76 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness centre access
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 68 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 65 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0014330351
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The tax ID number is C0014330351. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Hotel AKA Back Bay offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Yep, Hotel AKA Back Bay has covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 68 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel AKA Back Bay?

The closest beach to Hotel AKA Back Bay is Revere Beach (9.1 km).

What makes Hotel AKA Back Bay a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel AKA Back Bay.

Does Hotel AKA Back Bay serve breakfast?

Yep, breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

No, Hotel AKA Back Bay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel AKA Back Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Hotel AKA Back Bay Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 889 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1204 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Vaket decided it would be fun to hot rod my truck
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Newton

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gleanne

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Fairview

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tonis

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well located and clean hotel but very noisy (especially at night). I could hear a lot of noise from sirens and cars honking. It seems like windows need to be double or even triple paned.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lina

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel . Good location , good service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable beds and a great location. A joy to stay in!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Everything was great except that they used a powder carpet cleaner that made it difficult to breathe in the room and we needed to open the windows in order to breathe.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness
Heather was unbelievable in every way. Because of her past excellent service we returned!! She makes this hotel experience a true pleasure. Thank you Heather for your kind and gracious assistance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vlad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool property. Checkin was smooth and room was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

cherise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with a large room in a Great location. Loved the access to a top-quality gym.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison, Brier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our go-to in Boston. Super convenient, clean and modern!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela, El Dorado Hills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room - bright and light. I was upgraded to a corner king which was perfect for my husband and I. Location was great and staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location but expensive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find in Boston!

Hotel opened 3 years ago as aka so everything still new and very well maintained. Contemporary design and furnishings. Breakfast excellent. Location ideal, nice part of town. Can walk everywhere. Staff wonderful. Will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan, Tampa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facilities. Well kept. Staff is very well trained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very accomodating and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025