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.
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
FiRE+iCE Interactive Grill & Bar - 2 min walk
The Friendly Toast - 2 min walk
Flour Bakery + Cafe - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Hotel AKA Back Bay offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Newbury Street and Copley Square. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness centre 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 short 10-minute walk of Copley Place and Boston Marathon Finish Line. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and restaurant. Public transportation is only 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
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 cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (up to 34 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking
Covered on-site valet parking (USD 68 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Local/corner shop
What to do
Use of nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Sailing nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting rooms
Conference centre (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 reception
24-hour fitness centre
Banquet hall
Beaux Arts architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
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
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 40.75 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Fitness centre 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. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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
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 that you 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 34 kg 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 on-site 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 such as cycling and sailing. Hotel AKA Back Bay also has a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel AKA Back Bay?
Yes, there's an on-site 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. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.
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Hotel AKA Back Bay Reviews
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9.4/10
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9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2025
Great location, great accommodations! Would definitely recommend and would stay here again!
Jacqueline
Jacqueline, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2025
Loved staying here.
julia
julia, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug 2025
Super friendly and helpful staff
Jubeen
Jubeen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2025
Great stay
Great hotel with all amenities. Perfect location for hitting all the Boston attractions we were looking for. Would stay again for sure.
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2025
Nice hotel, well located
anna
anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 June 2025
Great location and staff.
Kelsey
Kelsey, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Brilliant hotel great staff and perfect location
George
George, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Aug 2025
very accomodating and helpful
Verified traveller
5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 June 2025
Awesome hotel and great service. I enjoyed every bit of my stay there
Inelefo
Inelefo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2025
Great location and staff
Gabriel
Gabriel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Apr 2025
Great stay!
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Aug 2025
Great location!!! Staff was very friendly!!
Melissa
Melissa, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2025
Great hotel, stayed there twice now awesome condition & luxury.
G
G, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Apr 2025
Excellent stay
Amy
Amy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2025
Everything about AKA was great! Wish we could have stayed longer to enjoy the Spa and Gym!
cynthia
cynthia, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 July 2025
Great hotel
Amazing staff and wonderful hotel. Great location, super clean. Staff gave great recommendations and even accommodated early check in for us. Would stay again 100%
Natasha
Natasha, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2025
Great hospitality!
Periya
Periya, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
Very clean & perfect area to stay for the Boston Marathon.
JAIME
JAIME, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2025
Great experience, excellent service, would highly recommend! Very good location for visiting
Anastasia
Anastasia, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2025
Loved that we could walk anywhere in the city from the hotel.
Lisa
Lisa, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 June 2025
Small hotel with easy access in a good location. Friendly staff.
Jeff
Jeff, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2025
Hotel staff went above and beyond!
Emanuel
Emanuel, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2025
Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel in Boston close to Copley Square. Fabulous customer service, clean and nicely appointed hotel with large restaurant / bar and rooomservice.
cynthia
cynthia, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2025
Very friendly and helpful staff
Debbie
Debbie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
We really enjoyed our stay! The hotel was clean, safe and the restaurant/bar area was very nice! Food was tasty!