The Harvard Square Hotel is the centerpiece hotel in Cambridge, Massachusetts's lively Harvard Square. Located just north of Boston and the Charles River, "The Square" is full of life, culture and university ambiance. Surrounded on both sides by Harvard University and its many museums, halls and libraries; the John F. Kennedy Memorial Park and the JFK School of Government, the hotel sits right in the center of this historic district. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All units will provide guests with a mini refrigerator. Boston Logan International Airport is 8.7 mi away from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.4
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.1
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
7.8
Low score for Cambridge
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Claire
    United States of America United States of America
    Tremendous value for money. Immaculate and fresh - always looks like it was just renovated. Very comfortable beds. Perfect location for Harvard Square. It isn’t luxurious and the approach to the lobby is odd, and it doesn’t have a restaurant, but...
  • Muchafara
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice people, great location, and good size room.
  • E
    Elizabeth
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff at the reception desk was friendly, corteous, and provided accurate directions.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Harvard Square Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $45 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Car rental
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules

Harvard Square Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash is not accepted Harvard Square Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Harvard Square Hotel

  • Harvard Square Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The prices at Harvard Square Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Harvard Square Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Harvard Square Hotel is 1.1 miles from the center of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Harvard Square Hotel include:

      • Double