Bed and Breakfast Irving House at Harvard

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24 Irving Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA 02138, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 555 reviews)

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8.5
Very Good
559 reviews

Great location near Harvard Square. Easy access to the T. Friendly staff, homey atmosphere. Decent breakfast and delicious cookies to pick up at the door on the way inside!

John United States of America

Came back from a concert after 11:30 pm, and there were apples and cookies to snack on. Big plus! Breakfast was nice, the baby quiches were delicious.

Julie United States of America

Breakfast was superb. The staff was very friendly. The location was perfect.

John United States of America

The cozy room and comfy bed, and breakfast in the morning. Location was excellent!

Kendy United States of America

excellent location, staff are very friendly and breakfast is very good. it has gluten free options.

Nefous United States of America

I have always stayed at Irving House when I travel to Cambridge. I like its location, in a residential neighborhood within walking distance to Harvard Square and the Harvard Art Museums. It's old school bread-and-Breakfast inn, which adds to its charm. The staff is always friendly and helpful, the clientele is generally academic or folks visiting Harvard, it has a nice university community feel.

Edwin United States of America

Affordable and a great location - under 10 minutes to the Harvard T stop. Breakfast was included, which you don't find in most Boston area hotels. Also, it was quiet at night and the cleaning staff cleaned the room every day of my stay.

Rena United States of America

Honestly, this place surprised me. And I literally never write reviews. But I have to say… expectations were low given the 2 star review. But the price was right and the parking was free. Staff is super sweet! And its a super clean place too. Harvard Square is walkable (a huge reason I chose the location). There is a great breakfast in the morning at the property. Or you can grab coffee/breakfast at a perfect cafe around the corner. All-around GREAT place to stay if you’re visiting Cambridge.

Erica United States of America

The parking was difficult after heavy snow. We had to get up very early in the morning to send our son to airport and need an easy-out parking spot. The hotel helped us, and we are grateful. The breakfast was wonderful.

Wei United States of America

Great comfort, warm and cosy. Excellent location. Booked this accomodation last minute as our previous booking in another premises was cancelled when we arrived to Boston.

Aaron Ireland
8.5
Very Good
559 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great location near Harvard Square. Easy access to the T. Friendly staff, homey atmosphere. Decent breakfast and delicious cookies to pick up at the door on the way inside!”
    John John United States of America United States of America
  • “Came back from a concert after 11:30 pm, and there were apples and cookies to snack on. Big plus! Breakfast was nice, the baby quiches were delicious.”
    Julie Julie United States of America United States of America
  • “Breakfast was superb. The staff was very friendly. The location was perfect.”
    John John United States of America United States of America
  • “The cozy room and comfy bed, and breakfast in the morning. Location was excellent!”
    Kendy Kendy United States of America United States of America
  • “excellent location, staff are very friendly and breakfast is very good. it has gluten free options.”
    Nefous Nefous United States of America United States of America
  • “I have always stayed at Irving House when I travel to Cambridge. I like its location, in a residential neighborhood within walking distance to Harvard Square and the Harvard Art Museums.”
    Edwin Edwin United States of America United States of America
  • “Affordable and a great location - under 10 minutes to the Harvard T stop. Breakfast was included, which you don't find in most Boston area hotels.”
    Rena Rena United States of America United States of America
  • “Honestly, this place surprised me. And I literally never write reviews. But I have to say… expectations were low given the 2 star review. But the price was right and the parking was free.”
    Erica Erica United States of America United States of America
  • “The parking was difficult after heavy snow. We had to get up very early in the morning to send our son to airport and need an easy-out parking spot. The hotel helped us, and we are grateful.”
    Wei Wei United States of America United States of America
  • “Great comfort, warm and cosy. Excellent location. Booked this accomodation last minute as our previous booking in another premises was cancelled when we arrived to Boston.”
    Aaron Aaron Ireland Ireland

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.3
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.2
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi8.5

Located 750 feet from the famed Harvard University and set in the heart of Harvard Square, this charming guest house offers cozy accommodations, a delicious free daily breakfast and an on-site library.

The Irving House at Harvard provides a warm and friendly atmosphere along with a guest-use refrigerator, free wireless internet access and free daily newspapers. The property also offers on-site laundry facilities along with discounted passes to a nearby fitness center.

Guests staying at the Harvard Irving House are 1.7 mi away from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology as well as charming shops and local restaurants. The sites of downtown Boston are also 3.7 mi away.

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

Irving House at Harvard has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jan 8, 2008

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms

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Guest reviews

8.5
Very Good · 559 reviews
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  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities8.3
    Breakfast
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.2
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi8.5

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See what guests loved the most:

  • John United States of America

    “Great location near Harvard Square. Easy access to the T. Friendly staff, homey atmosphere. Decent breakfast and delicious cookies to pick up at the door on the way inside!”

  • Julie United States of America

    “Came back from a concert after 11:30 pm, and there were apples and cookies to snack on. Big plus! Breakfast was nice, the baby quiches were delicious.”

  • John United States of America

    “Breakfast was superb. The staff was very friendly. The location was perfect.”

