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Porter Square Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Harvard University

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Restaurant
A modern building with a courtyard, benches, and flower beds.
A restaurant with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
Front of property
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Tufts University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

A compact hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a shower area, and a toilet.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(148 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

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

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A bed with a white bedspread and a brown blanket with the text "Porter Square Hotel".

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, and a bed.

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a brick building.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a city view.

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of buildings, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

North Cambridge stay.Your stay at this North Cambridge hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Harvard University and Harvard Square. Harvard Museum of Natural History and Tufts University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Somerville Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Harvard University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Tufts University - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Harvard Square - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Yume Ga Arukara - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Rustica - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Anna's Taqueria - ‬3 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
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Porter Square Hotel offers 65 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. 48-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, 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 coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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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

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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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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 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porter Square Hotel on Aug 2, 2026 start from $190, 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 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. 730 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frankin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is my best option to stay in Boston area since is close to the metro station and surrounding by excellent restaurants on Mass Ave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms, but clean, new and nice. Great location and building. I will definitely stay here again when I visit my nephew at Tufts next.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaite

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, polite and courteous staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant place. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a good place for a stay in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing. I stayed here, it was my base for the Boston Marathon. Ideal location, just 5 stops to Boston Common. Clean, comfortable and very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Red Line. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Room was clean and well- kept. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place. Staff super helpful. Valet parking was so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Clean room, good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everyone was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and is good hotel to crash if you’re out most of the town. Its close to the Porter Square train station
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Easy valet parking. Excellent restaurant and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Very clean room and close to everything! Excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward or Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and comfortable! We stayed 1 night for the Boston Marathon. Room was ready early and we were upgraded to a Queen room. Room had a great shower and soft towels. Convenient location to subway, shopping (CVS & Target) and good dining options. We liked Bagelsaurus, CSCA Cafe, and Andy’s Diner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sishuwa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucien

Decent hotel in good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Front desk staff super helpful. And the on site restaurant was great. Thanks we will be back !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dinner at Margeaux was delicious. The staff could not have been nicer. Clean rooms and were as pictured. Enjoyed our stay definitely will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to subway , Davis Square for film festival. Many restaurant choices. Great for walking
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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