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Fairmont Copley Plaza

5 stars
138 St. James Avenue, Boston, MA 02116
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
49 reviews
Luxury is in the details

From the moment you enter until the moment you leave the fairmont experience is all about you. The... See full review

  • Nation Wide 2013
  • Mar 10, 2013
great location and service

very good location and fantastic bar. we really enjoyed. See full review

  • lindyg
  • Feb 22, 2013
Opulent, grand historic property in the heart of Boston's Back Bay

Since opening in 1912, the Fairmont Copley Plaza has welcomed guests to enjoy elegance and upscale comfort in the heart of the city. The hotel grants access to the best of Boston, much within walking distance. The hotel's 383 guest rooms and suites feature residential-like décor inspired by the neighboring classic townhomes. Dine in the Oak Room, dubbed by Boston magazine as the city's best steakhouse. Stay healthy with an on-site fitness center featuring various cardio and weight-training equipment.

Highlights
  • Century-old historic property in the Back Bay
  • The Oak Room, an award-winning steakhouse
  • On-site valet parking and fitness center
  • Pets welcome
  • Upscale, on-property boutiques
Rooms
The Fairmont Copley Plaza's 383 refined guest rooms, including 17 elegant suites, gain inspiration from neighboring Back Bay townhouses. Comprising rich fabrics, custom furnishings and marble bathrooms, guest rooms immediately welcome visitors. Some rooms feature decorative fireplaces while others overlook Copley Square. All rooms feature a 32-inch flat-screen LCD TV with OnDemand movies, iHome docking station and digital safe. Guests can sink into the pillow-top mattress and enjoy fresh air from widows that actually open while staying connected via high-speed Internet (fees apply). Rollaway beds are available for $25.00 per night plus tax.
Features

The Fairmont Copley Plaza boasts a grand property with a prime location, but that's not all. Guests have access to one of Boston's top-rated restaurants, the Oak Room, named best steakhouse by Boston magazine. The adjacent Oak Bar features classic cocktails and delightful martinis. With so much to do around Boston guests can enlist the hotel's babysitting services. An on-site fitness center keeps health top of mind and for more rigorous exercise, the hotel has relationships with neighboring health clubs.

Transportation
  • Nearest Subway: Green Line Copley Station (1 block)
  • Hynes Convention Center (3 blocks)
  • Logan International Airport (3.6 mi/5.8 km)
Attractions
  • Newberry Street (1 block)
  • Beacon Hill (.7mi/1.2 km)
  • Freedom Trail (.8 mi/1.3 km) 
  • Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market (2.2 mi/3.6 km)
Business
  • 23,000 square-feet of Renaissance-inspired meeting space
  • 13 meeting rooms with a grand ballroom able to accommodate 1,100 guests

Fairmont Copley Plaza Rooms

Fairmont Room
Our traditional guest rooms were designed with today's chic, sophisticated traveler in mind. A soothing color scheme of blues and grays paired with sleek, elegant furnishings offer a modern feel with classic touches. Each room features high-speed Internet access and an expansive desk.
Deluxe Room
Deluxe guest rooms feature the same classic design as our Fairmont Rooms while offering additional space and furnishings, including a sumptuous club chair that's perfect for curling up with a good book or the morning paper. Each Deluxe Room has been elegantly appointed with custom furnishings and full marble bathrooms.
Signature Room
These spacious rooms overlook Copley Square and the park's architectural landmarks, Trinity Church and the Boston Public Library. Admire the view from a cozy sitting area, or take advantage of all of the business amenities included. From the full marble bathroom to the rich fabrics and crisp white bedding, these rooms are designed with high-end style in mind.
Fairmont Gold Room
Fairmont Gold rooms offer complimentary High Speed Internet Access and feature all of the amenities and conveniences of Fairmont Gold. Each room has been elegantly decorated in a rich classic design with custom-made furnishings.
Moderate Room
Our Moderate guest rooms are cozy, yet elegantly furnished rooms recommended for a single traveler or sightseeing couple. A design of soft textiles and sleek, custom furnishings blend comfort with quiet sophistication. Each room features the same luxurious amenities as the Fairmont Room, but at an economical price.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Smoke-free policy
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
Activities
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Laundry service
Babysitting/Child services
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Conference facilities
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
Parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
Accessible facilities
Service dogs allowed
Service animals allowed
Audible emergency alarm for sight impaired guest
Wheelchair accessible elevators
Visual emergency alarm for hearing impaired guest

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Hotel Map

42.3496 -71.076
Area served
Boston
Nearby airports
Boston Logan International Airport - 3 Miles; T.F.Green International Airport - 60 Miles; Manchester - Boston Regional Airport - 50 Miles
Area description
Located in Boston's historic Back Bay, this architectural landmark stands alongside the Boston Public Library, Trinity Church, and Hancock Tower in Copley Square.

