Fairmont Copley Plaza

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Address: 138 St. James Ave.
Neighborhood: Back Bay
City: Boston
Phone: 617-267-5300
Website: www.fairmont.com
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A gala opening in 1912 marked the birth of the Fairmont Copley Hotel, and nearly a century later, the property overlooking Copley Square enjoys landmark status as the epitome of classic style and luxury lodging. Its 7-story majestic façade illustrates French and Venetian Renaissance architecture,more while inside an impressive 5000-square-foot golden-hued lobby is adorned with marble columns and crystal chandeliers. The downstairs Oak Room restaurant serves some of the best steaks in Boston, while the adjacent Oak Bar deals out inspired martinis and live music on most nights. A $34 million renovation in 2003 revamped the 383 classically-designed guest rooms (including 17 suites), which feature high ceilings, fine fabrics in ruby and gold color schemes, pillow-top mattresses, and custom-designed furniture – some guestrooms even have chandeliers and walk-in closets. A major addition in the renovations was the introduction of Fairmont Gold, an exclusive "hotel within a hotel" on the fourth floor, which has its own check-in and private lounge that's set up to resemble a turn of the century townhouse.

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#17 of 20 hotels in Boston

The Fairmont has potential: The ballroom is lovely and the rooms facing Copley square is romantic.  Plus, the Oak Room is kind of cozy and the wait staff is very professional.That being said... a cursory glance at the outside gives you a good... more

Reviewed by: peggy c. - 07/14/2008

"not really worth it"

Well this hotel is very beautiful but way over priced! the rooms are very tiny with hardly any room to do anything. The minibar as well as snacks are way over price come on $* for a snickers that I could go down the street and buy for * cents. Close... more

Reviewed by: a traveler - 08/07/2007

don't stay at this hotel! its so not worth the money. i stayed here thinking 'oh what a great location!" i saw the valet and heard good things about it, so figured why not.we didn't like anything at all about the hotel. the rooms are musty and... more

Reviewed by: MICHELLE C. - 01/28/2008

"Oak Room Comment"

This "review" is restricted to the Oak Room cocktail lounge of this hotel although it reflects upon the hotel itself. We spend a week

Comfy and convenient.I wonder if people have unreal expectations of Fairmont. Fairmont is  traditional/old elegant- not new, modern and hip.I pricelined a hotel at the last minute and ended up here.  The lobby area is pretty open and tall and... more

Reviewed by: Christina C. - 05/28/2009

"NOT WORTH THE MONEY AND STAFF IS NOT THAT FRENDLY."

Just got back from Boston for a work trip. When we checked in they tried putting us on the first floor which was in the basment over looking a brick wall. Aftercomplaining and having to pay an extra $80 a night they moved us up to the 3rd floor over... more

Meh.The Fairmont is okay if you get a good deal. It's got all of the old-world charm you'd expect from a turn-of-the-century hotel but that means it has it's drawbacks too: Small rooms. Mine, in particular, smelled like the steamy exhaust from a bad... more

Reviewed by: Jeff Z. - 09/04/2008

"Great Stay"

A bit pricey but an excellent stay for those looking for a hotel located close to Boston's best shopping and plenty other choices of entertainment and activity. The rooms are clean, a little bit small, but stylish. Highly recommended.Recommended:Yes

Reviewed by: LaurenMarie2 - 09/12/2008

When I checked in I reflected on the other yelpers low star reviews and thought "they must be crazy, this place is amazing". The king room was huge for a city room, gorgeous marble bathroom, spacious closet, great linens, nice setup etc. The main... more

Reviewed by: Michele T. - 05/10/2009

"The best"

Stay on floor four if you can, well worth the extra money. Breakfast was supplied and evening kibbles also supplied. Room was great with the best coffee we have had in all the hotels we have stayed in. I can't say enough about the professional staff... more

Reviewed by: auntxenna
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