Harvard Square Hotel

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Scored 7.9
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.5

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 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Parking on site
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Sharon
United States United States
“Staff were polite and helpful. Room and bed very comfy. Hotel is no frills, very clean and for a fairly bustling neighborhood, quite relaxed in atmosphere. Location is great, right in Harvard Square around lots of restaurants, bars, shops.”
Taeeun
South Korea South Korea
“Center of Cambridge, near at the Harvard square station”
Janna
United States United States
“Location My son was sick and they let us check in early. The staff was friendly.”
Daniel
United States United States
“Great location. Friendly and professional staff. Very clean. Good facilities.”
Robert
United States United States
“Talk about a central location. It was exceptional right in the middle of Harvard Square, but it was like a nice little enclave of comfort, quiet but yet with the busy city all around.”
Linda
United States United States
“Location awesome, really helpful and friendly staff”
Marshall
United States United States
“My flight arrived early and I requested and obtained early check in”
Cristina
United States United States
“It is in the heart of Cambridge. Staff is nice, place is clean, love it.”
Jennifer
United States United States
“We stay here for birthdays so we don’t have to worry about getting home and can pamper ourselves. It is always lovely. Everyone is so nice and it is right in the heart of the square (but not noisy!).”
Karen
United States United States
“I liked the Deluxe King Room. Also, the staff were courteous and professional.”

Hotel area info

Amenities of Harvard Square Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Parking on site
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests

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 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.

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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 allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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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.

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