Porter Square Hotel

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.3

Located in the Porter Square district in Cambridge, the Porter Square Hotel offers complimentary WiFi and ist 0.7 mi from Central Square. Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are within a 4-km radius of the property. Guest rooms boast flat-screen TVs, a work desk, and ironing facilities. Bathrobes, slippers, and a hairdryer are also offered. A patio and garden are featured at Porter Square Hotel. Brattle Theater and Tufts University are within 1.7 mi of the property. Boston is 4.6 mi away from Porter Square Hotel. Logan Airport is just 7.8 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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

  • Private parking at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Stella
United States United States
“I liked the seating areas, bigger shower room, and several windows. The room wasnt cool enough for me so I requsted to lower it and they did. The max. was 67 degree and it was enough. Overall, it served our trip purposes due to the proximity. And...”
Naomi
United States United States
“Nice room and shower. Clean room. Nice restaurant.”
Anne
United States United States
“My room was very clean , had very nice towels and face cloths and the beds were comfortable . The location is perfect if you have relatives in the porter square area. Someone is always at the desk to help .”
Deborah
United States United States
“Beautiful, clean, nicely designed interiors, very friendly staff, great location centrally located”
Rachel
Israel Israel
“The room was quiet as we requested. The stuff helpful and kind, the bar and resturants were good, especially the girl who made cocktails, she was a delight to watch at work.”
Anjier
Singapore Singapore
“Convenient: train stations, grocery stores, cafes, restaurants are just steps away. Clean.”
Kan
United States United States
“Location was very good. Safe area with a lot of good restaurants around. Also the room was very clean.”
Anthony
Canada Canada
“It is a boutique type hotel; it is not too expensive and offers the basics. The staffs were friendly.”
Marc
United States United States
“Small trim comfortable room. Next to subway station”
Tyler
United States United States
“Central location. Walking distance to a CVS, City Target, and the metro T line. Plus, multiple food options within walking distance.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Margeaux Supper Parlor
  • Cuisine
    American • French
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional

Amenities of Porter Square Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

House rules

Porter 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 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.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
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

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 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

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.

A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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