What Hotel Commonwealth does

Hotel Commonwealth is a 245-room luxury boutique hotel operating at 500 Commonwealth Avenue in Boston's Kenmore Square, founded in 2003 as part of a Boston University urban renewal project and renovated extensively in 2015. The property functions as the Official Hotel of the Boston Red Sox and serves leisure travelers, business travelers, corporate meeting planners, sports fans, wedding hosts, and college families through 245 guestrooms (including signature Boston-themed suites), over 12,500 square feet of event space across 10 venues, and three on-site dining concepts (Blue Ribbon Sushi, Row 34, and the seasonal Sam Adams Upper Deck).

The hotel operates a hybrid go-to-market combining a direct-to-consumer booking engine (website, phone reservations at 866-784-4000 and 617-532-5019, "Best Rate Guaranteed" pricing) with enterprise field sales for corporate meetings, group bookings, weddings, and social events, supported by a dedicated sales and catering organization. Revenue is generated across five streams: guest room accommodations (luxury rooms and themed suites), food and beverage operations across multiple venues, meeting and event services with in-house catering, valet parking ($75 overnight), and a portfolio of vacation packages including Red Sox game packages, bed-and-breakfast, wellness, and park-and-stay offerings. The property maintains a $40 per-room daily Destination Amenity Fee covering amenities such as Malin+Goetz products, PATH Water bottles, fitness center access, and Wi-Fi.

Technically, the property operates with smart in-room technology (Google Chromecast streaming, 48-inch Smart TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi), an occupancy-based building management system for energy efficiency, and partnerships with Encore Global for in-house AV, LAZ Parking for valet services, BioGreen360 for food waste composting (17+ tons diverted since May 2023), and PATH Water to eliminate single-use plastics. Hotel Commonwealth is privately held, with careers listed via sagehospitality.jobs suggesting affiliation with Sage Hospitality Group, and has held AAA Four Diamond status continuously since 2004.

Name

Hotel Commonwealth

Legal name

Hotel Commonwealth

Website

https://hotelcommonwealth.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Hotel Commonwealth is a 245-room luxury boutique hotel in Boston's Kenmore Square, serving leisure travelers, corporate groups, wedding hosts, and Red Sox fans as the Official Hotel of the Boston Red Sox, with three on-site restaurants and 12,500+ sq ft of event space.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Boutique Hotel

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro primary industry

Urban & Downtown Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Business & Corporate Full-Service Hotels (THAGAAAE), City/Urban Convention Hotels (THAGALAA), Hotel & Resort Convention Venues (Convention Hotels) (THAHAAAC)

Keywords

• Luxury boutique hotel
• Hotel accommodations
• Wedding event venues
• Corporate meeting spaces
• Hotel restaurants

Headquarters

HQ city

Boston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Guest Room Accommodations: Primary revenue from 245 luxury guestrooms and suites offering various categories including standard rooms (Fenway King/Queen, Kenmore King/Queen/Double King), studio suites, hospitality suites, executive suites, and signature themed suites. Rooms feature premium amenities including Frette Italian linens, Malin+Goetz bath products, and smart technology.
2. Food & Beverage Operations: Multiple on-site dining venues including Blue Ribbon Sushi (120-seat Japanese restaurant), Row 34 (seafood restaurant and oyster bar), Sam Adams Upper Deck (outdoor seasonal venue), and In-Room Dining service. Blue Ribbon Sushi serves lunch 12pm-4pm and dinner 5pm-10pm (11pm Fri/Sat). Row 34 operates Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm, Sat 11:30am-10pm, Sun 11:30am-9pm.
3. Meeting & Event Services: Over 12,500 square feet of event space accommodating 60 to 600 guests. Venues include Fenway Ballroom (3,200 sq ft, capacity 50-400), Fenway Foyer (4,800 sq ft, capacity 50-600), Fenway Terrace (1,430 sq ft outdoor), Olmsted Room, Charles Boardroom, Commonwealth Room, Esplanade Room, Kenmore Room, Beacon Room, and Longwood Room. Fully catered in-house with customizable menus.
4. Valet Parking: On-site valet parking services at $75 overnight, $40 for hotel functions, $55 on Fenway event dates. Maximum vehicle height 6'6". Late fee of $30 when collecting past 2pm.
5. Vacation Packages: Red Sox game packages with game tickets and hotel accommodations, 'Worth the Drive' signature package, Dual King Package with cupcakes and $50 daily breakfast credit, 'Get Out and Play' mid-week package with 20% off and $50 dining credit, Park & Stay Package, Bed & Breakfast packages, and wellness-focused 'Rekovery Session' packages.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Hotel Commonwealth is a 245-room luxury boutique hotel in Boston's Kenmore Square that sells overnight accommodations, on-site dining, and meeting and event services. Revenue is generated from guestroom and suite bookings across standard, studio, executive, and signature Boston-themed categories; three on-site restaurants (Blue Ribbon Sushi, Row 34, Sam Adams Upper Deck) plus in-room dining; and more than 12,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space used for weddings, corporate meetings, and social celebrations.

