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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3.0 star property
3-star historic hotel near Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Staircase leads to an upper level with a large American flag and decorative dog statues.
Experience the charm of The Kendall, a historic building with a classic, symmetrical facade and arched windows.
Relax in our spacious lobby with comfortable seating and a variety of lighting fixtures.
Compact kitchen with a checkered floor, stainless steel range hood, and microwave. Equipped with white cabinetry and a gold handle, a red shelf above the sink, a dish rack, and a coffee maker.
Freshly baked goods and hot beverages are available at this hotel's bakery.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • TD Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Room amenity

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Room (Queen)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Classic Room (Queen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

MIT stay.With a stay at this MIT hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and 2 miles (3 km) of Massachusetts General Hospital. TD Garden and Harvard University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • TD Garden - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Massachusetts General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Harvard University - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Northeastern University - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Kendall-MIT Station - 1 min walk
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 4 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shy Bird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Area Four - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tatte - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3-star historic hotel near Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the historic The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse. Parking is available for a fee. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1895
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers 77 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 52 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 29.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Nearby fitness center access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 52 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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 - C0015480491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 C0015480491. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number C0494890491

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Kendall
Kendall Cambridge
Kendall Hotel
Kendall Hotel Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse to the airport?

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse is 5.2 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 The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse on Jul 27, 2025 start from $197.1, 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 The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse.

How close is The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse to the beach?

This hotel is 7.5 mi (24-min drive) from Revere Beach and 2.7 mi (18-min drive) from Carson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offer free breakfast?

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Encore Boston Harbor (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 52 per night.

Does The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse have a pool?

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse does not have a pool.

Does The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse to downtown Cambridge?

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse is 1.4 mi away from Cambridge.

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 846 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1010 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great hotel. Will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE, New Canaan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

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

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property. Would definitely stay again. On site parking was a huge plus. Complimentary snacks and breakfast were great too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, offered a few nearby dining choices for when we arrived. One was busy but ended up at The Luna Cafe which had excellent brunch choices, fast friendly service there too. Easter Sunday we had the breakfast at the hotel, so much to choose from. Great coffee and think it was fresh squeezed orange juice with pulp. Will definitely go back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night and it was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, comfortable and very well decorated hotel. Super friendly staff, excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

QIANG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in MIT campus. Retro interior and exterior decoration, family suite is the best choice for traveling with children. Free breakfast is a plus, but it would be better to change the content of breakfast every day. Like this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Nice stay

Quaint, comfortable, exceptionally quiet, very well located next to the T. Convenient and cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, very comfortable and beautiful rooms, very helpful and friendly staff, very good breakfast. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable and terrific service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, however they charged an additional unexpected "destination fee" that was apparently not part of the advertised price.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

linda

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service

Mechanical noise and no one cares

The fan in the bathroom would not shut off. So loud I couldn’t sleep. They could not fix it or get me another room. I tried to sleep on the couch because the noise was louder in the bed. I was up at 4 am yesterday and barely slept last night and I am exhausted. I have to get to work but still waiting for the manager to get in to resolve this. The whole point of a hotel is a good night’s sleep and I did not get that:(
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Satoshi, San Diego

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

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

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

10/10 Excellent

Bing

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, nice room. Historic building kept in excellent condition, Appreciated that the heating-cooling system is quiet. Parking is convenient but does require skill to maneuver in a tight space. The included breakfast buffet needed more healthy choices (e.g. bran cereal, oatmeal, better variety of fruit.) But overall, still very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025