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Newbury Guest House
3 stars

Newbury Guest House

261 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116, United States
Boston, MA
See location+1 617 670 6000
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9.0
Wonderful
based on 1331 reviews
1,331 reviews
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Queen room
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Overview

Guests visiting Boston can check out the Newbury Guest House, located in the historic Back Bay neighborhood. The hotel sits on Newbury Street, which is the most popular walking street in the city. Back Bay neighborhood is lined with 19th-century townhouses and buildings that include residential properties, art galleries, cafes and coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, and more. This hotel occupies three connected townhouses, offering plenty of space for guests to spread out and enjoy their stay in Boston. Guests can also visit the nearby Boston Public Library, Trinity Church, and the John Hancock all-glass skyscraper, as well as Copley Square.

Newbury Guest House was opened in 1990 as a welcoming, local accommodation that offers small-town charms and historical inspiration in all the designs. The hotel offers 32 guest rooms including four different types of accommodations. Rooms all include free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Suites include refrigerators, bay windows, and other upgraded amenities. Concierge services are available at the front desk to assist with sightseeing recommendations, booking tickets, and information about day trips, cruises, and other excursions in the area.

This boutique hotel is close to all of the best things to see and do in Boston. The most popular excursion is the Freedom Trail, which runs from the State House at Beacon Hill to the Old State House, Old North Church, U.S.S. Constitution, Bunker Hill Monument, Paul Revere’s House, and other notable historic stops along the way showcasing the history of Colonial Boston and honoring the famous Bostonians of centuries past.

9.0
Wonderful rating
Based on 1,331 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Newbury Guest House

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining table

General

  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Newbury Guest House

9.0
Wonderful
1331 verified ratings
Wonderful
787
Very good
269
Good
191
Okay
42
Fair
25
Mediocre
8
Poor
9

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, friendly staff, and good breakfast options. However, there were complaints about noise levels, cleanliness in some areas, and the value for the price paid, with some feeling it was not justified. Overall, many found it a charming place to stay with a quaint atmosphere.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
Noise Level2.5 out of 10
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10
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Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) The staff was very friendly and accommodating. They made us feel very welcomed and had great suggestions for places to eat in the area. The location was perfect to be able to walk to get food, go shopping, and catch the trolley to do some sightseeing.
8.5
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) I love a good bed and breakfast. While the buffet style breakfast is simple, it is all you can eat and delicious: French toast, mixed fruit, scrambled eggs, sausage, croisants, orange juice, tea, coffee... mm mm good.
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) Feel like I found a gem! Great location, very comfortable, good value. We loved having lunch at the Roost the day we arrived and dinner a couple of nights was excellent. And the Patisserie!!
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2015
Pros (+) Clean, new, and close to Back Bay activities. My colleagues stated at the Mandarin a block away but I booked late for a small percentage of the price.
Cons (-) Breakfast starts at 7:30.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2015
Pros (+) croissants/view from room/location

Location

261 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116

What's nearby

  • Newbury Street98 yd
  • John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center251 yd
  • Boston Public Library434 yd
  • Copley Square0.4 mi
  • Back Bay0.5 mi
  • Northeastern University0.7 mi
  • Fenway Park0.7 mi
  • Museum of Fine Arts0.9 mi
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology0.9 mi
  • Boston Common1 mi
  • Boston University1.1 mi
  • Boston Massacre Site1.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Newbury Guest House

Low season

January

High season

October

Average price (weeknight)

$419

Average price (weekend night)

$421
Cheapest month to stay with an average 50% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 35% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Newbury Guest House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Newbury Guest House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Newbury Guest House, plan to stay on a Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Newbury Guest House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $282, while the most expensive was $493.
  • How long should you stay at Newbury Guest House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Newbury Guest House

  • Where is Newbury Guest House located?

    Newbury Guest House is located at 261 Newbury Street in Back Bay, 1.5 miles from the center of Boston. Newbury Street is the closest landmark to Newbury Guest House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Newbury Guest House?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Newbury Guest House.

  • Does Newbury Guest House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Newbury Guest House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Newbury Guest House from the airport?

    Newbury Guest House is 4 miles from Boston Logan Intl. Newbury Guest House is 11.6 miles from Norwood Memorial.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Newbury Guest House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Newbury Guest House in Boston and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Newbury Guest House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Newbury Guest House.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.6

Distance to city center

1.5 mi

Nearest Airport

Boston Logan Intl

Distance to airport

4.0 mi