Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotels
9 (1336 reviews)
154 Berkeley Street , Boston , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great central location
Outstanding service
Attentive and friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Valet service slow
Rooms could be updated
Some amenities not up to standard

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
Generally clean; noted friendly staff. Some comments about the valet service.
Service
9.8
Outstanding service mentioned in multiple reviews, particularly from staff.
Location
9.34
Great central location in Boston; highly rated by multiple guests.
Room Quality
8.29
Rooms were comfortable but mentioned as somewhat dated.
Amenities
8.82
Gym and Equinox passes are a bonus despite some concerns regarding the gym.
Value for Money
8.78
Overall perceived as good value, though some felt it was overpriced.
Food and Beverage
8.83
Restaurant experience noted as excellent; enjoyed by guests.
Overall Experience
9.3
Overall a very positive experience with many guests eager to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 02:01

Property Description

Historic Back Bay District Hotel:
Experience the charm of staying in a historic building that was once the headquarters of the Boston Police Department.

Modern Amenities and Comfort:
Enjoy a comfortable stay in the modern and stylish rooms featuring a 46-inch flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, and a work desk. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel for your convenience.

Convenient Facilities for Guests:
Take advantage of the on-site grill, lobby lounge, fitness centre, and business centre, all designed to enhance your stay. Explore nearby attractions like Copley Square and Boston Common, just a short walk away.

Ready to immerse yourself in history and luxury? Book your stay at Hotel AKA Back Bay now!

Important information:

Guest amenity fee $35 plus tax per night includes:
$15 dining credit redeemable at hotel restaurant or in-room dining.
Access to Equinox Fitness Club with Signature Classes, Dartmouth Street.
24-hour access Newly Renovated Technogym.
24-hour access to our business center.
Wireless internet access throughout guest rooms and public spaces.
Domestic phone calls.
Printing and faxing.
Package handling and receiving.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BOS

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 68 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 1336 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.29
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.83
Overall Experience: 9.3
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276angadd Couples
10
Great place to stay in Back bay
Pros:

Great staff. Great stay. Would recommend to friends and family anytime visiting Boston. Thank you!

2026-03-07 via Tripadvisor
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Ellie family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Super nice staff, rooms were clean and as described, fantastic area

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple us
7
Overall great value and location
Pros:

The location of this hotel was great. Near shops and grocery stores.

Cons:

The hallways smelt like weed and the showers were not clean and smelt.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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A2913UHcarlp Business
10
Business
Pros:

Hotel staff was warm and welcoming and Christopher was always there to meet your needs.

2026-03-04 via Tripadvisor
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Yury Maximov couple ru
7
Если бы были в теплое время, то довольно не плохое место
Pros:

Несравненно отличное расположение гостиницы! Наполнение номера различными предметами. Особенно приятно было иметь в номере свою кофейную машину

Cons:

Минусов было гораздо больше. Но особенно хотелось отменить то, что окна не закрывались до конца, а на улице была минусовая температура. Закладывали окна как могли, но из окон все равно дуло и в номере было довольно холодно. Также в туалете было очень холодно и нам приходилось оставлять туда открытую дверь, чтобы хоть немного стало теплее

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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dirklH1126LY Couples
10
Great place to stay for the Beanpot
Pros:

My wife and I needed a place close to TD stadium picked Back Bay and found a perfect Boston hotel fantastic service and people with a shoutout to the Valet and his team reasonably priced quiet clean and extremely comfortable

2026-03-02 via Tripadvisor
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Marcelo family_with_children ar
9
Perfecto! sin dudas.
Pros:

La ubicación es perfecta, en el mejor barrio

Cons:

Nada

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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lindabF7048RP Family
10
Lovely staff at AKA
Pros:

The hotel was lovely. Very clean and the staff very accommodating. Christopher Che took very good care of our luggage while we toured around Boston. He’s a very kind gentleman.

2026-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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brookebZ6957OU Family
10
Highly recommend!
Pros:

We had a great time at Hotel AKA! It was clean and everyone was so helpful and kind. Christopher Che helped with our bags and the doors and was always cheerful and happy to help. Thank you for a great stay!

2026-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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gabriellebG2847ON Family
10
Great rooms and great people!
Pros:

Christopher Che was so accommodating!!

2026-02-28 via Tripadvisor
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Tingting couple cn
10
Pros:

酒店离back bay车站很近,酒店人员服务态度很好,虽然中间有一晚比较吵闹,但反馈后马上有改善。酒店房间宽敞漂亮且崭新,有提供免费的胶囊咖啡。会每日打扫房间。非常推荐入住

Cons:

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple us
8
Would think twice before rebooking.
Pros:

Modern, efficient, friendly staff and great location.

