About this property

Experience the charm of The Charles. The Charles Hotel is a proud member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts and a AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, bordering the Harvard campus and a mere 10 minutes from downtown Boston's world-class attractions and Logan International Airport, our location is unparalleled. At The Charles Hotel, we pride ourselves on offering an understated, elegant charm that seamlessly combines with the warmth and ambiance of a New England home. Picture yourself in our inviting library, where you can savor a drink and engage in meaningful conversations with friends. Relax in one of our 303 well-appointed rooms, including 46 suites. What sets us apart is the dynamic atmosphere of thoughtful intellectual discourse and learning, which captivates both the young and old, the influential and the contemplative. We bring together the best of both worlds, blending our serious side with a touch of zany off-beat fun. From our captivating quilt collection to the soulful notes of jazz concerts and an eclectic restaurant inspired by the essence of a pig, our offerings are as diverse as they are delightful. At The Charles Hotel, we serve as a home-away-from-home for accomplished, esteemed guests visiting Boston or Harvard. We're their choice because we consistently meet their exceptionally high standards. We look forward to welcoming you! For those in search of exhilaration or relaxation, we offer our new state of the art Fitness Center and world-class spa and salon experience at Corbu, ensuring that our guests can unwind and rejuvenate. No pool, additional rooms - total 303, restaurant Bendetto now Bar Enza, new Hotel Fitness Center.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Parking available at the hotel

    • Loyal Customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nalbantoglu
    Turkey Turkey
    Excellent atmosphere, you feel like your are at home. Excellent location, excellent staff.
  • Cheryl
    United States United States
    Staff was friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and spacious. The location was exactly what we needed. And on site restaurant Henrietta's Tabble was delicious and the staff was very attentive.
  • Allison
    United States United States
    Lovely hotel - kind, welcoming staff, beautiful room on 10th floor, good fitness center. Enjoyed Henrietta‘s table for breakfast.
  • Suhnaz
    Turkey Turkey
    The location was perfect. The room was also great.
  • Farouq
    Kuwait Kuwait
    Good food at the hotel .. nice room.,, location good.,nice atmosphere outside
  • Aurora
    United States United States
    Excellent location! The ambiance has a classic, Harvard-style charm. Breakfast was fantastic—truly a highlight! The rooms were clean and spacious, and the amenities smelled amazing.
  • Alison
    United States United States
    Staff is efficient, helpful and friendly Location
  • Danielle
    Israel Israel
    The location, near restaurants and good cafés, and close to the river.
  • Pichet
    Singapore Singapore
    Henrietta’s Table had an excellent breakfast. Room was very clean.
  • David
    United States United States
    Perfect location for our activities on the Harvard Campus. Easy access to Henrietta's Table for meals during bad weather.

Hotel area info

Restaurants

4 Restaurants On Site
  • Henrietta's Table
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Bar Noir
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
  • Bar Enza
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Dinner
  • One Reason Garden Bar
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

House rules

The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square 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 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as 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 - 6 years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
$20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If the method of payment provided is from someone who is not staying in the room, a credit card authorization form (sent via email) is required.

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).