You Can Spend The Night In A 1920s Police Station And It Will Be A Stay To Remember

Hotel AKA Back Bay in Boston offers a luxurious stay in a historic former police headquarters.

Have you ever had an overnight stay at a police station? If so, it was probably not something to write home about. If you have ever wondered what this experience is like, you can now book a night at the station without committing a crime. And I promise, it is much more luxurious than any police station visit you have ever imagined!

The Hotel AKA Back Bay in Boston (formerly Loews Boston Hotel) is a luxury hotel that was once the headquarters for the Boston Police.

The building was renovated and is now a gorgeous four-star hotel.

Built in the 1920s, the police headquarters saw its fair share of interesting guests over the years. It is rumored that Albert DeSalvo, the Boston Strangler, paid a visit.

This building remained an important fixture in Boston for decades. The police headquarters remained in this location until 1997.

The hotel strives to honor the officers who worked here by maintaining some of the historical aspects of the building. You will find the original "Police Department" name inscribed on the front of the building.

The blue lanterns on either side of the entrance are also original.

Inside, you can see historic plaques and photographs.

Event rooms and conference spaces are named after former police officers.

However, a stay in this building is nothing like it was years ago.

The now Hotel AKA Back Bay offers guests a luxury experience. Accommodations include suites and studios.

Perks such as gourmet coffee, heated towels, and comfy robes are now the norm.

The hotel also has a fantastic restaurant, The Precinct Kitchen and Bar, where you can dine on seafood, burgers, and regional dishes. I highly recommend pairing these with a delicious cocktail.

The Hotel AKA Back Bay is located close to many of Boston's colleges, shops, restaurants, and historic attractions.

More information about Hotel AKA Back Bay can be found on the Hotel AKA Back Bay website or Hotel AKA Back Bay Facebook page. Have you stayed at the Hotel AKA Back Bay? What was it like to stay at a former police station? Did you know that you can also sleep in a former Boston jail when you stay at The Liberty Hotel or stay at an old fire station at the Kendall Hotel?

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