The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston 138 St. James Avenue
Boston, MA 02116 Nightly Rates(459.00 - 759.00)4 Star
Property Description
Our dedicated staff delivers incomparable hospitality, impeccable service and attention to detail to ensure your stay is perfect. With the completion of an extensive renovation and restoration project, The Fairmont Copley Plaza shines more brightly than ever before. As part of the renovation, the hotel has also added Fairmont Gold, an exclusive 'hotel within a hotel,' delivering the highest level of service to the most discerning travelers. From business to leisure travel, social events and weddings, The Fairmont Copley Plaza will create an exceptional experience and a lasting memory, striving to become home away from home, even providing the services of resident Canine Ambassador, Catie Copley.
Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Barber/Beauty Shop
Business Center
Concierge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Express Checkout
Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
Modem Lines in Room
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Free Newspaper
Pets Allowed
Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Safe Deposit Box
Shops/Commercial Services
Fitness Center or Spa
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
VIP Rooms/Services
Room Information
Fairmont Room:
For an authentic Boston experience, these are our traditional guest rooms. Each has been elegantly renovated to be residential in design and inspired by the classic townhouses in Boston's Back Bay, featuring rich fabrics, custom made furnishings and full marble bathrooms.
Deluxe Room:
DDeluxe Rooms, like Fairmont Rooms, offer a classic residential design inspired by Boston's Back Bay homes, while offering additional space and furnishings, including a sumptuous club chair to relax and unwind. Each Deluxe Room has been elegantly renovated with custom made furnishings and full marble bathrooms.
Signature Room:
Design to be the perfect retreat in the quiet inner courtyard of the hotel, these spacious 'L' spaced rooms feature a comfortable sitting area and expansive marble bathroom with separate tub and stand up shower, as well as twin sinks. Each of these rooms is luxuriously decorated with custom made furnishings and rich fabrics.
Signature Copley Room:
Overlooking Copley Square's architectural landmarks, the Boston Public Library and Trinity Church, these spacious rooms include an overstuffed club chair in which to luxuriate and enjoy the view. Each has been elegantly renovated with rich classic design and custom made furnishings, full marble bathroom and equipped with all business amenities.
Miscellaneous Information
American Dollars is the native currency
Check in time is 3:00 p.m.
Check out time is 12:00 noon
Time Zone is Eastern
Opened in 1912
Renovated in An extensive $34 million dollar renovation and restoration of each of the hotel's 383 guestrooms and suites was completed in April 2004. The hotel has also added Fairmont Gold, an exclusive 'hotel within a hotel,' delivering the highest level of service.
383 rooms
0 suites
6 floors
Directions
Location: Located on St. James Avenue between Trinity and Dartmouth Streets, in Boston's historic Back Bay, alongside the Boston Public Library, Trinity Church and Hancock Tower. It is also steps away from from Beacon Hill, the Charles River Esplanade, Copley Place Shopping Centre, the renowned boutiques of Newbury Street, and the Hynes Convention Centre.
Airport: Logan International 3 miles. Approx 12 minutes.
Contact hotel to discuss airport transportation options.
Restaurant Information
Oak Room:
Named 'Best Steakhouse' by Boston Magazine, The Oak Room and the adjacent Oak Bar are two of the most elegant rooms in the city. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Oak Room is a regal, comfortably elegant restaurant that offers a traditional steakhouse menu with a distinctive twist. The Oak Room is adorned with gold, maroon and green fabrics and draperies that complement the dark wood paneling and mirrored walls. Cameos and lacunaria accent the intricate white plasterwork that details the 30-foot-high ceiling and twin Waterford crystal chandeliers illuminate the room. The dinner menu features a variety of classics and contemporary favorites. Start off with Seared Crab Cakes, Lobster Bisque or the Calamari Salad. The Oak Room also offers a full selection of raw bar. For your entrée, select from a menu of prime steak and chops, including Chateaubriand, Steak Au Poivre, Lamb Chops, Veal Chops or the very popular 20-ounce Bone-in Rib Eye. For those who prefer seafood, the Oak Room offers a variety of options, including Atlantic Salmon, Swordfish Steak, Haddock Filet and, of course, Lobster. To top off your meal, the Oak Room recommends its special Boston Cream Pie or one of the seasonal desserts that change nightly.The lunch menu features a wide array of sandwiches, salads and soups, plus traditional steakhouse and seafood entrees. The breakfast menu features all of the classics. Reservations are strongly recommended. Call (617) 267-5300 extension 1048.
Oak Bar:
The Oak Bar has been recently restored and is reminiscent of a British Officer's Club in the Orient. The same dark wood paneling and mirrors that flank the Oak Room are offset in the Oak Bar by smooth marble. Heraldry symbols decorate the ornately gilded and painted coffered ceiling. The furniture and décor create an inviting atmosphere to enjoy a relaxing drink or close a business deal. Boston Magazine has named the Oak Bar 'Best Hotel Bar.' The Oak Bar features one of Boston's largest martini menus with classic favorites and contemporary cocktails. The bar offers the complete Oak Room menu and an extensive raw bar. The Oak Bar features live entertainment Tuesday through Saturday evenings.
