About this property

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 centre 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 14 km away from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Top pick by families with children

  • Parking available at the hotel


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Cristiankaspary
    Canada Canada
    We stayed overnight at this hotel and where very happy with our accommodations. Shower was clean, beds were very comfortable and the hotel is located in the middle of Cambridge surrounded by shops and restaurants. Will stay again.
  • Krzysztof
    Poland Poland
    top location, very nice staff and the best hotel manager at on the planet. RIchard is the best !! See you soon again!
  • Zinola
    Singapore Singapore
    Convenient location right in the heart of Cambridge. Close to everything that's needed. Comfortable bed and clean bathroom.
  • Clarisa
    Argentina Argentina
    Involvement of owner in the customer satisfaction and experience
  • July
    United States United States
    The location is excellent, with bus and subway station right outside the hotel, easy to get anywhere in Boston. the hotel is next to the Harvard campus and the Art Museum, I went to the Harvard campus every day during my stay. There is a wide...
  • Kouassi
    France France
    Appartement très fonctionnel, propre et bien équipé. Il y a du café à volonté.
  • Michelle
    United States United States
    Great location. Room was clean, comfortable and quiet. We were right by the elevator, yet never heard it! The staff was friendly and courteous.
  • Mario
    Mexico Mexico
    ESCELENTE UBICACION EN EL CENTRO DE CAMBRIDGE CON MUCHOS RESTAURANTES ALREDEDOR, PARKING MUY COMODO Y SERVICIO DE CAFE EXCELENTE
  • Tanja
    United States United States
    Loved the location, the cleanliness and how updated the renovations were
  • Almas
    United States United States
    Location was great. You can walk to the subway in 5 mins.

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Harvard Square Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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