Hotel Aka Back Bay

4 stars
154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116, United States
Boston, MA
8.9
Very good
based on 2485 reviews
2,485 reviews
Tue 23/12
-
Wed 24/12
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
C$ 300
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 300
Double room
C$ 340
Queen room
C$ 369
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Overview

Nestled in the heart of Back Bay, Loews Boston Hotel is a refined, pet-friendly luxury hotel located in a building that once housed the Boston Police Headquarters. The hotel boasts 225 smoke-free guestrooms featuring flat-screen TVs, workspaces, premium bedding, and free Wi-Fi. In-room comforts include air-conditioning, bathrobe, blackout drapes/curtains and coffee/team making facilities. Upgraded suites provided added living spaces, including a dining area and kitchen.

Dining options at the hotel include a modern bistro that serves New England dishes. The hotel also features a lobby lounge and a bar where guests can relax and unwind with a glass of wine or cocktails. Visitors can also take advantage of in-room dining, which is available from 6:00 a.m. to shortly before midnight.

A suitable pick for social events, the hotel houses six dedicated meeting rooms, capable of accommodating up to 100 guests. The rooms also come with advanced A/V services and a creative catering menu that can be tailored towards different events. Other hotel amenities include on-site car rentals, valet parking, and a 24-7 fitness center, equipped with state of the art gym equipment.

Loews Boston Hotel is a popular choice with couples and business travelers. It's situated close to many of the neighborhood’s landmarks and shopping destinations. It’s a ten-minute walk from Boston Common Park and an eight-minute walk from the Arlington T subway station It’s also situated close to several prestigious institutions, including Harvard, Boston College, Tufts Medical School, and Boston University. This hotel is also within a 12-minute drive from Boston Logan International Airport.

Latest deals for Hotel Aka Back Bay

Tue 23/12
Wed 24/12
Standard Room
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 300
nightly with fees
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C$ 308
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C$ 314
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C$ 318
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Superior Room
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C$ 866
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C$ 1,046
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No inclusions
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C$ 1,046
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Deluxe room
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C$ 577
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C$ 633
nightly with fees
No inclusions
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C$ 1,122
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C$ 1,154
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Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 340
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 426
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 426
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 double beds
C$ 427
nightly with fees
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 404
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No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 457
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 476
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 536
nightly with fees
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 369
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 374
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 503
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 585
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Hotel Aka Back Bay

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car rental
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Kitchen

  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchenette

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals
  • Baby safety gates

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit

Laundry

  • Laundry service

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Hotel Aka Back Bay

8.9
Very good
2485 verified ratings
Wonderful
1592
Very good
461
Good
232
Okay
89
Fair
63
Mediocre
22
Poor
26

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, stylish and spacious rooms, and exceptional cleanliness. However, there were complaints about the service, particularly regarding staff attitude and responsiveness. Some guests also found the bed comfort lacking and noted issues with amenities such as air conditioning and bathroom facilities.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort3.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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2.0
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Roopkiranjot, May 2021
Pros (+) Poor customer service
Cons (-) Better customer service
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2017
Pros (+) Quiet for the location
10
Wonderful
Michael, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Very close to 2 T lines,within 5 mins walk (green-Arlington and orange-Back Bay). Also lots of shops and restaurants are only a couple of minutes walk away as well.Hotel is really nice and value for m...
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Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) Back bay location is perfect Coffee in lobby and Lobby in general Room furnishings Bathroom
Cons (-) Valet parking very slow

Location

154 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA 02116

What's nearby

  • Back Bay203 m
  • Copley Square323 m
  • Boston Public Library0.5 km
  • Newbury Street0.8 km
  • Boston Common0.9 km
  • John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center1 km
  • Boston Massacre Site1.6 km
  • Northeastern University1.7 km
  • Boston Children's Museum1.9 km
  • Fenway Park2.1 km
  • Museum of Fine Arts2.1 km
  • TD Garden2.1 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

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February
May
C$ 528
C$ 716
Cheapest month to stay with an average 33% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Aka Back Bay

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Aka Back Bay, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Aka Back Bay, plan to stay on a Thursday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Aka Back Bay was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 306, while the most expensive was C$ 306.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Aka Back Bay? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Aka Back Bay

  • Where is Hotel Aka Back Bay located?

    Hotel Aka Back Bay is located at 154 Berkeley Street in Back Bay, 1.7 km from the centre of Boston. Back Bay is the closest landmark to Hotel Aka Back Bay.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Aka Back Bay?

    Check-in time is 4:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Hotel Aka Back Bay.

  • Does Hotel Aka Back Bay offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Aka Back Bay offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Aka Back Bay from the airport?

    Hotel Aka Back Bay is 5.6 km from Boston Logan Intl. Hotel Aka Back Bay is 19.4 km from Norwood Memorial.

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    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Aka Back Bay in Boston and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Aka Back Bay and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Aka Back Bay.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.0
1.7 km
Boston Logan Intl
5.6 km

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