Back Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Back Bay
Back Bay
Back Bay
Back Bay
Back Bay

Head to Back Bay for Victorian brownstone homes, hip coffee joints and a shopping district that rivals Manhattan’s 5th Avenue.

This historic neighbourhood on the banks of the Charles River is a perfect home away from home during your time in Boston. When you’re not relaxing in your hotel, which is probably housed in a historic building, take a walk along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall, shop in Newbury Street and and snap a selfie in front of the magnificent Old South Church.


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Our pick of the best Back Bay Hotel Deals

Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel

Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
39 Dalton St Boston MA
The price is AU$426 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$426
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,809 reviews)
The room was clean, staff was great, location is fantastic

Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Sheraton Boston, a Marriott Hotel
The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

2 out of 5
220 Huntington Avenue Boston MA
The price is AU$337 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$337
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Boston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Copley Square and Fenway Park are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
It was over 80 degrees In Boston and no air conditioning in the hotel. Not good!!!

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta
Hotel AKA Back Bay

Hotel AKA Back Bay

4.5 out of 5
154 Berkeley Street Boston MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$540 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$540
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,214 reviews)
I did not know about this hotel before I stayed here, but it surpassed any expectations I had. Great location, updated interior and the buffet breakfast was outstanding.

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Hotel AKA Back Bay
Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel

Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel

4 out of 5
47 Huntington Ave Boston MA
The price is AU$246 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
AU$246
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,990 reviews)
N/A bar/parking

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel
The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay

The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay

4 out of 5
120 Huntington Avenue Boston MA
The price is AU$517 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$517
1 May - 2 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Boston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,290 reviews)
The location of the hotel was the best. We were able to walk everywhere and when it got cold we just crossed the street and walked inside the Prudential.

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay
Boston Marriott Copley Place

Boston Marriott Copley Place

4 out of 5
110 Huntington Ave Boston MA
The price is AU$485 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$485
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boston. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,769 reviews)
In a great location, walkable! Staff was super friendly!

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Boston Marriott Copley Place
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Back Bay

Back Bay East

Back Bay East

If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.

Back Bay East
Prudential - St. Botolph

Prudential - St. Botolph

While you're in Prudential - St. Botolph, take in top sights like Copley Square and jump on the metro at Prudential Station to see more of the city.

Prudential - St. Botolph
Historic brownstone house in Beacon Hill, Boston, Massachusetts

Bay Village

While you're in Bay Village, take in top sights like Charles Playhouse and jump on the metro at Tufts Medical Center Station to see more of the city.

Bay Village
Aerial view of Boston in Massachusetts, USA at night showcasing its skyscrapers and the famous Tobin bridge.

South End

4/5(10 area reviews)

South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.

South End
Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill

5/5(1 area review)

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Charles Street or Hatch Shell while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.

Beacon Hill
Buildings in a city, Chinatown, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Chinatown

5/5(4 area reviews)

Theatres and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy in Chinatown, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Chinatown Station.

Chinatown


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