Apartment vacation rentals in Back Bay

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  • Total vacation rentals

    Explore 310 vacation rentals in Back Bay

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    Over 18,220 verified reviews to help you choose

  • Family-friendly vacation rentals

    40 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

  • Pet-friendly vacation rentals

    Find 170 rentals that welcome pets

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    160 properties have a dedicated workspace

  • Wi-Fi availability

    300 of Back Bay vacation rentals include wi-fi access

  • Popular amenities for guests

    Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool 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

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Top guest favorite
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

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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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviews
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A bright bedroom features a spacious bed with an orange throw and decorative pillows. Two windows provide natural light, with blinds partially drawn. A closet door and a small side table with a lamp are also visible, along with a framed artwork on the wall.
Apartment in South End

Super location! Walk everywhere! 1 bed / 1 bath

Walk everywhere! Can you believe this location? 4 mins from subway stations and in the middle of everything. This apartment is located in the heart of Boston. Walking distance to the T stations of Symphony and Hynes Convention Center. Right between South End and Back Bay. Very close to Christian Science Plaza, Prudential Center, restaurants, bars, Fenway Park, plenty of local stores and more. This small and beautiful 1 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment includes everything you'll need for your stay.

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews
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An open living and dining area is highlighted by a wooden dining table set with decorative plates. The space features grey upholstered chairs and a cozy seating arrangement with light-toned furniture. A circular chandelier hangs above, while exposed brick accents add texture to the room.
Apartment in Dorchester

🎖The Ashmont Suite | Close to Subway + Downtown🎖

This high end & unique 3 bed / 2 bath unit is brand new, along with all the furnishings. It includes 1 King, 1 Double, & 1 Single size private bedrooms. The unit is extremely clean and remarkably decorated. Only a 5 minute walk to Ashmont station (red line), which takes you directly into Downtown Boston, Harvard Square, South Boston, Kendall/MIT, U Mass. There’s also plenty of parking available in front of the property. As well as a local coffee shop & a Dunkin just across Ashmont T station.

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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
Top guest favorite
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

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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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 308 reviews
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Apartment in Back Bay

(N2F) Bay Windows, Newbury, Prime Location!

🌆 Stay on Iconic Newbury Street, Back Bay Experience Boston at its most stylish on Newbury Street, famous for its historic brownstones, tree-lined sidewalks, and vibrant atmosphere. 🛍️ Stroll right outside your door to explore designer boutiques, local shops, art galleries, and some of the city’s best cafés and restaurants. You’ll be just steps from Copley Square, the Prudential Center, and the Charles River Esplanade, with easy access to the Green Line T for exploring the rest of the city.

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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 275 reviews
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A modern kitchen with sleek cabinetry and a spacious island features three high-backed bar stools. Stainless steel appliances are visible, along with a contemporary backsplash. Natural light brightens the space through large windows, offering views of the green meadow outside.
Apartment in Brighton

New 3 bedroom, 2 bath unit, meadow view!

Located on the 2nd floor of a brand-new building, this modern unit is perfect for family and group trips! Living in this quiet, residential neighborhood, you will be minutes away from many universities (BC, BU, Harvard, MIT, NEU, etc.), downtown Boston, and many major attractions (Boston Common, Newbury Street, Freedom Trail, etc.). Relax and enjoy the peaceful meadow views at the back of the building. Subway stations, bus stops, and restaurants and grocery store are within walking distance!

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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
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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

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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4.85 out of 5 average rating, 259 reviews
Top guest favorite
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

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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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 478 reviews
Top guest favorite
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

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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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 420 reviews
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Apartment in Fenway-Kenmore

Brownstone Luxury Penthouse Condo

Beautiful and sunny 2 bed 2 bath renovated 3rd floor penthouse condo with access to all that Boston has to offer! Walking distance to shops, groceries, and entertainment, including Fenway Park!, Immediate access to Green Line subway as well as other local transportation! Enjoy our primary bedroom with king size bed and ensuite bathroom, 2nd bedroom with full bed, additional full bathroom, full kitchen with dining area, living room with fireplace, and balcony with sitting area!

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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 137 reviews
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A cozy semi-private patio area features two vibrant red egg chairs with plush cushions, positioned around a small table. A door leads directly into the studio apartment, while shadows of the chairs play on the ground, highlighting the inviting outdoor space.
Apartment in South End

(476-2) Clean & Cozy, South End / Back Bay!

📍 Columbus Avenue in Boston is a vibrant and bustling street that runs through the heart of the Back Bay and South End neighborhoods. Lined with charming brownstones, trendy shops, and a wide variety of dining options, it offers a delightful urban experience for guests. 🚶‍♂️🍽️🛍️ The avenue is well-connected and provides easy access to many of the city’s top attractions, making it an ideal home base for exploring Boston’s rich history and cultural offerings. 🏛️🎭

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4.78 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews
Top guest favorite
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

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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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 545 reviews

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