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
Fire & Ice - 2 min walk
Grill 23 & Bar - 1 min walk
Life Alive - 4 min walk
Flour Bakery + Cafe - 3 min walk
About this property
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Hotel AKA Back Bay puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Copley Square and Boston Common. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Also, New England Aquarium and Fenway Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and restaurant. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Arlington Station is 5 minutes and Copley Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
225 rooms
Arranged over 10 floors
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Covered onsite valet parking (USD 68 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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
IPod docking station
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 - Onsite bistro.
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 40.75 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 window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
State tax ID - C0014330351
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
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.
Hotel AKA Back Bay Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Great stay.
I stayed in a platinum queen. Very much worth the upgrade. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the bathroom was really lovely. You are in close walking distance to everything in Back Bay and the train station.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Audrey
Audrey, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
The service was amazing and the hotel is beautiful rooms were just fantastic
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
8 Dec 2024
It was a very comfortable room and the service was great, however, the bathroom didn’t have its own heat and was a little cold. Also there was no hand soap in the bathroom.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2024
Julie
Julie, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Dec 2024
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
Kaushal
Kaushal, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
Kaushal
Kaushal, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
Excellent
AKA is always great, this is the first time I've stayed since the renovation and it was spectacular! They did a great job on the Reno and the staff is even more excellent than they were before.. Looking forward to our next stay!
Kyle
Kyle, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Hotel AKA Back Bay was all that I could have asked for. The employees were friendly and attentive, and the decor was both modern and infused with a sense of history. I would definitely return when visiting Boston.
Melissa
Melissa, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Evens
Evens, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2024
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 2024
What a great find!
From the moment we pulled in, we were greeted by a friendly staff who took care of the car, bags and easy check-in. Totally renovated hotel in a great location. Rooms are super clean with great amenities. The restaurant and bar are located on the lower level with access to outdoor seating. I will not even think about staying anywhere else in the future and would highly recommend.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Deborah
Deborah, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
Mikko
Mikko, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
3 Nov 2024
Watch out for the fees
The bed was comfortable. The air/heat unit was rather noisy. There was little room in the bathroom to put out or store personal toiletries, there were no hooks in the bathroom on which to hang wet towels or a bathrobe, the coffee machine didn’t work. Overall, it was fine for the two days I was there. Good location. Regarding the fees, there were way too many and the valet parking fee per night was outrageous.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Oct 2024
Great service
David
David, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Oct 2024
Excellent property
Excellent property, very spacious room which was recently renovated. People were very nice. Loved the location and the proximity to everything. I would come back and stay in the same hotel when I come again.
Dimple
Dimple, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
28 Oct 2024
Good location
Nice place, conveniently located for a short trip to Boston.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
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6/10 Good
26 Oct 2024
My husband and I stayed at AKA Back Bay for 3 nights from Oct 16 - Oct 19, 2024.
There were road works on the street where our room faced (Room 732) that persisted till 10 pm on all 3 days but was the worst on Fri when it continued on till 11 pm, with intermittent jack hammering!
We had activities booked for Thurs, Fri and Sat that started early each morning, which meant we had to turn in early each night before.
The road works unfortunately made our sleep quality poor on all 3 nights.
We are aware that this is an old hotel and is still undergoing renovations. Our room was supposedly a renovated room but it appears that the windows have not been - they are thin and definitely not sound-proof.
Regrettably, it wasn't a good experience for us at AKA Back Bay.
Edwina
Edwina, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Oct 2024
Francisco
Francisco, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Great hotel
Hotel was in a great location. Walking distance to several restaurants and fast food. Service was excellent. Room was spacious and comfortable. Enjoyed our two night stay at Hotel AKA Back Bay
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2024
Great hotel!
All of the staff were incredibly friendly. The room service was quickly delivered, and the food was good. The location is convenient to places you want to visit within the city. The room was well designed. There were adequate mirrors, plugs, seating. I would stay here again.