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Known as the "Grand Dame of Boston", our Boston hotel offers 383 lavish guest rooms, including 17 elegant suites. Every room has a modern look, while keeping the downtown hotel’s rich history and Back Bay location in mind. Guests who desire extra pampering should book Fairmont Gold. Fairmont Gold offers exclusive access to a private lounge, a dedicated staff devoted to providing personalized service, complimentary breakfast and evening hors d’oeuvres, complimentary Wi-Fi, and more. In addition to delicious in-room dining service, our Boston hotel is home to one of the hottest drinking and dining destinations in the city, OAK Long Bar + Kitchen.
Fairmont Copley Plaza offers 383 individually decorated guestrooms, including 17 elegant suites. For the most discerning travelers, our Boston hotel offers Fairmont Gold, our exclusive lifestyle hotel floor. Here, a dedicated staff is devoted to providing personalized service of the highest caliber by offering a level of service and recognition that will help you make the most of every moment. This includes a private check-in, dedicated staff and concierge, and complimentary access to our exclusive Lounge and its perks, like daily breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres.
This hotel has accessible rooms and assistive devices.
Guest Room
250 sq.ft. to 300 sq.ft. / 23 sq.m to 28 sq.m
One king or one queen or two double beds with city or interior facade view.
350 sq.ft. / 33 sq.m
One king or two double beds with city or interior facade view.
390 sq.ft. / 36 sq.m
One king or two queens or two double beds with Copley Square park view.
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Check-in 4 PM - Check-out 11 AM.
From Logan International Airport: - Follow the signs to Boston through the Sumner Tunnel - Turn right up the entrance ramp onto Expressway 93 North - Take the Storrow Drive exit on right - Follow Storrow Drive West and take the Copley Square exit - Turn right onto Beacon Street - Go two blocks and turn left on Clarendon Street - Follow Clarendon Street five blocks - Turn right onto St. James Avenue - Fairmont Copley Plaza will be on your left.
From Western Massachusetts & Points South via Massachusetts Turnpike: - Follow Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) east to the Copley Square/Prudential Center exit 22 - Follow the Copley Square Exit and take your first left onto Dartmouth Street - Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston will be on your right.
From Points South via I-95 & I-93: - Follow I-95 North to I-93 North - Take exit 18 "Massachusetts Avenue/Roxbury" - Follow the arrows to Massachusetts Avenue and turn right onto Massachusetts Avenue - Off of Massachusetts Avenue, turn right onto Huntington Avenue - Follow Huntington Avenue to Dartmouth Street and turn left - Fairmont Copley Plaza is immediately on the right.
From Points North via I-95 or I-93: - Follow Route 93 South - Take exit 26 North Station/Storrow Drive - Follow Storrow Drive West to the Copley Square exit - Turn right onto Beacon Street and follow two blocks - Turn left onto Clarendon Street and follow five blocks - Turn right onto St. James Avenue - Fairmont Copley Plaza will be on your left.
From the MBTA Green Line: - Exit Copley Green Line Station at the corner of Dartmouth and Boylston Streets - Walk one block south on Dartmouth Street across Copley Square - Fairmont Copley Plaza is on the corner of Dartmouth Street and St. James Avenue, at 138 St. James Avenue.
From Back Bay Station / MBTA Orange Line and Amtrak: - Exit Back Bay Train Station on the Dartmouth Street side - Turn right onto Dartmouth Street - At the second set of lights turn right onto St. James Ave, the entrance to Fairmont Copley Plaza is on your right.
Passengers boarding Logan Express Back Bay at Logan Airport ride for free. No ticket is required for trips leaving Boston Logan.For passengers boarding at Back Bay Station or at Prudential Center, tickets can be purchased in advance online at LoganExpress.com. Alternatively, passengers may purchase tickets directly from the driver upon boarding.There are two Logan Express Back Bay pick-up locations:1. In front of the Dartmouth Street entrance to Copley Place, directly across the street from Back Bay Station (Orange Line, Commuter Rail and Amtrak) and near the Green Line Copley T stop. Click for directions.2. 800 Boylston Street, near Boylston Street entrance to the Prudential Center. Click for directions.Trips leaving Back Bay: 7 Days a Week | 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Every Half HourTrips leaving Logan Airport: 7 Days a Week | 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Every Half Hour
The Beginning
Fairmont Copley Plaza was built on the original site of the Museum of Fine Arts, which was in Copley Square from 1876 until 1909 when the museum moved into its existing building on Huntington Avenue. Dozens of horse-drawn carts took the museum’s collection of thousands of pieces of art approximately one mile down the street to the new museum.
Long regarded as a Boston institution, The Copley Plaza was formally opened on August 19, 1912, about 16 months after construction of the building began. Mayor of Boston John F. “Honey Fitz” Fitzgerald, President John F. Kennedy’s grandfather, presided over a reception for more than 1,000 guests, including local and national dignitaries, civic leaders, captains of industry, and stage and movie stars. So prestigious was The Copley Plaza’s opening that rooms had been booked 16 months in advance.
