Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (Back Bay / Public Garden)
Outstanding staff and service (bellhop Jo, concierge, doormen)
Comfortable rooms with quality bedding and toiletries
Very good breakfast; some guests loved Contessa
Strong gym and hotel amenities
Family-friendly and welcoming service
Cons:
Relatively expensive / perceived low value for money
Mixed dining experience at Contessa (dinner disappointing for some)
Occasional unfriendly senior staff mentioned
Some rooms noted as small
One isolated review reporting very poor overall experience

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Rooms described as immaculate and very well presented; bedding and toiletries (Bamford) praised.
Service
9.4
Staff repeatedly praised — bellhop 'Jo', concierge and doormen singled out as exceptional; a few comments that senior staff were less warm.
Location
9.5
Excellent Back Bay location next to the Public Garden and near major attractions (marathon finish, walking distance to sights).
Room Quality
9.3
Bedrooms described as comfortable and spacious (Park View rooms praised) with high-quality bedding; a few notes that some rooms felt small.
Amenities
9.1
Gym rated better than most hotels and toiletries well regarded; breakfast service receives positive mentions.
Value for Money
8.2
Several guests noted the hotel is pricey ('top end of our budget', 'a little expensive', 'if you don't mind paying handsomely'), so perceived value is lower.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Mixed reports: Contessa breakfast praised and some loved the restaurant, but dinner/food quality disappointed a number of guests.
Overall Experience
9.3
Majority of reviews describe an excellent overall stay (location, staff, rooms); isolated very negative review exists but is not representative of most feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-07-03 09:04

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
The Newbury Boston offers 5-star luxury with free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Guest rooms feature elegant decor and modern amenities, with some rooms even equipped with a kitchenette for added convenience.

Dining Excellence
Indulge in a delectable dining experience at the on-site restaurant, serving a variety of American and Italian cuisine. Enjoy an à la carte breakfast daily, with special dietary options available upon request, including vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan choices.

Prime Location and Activities
Located just 700 meters from Back Bay Station, The Newbury Boston is close to the city center and popular attractions like Boston Public Garden and Boston Common. Explore the area with complimentary bikes or opt for car hire to venture further. Book now for an unforgettable stay at The Newbury Boston.

Important information:

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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
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 free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 16 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    People 17 years old and over stay for US$25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    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 at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 75 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1054 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 9.1
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 9.3
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OneWorld05 Family
10
Great Stay in Boston!
Pros:

This hotel merits its excellent rating. There are so many people to thank for this great experience, from the front desk to the hostess at the excellent bar and restaurant. But it’s the “invisible team” of housekeepers that truly make this hotel shine. So a huge thank you to Sonam who kept our room ready for an AD photo shoot!

2026-07-25 via Tripadvisor
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Culture655029 Friends getaway
10
Perfect celebration
Pros:

This was a 60th birthday. Rico took amazingly good care of us- really he was just perfect. Food and drinks were great- the coffee was outstanding.

2026-07-25 via Tripadvisor
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chardonnayb905 Couples
10
Rico is the man
Pros:

Rico, was on point all night. From drinks to apps to entrees. The service was excellent.

2026-07-23 via Tripadvisor
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Angela family_with_children us
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Rolf family_with_children no
7
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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rtdm2022 Solo travel
10
Rico at Street Bar - Amazing
Pros:

I often frequent Newbury Street Bar and Rico made my last trip to the restaurant amazing. Rico is alway attentive. Knows the menu well and remembers my preferences. Overall great experience.

2026-07-22 via Tripadvisor
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sarahbv2026 Family
10
Lovely Stay!
Pros:

Lovely experience! From valet, to check-in, to departure. I am a meticulous person and everything at this hotel is exceptionally maintained. The rooms are updated, fresh, comfortable, and very clean. Staff is friendly and accommodating. The hotel was completely booked while we were there but this went unnoticed, customers were quiet and courteous of others. The location is absolutely perfect! We can't wait to come back!