Product overview

Hotel Commonwealth is a 245-room luxury boutique hotel in Boston's Kenmore Square offering a unified hospitality experience. The property features guest accommodations ranging from standard Rooms (Fenway King, Fenway Queen, Kenmore King, Kenmore Queen, Kenmore Double King) to Suites (Corner Studio, Hospitality, Commonwealth, Executive) and Signature Suites (Fenway Park Suite with Balcony, Baseball Suite, Terrier Suite, Rathskeller Suite, Reading Suite, The Loft, Fenway Executive Suite). On-site dining includes Blue Ribbon Sushi (Japanese restaurant), Row 34 (seafood and oyster bar), Sam Adams Upper Deck (outdoor venue), and In-Room Dining service. Event capabilities span over 12,500 sq.ft. across venues including Fenway Ballroom, Fenway Foyer, Fenway Terrace, and multiple meeting rooms accommodating 6-600 guests. The hotel serves as the Official Hotel of the Boston Red Sox and offers themed Red Sox packages plus general stay packages (Wellness, Dining, Park & Stay).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Guestrooms (Fenway King, Fenway Queen, Kenmore King, Kenmore Queen, Kenmore Double King) Luxury standard guestrooms featuring king or queen beds, modern amenities, Frette linens, Malin+Goetz bath products, and smart TVs with Google Chromecast streaming; Fenway rooms overlook Fenway Park and Kenmore rooms face Kenmore Square.
• Suites (Corner Studio, Hospitality, Commonwealth, Executive) Upscale suites ranging from approximately 515 sq.ft. corner studios to executive suites with sofa sleepers and expanded living space.
• Signature Themed Suites (Fenway Park Suite with Balcony, Baseball Suite, Terrier Suite, Rathskeller Suite, Reading Suite, The Loft, Fenway Executive Suite with Balcony) Unique themed suites including Fenway Park Suite with Green Monster views and Red Sox memorabilia, Baseball Suite with vintage memorabilia and trading cards, Terrier Suite celebrating Boston University, Rathskeller Suite honoring the iconic 'The Rat' music venue with Bose Sound System, Reading Suite with reading nook, The Loft, and Fenway Executive Suite with balcony.
• Blue Ribbon Sushi 120-seat Japanese restaurant and sushi bar accessible from the hotel lobby and Commonwealth Avenue, featuring A5 Wagyu steaks, signature sushi, and a premium sake selection including proprietary Junmai, Junmai Ginjo, Junmai Daiginjo, and Nigori; serves lunch 12pm-4pm and dinner 5pm-10pm (11pm Fri/Sat).
• Row 34 High-energy seafood restaurant and oyster bar located across the hotel lobby, named after the 34th row of oysters grown in Duxbury Bay. Operates Mon-Fri 4pm-10pm, Sat 11:30am-10pm, Sun 11:30am-9pm.
• Sam Adams Upper Deck Outdoor seasonal dining and cocktail destination overlooking Fenway Park, combining craft beer, elevated ballpark-inspired fare, and live entertainment.
• In-Room Dining Hotel dining service delivering breakfast (7am-11am), lunch (11am-4pm), and dinner (4pm-10pm/11pm Thu-Sat) directly to guest rooms.
• Meeting and Event Venues (Fenway Ballroom, Fenway Foyer, Fenway Terrace, Olmsted Room, Charles Boardroom, Commonwealth Room, Esplanade Room, Kenmore Room, Beacon Room, Longwood Room) Over 12,500 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space accommodating 6 to 600 guests, featuring Fenway Park views, floor-to-ceiling windows, fireplaces, audio-visual technology, and customizable in-house catering for weddings, corporate meetings, and social events.
• Vacation Packages (Worth the Drive, The Dual King, Get Out and Play, Park & Stay, Bed & Breakfast, The Rekovery Session, Advance Purchase, Stay 3 Nights and Save, Red Sox Game Package, The Infield Action Package, Looking Fine Fenway Pavilion Club Package, Keen for the Green Monster Package) Curated stay packages combining accommodations with added-value experiences including Red Sox game tickets and VIP seats, daily breakfast credit, parking, dining credit, mid-week discounts, advance purchase savings, and wellness recovery programming.
• 2026 Group Offers Corporate event packages at the 245-room property with over 12,000 sq.ft. of event space, offering perks such as complimentary rooms, suite upgrades, and reduced amenity fees for groups contracting by December 30, 2026.
• Valet Parking On-site valet parking at $75 overnight, $40 for hotel functions, $55 on Fenway event dates; maximum vehicle height 6'6"; $30 late fee when collecting past 2pm.
• 24-Hour Fitness Center 24-hour fitness center access included with the Destination Amenity Fee, featuring modern exercise equipment.
• Dog-Friendly Accommodations Pet-friendly service allowing one dog per guest room with $150 additional fee, providing complimentary dog bowls, dog bed, and treats, plus access to dog-sitting, grooming, walking, and massage services through the concierge.

