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The Charles Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star luxury hotel near Harvard University

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Front of property
Staircase
Exterior
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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One Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Fenway Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed (Fellows)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 448 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Deans) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite (Deans)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 475 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed (Chancellors)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway on request) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway on request)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Studio, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Fellows King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Ada Accessible 1 King

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Ada Accessible 2 Doubles

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deans Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Chancellor King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway On Request)

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

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

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Harvard Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fenway Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Boston Common - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • TD Garden - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Henrietta's Table - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flour Bakery + Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Charles Hotel

4-star luxury hotel near Harvard University
The Charles Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 18 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 17997 square feet (1672 square meters) and includes conference space. A library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Charles Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Charles Hotel was completed in August 2021.

This 4-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 303 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 17997 sq ft of conference space
  • 1672 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1985
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Charles Hotel offers 303 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Refrigerators and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 50 per day)
  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 55 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 40 for adults and USD 10 to 40 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 40 for adults, and USD 10 to 40 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 50.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 55.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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 - C0015240490
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 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 C0015240490. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 17 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.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Charles Hotel
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Hotel Charles
The Charles Hotel Hotel
The Charles Hotel Cambridge
The Charles Hotel Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Charles Hotel to the airport?

The Charles 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 The Charles Hotel?

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Charles Hotel on Dec 5, 2025 start from $284.25, 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 Charles Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Charles Hotel.

How close is The Charles Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 12.1 mi (31-min drive) from Revere Beach and 4.8 mi (23-min drive) from Carson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Charles Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Charles Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 40 for adults, USD 10 and 40 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at The Charles Hotel?

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

What time is check-in at The Charles Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Charles Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 50.00 per day, and valet parking for USD 55.00 per night.

Does The Charles Hotel have a pool?

The Charles Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Charles Hotel have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like American cuisine, al fresco dining, and brunch.

Does The Charles Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, mani/pedis, and prenatal massages.

How close is The Charles Hotel to downtown Cambridge?

The Charles Hotel is 0.7 mi away from Cambridge.

Reviews

The Charles Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 753 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel, among the best I've stayed at worldwide. Excellent hotel restaurants and thoughtfully designed, comfortable rooms. Superbly sited for exploring Cambridge/Harvard and Boston in general. The only flaw is the conspicuous lack of a food safe mini fridge for leftovers and/or beer. Minibar only, in the year of our lord 2025? A comparatively minor quibble; I hope to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTORIA, NEW YORK

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and room with excellent staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

TALA

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elaine A

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noriko

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

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is professional, polite, helpful and attentive. The parking is extremely convenient and easy and the facility and restaurants were always excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario Gordon, Clarksburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms. Convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Washington

Liked: Amenities
Love the rooms and the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

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

10/10 Excellent

Aisling

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed at The Charles Hotel for 3 nights and couldn’t have been more impressed with the level of service all round. The hotel spaces are lovely and rooms well appointed. Perfect location for Harvard Square and food was super. Thank you to all the staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and spacious accommodations convenient to the center if Cambridge and Harvard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moad

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel, best in Cambridge
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Charles is my favorite hotel. Quiet, classy, Harvardian
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Amenities
Great sheets. Nicely appointed rooms. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramnath

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had high hopes for this hotel after visiting its restaurant last year and seeing the lobby and reviews. Unfortunately, we were first booked on the 9th floor during a heat wave. The musty smell of the room was so strong when we opened the door. The hotel did right by us and moved us to a lower floor. The person from the front desk that moved our room was lovely - so friendly and understanding. The new room was wonderful and the TV had a better picture as well. We later learned that the musty smell can occur on the higher floors when the temperature is high. Why put us there to begin with then? In addition, there is no refrigerator in the room unless you request one. Maybe not a big deal for some, but we like to keep our water cold. I am glad that the hotel ended up doing right by us, but still question the decision to put us on the 9th floor at the start.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and location. Loved our stay, and would certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025