The Eliot Hotel is a Neo-Classical Georgian landmark in Boston’s historic Back Bay neighborhood, operating since 1925. This 95-room boutique property blends personalized service with elegant details, featuring Italian marble throughout. Well-suited for various travelers, it offers refined accommodations and is located near business centers, universities, and cultural sites. Guests can enjoy soundproof windows and access to complimentary Wi-Fi.
Should you book The Eliot Hotel?
A stay in a historic Back Bay landmark hotel with personalized service and a notable on-site restaurant.
Best for
- Business travelers
- Couples
- City exploration
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking resort amenities
Historic Back Bay Setting
Located on Commonwealth Avenue, The Eliot Hotel is a Neo-Classical Georgian landmark built in 1925. Its Back Bay location places it close to the Hynes Convention Center and Prudential Shopping Center.
Elegant Accommodations
The 95 guestrooms and suites feature Italian marble bathrooms, down comforters, and soundproof windows. Many rooms offer flat-screen TVs for guest convenience.
Award-Winning Dining
UNI, the hotel's contemporary izakaya, is helmed by a James Beard Award-winning chef. It serves global street food-inspired small plates, sushi, and sashimi, alongside craft cocktails.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Baggage storage
- Safe
- Express check-in/out
- Daily housekeeping
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Location
370 Commonwealth Avenue, Back Bay, Boston, MA 02215, United States, Boston, Massachusetts
The Eliot Hotel is located in Boston, Massachusetts.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Saint Clement Eucharistic Shrine at 0.1 mi; the nearest metro station, Hynes Convention Center, is 500 ft away.
Things to do nearby
- Saint Clement Eucharistic Shrineplace of worship0.1 mi
- Leif Ericsonhistoric site0.1 mi
- Boston Stronghistoric site0.2 mi
- The Mappariumattraction0.3 mi
- First Church of Christ Scientistplace of worship0.4 mi
Getting around
- Hynes Convention Centermetro station500 ft
- Kenmoremetro station0.4 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.9 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 1,494 guest reviews
The Eliot Hotel earns consistently strong praise for its prime Back Bay location, exceptionally warm and attentive staff, and spacious suites with old-world character. However, a recurring minority of guests flag practical shortcomings — cramped bathrooms, small showers, dated interiors, inconsistent housekeeping timing, and the absence of on-site breakfast. Overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests describing it as their go-to Boston hotel.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 24 · average 9.8
They wrote about: location, staff, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 6 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
- Pets
Free!
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
- Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Frequently asked questions
What neighborhood is The Eliot Hotel in?
The Eliot Hotel is located in Boston’s historic Back Bay neighborhood on Commonwealth Avenue.
What are the room amenities?
Rooms include down comforters, marble bathrooms, soundproof windows, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes, the hotel features UNI, a contemporary izakaya serving small plates, sushi, and sashimi.
Is parking available?
Yes, parking is available at the hotel.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the hotel offers pet-friendly rooms and petsitting services.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
What attractions are nearby?
The hotel is walkable to Hynes Convention Center, Prudential Shopping Center, and Newbury Street shops. Fenway Park is also nearby.
Does the hotel offer family rooms?
Yes, the hotel has family rooms and suites available, including options with sofa beds.