What is Back Bay like?

Back Bay is a vibrant neighborhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Back Bay? Consider a visit to Copley Square while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Back Bay?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, The Lenox Hotel Boston is the highest ranked property in Back Bay. This 4.5-star hotel offers 3 restaurants and a 24-hour fitness center. It is located a short 5-minute walk from Copley Square. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston and The Eliot Hotel .

Which popular hotels in Back Bay are known for their enhanced cleaning measures?

Copley House is a 3-star guest house offering property cleaning with disinfectant, linens washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F, and contactless check-in. And for a luxury stay, consider The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel , a 4-star hotel that also provides enhanced cleaning. For more choices, browse all properties in Back Bay with enhanced sanitizing measures.

How many hotels will I find in the Back Bay area?

Expedia has 155 hotels and other accommodations in Back Bay to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Boston area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Back Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Back Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Back Bay?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Back Bay, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What can I see and do in this Boston neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Back Bay? Consider Newbury Street, The Shops at Prudential Center, and Copley Place. You could also plan a visit to Copley Square or Commonwealth Avenue Mall while you're in the neighborhood. Favorite places to visit in the surrounding area include Fenway Park, TD Garden, and Boston Common. While you're out sightseeing, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and New England Aquarium are a couple of additional sights to visit in Boston.

How can I get around Back Bay and the greater Boston area?

If you want to see more of the city, Copley Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Prudential Station and Hynes Convention Center Station.

Top Back Bay Hotels from $144

15 Arlington St, Boston, MA, 02116

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$539

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Jan 1 - Jan 2

4.7/5 Exceptional! (85 reviews)

"Excellent hotel in a beautiful area. Staff are very, very friendly,and the Street Bar and Contessa are great dining options."

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2022

776 Boylston St, Boston, MA, 02199

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$695

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Dec 9 - Dec 10

4.6/5 Exceptional! (231 reviews)

"The service at the mandarin is unlike any other hotel. The location is great and walkable to the Boston common, newbury street or the prudential center. I went to the spa and it was smaller but still very lovely."

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2022

Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston

One Dalton Street, Boston, MA, 02115

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$725

per night

Dec 18 - Dec 19

4.7/5 Exceptional! (147 reviews)

"Superb hotel with superb staff and facilities. Just wish Boston could clean up and landscape the maze of unsightly streets and sidewalks around these hotels. Aside from the church facilities, the terrain is bleak. But once inside, the hotel is wonderful. Thanks to the team."

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2022

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50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street, Boston, MA, 02116

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$144

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Dec 23 - Dec 24

4.2/5 Very Good! (2,668 reviews)

"Property was was in great location walking distance to many restaurants and shops. Property was clean and staff was friendly."

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2022

Garrison Street, Boston, MA, 02116

4.5/5 Wonderful! (4 reviews)

Ok, but...

"Apartment and location is adequate and staff at front desk was very helpful. Having said that, I was charged a $200 cleaning fee for my five night stay -the apartment wasn’t cleaned once. Had I known about the ‘cleaning’ fee, I would have opted to stay in a regular hotel."

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2019

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Boston, MA

4.8/5 Exceptional! (8 reviews)

"We liked the location very much. The staff on the property were very nice and welcoming. There were a few concerns with apartment itself which would hinder giving the apartment itself an excellant rating. We gave the apartment management our input and hope they will address concerns."

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2019

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Garrison Street, Boston, MA, 02116

3/5 (3 reviews)

Watch the hidden fees!

"Don’t book for face values. Look for the hidden fees! Read addition cost."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2019

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Garrison Street, Boston, MA, 02116

3.9/5 Good! (9 reviews)

"The windows looked out into the alley and the mechanical equipment was on the roof right outside our unit... very big equipment. We thought our unit was overlooking quaint Newbury street"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2019

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Garrison Street, Boston, MA, 02116

4.2/5 Very Good! (6 reviews)

"Great location, friendly staff at the concierge desk"

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2019

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138 Saint James Ave, Boston, MA, 02116

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$305

per night

Dec 18 - Dec 19

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

"Lovely hotel and perfect location"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2022

Garrison Street, Boston, MA, 02116

4.5/5 Wonderful! (11 reviews)

"The tub needed ADA handrails. That’s the only complaint I have."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2019

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99 Saint Botolph St, Boston, MA, 02116

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$209

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Dec 4 - Dec 5

4.4/5 Wonderful! (348 reviews)

"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Great location."

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2022

44 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116-3104

$219

per night

Dec 2 - Dec 3

4.6/5 Wonderful! (837 reviews)

"Great location, history and charming rooms"

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2022

Garrison Street, Boston, MA, 02116

4.8/5 Exceptional! (12 reviews)

Nice but noisy

"The unit was very nice but the neighboring unit was noisy a lot of footsteps and loud music"

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2019

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284 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, 02115

$172

per night

Dec 22 - Dec 23

4.8/5 Exceptional! (662 reviews)

"The neighborhood was wonderful. The property was clean and well kept. The bed was very comfortable. The only drawbacks were the room was very small - would be great for a single traveler."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2022

30 Garrison Street, Boston, MA, 02116

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239 W Newton St, Boston, MA, 02116

4/5 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

"Having a kitchen"

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2022

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61 Exeter Street, Boston, MA, 02116

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$195

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Dec 23 - Dec 24

4.8/5 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)

"Wonderful staff!"

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022

120 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116

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$219

per night

Dec 2 - Dec 3

4.4/5 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

"A good area in front of the mall, and clean inside the hotel"

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2022

220 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 2115

3.7/5 Good! (1,000 reviews)

Great People, Good Hotel

"Great location, easy access to everything Boston. Not fancy but does the trick. People were fantastic, parking easy, cheap parking fee compared to others downtown. U need on sight parking in Boston, no street parking anywhere over night. Great deal over all"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2020

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