Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

Fairmont Copley Plaza - A historic 5-star hotel with Fairmont Gold lounge access and Back Bay location

Centrally located in Back Bay at 138 St James Avenue, this four-diamond hotel offers 383 individually designed guest rooms and suites with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and Wi-Fi access. Fairmont Gold level provides exclusive access to a private lounge on the fourth floor with complimentary breakfast, evening hors d'oeuvres, and a dedicated concierge. OAK Long Bar + Kitchen serves dinner and features a patio with views of Back Bay, while the outdoor deck offers scenic views of downtown Boston and Copley Square. The property sits steps from Newbury Street boutiques, Copley Place mall, Prudential Center mall with its Skywalk Observatory, and the John Hancock Tower. Business amenities include high-speed internet and meeting rooms, while pet-friendly accommodations are available with Boston Barkery across the street. Fairmont Copley Plaza has hosted notable guests like Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, and maintains its status as a historic venue for events.

Pros

Exclusive Fairmont Gold lounge access with complimentary breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres

Central Back Bay location within 0.3 miles of Copley Square, John Hancock Tower, and Newbury Street shopping

Historic property with individually designed rooms featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities

Pet-friendly accommodations with premium pet boutique services available across the street

Cons

No reference to on-site parking availability in provided sources

Some area attractions like Fenway Park and Freedom Trail require 1.5-1 mile travel