Courtyard by Marriott, Boston Copley Square

Courtyard by Marriott Boston Copley Square is a boutique hotel in Back Bay set inside a building completed in 1890 and opened in 1891 as a residence called Exeter Chambers. The residence was built to give young men moving to the city from rural farms a home away from home, and it later drew affluent families, newlyweds and women of status. Today it offers 81 guest rooms and suites with oversized windows, plush furnishings and modern amenities.

The hotel opened under the Marriott name in May 2004, and guests are greeted on arrival by the building’s original arched stained-glass windows. Historic details of the residence included marble floors, carved wooden mantels, curved bay windows with seats and wrought-iron railings. The hotel offers easy access to major attractions, upscale shopping, restaurants and public transportation, and it serves both business travelers and leisure visitors.

What to Know

• By 1900, the building was listed among Boston’s prestigious addresses in the city’s social blue book.
• Complimentary Wi-Fi and a fitness center are available to guests.
• The hotel is listed with Meet Boston as a special event venue with meeting space.
• On-site dining is available, with more restaurants nearby in Back Bay.