Wine Room:
The Wine Room in the award-winning Oak Room is the perfect venue for any small private event, from wedding rehearsals and birthday parties to business dinners. The elegant surroundings, including a stained glass window and dark wood paneling, are sure to impress any guest. The Wine Room can accommodate up to 30 guests.The complete Oak Room menu is available and special menus can be developed exclusively for your guests. Our expert restaurant event sales staff will work with you on every detail from selecting the perfect wine to any audio visual needs you may have.
In-Room Dining:
The Fairmont Copley Plaza offers 24-hour In-Room Dining service. The menu offers something for everyone, from elegant dinners to light snacks, including the complete award-winning Oak Room menu.
Meeting Facility
Meetings and Conventions:
Fully appointed for today's demanding business pace, the meeting rooms at The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston echo the city's rich tradition and heritage. The gilded Ballroom can entertain up to 1,000 guests in a palatial setting, or for a more intimate gathering, select the distinguished elegance of the Oval Room. With 21,000 square feet of Renaissance-inspired conference space and our impeccable service and attention to detail, we will ensure the perfect orchestration of your event. AskFairmontFirst is our toll-free service for group planners. If you are wanting more information, contact one of the following numbers: *For Catering/Function Space, call 1-888-270-4432 *For Bedroom with Meeting Space, call 1-866-662-6060 or contact us at: askfairmontfirst@fairmont.com Guests outside North America call 1-506-877-3162.
Recreation Information
Health Club:
The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston offers complimentary on-site workout facilities, including treadmills and weight machines. The Concierge Desk can provide information on other fitness centers in the area.
Court Sports:
The Boston Athletic Club offers extensive facilities for tennis, squash, racquetball, basketball and more. Club benefits such as league play, professional instruction, and partner-matching allow you to compete in an enjoyable environment, improve your game, or simply play for fun and exercise.
Jogging Trails:
The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston offers several workout options for guests. Also, miles of jogging, cycling and in-line skating trails are found just minutes from the hotel. The Concierge would be happy to provide you information and maps for all your workout needs.
Area Attractions
Boston Marathon:
The Boston Marathon takes place every year on the third Monday in April. The finish line is about 2 blocks from the hotel. For more information on the marathon please see www.bostonmarathon.org
Boston By Foot:
Take a walk with a famous historical personality. Ben Franklin will continue to ponder why Boston has such historical significance. Let Calvin Coolidge tell you about things that happened and people who made things happen back in his day. Abigail Adams or Sophie Tucker are two other captivating tour guides. After the tour, guests are able to lunch with their tour guide in a place that has historical significance to them.
Boston Duck Tours:
This exciting and fun tour is an adventure that takes place on land and by sea. Duck tours take you through the streets of Boston and into the Charles River in an authentic World War II amphibious landing vehicle. Guides, appropriately called "conDUCKtors," tell about the historical significance of different sites around Boston in an animated way. To reserve tickets, contact the hotel or visit www.bostonducktours.com.
Faneuil Hall/Quincy Market:
Located a mere 25 minute walk from the hotel, the four buildings collectively known as Faneuil Hall Marketplace (Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market, North Market and South Market) is busy with the activity of shoppers, diners and sightseers day and night, attracting millions of visitors a year. The structures are grouped around a cobblestone promenade where jugglers, magicians, mimes and bands continually entertain a constant influx of passersby. Great fun for the whole family!
Boston Common:
Located a short 8-minute walk from the hotel, across Charles Street from the Public Garden, the Boston Common marks the official start of the Freedom Trail. Boston Common is also home to a skating rink in winter and a splash-around Frog Pond in summer.
Old Town Trolley Tours:
Come explore Boston's rich history aboard the famous orange and green trolleys. Tours are fully narrated and children under 12 ride free. The best way to see Boston! Tickets are available at the concierge desk and no advance reservations are required.
The Freedom Trail:
The Freedom Trail begins approximately a 15-minute walk away from the hotel, and takes you on a red brick road past 16 sites that mark Boston's colonial history and role in the start of the Revolutionary War. Favourite stops include Paul Revere's house and Old North Church where the lanterns hung to send Paul Revere on his midnight ride. Visit www.thefreedomtrail.org.
Boston Public Garden:
BEACON HILL. Take an afternoon stroll through the oldest botanical garden in the United States and get a feel for Boston's charm and grace. The park's pond has been famous since 1877 for its swan boats, which offer leisurely cruises during warmer months.
Sports Team:
Boston is home to the Boston Bruins, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics as well as other sports team. Check with Concierge for event schedule and tickets.
Theatre District:
The theatre district in Boston is about a 15-minute walk from the hotel or a short taxi ride. Check with Concierge Desk for current events and tickets.
The New England Aquarium:
The recently expanded aquarium features 7,000 aquatic animals from around the world. The four story giant ocean tank contains a re-created coral reef and is home to sharks, turtles and moray eels.
Museums:
There are many museums and historic sites in the area. Visit the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Science, the Sports Museum, the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum, etc. Check with Concierge for a complete list of museums and prices.
