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Harvard Square Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Harvard University

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Massachusetts Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (One Full)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, Accessible (One, Full)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

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

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Heart of Cambridge.A stay at this West Cambridge hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Harvard University and 3 miles (5 km) of Boston University. Fenway Park and Northeastern University 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
  • Massachusetts Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Boston Calling Music Festival - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Boston University - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Harvard Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Felipe's Taqueria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henrietta's Table - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Harvard Square Hotel

3-star hotel near Harvard University
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 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • 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.

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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 50 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
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harvard Square Hotel to the airport?

Harvard Square Hotel is 8.5 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 Harvard Square Hotel?

As of Mar 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harvard Square Hotel on Apr 5, 2026 start from $231, 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 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 11.9 mi (27-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 (9-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 50 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. 350 out of 698 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 698 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 698 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 698 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 698 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaso

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and hotel was mostly spotless (the paint above my shower was peeling). Don't miss the "computer circuit" map of the T (subway) at the right of the check-in desk. Love the microwave, the free tea, coffee, and hot chocolate. There's also ice and a vending machine on the second floor. An iron, ironing board and hair dryer are included in the room. My one minor complaint is that the heated air in the hotel is really dry (in fact one of the large doors behind the check-in desk is cracked). My sinuses were burning until I added moisture by washing some items and allowing them to dry.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soon-Kin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always stay at HSH whenever I visit Boston. The former owner, Mr. Richard, was wonderful—he greeted guests each morning with a warm smile and engaging conversation, which truly made the stay feel personal and welcoming. Although Mr. Richard has retired, I am very pleased to see that the new owner has continued this tradition and carried on the legacy of providing an exceptional guest experience. HSH remains a place where guests are made to feel comfortable and valued. I highly recommend HSH to anyone visiting Boston, especially Harvard University and Harvard Square.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, nice staff, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check in, Great location. Small room but not why we stayed. wall are a bit thin could hear every door opening by cleaning staff in morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
Shopping nearby. Heating was wonderful and it was very cold outside. Happy to have warm room. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Harvard Square Hotel provided a clean, comfortable place to stay for out short trip to Cambridge.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

palmerin

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Staff at check in was not welcoming. The shampoo, conditioner dispenser was hard to squeeze.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and very comfortable. Very pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sooyong

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

10/10 Excellent

LOIS

Free morning coffee! spotless room! And terrific location for my particular needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

amy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check-in. Clean room. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, reasonably priced, and basic hotel. Free coffee is a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Temperature control worked well. Nice installation of soap, shampoo, and conditioner. Staff was always available. One night the fire detector started beeping. The staff took care of it expeditiously.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rochelle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean albeit small room. Staff very courteous
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ishan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, easy walk to campus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025