Aparthotel

The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay

3.5 star property
Aparthotel in Boston, steps from Newbury Street

Choose dates to view prices

Located near Copley Square, Sonder The Magnolia offers modern accommodations with free WiFi in common areas. Travelers are within easy reach of Fenway Park. Helpful concierge staff can recommend routes to Northeastern University or suggest local experiences.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!

About the area

Map
234 Newbury Street, Boston, MA, 02116

Getting around

  • Copley Station - 5 min walk
  • Back Bay Station - 9 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 22 min drive

About this property

The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay

Aparthotel in Boston, steps from Newbury Street
This smoke-free aparthotel features concierge services and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each apartment offers a fridge, a flat-screen TV with digital channels and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with designer toiletries and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 11 units
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Towels (changed on request)

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Sonder mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Property Registration Number LB-463019

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Sonder The Magnolia

Frequently asked questions

Is The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay located?

Located in Back Bay, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Newbury Street and Hynes Convention Center. Copley Square and Copley Place are also within 10 minutes. Copley Station is only a 5-minute walk and Hynes Convention Center Station is 7 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

The Magnolia Apartments Back Bay Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 79 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location in the heart of shops. Quiet and clean location. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again ❤️.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It is a perfect place to stay in Boston close to shopping and dining, in the heart of Newbury street. However, there is no elevator so check the floor you are staying in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cant beat location! Its a basic unit on a perfect location. I’m a regular at Sonder. This js my 7th Sonder and 5th on this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place , size of the apartment , very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, flexible check in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was in a great location and access was straightforward. The living area and bathroom was good although the kitchen had nothing to cook in apart from a microwave. The best was comfortable and the room spacious but the room we had overlooked an alley where bins seemed to be collected at 4am everyday which was not really conducive to sleep. The blinds also didn't do much so we didn't have the best night's sleep. This is a brilliant location and was really easy to communicate with so I don't want to put anyone off, but just be aware of the noise and light pollution and the lack of cooking equipment
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ants in room with 2 rolls of toilet paper for one week stay. Tried to communicate this information but no action taken. Loud noise in the evenings and early mornings. Good location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Vibrant outside, nice and quiet inside
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
My first trip to Boston. Loved the location with all the cute little shops around it. Easy to access. Has all the amenities for a lovely stay. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice unit. Access in the dark was a challenge. Carrying luggage up the stairs late in the evening was a bummer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location. No elevator. No parking.

Outstanding unit. No elevators. All walk up units. No parking. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a great location, central and close to shops and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanida

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay in a lovely location. Highly recommended! Spacious and secure with lovely street views.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sensational location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garrison

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location, very nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great location. Within walking distance to Fenway, shops, and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ideally located in heart of Back Bay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a nice little apartment for my short stay.Other than the stairs which I didn’t know about until just before I arrived, it was exactly as described. Clean and nicely decorated. It is a little loud in the neighborhood but even that was addresses with the amenities. I would definitely use again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Great apartment in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is in a great location! We were able to walk to many different locations and there is a subway station nearby. We will definitely stay at this location again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleonora

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The apartment was better than I could’ve expected. The location was perfect on Newbury St., it was very spacious, super clean, furnished pretty, and overall a great place to stay and would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Lovely apartment, small but catered for all of our needs. Great location to explore Boston. 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Courtney

Disliked: Room comfort, communication

Hotel does not have an elevator

I realized the hotel doesn’t have an elevator once they assigned my room and shared I needed to walk up to the third floor. They were not able to accommodate an accessible room and would not refund my cancelation. Beware. This was not listed in any of the reviews. I am virtually certain this detail was omitted on the property details when I booked. It is now listed under accessibility. They should call this what it is - a walk up apartment. I expect more from a Marriott property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Parking turned out to be easy but might not have been if we arrived at a different time. Don't know, but was great for us. Great area to be in.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Close to restaurants, coffee shops, and retail

Comfortable, functional, and clean suite. While no reception and consierge on site, they have have a good chat option for questions and lockers to store luggage. Great area with lots of restaurants, coffee shops, and retail. The bedroom had a sound machine and sleep mask in case street noise and light becomes an issue.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024