Boston Park Plaza

Boston, USA

Superior Room
Library
Off the Common
Superior Room
Library
Off the Common

The hotel

As synonymous with Boston as the eponymous tea party and cream pie, Boston Park Plaza has been a landmark on the city’s hotel circuit since it opened 90 years ago. Reinterpreted for the 21st century traveller with a $100 million mega-makeover, it now adds contemporary décor and mod-cons to its timeless elegance. And you’re in good company, with all bar two US Presidents staying here since it opened. It’s easy to see why, with a top-drawer location near Boston Common. Of course, they wouldn’t all have experienced today’s attractions, which include a mammoth 20,000 SF Health Club, the nightly cocktail hour (well 5 hours) in the Library, and the New England inspired dining of its Off the Common restaurant, with Boston’s signature lobster rolls a menu favourite.

Amenities

  • Spa
  • Valet parking
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In the heart of historic Back Bay and steps from Boston Common. Transfer time from Boston Logan International Airport: 30 minutes.

Hotel information

1054 rooms. All with 47” interactive smart TV, Keurig coffee maker, safe and 100% blackout shades. Standard Rooms are 100 sq ft and have 1 double bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Superior Rooms are 180–280 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child (3rd guest on a rollaway bed*).

Deluxe Rooms are 280–380 sq ft and have 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child (3rd guest on a rollaway bed*).

One Bedroom Suites are 530 sq ft and have a separate living room, full bathroom and additional powder room, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Studio Suites are 350_550 sq ft and have city views and a living space with leather sofa, with 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Off the Common (lobby restaurant; open for breakfast and limited late night menu). STRIP by Strega (sophisticated lounge and contemporary steakhouse). M.J O'Connor's (Irish pub). Starbucks®. In-room spa services*. Lynx Fitness Club (group training classes, yoga, Pilates, cardio, strength equipment and Topgolf Swing Suite). Room service*. Concierge. Valet parking $58 plus tax, per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $28.74 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes use of the following amenities - Unlimited streaming quality high-speed WiFi in guest rooms, for up to 6 devices - Unlimited local and domestic long distance phone calls - Unlimited access to digital news and magazines via PressReader - ChromeCast streaming for personalised entertainment in each guest room - Complimentary access to the state-of-the-art fitness centre - Quick and easy e-checkout via the guest room TV - Complimentary boarding pass printing at the FedEx Business Centre - Complimentary notary services upon request, Monday-Friday​ only - Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

* Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1845)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Compact Rooms, Beautiful Lobby, Helpful Staff

Apr 10, 2021 mjpveg

Our company chose Park Place Plaza for a work trip. The rooms had everything we needed, the staff was helpful with food and drink recommendations, especially Ayana! And the lobby provided the perfect ambiance for work and conversation.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Engagement photos weekend

Apr 8, 2021 467margaritap

My fiancé and I recently stayed at The Boston Park Plaza for one night to celebrate our 5 year anniversary as well as capture our engagement photos at the hotel and next door at the restaurant Strega Italiano Back Bay. We are native Bostonians and thought it would be perfect to capture our memories in such a beautiful space! I just wanted to… Read more
My fiancé and I recently stayed at The Boston Park Plaza for one night to celebrate our 5 year anniversary as well as capture our engagement photos at the hotel and next door at the restaurant Strega Italiano Back Bay. We are native Bostonians and thought it would be perfect to capture our memories in such a beautiful space! I just wanted to send a HUGE THANK YOU to the Park Plaza staff from Saturday. There was a gentleman by the name of Bishal that was helpful and showed me around the space where we could take photos. We had an amazing dinner @ Strega and wonderful stay at the hotel! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful hotel and location

Mar 30, 2021 639brendanh

The Boston Park Plaza is a beautiful hotel. Very well decorated, very clean. The staff is very nice and friendly, especially the woman who checked us in. My only complaint was the first night. The people in the room next to us had a party. The music felt like it was in my room and we could hear every word they were shouting over the music.… Read more
The Boston Park Plaza is a beautiful hotel. Very well decorated, very clean. The staff is very nice and friendly, especially the woman who checked us in. My only complaint was the first night. The people in the room next to us had a party. The music felt like it was in my room and we could hear every word they were shouting over the music. I didn’t think a man could swear that much, but the woman beat him in the curse count. It was at 1:30am. Obviously not the hotels fault that people can be that inconsiderate, maybe I can blame the thickness of the walls, but I don’t think a bunker could have drowned out their noise. My issue was that I called the front desk, no answer, concierge, no answer, called the hotel emergency (felt guilty about that) and was told to call a different number, no answer there. I called the main line from my cell and that was answered, now it was close to 2am. I’ll give them credit, someone came up in a few minutes and the music stopped. They were quiet for about 5-10 minutes but then the drunk yelling began again. Conveniently we had all fallen asleep shortly after. Back to the good, the beds are really comfortable. They have complimentary water bottles at the desk. The location is perfect, right next to the park and a T station. The same woman checked us out and was again super nice, wish I caught her name so the hotel could recognize her. We would definitely stay again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful hotel with a fabulous location!

Mar 29, 2021 kpraschma Hingham, Massachusetts

The Boston Park Plaza is a beautiful hotel with a great, central location. The rooms are modern and clean. We booked a suite which offered additional space. Thank you Alex and Jessica for making our stay extra nice! We will be back soon!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Very Good Overall, But Does Not Merit Five-Star Rating

Mar 6, 2021 Andrew D Cape Cod, Massachusetts

The hotel itself has many positive attributes, including a terrific location, as well as an unmistakable grand-hotel character. The renovations that the property has undertaken have also clearly paid off, not only in the lobby/common areas but also in the rooms themselves. The lobby in particular is quite impressive. The room was exceptionally… Read more
The hotel itself has many positive attributes, including a terrific location, as well as an unmistakable grand-hotel character. The renovations that the property has undertaken have also clearly paid off, not only in the lobby/common areas but also in the rooms themselves. The lobby in particular is quite impressive. The room was exceptionally clean, and while on the smaller side, was very comfortable. You may have seen other reviews mention that the bathrooms are small, and they are indeed small, but this is an older hotel and you know that going in. The hotel did fall short, however, when it came to service. First, when initially booking the room, I spoke at length with the reservationist as to the city view we were requesting. However, the room we were assigned at check-in was on the wrong side of the building. I know that such requests cannot be guaranteed, but the hotel was at only 50% capacity according to staff. In any event, it really wasn't a big deal, and therefore we decided not to request a room change. The real shortfall in service was that two days prior to our arrival, I reached out to the hotel via the email address posted on its website, specifically, BPPGuestRelations@bostonparkplaza.com, to find out whether any special measures are taken for guests celebrating birthdays. In return, I heard absolutely nothing back from them. If I'm staying at a chain motel, I would never send such an email, because it is not that kind of property. Here, however, I would expect at least some sort of response from a hotel of this standing. After all, service is what separates the good from the great, and honestly things here were disappointing. Read less