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Hotel Commonwealth Boston

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Hotel Commonwealth Boston

500 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215, USA

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Max Seated
280
Max Standing
1,000

Average Response Time 12-24 hrs

About Hotel Commonwealth Boston

The fact that you feel surrounded by pleasure is no coincidence: everything at Hotel Commonwealth is built around our 'of service' mentality, with pleasant and attentive employees anticipating 'the ask' and responding with near-invisible service. Begin your new life together as husband and wife in our historic Kenmore Square hotel, which overlooks Boston University and is just minutes from Fenway Park. More than 12,500 square feet of event space, including an outdoor terrace, is available for your Big Day, with everything from bridal luncheons to rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and more. Alumni of Boston University will enjoy photo opportunities at their alma university, while others may love neighboring historic settings like Fenway Park and the scenic Charles River. We start with a simple assumption at Hotel Commonwealth. We take signals from each visitor to help define how we may be uniquely 'of service' to them — it's a guest-changing mindset that doesn't exist in a manual, but rather in our brand's DNA. Unscripted friendliness is evident in everything we do on a daily basis. It enables our workers to give unrivaled, genuine service. Hotel Commonwealth has also won the distinction of being Boston's most popular hotel on TripAdvisor for three years in a row. The heart and spirit of this dynamic metropolitan hub is Kenmore Square, where Hotel Commonwealth is located. Kenmore Square is the ultimate all-access point for the plethora of urban experiences that make up Boston, since it is located at the intersection (both physically and figuratively) of the best of Boston's academic, business, and entertainment neighborhoods. The nexus is the Hotel Commonwealth. Our hotel is part neighborhood hub — the place to meet, greet, and eat in Kenmore Square – and part entryway to anyplace a city day might take you. It's no surprise that the Hotel Commonwealth is a popular choice among seasoned Boston visitors.

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Ranked #5 - Travel + Leisure Readers' 10 Favorite Hotels in Boston of 2025

Hotel Commonwealth has been named #5 by Travel + Leisure Readers' 10 Favorite Hotels in Boston of 2025

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Event Spaces 6

280 max seated • 1,000 max standing

Pricing Packages

  • Hotel Commonwealth Weddings

    Est. Cost Per Guest
    $265

    Taxes and fees not included

    Catering included

    Beverages included

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  • Hotel Commonwealth Bar/Bat Mitzvah Menu

    Est. Cost Per Guest
    $135

    Taxes and fees not included

    Catering included

    Beverages not included

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Amenities

  • A/V Equipment

  • Coat Check

  • Handicap Accessible

  • Kosher Kitchen

  • Media Room

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pool

  • Street Parking

  • Valet Parking

  • WiFi

  • Windows

  • Dance Floor

  • Breakout Rooms

In-house caterer only

In-house suppliers only

FAQs 7

What is included in the venue rental cost?
Included for your use are Hotel Commonwealth tables, chiavari chairs for dinner, black or white table linens and coordinating napkins, Premium flatware and glassware for table settings, LED votive candles for cocktail and dining tables, Hotel Commonwealth printed menus, and framed table numbers.
Does the venue offer on-site catering options?
Yes, all food and beverage is provided by our phenomenal culinary team.
Does your venue have on-site parking available for guests?
Yes, on-site valet parking is available for a fee.
Is there a venue coordinator available to help with event logistics?
Yes, our Event & Catering Manager will assist throughout the planning process and will be on-site for the day of the event.
Does the venue have an approved or preferred vendor list?
Yes, when you're ready to begin planning, our preferred vendor list will be a wonderful resource for you.

Meet The Team

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Chef Kevin Bowdidge

Director of Food & Beverage & Executive Chef

Chef Kevin Bowdidge brings over a decade of corporate culinary experience and training to his role as Executive Chef at Hotel Commonwealth. Long before joining The Walsh Hospitality Group, Bowdidge grew up in Stoneham, MA, where he was always drawn to helping in the kitchen. After attending college, he decided to pursue his love for cooking further by attending the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts, Professional Chefs Program in Cambridge, MA.

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500 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215, USA

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