Nearby points of interest

  • Trinity Church: 0 mi
  • Boston Public Library: 0.1 mi
  • Copley Square: 0.4 mi
  • Skywalk Observatory: 0.4 mi
  • Boston Common: 0.6 mi
  • Louisburg Square: 0.7 mi
  • Berklee College of Music: 0.7 mi
  • Symphony Hall: 0.7 mi
  • Boston Chinatown: 0.7 mi
  • Beacon Hill: 0.8 mi
  • African Meeting House: 0.9 mi
  • Fenway Park: 1.1 mi
  • Site of the Boston Massacre: 1.2 mi
  • Museum of Fine Arts: 1.2 mi
  • Faneuil Hall: 1.2 mi
  • Trinity Church: 0 mi
  • Boston Public Library: 0.1 mi
  • Copley Square: 0.4 mi
  • Skywalk Observatory: 0.4 mi
  • Boston Common: 0.6 mi
  • Louisburg Square: 0.7 mi
  • Berklee College of Music: 0.7 mi
  • Symphony Hall: 0.7 mi
  • Boston Chinatown: 0.7 mi
  • Beacon Hill: 0.8 mi
  • African Meeting House: 0.9 mi
  • Fenway Park: 1.1 mi
  • Site of the Boston Massacre: 1.2 mi
  • Museum of Fine Arts: 1.2 mi
  • Faneuil Hall: 1.2 mi
  • Boston National Historical Park: 1.2 mi
  • New England Holocaust Memorial: 1.3 mi
  • Boston Children's Museum: 1.3 mi
  • TD Banknorth Garden: 1.4 mi
  • The Paul Revere House: 1.5 mi
  • Convention and Exhibition Center: 1.6 mi
  • Old North Church: 1.6 mi
  • USS Constitution Museum: 2 mi
  • Bunker Hill Monument: 2 mi
  • Cruiseport Boston: 2.2 mi
  • Charlestown Navy Yard: 2.2 mi
  • John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum: 3.2 mi
  • Castle Island: 3.4 mi
  • Arnold Arboretum: 4.3 mi

Dining

OAK Long Bar + Kitchen
OAK Long Bar + Kitchen is a new, American brasserie style restaurant in the heart of Boston's Back Bay. Sip a hand crafted cocktail, sample a farm to table American menu featuring local ingredients and purveyors, and savor the dramatic results of an extensive restoration, full of thoughtfully curated details.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1300
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (49)

Ratings and reviews for Fairmont Copley Plaza

Overall score

3.9 / 5
10 out of 49
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.7
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.8
Value:
3.6

80% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
SSTTSSTTSS
Business
Ct
May 3, 2013

great hotel

lovely historic hotel. staff is great. had to move rooms as first room was looking into an air conditioning unit. moved to a higher floor and all was well.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Bistro du midi -- gorgeous cafe on Boyleston overlooking the park.

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

5
Nation Wide 2013
Business
Seattle
Mar 10, 2013

Luxury is in the details

From the moment you enter until the moment you leave the fairmont experience is all about you. The staff is attentive and personable. The rooms are impeccably kept and stocked.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Lots to do in the area for any type of traveler. Particularly lots of gay bars and clubs near by.

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

4
raffi.haroun
Business
NY
Oct 22, 2012

great old look

staff was great. room was clean. bathroom mirror was the best.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Business
Washinngton, DC
Jun 29, 2011

Nice place

It's a nice old-style hotel. The staff are very well-informed and friendly. I ended up with a handicapped-accessible room (not unusual booking through a clearinghouse), which generally is not my first choice, but the room was large (especially for an older hotel) and very comfortable.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
virginia
Dec 7, 2010

An elegant, old style setting

The old style elegance is a wonderful change from the all too modern boutique hotels and the run of the mill large chains. If you are looking for ambiance, this is the place!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

...to many fine restaurants

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Business
Alexandria, VA
Nov 28, 2010

mixed experience

My experience at the Fairmont Copy Plaza was mixed. The hotel staff members were unusually gracious, friendly, and helpful, and I really appreciated the pet-friendly environment. (I only stay at pet-friendly hotels.) My Maltese enjoyed the attention she received and she enjoyed meeting Catie, the hotel's pet ambassador (an adorable Black Lab). The hotel is directly across the street from Copley Plaza, so dog walking was particularly convenient. For these experiences, I rate the hotel five stars. On the flip side.... I was promised a queen size bed, but was booked into a room with a double bed; the room was neat and clean, but the hotel was experiencing mechanical problems, and there was no heat in any of the rooms, so a maintenance staff member brought me a portable heater (which didn't help much); the television set was on the fritz, so I couldn't get any cable stations (which limited me to a few standard broadcast networks -- ugh!!); and overnight valet parking was an unreasonable $42 per night (not including the tips). These experiences warranted a rating of two.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Copley Plaza (immediately across the street from the hotel) provides a variety of food and beverage vendors with delectable eats, so I recommend touring the fresh fruit/pastry/coffee vendors for an inexpensive and pleasant breakfast or snack.

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
Business
Maine
Oct 16, 2010

Boston Trip

Location and ambiance were great.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: In Hotel

Hotel bar charges $21.40 for a Kettle 1 martini!

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

4
St Louis Runner
Business
St Louis Mo
Dec 14, 2009

Terrific Hotel

Very friendly staff, that helped immediately with a small problem that developed and handled the problem promptly. Excellent appointments. Walking distance to many great hotels and sites.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

So many places to choose!

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

2
Anonymous
Business
Texas
Nov 18, 2009

internet for High proce, no high speed

Do not be mistaken, even though internet is listed (and no mention of an extra fee)- it is a per day charge. With tax- slightly over 17$ per day. I am disappointed[...]

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Fairmont Copley Plaza

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Business
Portland, ME
Jan 26, 2008

customer service

The staff was incredibly helpful and polite.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Trip purpose:

Business

Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Copley Plaza shopping

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