Quantifiable outcome

• First hotel in Boston to divert 100% of food waste - over 17 tons diverted since May 2023
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Row 34coreOthers · 1 January 2025High-energy seafood restaurant and oyster bar across hotel lobby. Fifth location for Row 34 which has roots in 34th row of oysters grown in Duxbury Bay. Joins thriving outposts in Boston's Seaport, Cambridge's Kendall Square, Burlington, and Portsmouth NH. Formerly operated Island Creek Oyster Bar in same location from 2010 until pandemic closure.
• BioGreen360coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2023Hotel Commonwealth partnered with BioGreen360 to divert 100% of food waste from landfills. Since May 2023, the partnership has diverted over 17 tons of food waste, which is converted into premium organic fertilizer. This enables the hotel to offer zero-waste events for organizations hosting meetings and events on property.
• PATH WatercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to eliminate single-use plastic water bottles. Hotel provides guests with PATH aluminum water bottles that are 100% recyclable and made in the USA. Part of hotel's sustainability initiatives to reduce plastic usage.
• Save That StuffminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with recyclable materials waste service to responsibly manage recyclable waste from all guest bedrooms. Save That Stuff helps over 3,000 New England businesses safely dispose of recoverable materials.
• Clean the World GlobalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal sustainability organization that transforms used soap bars and plastic amenities from hospitality industry into lifesaving supplies for communities in need worldwide.
• Procure ImpactminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering unique handcrafted retail products in the hotel that empower individuals experiencing barriers to work, creating a more inclusive economy. Supports hotel's social impact initiatives.
• Community Rowing Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering guests custom-designed rowing experiences on the Charles River through Hotel Commonwealth. During April-November rowing season, guests can enjoy private indoor instruction followed by on-water experience with CRI coaches. Groups up to 48 can row on 12-person barges. Supports CRI's para/adaptive, military, and Let's Row programs. Headquarters at award-winning Harry Parker Boathouse.
• Key to Amaze VRminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVirtual reality team building experiences offered to hotel guests next door at 530 Commonwealth Avenue. Social VR experiences and co-op games for team building, improving team communication and engagement. Corporate and team events available at state-of-the-art venue.
• Encore GlobalcoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial AV partner providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art in-house audio-visual services for events of any size. Experienced on-hand technicians available for all meeting and event programs.
• LAZ ParkingcoreOthersValet parking services provider for hotel guests. Operates secure onsite parking at Hotel Commonwealth with $75 overnight and $40 day rates for hotel functions.
• Blue Ribbon RestaurantscoreOthersBoston debut of famous Blue Ribbon Restaurants group featuring Blue Ribbon Sushi. 120-seat Japanese restaurant at hotel's front entrance with expertly crafted fare, A5 Wagyu steaks, signature fried chicken wings, and premium sake selection. Part of hotel's strategy to offer authentic neighborhood dining experiences.
• Cristo Rey High SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate Work Study Program partner. National educational model leveraging business community resources to make private college-preparatory education affordable and provide students with extraordinary experience through work placements.
