Our Story
Hotel Commonwealth stands in the heart of Kenmore Square, and Kenmore Square is at the heart of Hotel Commonwealth.
Originally conceived as part of an urban renewal project undertaken by Boston University in 2003, Hotel Commonwealth was built from the ground up in reverence to the surrounding architecture, and also underwent a radical renovation in 2015 which added over 8,000 square feet of premium event spaces and 96 luxurious modern guestrooms. Since the beginning, we have been at the forefront of a neighborhood renaissance that has seen Kenmore Square energized as the cultural and entertainment hub of Boston!
You’ll find nods to our storied past all over the property: from artwork by local artists gracing our lobby and hallways, to elevators signed by Baseball luminaries, to uniquely appointed Signature Suites celebrating Boston’s literary greats, Baseball, and the (in)famous Rathskeller live music venue – the grandaddy of Boston Rock – which once stood on this very spot.
We’re enormously proud of the role the hotel has had and continues to play in the Fenway/Kenmore area’s evolution, and it’s this commitment to our community that sets us apart. Today, Hotel Commonwealth is the official hotel of the Boston Red Sox, with over 50 rooms overlooking the iconic Fenway Park’s Green Monster, and exclusive baseball packages you won’t find anywhere else. We also champion local charities, donating over $10,000 a year to various causes, and maintain close ties to Boston University along with a whole host of local businesses.
And even as we support our neighborhood, we tend the Earth we all share with environmental initiatives including refillable PATH water bottles, energy and water saving laundry, the use of phosphate and NPE-free detergents, single-stream recycling, and our in-house Clean Earth Clean Air Program. In addition, we compost all food waste from our kitchen and event services, allowing for zero-waste meetings and events.
But more than anything else, it’s our people who make Hotel Commonwealth one of Boston’s top-rated hotels, year in, year out. From front of house to heart of house, our staff care passionately about unscripted service and genuine hospitality, always willing to go above and beyond for our guests.
Whether you’re travelling for business or celebrating a special event, taking in a Baseball game, concert, or just looking for an escape, we look forward to being a part of your story, and to welcoming you into ours!
Adam Sperling
General Manager