Vacation rentals in Back Bay

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  • Total vacation rentals

    Explore 510 vacation rentals in Back Bay

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  • Family-friendly vacation rentals

    90 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly vacation rentals

    Find 250 rentals that welcome pets

  • Vacation rentals with a pool

    10 properties feature pools

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    270 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    490 of Back Bay vacation rentals include wi-fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Self check-in, Monthly stays, and Gym across Back Bay rentals

  • 4.6 Average rating

    Back Bay stays receive an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 from guests

  • Nearby attractions

    Back Bay's top spots, include Prudential Center, Newbury Street, and Boston Public Library

Top-rated vacation rentals in Back Bay

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The living area features a decorative fireplace and a 55-inch smart TV mounted above the mantel. Two large windows allow natural light to fill the space, with soft furnishings and a cozy ambiance created by tasteful decor and a chandelier.
Apartment in Shawmut
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviews

Astonishing 1 Bed South End Boston's Best Location

Clean, unique, bright, inviting, 1-bedroom on the 1st floor. Newly renovated with astonishing ceilings, new tall custom windows, new appliances. The best of Boston outside your door Located half a block to Restaurant Row, where you’ll find some of the best dining in the city. Famous bakeries, coffee shops are all near, a super effortless walk to the very BEST Boston has to offer. Complimentary Keurig coffee, snacks, Netflix, movie channels, high speed internet. It doesn't get better than this!

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A modern kitchen area is visible, featuring sleek cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. A breakfast bar with two red stools offers a cozy dining option. Gleaming hardwood floors extend into the adjoining living space, illuminated by natural light from nearby windows.
Apartment in South End
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 308 reviews

S End/B Bay border! Copley Location- Perfect 1 Br

Elegant, Spotless and Perfectly Located on the South End/Back Bay border! Best Location in Boston! Picturesque & serene Lawrence Street. Pristine, Sleek & beautifully furnished 1 bdrm 1 bath home. 1 block to Copley Sq/Pru, Back Bay station. 3 blocks to Newbury St. Gleaming hardwood floors, full kitchen with SS appliances, and granite counters. Large bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Private Washer & Dryer. Brick paved, tree-lined, quiet street in the historic South End district. Walk score 98!

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A historic entrance features a red front door framed by white trim inside a covered porch. The space is adorned with a hanging lantern and flanked by traditional shutters on either side. A set of stairs leads up to the doorway, surrounded by exposed brick.
Apartment in South End
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews

Historic townhouse in the heart of Boston

This 1860s townhouse is located right in the heart of historic Boston. Wander onto a cobble-stoned street described by the Boston Herald as "... out of a Sherlock Holmes story." Bay Village's gas lantern-lit neighborhood was known to Paul Revere as South Cove. Edgar Allen Poe was born here. We're just steps from Back Bay, Chinatown, Theater District, South End, Boston Public Gardens, and Boston Commons. Massachusetts Room Occupancy Excise Registration Certificate Number: C0031650351

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Condo in South End
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews

Luxury Boston 2BR,Back Bay, Pru, Copley, Fenway

Stylish, newly renovated 2BR in a classic South End building: on a quiet street, walk to Copley Square, Boston Public Garden, Prudential Sq, Boston Common, and world class restaurants. Enjoy a king bed in the primary room, queen in the second bedroom, central air, 3 smart TVs, a fully stocked kitchen, and a dreamy bay window reading nook. Thoughtfully designed for relaxing after a day in the city. Walk to shops, cafes, and parks, everything Boston has to offer is right outside your door.

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A cozy living area is highlighted by exposed brick walls and wooden flooring. A dark sofa with decorative pillows is positioned near a sleek coffee table, which holds a decorative bowl. Natural light filters through sheer curtains, adding to the inviting ambiance.
Apartment in Fenway-Kenmore
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 480 reviews

Symphony Place

Newly renovated apartment in a Boston colonial style brick building in the heart of the art district. Walking distance to many of Boston's attractions and institutions: Fenway Park, Symphony Hall, Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall, , Northeastern University, Berklee College of Music and many others. Steps away from Green and Orange lines of the subway and other public transportation options. Whole Foods is around the corner.

