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Porter Square Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Harvard University

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Front of property - evening/night
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

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1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140
  • Harvard University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Tufts University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Harvard Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(117 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Porter Square stay.Your stay at this Porter Square hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Harvard University and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tufts University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Harvard Square - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Fenway Park - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station - 2 min walk
  • Ball Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Rustica - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Anna's Taqueria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bagelsaurus - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Porter Square Hotel

3-star hotel near Harvard University
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Porter Square Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Porter Square Hotel offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and bathrobes. LED 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; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0015450491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is C0015450491. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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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Porter Square Hotel Cambridge
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Porter Square Hotel to the airport?

Porter Square Hotel is 7.2 mi (32-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 Porter Square Hotel?

As of Jul 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porter Square Hotel on Jul 27, 2025 start from $169.15, 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 Porter Square Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Porter Square Hotel.

How close is Porter Square Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 10 mi (33-min drive) from Revere Beach and 7.4 mi (31-min drive) from Carson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Porter Square Hotel offer free breakfast?

Porter Square Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Porter 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 Porter Square Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Porter Square Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

Does Porter Square Hotel have a pool?

Porter Square Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Porter Square Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Porter Square Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Porter Square Hotel to downtown Cambridge?

Porter Square Hotel is 1.2 mi away from Cambridge.

Porter Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 718 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

great hotel

great hotel, clean and new.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jean-Claude, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jawahar

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SOTA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colby, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet boutique hotel right next to the T. Very clean and classy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jawahar

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small and quaint comfortable bed nice shower with a good draw nice smelling soap and shampo.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Keiji

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne-marie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yifon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location next to Porter Square T station and Commuter Rail to other parts of MA. Lots of restaurants across the street and one at front of hotel. CVS, Target nearby, clean rooms and beds. Friendly and helpful staff. Able to store luggage for rest of last day while I walked around with just a backpack.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Suraj, MONROE

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay, Des Moines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked that we could walk to different squares in the Somerville area for shopping and dining out. The room was cozy and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to visit The Burren for St. Patricks day. The valet parking was a definite plus. There was lots of places to eat in walking distance and the lounge at the hotel was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reinaldo

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adonis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel that is in a nice area and easily accessible to transit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025