The Fairmont Copley Plaza is recognized as an innovator in the hotel industry. The hotel is known for these industry firsts: the first completely air-conditioned hotel in Boston, the first hotel with an international reservations system, the first hotel anywhere to accept credit cards, and the first to offer direct telephone dialing for guests.
During Prohibition, the Oak Bar was known as the Merry-Go-Round Bar, a lively gathering place. Patrons celebrated the end of Prohibition in 1933 at The Copley Plaza's famous Merry-Go-Round Bar, which featured a working merry-go-round. It remained a popular gathering place through the 1970s. Pieces of the Merry-Go-Round Track have been preserved in the floor of OAK Long Bar + Kitchen.
"The opening presented to Boston one of the most colorful and brilliant pictures the city has ever seen. It marked a new era in hotel-keeping, not only in Boston but in the entire country."
As one newspaper noted
During World War II, elevator operators had to be at least 65 years of age, releasing younger workers for war production activities.
Continuing to turn moments into memories
From seasonally inspired menus to dining experiences that will satisfy any craving, see what our chefs are preparing just for you.
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Happily ever after begins with a wedding at Fairmont Copley Plaza.
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25,000 square feet of Renaissance-inspired meeting space.
The destination for glamorous galas, fundraisers, personal soirees, parties, and proms for over a century.
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Reviewed 2023-05-31
Beautiful property, great location, excellent staff and nice room.
Besides the stunning classical decor throughout the hotel, the food at the restaurant was such a good taste of Boston. We loved the proximity to the Boston Common and Beacon Hill. Our toddler slept comfortably in his pack and play and loved seeing the dog on staff!
Perfect and wonderful. Staff was professional and will look forward to another stay
Was in town for a conference near Copley and chose the Fairmont for 4 nights. The location, room, service was excellent. Every need was attended to. From housekeeping to room service to check in/out. In particular the front desk manager Niki was extremely kind and helpful, remembering my needs from a prior stay and ensuring the room would be ready upon arrival.
My husband and I came to Boston for a college graduation party. Initially we thought we would need to travel with our dog and your hotel was pet friendly. Ultimately our pup stayed with family so we enjoyed a lovely dog-free weekend! The hotel was beautiful, the staff was great, and we still had a chance to get dog love with your new hotel pup! Thank you for a great weekend!
We are regulars at the Fairmont Copley Plaza because our stay is usually stellar. This time however, was not good. Our check in time was delayed by three hours, which was terrible after a long drive to get there. The upgrade they offered.... not such an upgrade, and the room was dank with the smell of dirty feet and the glass on the desk was noticeably dirty at first glance. We had to wait another hour for our original room to be cleaned. The stay should have been compted at this point for sure!!!!! We are regulars!!! The television in the Gold Room was hard to operate while I waited with my daughter and the Scrabble game and pillows on the sofa have been removed. The air was stale in our room- completely sealed windows are not pleasant at all. The A/C blew very dry air directly over my side of the bed all night. I left the hotel feeling exhausted instead of refreshed. The gym has only one yoga mat and the floors are dirty. Nowhere to stretch after the sleepless night, long drive and hours waiting for the room to be ready. The Fairmont Copley Plaza is usually our family's happy place. We are very sad to be looking around for other options for our regular stays in Boston.
Reviewed 2023-05-30
It wasn't until my last night, I realized why my allergies were irritated, the pillows and comforter were down. Customer service needs work as well, I never received a receipt and after calling twice to get a copy, I'm still waiting a week later.
The Fairmont at Copley Plaza in Boston is a remarkable blend of history and luxury that offers an unforgettable experience. The moment you step into the lobby, you are transported back in time, surrounded by the grandeur of its historic architecture. The lobby is a sight to behold, with its intricate detailing and opulent decor that harkens back to a bygone era. The ballrooms are equally impressive, each one exuding an air of elegance and sophistication that makes them perfect for any event. The restaurant and bar area continue the theme of historic charm, providing a cozy and inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy their meals and drinks. The guest rooms at the Fairmont are designed with comfort in mind. The beds are plush and inviting, ensuring a good night's sleep after a long day of exploring Boston. The showers are a standout feature, with excellent water pressure and temperature control, making each shower a rejuvenating experience. However, despite the many positives, there was one aspect of my stay that could have been improved. My room was located next to the doorway to the elevators, which had bells that rang every time they were in use. This resulted in several disturbances throughout the night, interrupting my sleep on multiple occasions. While this may not be an issue for all guests, it's something to consider when booking a room. In conclusion, the Fairmont at Copley Plaza is a beautiful and historic hotel that offers a unique and comfortable stay. However, it would be beneficial for the hotel to consider soundproofing measures near the elevators to ensure all guests can enjoy a peaceful night's sleep. Despite this minor inconvenience, I would still highly recommend the Fairmont for its charm, comfort, and excellent amenities.
Friendly front desk staff. Perfectly clean room, comfortable bed too! Housekeeping staff was very friendly and while I didn't accept it, turn down service was a very nice touch!
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