  • Kendy United States of America

    “The cozy room and comfy bed, and breakfast in the morning. Location was excellent!”

  • Nefous United States of America

    “excellent location, staff are very friendly and breakfast is very good. it has gluten free options.”

  • Edwin United States of America

    “I have always stayed at Irving House when I travel to Cambridge. I like its location, in a residential neighborhood within walking distance to Harvard Square and the Harvard Art Museums. It's old school bread-and-Breakfast inn, which adds to its charm. The staff is always friendly and helpful, the clientele is generally academic or folks visiting Harvard, it has a nice university community feel.”

  • Rena United States of America

    “Affordable and a great location - under 10 minutes to the Harvard T stop. Breakfast was included, which you don't find in most Boston area hotels. Also, it was quiet at night and the cleaning staff cleaned the room every day of my stay.”

  • Erica United States of America

    “Honestly, this place surprised me. And I literally never write reviews. But I have to say… expectations were low given the 2 star review. But the price was right and the parking was free. Staff is super sweet! And its a super clean place too. Harvard Square is walkable (a huge reason I chose the location). There is a great breakfast in the morning at the property. Or you can grab coffee/breakfast at a perfect cafe around the corner. All-around GREAT place to stay if you’re visiting Cambridge.”

  • Wei United States of America

    “The parking was difficult after heavy snow. We had to get up very early in the morning to send our son to airport and need an easy-out parking spot. The hotel helped us, and we are grateful. The breakfast was wonderful.”

  • Aaron Ireland

    “Great comfort, warm and cosy. Excellent location. Booked this accomodation last minute as our previous booking in another premises was cancelled when we arrived to Boston.”

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello, I had to cancel booking for 7 nights from 18th May due to the Virus. Am I right that I should expect a refund? Nina Gray.
    Dear Nina, Yes, you will get a refund, we are trying to do refunds as we can, hopefully by May 1st for yours. Bill
    Answered on April 13, 2020
  • can I check in after 12 AM? My flight arrives at Logan around 1115 PM
    Yes, we have a 24 hour front desk and someone will be happy to assist you upon arrival.
    Answered on February 14, 2020
  • Is there parking?
    yes we have parking
    Answered on February 18, 2020
  • are stairs required, to get to a room?
    There are 3 stairs to the first floor and we will be happy to accommodate you if you prefer a lower floor.
    Answered on June 28, 2020
  • is there stret parking or a nearby parking garage . thanks.
    Thank you for your question. We do offer off street parking in the back of the house.
    Answered on March 7, 2021

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Host Info

9
Host Review Score
Irving House has been under the current ownership and management since 1990. We have renovated this old house several times to improve guest comfort and safety. Located on a quiet residential street, we are also near to the excitement and convenience of Harvard Square, with easy access to Boston. Irving House is an award winning green hotel too! Breakfast is locally sourced, organic and healthy as much as possible.
Languages spoken: Bulgarian,Czech,English,Spanish,French,Russian
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Sanders Theatre
    0.2 miles
  • Busch Reisinger Museum
    0.2 miles
  • Harvard University Art Museums
    0.2 miles
  • Arthur M Sackler Museum
    0.2 miles
  • Peabody Museum
    0.3 miles
  • Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre
    0.3 miles
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History
    0.3 miles
  • Harvard Square
    0.4 miles
  • Cambridge College
    0.5 miles
  • Harvard University
    0.5 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Trina's Starlite Lounge
    0.6 miles
  • Restaurant Olé
    0.8 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The Druid
    0.8 miles
  • Cafe/Bar 1369 Coffee House
    0.8 miles
Top attractions
  • Central Square
    0.5 miles
  • Inman Square
    0.5 miles
  • Brattle Theatre
    0.5 miles
  • John F. Kennedy Park
    0.7 miles
  • Central Square Theatre
    1 miles
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    1.4 miles
  • Boston University
    1.8 miles
  • Fenway Park
    2.1 miles
  • Boston Tea Party Ship & Museum
    2.8 miles
  • JFK Presidential Library & Museum
    5.8 miles
Closest Airports
  • Logan Airport
    4.8 miles
  • Worcester Regional Airport
    39.7 miles
  • Manchester Boston Regional Airport
    41.9 miles
How to get to Irving House at Harvard from Logan Airport
    Car
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Irving House at Harvard Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Washing machine
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safe
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • Bulgarian
  • Czech
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Russian
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House rules Irving House at Harvard takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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

Check-out

3:00 AM - 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 are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
$25 per child, per night
2 - 17 years
Extra bed by request
$25 per child, per night
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed by request
$35 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Discover Diners Club American Express Irving House at Harvard accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

When booking for 3 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Reservations for 3 rooms or more require full prepayment and can only be refunded if canceled two weeks prior to arrival.

Please note, parking is limited.

Please note, there is no elevator at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

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 Irving House at Harvard

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

  • Irving House at Harvard is 0.8 miles from the center of Cambridge.

  • Room options at Irving House at Harvard include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Family
    • Twin/Double

  • Irving House at Harvard offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Irving House at Harvard by:

    • Car 22min

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