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Harvard Square Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Harvard University

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A modern staircase with glass railings, a bench with patterned cushions, and pendant lighting.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with a view of buildings.
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A modern interior with a blue sofa, plaid chairs, a wooden accent wall, and large windows offering a city view.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Museum of Natural History
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room (One Full)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of buildings through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with a blue abstract design.

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room, Accessible (One, Full)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Heart of Cambridge.A stay at this West Cambridge hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Harvard University and 3 miles (5 km) of Boston University. Fenway Park and Northeastern University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • American Repertory Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Harvard Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Harvard Law School - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Harvard Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Russell House Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Felipe's Taqueria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • Pavement Coffeehouse
  • ‪Tasty Burger - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Harvard Square Hotel

3-star hotel near Harvard University
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Harvard Square Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Harvard Square Hotel offers 73 accommodations with safes and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0014470490
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The tax ID number is C0014470490. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harvard Square Hotel to the airport?

Harvard Square Hotel is 8.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Harvard Square Hotel?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harvard Square Hotel on Aug 13, 2026 start from $242, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Harvard Square Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harvard Square Hotel.

How close is Harvard Square Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 11.9 mi (27-min drive) from Revere Beach and 5 mi (17-min drive) from Carson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harvard Square Hotel offer free breakfast?

Harvard Square Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harvard Square Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Encore Boston Harbor (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Harvard Square Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Harvard Square Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 50 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does Harvard Square Hotel have a pool?

Harvard Square Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Harvard Square Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Harvard Square Hotel to downtown Cambridge?

Harvard Square Hotel is 0.6 mi away from Cambridge.

Harvard Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 402 out of 781 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 781 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 781 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 781 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 781 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the hotel is so convenient to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with convenient parking and access to restaurants and shopping. Red line subway nearby too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Harvard square which is what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great location, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the surrounding area. Perfect location if you are visiting HBS. Easily walk to campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient. Close to Harvard, shops, restaurants, and mass transit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

YANCHUNXIAO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, everyone was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaheeda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was really nice, room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located to where we needed to be. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy self parking, dog-friendly hotel, great location next door to Wusong Road Tiki Bar. Easy walk to stores, coffee shops, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
room clean, staff friendly, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, easy walking or getting the T. The hotel is friendly, clean, and very comfortable. Great shower. They let us check in early. I will return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, clean rooms, friendly staff. Awesome location! Only negative is the shower doesn't really have any water pressure. That shouldn't stop you from staying here though, just be prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. No traffic noise (at least on 4th floor). Small room, but has all that's needed for standar stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the bedroom was very clean and the staff was very friendly !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Snetu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, helpful staff, good amenities and free coffee! Location is super convenient for attending events at Harvard.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ginny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ideal location - close to everything in Cambridge. Great price for the value of the room. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jamin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Harvard Square Hotel provided a clean, comfortable place to stay for out short trip to Cambridge.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sinay

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room With 2 double beds and good air conditioning and hot water
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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