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40 Berkeley

40 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116
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3.5 of 5 stars 234 Reviews
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What travelers say about this specialty lodging
  • Back bay(5)
  • College dorm(5)
  • Breakfast selection(3)
  • Pool table(3)
  • Private room(3)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)
  • Very good(3)
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Jill_E_08_08
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012 NEW

40 Berkeley was exactly what my group needed and wanted. The common areas are beautiful and spacious, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the breakfast is beyond belief. It's a ten minute gorgeous walk to the T. I also loved the diverse clientele; everyone can feel at home at 40 Berkeley. I wouldn't want to stay anywhere else! More

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OsmondPM
Boston, Massachusetts
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4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2012 NEW

I was on travel to US and had a conference in Boston. In the beginning I was planning to book a room at the conference venue but decided not to because the price is unreasonable if I book a single room for myself. Then I found 40 Berkeley and booked a single room. I was surprised that the hostel looks... More

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Emily J
New York, NY
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012 NEW

The staff was very accommodating and welcoming for our large group. It is a very economical option for groups to stay in a wonderful part of the city. Prior to our arrival, the staff worked with us budget-wise etc. We were warmly greeted with cookies and a group welcome. More

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ManonSiggi
Reykjavik, Iceland
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4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2012 NEW

Unfortunately there were some heating problems on our floor, so our room was very cold and the hallway close to freezing. The (full) bed was kinda small too, but the helpful staff made our stay none the less a very pleasant one. The breakfast is very standard American (eggs, bacon, pancakes) which probably works for most people, but for a... More

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Vitor E Camila M
Londrina, Parana, Brazil
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2012
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All right...they do rent apartments to elderly people. Not that this can be a problem (actually, you can engage a really nice conversation with some of those), but some people just don't like. With this said, the staff did a good and fast job, and we could leave the luggage there before check-in. The room is clean, but the heater... More

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Berkeley, Director of Events and Media at 40 Berkeley, responded to this review
February 16, 2012

Hi Vitor! Thanks so much for posting your feedback! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and just wanted to take a moment to clarify a couple of your concerns. In terms of our accommodations, we currently only offer private rooms. All of our residents reside in private rooms as well, so there's no need to worry about sharing... More

Alwaysnow
Daegu, South Korea
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012

It was good to stay in this conveniently-located residence. The downtown area is in easy walking distance, as is the theatre area and the MoFA. The "T" could be closer. I didn't get a confirmation of my online booking by email. Was this a hiccup or policy? Breakfast was varied, ample and nutritious. The staff were very helpful and there... More

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Berkeley, Director of Events and Media at 40 Berkeley, responded to this review
January 30, 2012

Hi Alwaysnow! I'm so glad your group had the opportunity to stay with us and explore Boston! Thanks for taking the time to post about it on TripAdvisor. I wanted to take a moment to clarify a couple points you made in your review. If you made the booking directly with our front desk staff, they always send a confirmation... More

bw8786
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2012

Not sure what the deal is but there are certainly some people who stay that are not there for a hostel visit. Saw somewhere else that someone claimed it serves as a battered women's shelter which after staying, I may believe. So that portion could make some slightly uncomfortable. Otherwise, nice to have private room, good location and overall good... More

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Berkeley, Director of Events and Media at 40 Berkeley, responded to this review
January 30, 2012

Hi, and thanks for posting your comments about 40 Berkeley! To give you a bit of background on our building, we are not actually a shelter for battered women. The building that we now call home is the former YWCA Residence for Women. It was purchased in 2010 by a South End couple with years of real estate experience who... More

JosieFMH
Wellington
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2012

I stayed here with a friend for two nights, after staying in hostel dorm rooms for weeks and weeks the private rooms were a lovely break. Staff here were very helpful and kind and the breakfast was awesome- cooked breakfast and waffles! It is more similar to a hotel than a hostel as we did not really get the hostel... More

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Thomas J
Hartford, Connecticut
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

What can I say. You just can't find any other place to stay that offers a single bed to yourself and free internet for less than $120. Best of all, it's within the heart of the city. More

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Thato B
Orlando, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

I enjoyed my stay at 40 Berkley, the room was comfortable, the free breakfast was delicious and the portions were plentiful. The residence was in the center of all the best cites we wanted to see. Everything was kept very clean and the showers were clean, spacious and well maintainied. I especially enjpoyed the professional staff. More

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Berkeley, Director of Events and Media at 40 Berkeley, responded to this review
January 24, 2012

Hi Thato! Thanks for the awesome review! We very much enjoyed hosting you, and hope to see you again soon. If there is anything additional we can do to help with your travel needs, please don't hesitate to let us know! Best Wishes and Safe Travels, 40 Berkeley More

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