2026-07-22 via Tripadvisor
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Cherie couple za
10
Pros:

Property was amazing and central

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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heec208 Couples
10
You must visit The Street Bar!
Pros:

We are frequent guests at The Newbury Boston. While the entire staff is wonderfully friendly, Larysa at The Street Bar is our absolute favorite! Meeting her is always such a delight—she is incredibly warm, kind, and professional. She truly makes our visits special.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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U1798RUmarkg Business
10
Street Bar Experience
Pros:

Great ambience and outstanding service from Tyler et al.

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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295emiw Friends getaway
10
Best Bar
Pros:

Amazing location, ambiance and service. Tyler is amazing!

2026-07-21 via Tripadvisor
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Sheila family_with_children us
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Meshal couple sa
2
Fix land phones and increase front desk capacity
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Check-in and check-out progress is horrible. Only 2 front desks and late check-in and early check out. Phone doesn’t work

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Esmeralda couple it
7
Ottima posizione,vista meravigliosa sul parco
Pros:

La posizione, l’arredamento

Cons:

Servizio valet troppo lento, pulizia così così, colazione senza buffet

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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FoodConquest Couples York Beach, York, Maine
10
The crown jewel of Boston
Pros:

We always look forward to our time at The Newbury. The hotel has become almost home away from home. And each time we return, we leave with memories of even more wonderful service and experiences than the time before! Larysa took very good care of us at The Street Bar, and of course the bar staff is amazing. Thank you very much KC!

2026-07-20 via Tripadvisor
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Alessandra couple it
9
Bellissimo
Pros:

Hotel bellissimo e di charme. Personale disponibile ed affabile. Camera spaziosa e luminosa, affacciata sul parco.

Cons:

La colazione sul roofgarden non ha soddisfatto le aspettative. Location top, cibo così e così (acai bowl congelata), ma siamo italiani e - si sa - molto esigenti :-)

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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ameenadin Couples New York City, New York
6
Disappointing stay
Pros:

Just finished a 3-night stay at The Newbury Boston., which we booked through Amex FHR.

The good: location is fantastic, rooms are spotless, housekeeping is excellent, and staff is mostly helpful and friendly.

The not-so-good: we booked a suite and were originally shown a room on the 11th floor which was very dark and faced a brick building. We requested another room and were moved to a much better room facing the park on the 3rd floor. Neither room was worth the $1k price point but at least the second room was an improvement.

It should be noted the elevators are very slow and the wait was 5-10 minutes no matter the time of day.

The bad: Contessa has almost zero vegan options... not even oatmeal which was odd. Even the acai bowl had milk in it! I ended up ordering a slice of focaccia, a laughable fruit plate (which was $20), and orange juice.

Room service was no better in terms of option...one night I ordered the rigatoni marinara clearly stating that I am a vegan and it arrived an hour later covered in parmesan cheese.

None of the above would have been a big deal at a $500-$600 price point, but at $1k per night our experience was disappointing. I doubt we'll stay at the Newbury again.

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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allisonlW1511TG Family
8
Mid - ONLY GO FOR THE WAITRESS LARYSA!!
Pros:

Honestly, I have been going to the Newbury for many years and the hospitality has honestly gotten worse over the years. It feels like many of the workers here are very disingenuous. However, we dined at the Street Bar for lunch, and our waitress Larysa was amazing! She was very kind and took the time to make sure that everything was just the way we liked it. We truly appreciated her personality and all of her caring hospitality. While I don’t love the overall experience I had this time, I did love Larysa!!!!

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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laurenmB8198LZ Couples
10
Beautiful stop!
Pros:

Mariyan was fantastic and the crab cakes were too! Beautiful spot and view of the Boston gardens.

2026-07-18 via Tripadvisor
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467lo Couples
10
Great Bar Vibe - see Tyler & Ashli
Pros:

Excellently informative and attentive service from both Tyler and Ashli at the bar. Could not have asked for a better evening — highly recommend!

2026-07-17 via Tripadvisor