Hotel 140

Hotel 140 is a budget hotel at 140 Clarendon Street in the Back Bay of Boston, Massachusetts, housed in a former YMCA building near Copley Square. The Boston Public Library, Trinity Church, Newbury Street and the Hancock and Prudential towers are within a short walk, and Copley station on the Green Line is close by.

The building's YMCA origins give it a distinctive, historic character, and it is one of the few lower-priced options in a neighbourhood known for high rates. It offers private rooms and dorm-style beds, with room rates in the range of roughly $110 to $260 per night. Accommodation is simple and functional, designed for travellers who value location and price over frills.

Free Wi-Fi and air conditioning are provided, and luggage storage helps guests arriving early or leaving late. Amenities are shared rather than extensive, and there is no full-service restaurant, but Back Bay's many cafes, bakeries and restaurants are on the doorstep. Newbury Street offers both casual and upscale dining, and the Copley Place and Prudential Center malls provide additional options.

Service is basic and friendly. The hotel suits students, solo travellers, backpackers and visitors on a tight budget who still want to stay within walking distance of Boston's main attractions. Its location gives easy access to the Charles River Esplanade, the Public Garden and the shopping streets, and the Green Line and Orange Line nearby connect to the rest of Massachusetts' capital. Visitors should expect smaller rooms and shared facilities in exchange for the central location.