Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston
About the Hotel
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
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Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Armchair
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
My stay at the hotel was incredible! The rooms were beautiful, large, fresh, clean, and oh-so-comfortable. The service was extremely friendly and professional, going above and beyond to make my experience memorable. The location was perfect, with modern amenities and windows overlooking Boston. The dining was top-notch, and the facilities were exceptional. However, the rooms could use a refresh for sure, and the experience felt a bit outdated compared to years past.
The hotel is in a fantastic location right in the heart of Back Bay on Copley Square, making it a great place to stay. The rooms are spacious with two double beds, ideal even for families with young adults. The service is attentive and the staff is super friendly and professional. However, the dining options are a bit lacking in variety. The hotel offers pet amenities and valet parking, adding to the overall convenience.
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, with lots of indulgent extras like the free breakfast and snacks, which was a lovely upgrade from my original reservation. However, the room felt a bit too exposed as light from the corridor shone under the door all night.
I stayed at the hotel in a quieter area, away from the bustle of Copley Square, led by the outstanding Gold Floor Manager Jonathan and the fantastic Gold Supervisor Alja Omerovic. The room, although dark and distant from the elevator, offered a unique view of a tranquil courtyard. The service was generally helpful and pleasant, despite some confusion among staff about room locations. The prime location made it easy for out-of-town guests to explore the city on foot or by a quick cab ride. The dining experience, particularly at the Fairmont Gold lounge, was of excellent quality, with an early breakfast option available until 7 am. The facilities were modern and featured windows overlooking the vibrant city of Boston.
I found the hotel to have its ups and downs. While the rooms were turned over daily and suitable for solo travelers, I was disappointed by the cramped bathroom and low-quality toilet flushing system. On the bright side, the location was perfect for me, and the service staff were helpful and cheery. The dining options were decent though somewhat limited, and overall, the hotel had its fair share of positives and negatives.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were beautiful, very clean, and equipped with everything we could possibly need, even an umbrella which came in very useful one evening. The service was extremely helpful and friendly, going out of their way to make my daughter's wedding celebration a total success. The location is amazing, within walking distance to great shopping, fine dining, and city sights, making it a relaxing venue away from the Convention Centre. However, the dining options were limited and relatively expensive.