• Boston Red SoxcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial Hotel of the Boston Red Sox. Partnership provides exclusive game packages with premium tickets, VIP access, Fenway Park tours, and access to player experiences. Hotel features themed suites with Red Sox memorabilia including Fenway Park Suite with authentic ballpark artifacts.
• Boston UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOriginal conception as part of Boston University urban renewal project. Hotel maintains close ties with BU through Terrier Suite celebrating school pride, insider knowledge of campus among staff, and preferential rates for BU families during move-in, parents weekend, and commencement.
• BabyQuipminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBaby gear rental service available through hotel concierge for families with infants. Complimentary cribs available at hotel; BabyQuip provides additional baby gear arrangements for extended needs.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• XV Beacon: Boutique luxury hotel in Boston's Beacon Hill with 63 rooms and a similar focus on personalized service, premium amenities, and intimate event hosting. Directly comparable in scale and target customer (luxury leisure/business travelers seeking boutique experience over chain hotels).
• Four Seasons Hotel Boston: 273-room luxury hotel overlooking Boston Public Garden with comparable premium amenities, multiple dining venues, and extensive event space. Competes for the same luxury leisure, corporate meeting, and high-end wedding segments.
• The Liberty Hotel: Luxury boutique hotel in Boston (245-room range, historic Charles Street Jail conversion). Comparable as a Boston luxury property with distinctive historic character, on-site dining venues, and event space serving similar leisure, corporate, and wedding segments.
• Mandarin Oriental Boston: 148-room luxury hotel in Boston's Back Bay offering comparable AAA Five-Diamond-level accommodations, fine dining, and event space. Directly competes for luxury leisure, corporate, and group business in the same downtown Boston catchment.
• The Ritz-Carlton, Boston: 193-room luxury hotel in Boston Common area with comparable premium positioning, event facilities, and dining venues. Directly competes for the same luxury corporate, leisure, and group travel demand.
• Boston Park Plaza: Historic 1,054-room hotel near Boston Common offering comparable meeting/event space, multiple F&B outlets, and group sales capabilities. Competes for the corporate meetings and wedding segments with substantial overlap in Boston's Back Bay/downtown market.
• The Lenox Hotel: 214-room historic boutique luxury hotel in Boston's Back Bay with comparable amenities, event space, and corporate catering capabilities. Competes for similar Back Bay/Kenmore-area business and leisure travelers.

Broad incumbents

• Omni Parker House: 551-room historic full-service hotel in downtown Boston. Competes in the same leisure, corporate, and group segments, offering comparable historic Boston character and event capabilities as part of a national chain.
• Marriott Long Wharf: 418-room full-service Marriott flagship on Boston Harbor. Competes in the same Boston luxury and group meetings space but as a larger chain-affiliated property rather than independent boutique.

Emerging players

• The Westin Boston Seaport District: 793-room newer full-service hotel in Boston's growing Seaport innovation district. Represents the emerging newer-luxury supply that competes with Hotel Commonwealth for corporate and leisure demand in the Boston market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/HotelCommonwealth
• Instagraminstagram.com/hotelcommonwealth
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hotel-commonwealth

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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