261 Newbury Street, Back Bay, Boston, MA 02116, United States of America
#5 of 21 B&Bs and inns in Boston
Guests' ChoiceBased on 505 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.9
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 7, 2024
John
United KingdomThe breakfast was so-so. Through no fault of the staff, I might add.
Great location. Superb staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 4, 2024
Chris
United KingdomLovely staff and incredible location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 3, 2024
Karen
United KingdomJust a bit noisy - probably aircon outside the window
location was excellent - and breakfast place recommended by the guest house was close by and good
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 30, 2024
Annabel
Dominican RepublicThe bathrooms showers.. to small, uncomfortable to get in.
The staff, the location.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 27, 2024
Katharine
United States of AmericaSometimes noisy on the street side.
The hotel is excellent and our "go to place" in Boston. We love being on Newbury Street.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Patrick
United States of AmericaParking. Didn’t park there though. Attached restaurant and bar. BUT plenty within a short distance.
Location. Unique style.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 22, 2024
Lisa
United States of AmericaBeautiful building, comfortable room. Great location with great shopping and restaurants very nearby.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Amanda
United States of AmericaCozy, cute, unique, amazing wine selection, fantastic coffee that is self serve, comfy beds, very clean. Parking option, great service and super helpful staff. Amazing location!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 1, 2024
Susan
United States of AmericaThe shower was not user friendly. Difficult to operate and I could not regulate the temperature.
Location, restaurants.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Clare
United States of AmericaThe location was excellent and though the on-site parking was key to our choosing this hotel, everything about it was perfect for our 2 night stay in Boston.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Meredith
United States of AmericaPerfect place to stay with my husband for our first visit to Boston. Historic, well-located, comfortable, friendly staff. Would stay here again!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Neha
IndiaSlightly overpriced for the accommodation. It's a guesthouse and not a hotel room but the location I suppose what you're paying for.
Great location! You can walk around the entire Newbury area with ease. There are lots of restaurants and shopping right in the vicinity. It's also close to the train station, the library and other great spots.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 16, 2024
Sandra
United States of AmericaOur refrigerator didn’t seem to work. Our leftovers went bad.
The location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 15, 2024
Maureen
MexicoEverything!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 14, 2024
William
United States of AmericaIt was in a fabulous location perfect for shopping and trying our taste buds out with new food! The staff were so friendly and very accommodating! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a cute place to stay!!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 11, 2024
Avigail
IsraelNothing to do with the guesthouse, there was some construction right under our window early in the morning. (Friday morning)
The bed was very comfy, staff really nice and great location.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 10, 2024
Stephanie
United States of Americanothing to not like. use the elevator if you don't like stairs.
the location is perfect. easy to walk everywhere from here if you wish. great restaurants close by. right in the center of everything. Tried L'Voile ( in building restaurant) for the first time and it was superb. Newbury is our go-to location for visits to Boston. HIGHLY recommend. Quiet (even in high season) and very clean/comfortable. And we got our room serviced during our stay w/out asking for it. BRAVO!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 3, 2024
Janet
United States of AmericaHVAC was too loud. Turned fan down low as I could, but was still noisy.
Bed was super comfortable! Decor was pleasing. Staff was fabulous.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 1, 2024
Sherry
United States of AmericaNone
Very cozy lobby with coffee and tea Friendly staff Great location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 31, 2024
Clio
United States of AmericaConstruction taking place all through the morning and day made it very noisy at times. Doors are being replaced but those that haven't like ours are hard to open.
Best location for food and shopping, right in the heart of Newbury Street and only a few minutes walk from the Logan Express. Nearest train station is around a 7-10 minute walk. Great facilities available (coffee machine and nice cozy lobby), with delicious french restaurants next door. Staff are extremely friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 29, 2024
Niamh
IrelandNothing
Great location & comfortable accommodation
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 24, 2024
Terry
United States of AmericaAll great! Wonderful staff.
No breakfast included.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 22, 2024
George
United States of AmericaLocation ideal — shopping, restaurants, Hynes Convention Center all close by
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 19, 2024
Nicole
United States of AmericaThe area is perfect to stay in!
Stayed in December 2023
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