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A functional kitchen area is shown, featuring a corner layout with wooden cabinets and marble countertops. A double sink is positioned under the cabinet, while a white stove is situated next to a vintage wall clock. Fresh flowers are displayed in a vase on the counter.
Apartment in South End
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 421 reviews

Charming South End Duplex (Pets Ok)

Ground floor duplex with backyard. In the heart of the South End. The best restaurants and coffee shops in Boston are within 1-2 blocks. We are pet friendly with a dog park 1 block away. A Victorian brownstone with 2 floors and a big backyard. 2 separate bedrooms (queen beds) with exposed brick and heavy duty AC units in each BR. The third bed is a queen sized Serta air mattress(easily inflatable) A massive parlor level, very spacious. Easily the best neighborhood in Boston.

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A spacious living area features tall ceilings and large bay windows allowing ample natural light. A comfortable sectional sofa is positioned around a glass coffee table, with two chairs nearby. A gas fireplace and modern entertainment system are highlighted, creating a welcoming environment.
Condo in South End
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 270 reviews

South End 1800sqft 2BR Audiophile Paradise

Stylish, luxury South End brownstone perfect for work or play. 10 minutes to financial district, 12 minutes to Harvard, less than 10 minutes to Fenway, and walk to Boston Common. Quintessential Boston South End historical district home with TALL ceilings, fantastic natural light, direct view of Columbus Avenue, in the middle of everything South End has to offer Private street parking space almost surely available within 1 minute walk (must coordinate with host in advance)

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A spacious sleeping area is shown featuring a metal frame bed with a blue checkered bedding set. Dark wood furniture, including matching cabinets and a mirror, complements the room. A door to the right provides access to the unit, while a paddle board hangs on the wall.
Apartment in Back Bay
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 546 reviews

Cozy Back Bay Boston Retreat!

There is not a better location in the city with quick and easy access to everything Boston has to offer, as well as the neighboring communities. You will find the space to be a little sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of city life whether you are in Boston for work or leisure. Much like rest of Back Bay, the space and finishes have a Victorian era feel with some updates made throughout the decades. I hope you can relax and feel at home!

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A bright living area is highlighted by a circular dining table surrounded by four chairs. A large round mirror above a white fireplace reflects the light. Warm wooden floors contrast with the cream walls, accentuated by subtle decor elements and natural light from nearby windows.
Condo in Boston
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews

Condo in downtown Boston

Quintessential Boston Brownstone. Private patio, 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath. Welcome to Bay Village! The most central location in Boston with a safe, residential feel. This condo is perfectly well kept, newly furnished, & comfortable with Central Air. We have a desk set-up for WFH, and kitchenware to cook a fabulous meal. Take a few steps out of the condo and enjoy all the Boston has to offer! STR544848

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Apartment in Back Bay
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Elegant Back Bay Stay on Hereford Street

Enjoy the entire first floor of a beautifully restored Back Bay brownstone. This spacious one-bedroom apartment features a queen bed, dedicated workspace, separate living and dining area with a classic bay window, fully equipped kitchen, and modern bathroom with a walk-in shower. Just steps from Newbury Street, Copley Square, restaurants, shopping, and many of Boston’s top attractions.

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The living area features a spacious, modern sectional sofa in a bold pink hue, paired with a geometric coffee table in a deep green color. Large windows allow natural light to fill the room, highlighting the exposed brick wall and nearby dining space with multicolored chairs.
Apartment in Back Bay
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

Stunning Penthouse, Private Deck & River Views

📍 Stay in the heart of Back Bay, just steps from Newbury Street, the Prudential Center, and Copley Square. ✨ This inviting space is close to Boston’s top hospitals—Mass General, Brigham and Women’s, Boston Children’s—prestigious universities like Harvard, MIT, BU, and Northeastern, and iconic landmarks such as Boston Common, the Freedom Trail, and the Museum of Fine Arts. 🏛️

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Top guest favorite
A spacious living area features a high wood-beamed ceiling and large windows overlooking greenery. A comfortable couch and plush chairs are arranged around a coffee table. A staircase leads to a loft area, and a flat-screen TV is visible in the background.
Apartment in Roxbury
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 431 reviews

Light-Filled Luxury Apartment with View

Beautiful top floor luxury apartment in stately Victorian home. Extraordinary views of historic park as your front yard! Your own entrance through a private garden. Apartment is a studio-style open living space with full kitchen, living area, and bedroom bay with queen bed. Also includes loft bedroom with 2 twin beds.

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