No. 284 powered by Sonder

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Exterior
Pool
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
284 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, 02115
  • Newbury Street
    1 min walk
  • Hynes Convention Center
    2 min walk
  • The Shops at Prudential Center
    3 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)
    22 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 16 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 19 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shower Grab Bars

  • 29 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 20 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 34 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

No. 284 powered by Sonder

Aparthotel in Boston, steps from Newbury Street
A library and a front desk safe are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Each apartment offers a flat-screen TV with digital channels, plus a microwave and an electric kettle. A hairdryer, an iron/ironing board and free toiletries are among the other amenities that guests will find. Housekeeping is available on request.
No. 284 powered by Sonder offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The shopping around No. 284 powered by Sonder gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Copley Square. Enjoy features like a library. Built in 1881, this upmarket aparthotel has 23 apartments over 5 floors. Each apartment offers a flat-screen TV and a microwave.
  • Each apartment offers a flat-screen TV, a microwave and an electric kettle
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a lift and a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Newbury Street and Hynes Convention Center
No. 284 powered by Sonder offers its guests a library, a terrace, and a front desk safe. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 4-star Boston aparthotel is smoke free.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Library
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 23 units
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1881
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0015250351
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

No. 284 Guesthouse Boston
No. 284 Guesthouse
No. 284 Boston
No. 284
Sonder No. 284 Back Bay
No 284 Powered By Sonder
Sonder | No. 284 Back Bay
No. 284 powered by Sonder Boston
No. 284 powered by Sonder Aparthotel

No. 284 powered by Sonder Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 678 out of 849 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 849 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 849 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 849 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 849 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yanyan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location, easy to access everything. Very convenient and safe area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
The room smelled like smoke, and the bathroom smelled musty. There might be a mold problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lindsay

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
This property charged be a steep fee for “evidence of smoking”. Neither my husband nor I are smokers, not to mention the fact I am 20 weeks pregnant and was traveling with a 1 year old. When I asked to see the evidence they said the matter was not up for debate. They have not returned any of communications but quickly charged my card.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alyssa A

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Back bay gem
Great spacious clean room in a wonderful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Marina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms, noisy, poor management, no service on site, no housekeeping, and very pricy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay here. The bed was super comfortable and the room was very nice. We also appreciated the library and outdoor space. The location is fantastic - on a quieter road right next to loads of Back Bay shops and restaurants. We will certainly be staying here again next time we’re in Boston!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela R

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Nice property in a fantastic area, but my room on the first floor had an unpleasant, musty smell and dust in the corners of the ceiling that made it feel not so clean. I would probably not stay here again unless there were no other nearby options or the price was much lower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Larry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rudest customer service I’ve ever dealt with- do not stay here
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The room was very clean, and had a nice view looking out to commonwealth ave. I was worried about parking, but was only there for a night so parked at the garage next to King's which was only a 4 minute walk. The check in was seamless and all communications overall were great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for solo traveling!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

melvin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time to Boston - my wife and I. In researching where to stay, Back Bay was maybe the 3rd or 4th neighborhood on our list. However, due to limited availability during the holiday week we found this property and decided to book. After now having explored all of Boston for a week, we’re so happy we found this place. Back Bay was the perfect location. Walking distance to major museums, Fenway, Freedom Trail, MIT campus (where we watched fireworks). Newbury St. (one street behind the hotel) is lined with restaurants and cafes. There’s even a CVS and a Trader Joe’s <5mins away (walking) if you like to stock up on snacks/drinks for the room like we do. Very safe, tree-lined walkway in front of the building that leads all the way to downtown. Couldn’t have been happier with the location. As for the property itself: we found it to be clean, comfy and charming. There’s a 24/7 chat and the hotel’s team is very responsive. Negatives? The Queen Master suite is a bit cramped for space, but the location in Back Bay was well worth the trade off. We gave the hotel 5 of 5 stars because it was a perfect home base for a great first trip to Boston.

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it was close to everything and easy to check in and out. Also loved the quietness inside the apartment and comfy at home feeling. It was a great mix of old and new amenities and decor. Parking was a little difficult at first but best thing to do if you have a car is to park at the garage on Dalton street for 24 hour parking. Wish that was communicated more instead of us having to research it. But overall, loved the apartment and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Contactless travel
Really great stay. A perfect place for anyone with social anxiety. Contactless check in is my new favorite way to travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Page

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disappointed
The location is wonderful. The historic part of the building sounded intriguing. We arrived at 5:30 pm, there is no "Real" front desk. You are self serve with a code to the front door and #rm door. That means zero service. The room smelled musty, the coffee maker was cheap and did not operate properly. Shower had no water pressure and there was no counter space for any personal items in the bathroom. It felt like an unattended Airbnb. No room cleans unless requested and a 24 hr notice to Sonder ?? I wish we had stayed at the Eliot down the street, same location and looked amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Wendi

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Horrible Stay- think rating is rigged
Room was very small. No one to report room issues to but a call center. Cold water did work properly, tv not working even after following their printed instruction. Minimum towels available. Bathroom door could not be fully opened (hit night stand) everything looked tired. Hard to get dressed in room. “The Library “ on 1st floor, I tried to work in but no WiFi there. Horrible!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

nova

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was what we needed when my daughter had to visit Boston University. It was superclose to Newbury St. Food and shopping nearby. The train station was also close by. Neighborhood was quiet and safe. Check in and check out was easy. If you just want a place to stay without any frills and fancy this is for you. There is a locker by lobby for storage if you need to leave stuff, 1st come 1st served.
Entrance of building
Lounge area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024