Cons:

Was very hot in the room making sleeping difficult. Windows can’t be opened and thermostat wouldn’t go below 65.

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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murrayhill Couples Tarrytown, New York
10
Great stay and location.
Pros:

First experience with this chain. Won't be the last. Loved the location and history of the building (former Boston police headquarters). Check-in was effortless. Front desk was very friendly and welcoming. Room was attractively decorated--size about what you expect for Boston. The Back Bay location meant it was easy for us to get around, either on foot or to anywhere else after a short walk to the T.
As for food and beverage, we only had cocktails--using a $100 Amex credit. Restaurant prices are on the high side, even for the area. Paying $23 for eggs and has browns doesn't cut it, and that's without coffee, tax and tip, so you're then verging on $40. That's too much. Instead, we ate breakfast at Tatte (a short walk over to Clarendon Street) and Flour Bakery (basically behind the hotel). For less than $40 you can get breakfast (and coffee) for two.
Aside from that, more than happy to return. And I suspect we will.

2026-02-24 via Tripadvisor
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symon_m2026 Business
10
10s across the board
Pros:

I’ve been travelling to AKA on a monthly basis for the last few months for business. Everytime I’m there the front desk, room service and bar staff have been nothing but fabulous. Big shout out to Ryan who has helped me a few times when I’ve been in a pinch. If you can, spend your vacation/trip in one of their platinum rooms. They are beautiful! Always looking forward to returning.

2026-02-22 via Tripadvisor
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871carynw Family
10
Lovely Hotel
Pros:

We enjoyed our stay here - especially after a long week of travel in MA staying at far lesser hotels along our trip. The hotel is clean and bright and staff is kind and went the extra mile to help us with advice for our stay. Special shoutouts to Cegar the valet who helped make our snowy and wet arrival easier and Chris Cha the bellman who made getting all of our items to our room a breeze. We’ll be back.

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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irislX2637DW Business
10
Outstanding Service & Great Location
Pros:

We had an excellent stay at Hotel AKA Back Bay. The location is perfect — right in Back Bay and within easy walking distance of many attractions in Boston. The hotel is clean, comfortable, and very well maintained.
What impressed us most was the exceptional service. An unfortunate housekeeping mistake occurred during our stay, but the team handled it with professionalism, sincerity, and efficiency. Management followed up personally, and made every effort to ensure we felt taken care of.
Their integrity and commitment to guest satisfaction truly stood out. We are very grateful for the way everything was handled and would gladly stay here again. Highly recommended!

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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E9883HSanab Family
10
Caring hotel stay away from home
Pros:

My daughter and I had a wonderful stay at AKA in Back Bay. Very accessible from everywhere. Great spacious clean rooms. Chris, the doorman was very attentive, proactively suggesting umbrellas and fetching them for us. We felt well cared for. Thank you!

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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Booladc79 Family
10
Great hotel/perfect location
Pros:

Spent a long weekend in Boston with my daughter and stayed at Hotel AKA Back Bay. We loved it! Location could not be better and we were able to walk almost everywhere. The room was large and very comfortable. We enjoyed some of the special activities offered by the hotel, including a Saturday morning yoga class, and hot chocolate in the afternoon. We would definitely stay here again when in Boston.

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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T5689EPjulief Family
10
Aka Back Bay - A Must Stay!!
Pros:

Exceptional experience. Kind staff from the valet to housekeeping. Delicious food and a front desk experience that helps the guest feel valued. We had to change our plans and leave two days earlier and even though we booked through our credit card, they were happy to give us a refund on the last two nights. Going to Boston, stay at Aka Back Bay! You'll be happy you did.

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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dao232 Couples
10
Beautiful Hotel with Exceptional Service
Pros:

Hotel AKA Backbay is very beautifully appointed and our room was very comfortable. The employees are very attentive, professional and all have cheerful dispositions!

I had a wonderful experience, and I’d especially like to recognize employees Giber Zegarra & Criss Che for their exceptional service. From the moment we arrived, Giber was professional, attentive, and genuinely cheerful. He handled everything with ease and made us feel welcome right away.
Criss was also very professional and endearing. The moment he saw our fur baby (Terrier/Yorkie), he immediately went to get him a ball and gave us a cute dog-waste bag dispenser!

What stood out most was how informative and approachable they both were—happy to answer questions and offer helpful guidance without ever seeming rushed. Both Giber & Cris were very friendly and both had amicable demeanors, which truly enhanced our stay and set a positive tone from the start.

It’s clear that great care is taken in both the design of the hotel and the level of service provided by the entire team—especially Giber and Cris, who clearly take great pride in their work.
Excellent service like this does not go unnoticed—thank you!!!!

Looking forward to our next visit!!!

2026-02-18 via Tripadvisor