Five hotels within 0.35 miles of Boston Symphony Hall, ranked by walking distance. All are bookable, full-service properties verified operating in 2026, covering mid-range through five-star segments in the Back Bay and Fenway-Kenmore neighborhoods.
How we ranked these hotels near Boston Symphony Hall
Walking distance from the hall's front entrance at 301 Massachusetts Ave drives the order. We calculated walk times at 20 minutes per mile, the standard urban pedestrian pace, and rounded to the nearest whole minute. Where two hotels fall within 0.1 miles of each other, the higher star rating moves up. Verified sustainability credentials break any remaining tie.
All five hotels are within a 7-minute walk of the hall, which means you can leave at intermission, grab a drink, and still beat the post-show crowd. The list was limited to bookable hotels with a physical street address in Back Bay or Fenway-Kenmore, no apartments or short-term rentals.
Quick comparison: hotels near Boston Symphony Hall
| Hotel | Stars | Walk to hall | Guest rating | Sustainability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheraton Boston Hotel | 4 | 1 min (0.01 mi) | 8.2 | Marriott Bonvoy TakeCare program |
| Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston | 5 | 1 min (0.06 mi) | 9.4 | LEED Gold certified building |
| The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay | 4 | 4 min (0.20 mi) | 9.0 | None verified |
| citizenM Boston Back Bay | 4 | 5 min (0.23 mi) | 9.0 | BREEAM certified building |
| Courtyard Boston Copley Square | 3 | 7 min (0.34 mi) | 9.2 | Marriott Serve 360 program |
Getting to Boston Symphony Hall from these hotels
- The MBTA Green Line E branch stops at Symphony station on Huntington Avenue, one block from the hall's main entrance. From any of these hotels you can walk or take one stop.
- Post-show rideshare pickup on Massachusetts Avenue backs up after major performances. Walking back to your hotel is faster than waiting for a car if you are within 0.25 miles.
- Parking in Back Bay on concert nights fills by 7 p.m. All five hotels charge for on-site parking. The Prudential Center garage on Belvidere Street is the closest public option.
- The hall's box office opens 90 minutes before curtain. If you are staying at the Sheraton or Four Seasons on Dalton Street, you can wait in your room until 30 minutes before the performance.
Neighborhood context: Back Bay and the Huntington Avenue arts corridor
The five hotels on this list sit in two overlapping Boston neighborhoods. The Sheraton and Four Seasons occupy the block where Back Bay meets the Prudential Center complex on Dalton Street, putting guests within sight of the Hynes Convention Center and a short walk from Copley Square. The Colonnade and citizenM sit on Huntington Avenue itself, the same street that connects the hall to the Museum of Fine Arts four blocks west. The Courtyard Boston Copley Square anchors the Exeter Street end of Back Bay, closer to Copley Square and the Boston Public Library.
All five locations give you Newbury Street retail and dining within a 5-minute walk, and the Green Line E branch at Symphony station connects you to the rest of the city in minutes.
The hotels
Sheraton Boston Hotel
39 Dalton Street, Boston
8.21,790 reviews
Participates in Marriott Bonvoy's TakeCare program, which covers linen reuse, energy monitoring, and waste reduction targets across the property.4 min walk to Hynes Convention Center (Green Line B/Green Line C/Green Line D)
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Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston
1 DALTON STREET, Boston
9.4320 reviews
The One Dalton tower earned LEED Gold certification during construction, covering energy efficiency, water use reduction, and sustainable materials across the building's residential and hotel floors.5 min walk to Hynes Convention Center (Green Line B/Green Line C/Green Line D)
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The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay
120 Huntington Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 02116, Boston
9.0537 reviews
3 min walk to Prudential (Green Line E)The Colonnade Back Bay earns its place with a 9.0 guest rating and a rooftop pool that makes it a strong choice for a pre-concert stay, sitting 0.20 miles from the hall on Huntington Avenue, the same street that runs past the venue
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citizenM Boston Back Bay
408 Newbury Street, Boston
9.04,257 reviews
The citizenM Boston Back Bay building holds BREEAM certification, covering energy performance, water efficiency, and responsible material sourcing across the property.6 min walk to Hynes Convention Center (Green Line B/Green Line C/Green Line D)
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Courtyard Boston Copley Square
88 Exeter Street, Boston
9.2286 reviews
Participates in Marriott's Serve 360 program, which tracks energy and water consumption at the property level and sets annual reduction targets.2 min walk to Copley (Green Line B/Green Line C/Green Line D)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Boston Symphony Hall?＋
The Sheraton Boston Hotel at 39 Dalton Street is the closest option at 0.01 miles, roughly a 1-minute walk. The Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street is the next closest at 0.06 miles, also about a 1-minute walk.
Can you walk from these hotels to Boston Symphony Hall?＋
Yes. All five hotels are within a 7-minute walk of the hall's entrance at 301 Massachusetts Ave. The Sheraton and Four Seasons on Dalton Street are under 1 minute on foot. The Courtyard Boston Copley Square at the far end of the list is a 7-minute walk via Boylston Street.
What MBTA station is closest to Boston Symphony Hall?＋
Symphony station on the Green Line E branch sits on Huntington Avenue, about a 2-minute walk from the hall's main entrance. If you are coming from Back Bay hotels near the Prudential Center, the Prudential station on the same E branch is also convenient.
Is there parking near Boston Symphony Hall?＋
Several of these hotels offer on-site parking, including the Sheraton Boston Hotel and the Courtyard Boston Copley Square, though fees apply. The Prudential Center garage on Belvidere Street is the closest public parking option for concert nights.
Which of these hotels has the best guest rating?＋
The Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street leads with a 9.4 guest rating. The Courtyard Boston Copley Square follows at 9.2, and both The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay and citizenM Boston Back Bay score 9.0.
Are any of these hotels eco-certified?＋
Two hotels on this list carry verified building certifications. The Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street holds LEED Gold certification, and citizenM Boston Back Bay holds BREEAM certification. The Sheraton and Courtyard participate in Marriott's portfolio-wide sustainability programs.
