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Harvard Square Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel near Harvard University in Cambridge

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Harvard University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Harvard Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Fenway Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, Accessible (One, Full)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (One Full)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Heart of Cambridge.At this West Cambridge hotel, you'll be well placed to visit Harvard University and Harvard Square, both within a 5-minute walk. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Harvard Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Boston University - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Fenway Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Harvard Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Russell House Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Felipe's Mexican Taqueria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pinocchio's Pizza & Subs - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Burger - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Harvard Square Hotel

Hotel near Harvard University in Cambridge
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 Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • 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
  • 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.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Spanish

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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 45 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
  • No elevator
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 25 per night

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
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.

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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Harvard Square Hotel Cambridge
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harvard Square Hotel to the airport?

Harvard Square Hotel is 8.6 mi (28-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 Apr 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harvard Square Hotel on May 3, 2025 start from $239.0, excluding 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 12.2 mi (31-min drive) from Revere Beach.

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 (8-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 45 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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 451 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 451 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 451 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 451 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 451 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a very good, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The experience was better than expected. Super clean Hotel and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Menghuang

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with family
Great location in Harvard Square with convenient parking. Rooms are small, however. The free coffee and tea are a nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan, Franklin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We wanted to stay in Harvard Square to attend an event and this looked to be a good option. The structure is older but was extensively remodeled to a modern style throughout. The rooms and baths are still on the small size for US hotels, however. Also, I thought that the Expedia description showed that there was an in-house cafe in the hotel; not so! There is free coffee and water in the lobby, but no food and no snack vending machines. However, it is right next door to the wonderful Flour Bakery and Cafe and very close to all other dining choices, including The Charles Hotel. Parking ($45/day with in-out privileges) is available on the entrance level although if the hotel is full, I assume that is first come first served. Room is modern, bright but there are some minor maintenance issues being worked on. It was still a good option for us and maybe for single travelers or anyone who wants an affordable room near the Square. Rates for big weekends will be priced at "market rate" as we say for Lobster here in New England.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Arthur

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pillows were too hard
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location in Harvard Square

Unbelievably well located in Harvard Square. Easily walkable and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I and my wife liked so much and the room service is very good. The hotel is perfect for small trips and is near the touristic points of Cambridge. Thank you for all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

sixto a

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price for the PERFECT location. Small, very clean comfortable rooms. Very convenient parking for less than anywhere nearby. Nice coffee bar. But ... the elevator is not handicap accessible from the front door. An ever-changing (but friendly) cast of front desk staff makes it necessary to explain situations multiple times.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Renee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The bed was very comfortable, but the room was very small and so was the bathroom. Also, the fact that food wasn't available in the hotel is inconvenient. The staff were friendly and helpful, though. It would be a good place to stay for people who don't mind very basic hotel accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

JoAnnah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ayanna

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The person at the front desk in the morning was excellent! I did not like the scuff marks on the walls.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Very basic hotel. No food options - only a coffee stand in lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick, Bala Cynwyd

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy, but perfectly adequate for a quick college tour visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry, BAYSIDE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk to everything from this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024