At Hotel Commonwealth, we understand the unique requirements of the pharmaceutical industry and are delighted to offer exceptional event spaces, a dedicated expert team, and tailored services designed to ensure a seamless and successful meeting or conference.
From our versatile and spacious venues to our meticulous attention to detail, we are committed to providing an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and impactful engagement for your next pharmaceutical industry event.
Pharmaceutical Meetings at Hotel Commonwealth
Explore spacious meeting and event spaces at Hotel Commonwealth, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering light drenched venues for your team or group to gather – whether you’re a group of 10 or 200! Full space buyouts are also available – reach out to our dedicated team today at (617) 532-5066.
Meetings & Event Information
Our multiple spacious and light-drenched meeting & event spaces are each capable of accommodating variable numbers of attendees depending on your preferred setup, with space available for up to 500 attendees.
To request a site tour, please contact your sales manager to arrange and schedule an appointment. Please note that complimentary guestrooms for site visits are subject to availability and approval by the appropriate Sales Manager.
Understanding how important clear lines of sight and open, inviting spaces are to a successful program, we are pleased to note that none of our event spaces feature obstructions of any kind, and thus allow for maximum tailoring to suit your event’s unique needs.
For sensitive meetings that require confidentiality, you can count on us to work with you to agree a mutually-suitable confidentiality & non-compete clause within your contract and ensure your peace of mind.
Meeting & event spaces with windows for natural light are available, ranging from the light-drenched Olmsted Room facing Kenmore Square, to the floor-to-ceiling windows of the Kenmore Room and Fenway Foyer facing legendary Fenway Park.
Yes! Complimentary, high speed (up to 1,000 kb/s) Wi-Fi access to the internet is available in all meeting spaces.
Hotel Commonwealth is pleased to partner with Encore Global. Encore provides comprehensive, state-of-the-art in-house AV services for any program size, alongside experienced on-hand technicians, all at a discounted rate for our guests. Additional charges may apply, should another AV provider be requested.
Capacity Chart
| Room | Dimensions | SQ.Feet | Theater | Classroom | Dinner | U-Shape | Conference | Reception | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fenway | 81′ x 40′ | 3,200 | 300 | 160 | 280 | 64 | 52 | 400 | 17′ 4″ |
| Fenway I | 27′ x 40′ | 1,065 | 90 | 50 | 90 | 22 | 26 | 100 | 17′ 4″ |
| FENWAY II | 27′ x 40′ | 1,065 | 90 | 50 | 90 | 22 | 26 | 100 | 17′ 4″ |
| FENWAY III | 27′ x 40′ | 1,065 | 90 | 50 | 90 | 22 | 26 | 100 | 17′ 4″ |
| Fenway Terrace (outdoor) | 37′ x 39′ | 1,430 | – | – | – | – | – | 80 | – |
| Kenmore | 28′ x 60′ | 1,650 | 115 | 80 | 100 | 40 | 44 | 200 | 10′ |
| Kenmore I | 28′ x 30′ | 825 | 55 | 40 | 50 | 20 | 20 | 75 | 10′ |
| Kenmore II | 28′ x 30′ | 825 | 55 | 40 | 50 | 20 | 20 | 75 | 10′ |
| Charles | 39′ x 22′ | 1,020 | – | – | 30 | – | 22 | 30 | 10′ |
| Beacon | 27′ x 11′ | 295 | – | – | 16 | – | 12 | – | 9′ |
| Fenway Foyer | – | 4,800 | – | – | – | – | – | 600 | – |
| Fenway Foyer I | – | 2,500 | – | – | – | – | – | 150 | 10′ |
| Fenway Foyer II | – | 2,250 | – | – | – | – | – | 150 | 17′ 4″ |
| Fenway – South Wing | – | 12,435 | – | – | – | – | – | 1000 | – |
| Esplanade | 60′ x 31′ | 1,860 | 250 | 90 | 150 | 45 | 50 | 300 | 14′ |
| Esplanade I | 20′ x 31′ | 620 | 72 | 20 | 40 | 16 | 18 | 75 | 14′ |
| Esplanade II | 20′ x 31′ | 620 | 72 | 20 | 40 | 16 | 18 | 75 | 14′ |
| Esplanade III | 20′ x 31′ | 620 | 72 | 20 | 40 | 16 | 18 | 75 | 14′ |
| Esplanade Pre-Function | – | 1400 | – | – | – | – | – | 100 | 9′ 7″ |
| Commonwealth | 30′ x 38′ | 1,140 | 120 | 64 | 80 | 26 | 24 | 100 | 9′ 7″ |
| Olmsted | 31′ x 19′ | 589 | – | – | 32 | – | 18 | 40 | 9′ 7″ |
| Longwood | 22′ x 21′ | 462 | 45 | 30 | 30 | 16 | 18 | 30 | 9′ 7″ |
Food & Beverage
Certainly – our expert conference services manager will be able to work with you to tailor a menu to suit your specific budgetary and dietary needs. With a world-class culinary team onsite, we are pleased to offer an elevated level of personalized service your attendees will remember for a long time to come.
Yes! Please provide any and all dietary requests to your Conference Services Manager upon confirming your booking, and rest assured your attendees will be well looked after.
ROOMS & SUITES
Explore our Stunning & Spacious Rooms
In guestrooms that are large, light drenched and eminently livable, you’ll find the perfect place to set off and return to. Each room is curated with cosmopolitan conveniences that let guests function well and sleep even better!
Frequently Asked Questions on Guestroom Provisions
Hotel Commonwealth guest inclusions:
Selection of curated snacks
Daily coffee and tea service
Refillable PATH water bottles & still/sparkling water station
24-hour fitness center access
Access to high speed Wi-Fi in-room and throughout shared spaces
In-room Google Chromecast streaming service
Unlimited local and toll-free calls
Luxury Malin+Goetz bath essentials
Exclusive offer on Malin+Goetz products
Access to the Panopticon Gallery with rotating artwork
10% off hotel retail shop items, 15% off a Tracksmith running apparel on Newbury street
To help you minimize risk, you will be able to take advantage of a mutually-agreeable tiered cancellation schedule that incorporates your allowable room block attrition waiver. Additionally, you can count on us to include a mutually-agreeable re-sale clause and re-booking clause to help you mitigate damages.
Applicable Guestroom Taxes:
- MA Occupancy Tax – 5.7%
- City Tax – 6.5%
- Convention Tax – 2.75%
- Tourism Assessment Tax – 1.5%
Applicable Meeting & Event Taxes:
- MA F&B Tax – 7%
- Banqueting Admin Fee – 10% of F&B
Parking & Transportation
- Logan International Airport (BOS) – 5 miles | 8 Kilometers
- Kenmore Square Subway Station – onsite!
- Boston Back Bay Station – 1.2 miles | 1.9 Kilometers
- Boston South Station – 4 miles | 6.4 Kilometers
- While we do not provide shuttle services to and from the airport, we are happy to coordinate transportation services. Please reach out to your conference services manager at the time of planning.
- We offer onsite valet parking at a cost of $75 per vehicle per night.
Maximum vehicle height is 6’6″
