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154 Berkeley Street, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America, 02116

Hotel Aka Back Bay - A historic police headquarters transformed into a luxury Boston hotel with French bistro dining and Technogym fitness center

Located in Back Bay's sophisticated district, this 1925-built former Boston Police Headquarters features weathered limestone architecture with neoclassic details. The four-star Hotel Aka Back Bay offers 222 guestrooms, two luxury suites, and one presidential suite designed by award-winning Selldorf Architects. The property includes a 4,800-square-foot event space with cathedral ceilings and modern LED lighting. The lounge+library provides 860 square feet for relaxation and work, while The Berkeley restaurant serves French bistro cuisine in indoor and outdoor settings. A 24-hour Technogym fitness center with cardio equipment and weights caters to health-conscious guests. The Boston hotel's Business Center features MAC PCs and printing services, accessible round-the-clock. Located steps from Newbury Street and the Prudential Center, Hotel Aka Back Bay sits 0.5 miles from Copley Square and John Hancock Tower, with Boston Common and Public Garden within 0.5 miles.

Hotel Aka Back Bay: Pros

- Recently transformed interiors by renowned Selldorf Architects featuring residential-style aesthetics - Flexible dining options at The Berkeley with weekly events including $1 Oyster Mondays and live music Thursdays - Dedicated 24/7 Guest Services Team providing personalized recommendations - Prime location near major corporate offices including John Hancock/Manulife and Liberty Mutual Insurance

Hotel Aka Back Bay: Cons

- 1 mile from Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum - Located between busy thoroughfares which may create ambient noise

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280 sq. feet

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360 sq. feet

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305 sq. feet

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City Center

Boston 1.0 mi

Airports

Logan (BOS) 5.0 mi

Worcester Regional (ORH) 47.5 mi

Train

Boston South Station5000 ft

Metro stations

Back Bay1000 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Well-Equipped Gym

“I was pleasantly surprised to find a small yet well-equipped gym at the hotel. They had essential equipment and even a couple of Peloton bikes, which was a fantastic bonus! Clean towels and complimentary apples were available for all guests, making my workout routine during my stay a lot easier and more enjoyable.” view full review

Unique Culinary Offerings

“The dining options at the hotel were good! I had a chance to enjoy the unique culinary offerings at the Precinct Kitchen + Bar. The food surpassed my expectations and made for a fantastic dining experience. Plus, the convenience of having dining options onsite made my stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

Spacious and Comfy Rooms

“The room I stayed in was spacious and incredibly comfortable, with decent air-conditioning and soothing lighting. I appreciated all the thoughtful touches, including the variety of pillow options, which ensured I had a great night's sleep. The cleanliness of the room added to my relaxing stay.” view full review

Excellent Bathroom Amenities

“I loved the beautiful bathroom in my room, which was surprisingly large for a hotel in Boston. The modern amenities, including the towel warmer, added a luxurious touch to my stay, making it a nice experience. It was comforting to have a separate shower and tub, allowing me to unwind after a long day of exploring.” view full review

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No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
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Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

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Fitness center

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Car rental
Dry cleaning
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Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services
Playpen
Children's menu

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Leisure/ TV room

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Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

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Free toiletries

Location

154 Berkeley Street, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America, 02116

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154 Berkeley Street, Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America, 02116

City landmarks

Stadiums

Fenway Park

1.3 mi

139 Tremont St

Boston Common

3300 ft

Parks

Boston Public Garden

3500 ft

Market

Faneuil Hall Marketplace

1.3 mi

Boston

Freedom Trail

3600 ft

Museums

Museum of Fine Arts

1.3 mi

Libraries

Boston Public Library

2100 ft

Museums

Museum of Science

1.3 mi

Museums

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

1.3 mi

Aquarium

New England Aquarium

1.4 mi

Parking area

Skywalk Observatory

3100 ft

Cemetery

Granary Burying Ground

4600 ft

Public Building

Boston's Old City Hall

1.2 mi

Boston

Back Bay

2200 ft

Museums

Gibson House

2300 ft

Spa Center

Newbury Street

3000 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

New England Holocaust Memorial

1.3 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Bunker Hill Monument

2.0 mi

Convention Center

John B Hynes Veterans Convention Center

3800 ft

Public Building

Old State House

1.2 mi

Museums

The Paul Revere House

1.4 mi

Museums

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

1.6 mi

Libraries

The Mary Baker Eddy Library

4700 ft

Museums

The Institute of Contemporary Art

1.5 mi

Between Beacon St and Cambridge St Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill

1.1 mi

Boston Common

Parkman Bandstand

4900 ft

308 Congress St

Boston Children's Museum

1.4 mi

Nearby

Square

Copley Square

1700 ft

Church

Trinity Church

1300 ft

Tower

John Hancock Tower

1100 ft

Restaurants

Stanhope Grille

100 ft

350 Stuart St

Citrus & Salt

200 ft

142 Berkeley St

The Friendly Toast

800 ft

35 Stanhope St

Club Cafe

400 ft

209 Columbus Ave

The Brahmin American Cuisine & Cocktails

600 ft

33 Stanhope St

Flour Bakery & Cafe

900 ft

131 Clarendon St

Tico Boston

600 ft

222 Berkeley St

Bacco's Fine Foods

1000 ft

31 Saint James Ave

Parish Cafe

1400 ft

361 Boylston St

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HOTEL AKA BACK BAY BOSTON, Boston

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Hotel Aka Back Bay - A historic police headquarters transformed into a luxury Boston hotel with French bistro dining and Technogym fitness center

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