About us
Hotel AKA Back Bay offers a modern retreat housed in a stately limestone building, just steps away from iconic Boston landmarks like Copley Square, Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and world-renowned educational and business institutions—placing you at the center of it all. Redesigned public spaces and the Premium & Platinum accommodations, thoughtfully crafted by the award-winning Selldorf Architects, provide a serene and sophisticated atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a state-of-the-art Technogym fitness center, the inviting a.lounge+library, cutting-edge meeting and event spaces, and The Berkeley, our on-site French bistro and bar. Nestled in the heart of Back Bay, our hotel boasts a storied past as the Boston Police Department Headquarters and is deeply intertwined with the cosmopolitan culture of this vibrant neighborhood.
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Amenities
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Video conference
- VIP services
- Health club
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Subway
- Taxi
- Train
- Loading dock
- Portable heaters
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
- Calls (local)
- Calls (toll-free)
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- View (urban)
- Voicemail box
- Onsite catering
- Onsite restaurant
- Onsite security
- Pet friendly
- Space (outdoor)
- Space (private)
- Space (semi-private)
- Wheelchair accessible
Seasonal Availability
Do you want to know if your event is during the high or low season? Check the season availability for this hotel.Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms

Meeting space
Name | Room size | Ceiling height | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Cocktail rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom | Crescent rounds (Cabaret) | Hollow square |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1,212 sq. ft. 47.6 x 25.6 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 120 | 40 | 100 | 140 | 120 | 75 | 50 | 60 | 50 | |
400 sq. ft. 19.6 x 19.6 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 40 | - | 40 | 30 | 25 | 15 | 15 | 25 | 15 | |
400 sq. ft. 21 x 19.2 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 40 | 12 | 40 | 30 | 25 | 18 | 15 | 24 | 15 | |
856 sq. ft. 36.4 x 25.6 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 80 | 27 | 60 | 80 | 80 | 50 | 35 | 35 | 35 | |
1,028 sq. ft. 20 x 58 sq. ft. | 12 ft. | 120 | 25 | 80 | 120 | 100 | 45 | 30 | 45 | 30 | |
900 sq. ft. - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
1,200 sq. ft. - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
900 sq. ft. - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
1,000 sq. ft. - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Additional Information
Cancellation Policy
24 hours prior to arrival
Additional details
Guest Services & Amenities · High-speed Wi-Fi · 24-hour access to Business Center · 4,200 square feet of flexible meeting and event space · Printing & faxing services · Package handling and receiving · AKA Bikes · 24-hour dedicated Guest Services Team · 24-hour Technogym fitness center · Access to a.lounge+library · Valet parking · Pet-friendly · On-site restaurant, The Berkeley · Laundry & dry-cleaning services · 15% off retail & pet services at D’Tails Pet Boutique · a.sleep concierge offering luxury sleep amenities · Access to certified personal trainer · In-room dining from The Berkeley · Accessible entrance and public spaces View our meetings and events brochure here: https://dqesq4kyrvn2s.cloudfront.net/stayaka.com-2901135809/cms/pressroom/aka_back_bay_capacity_chart_group_brochure_2022july20.pdf
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Hotel AKA Back Bay Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions from the Hotel AKA Back Bay regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion
Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.
N/A
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.
Grace Bubka, Brand Project Manager, gbubka@korman.com
Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
No
Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.
No
Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
No
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
No
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
Yes, All linen, terry and headboards within guestrooms are cleaned and disinfected upon departure of each guest.
Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.
https://korman.com/about/giving-back
Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.
N/A
Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
erossi@stayaka.com, HR Manager for Hotel AKA Back Bay
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