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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Museum of Science in Cambridge

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A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a blue-lit canopy and a visible American flag.
A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a counter with snacks.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a kitchen area in the background.
A modern coffee shop with seating, a television, and a coffee display.
A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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250 Monsignor O'Brien Hwy, Cambridge, MA, 02141
  • Place, Cambridgeside Galleria
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Science
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a chair, and a television.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (Accessible Tub)

  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Three bottles of J.R. Watkins products on a wall-mounted dispenser.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

A blue safe with a digital keypad and instructions for locking and opening.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Three bottles of J.R. Watkins products on a wall-mounted dispenser.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A blue safe with a digital keypad and instructions for locking and opening.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(79 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A blue safe with a digital keypad and instructions for locking and opening.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Heart of Cambridge.Your stay at this East Cambridge hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Museum of Science and Kendall Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and TD Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cambridgeside Galleria - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museum of Science - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kendall Square - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • TD Garden - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lechmere Station - 6 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 15 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Amba - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tap 151 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lamplighter Brewing Co. CX - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

Hotel near Museum of Science in Cambridge
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG. Parking is available for a fee.

This Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG offers 112 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature down comforters. Satellite television is provided. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.
  • 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 50.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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 - C0015800491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 C0015800491. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Cambridge
Holiday Inn Express Boston Cambridge Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Boston Cambridge
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG is 4.7 mi (16-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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG?

As of Sep 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG on Sep 20, 2026 start from $251, 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 7.5 mi (17-min drive) from Revere Beach and 2.8 mi (16-min drive) from Carson Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Encore Boston Harbor (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 50.00 per night.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG to downtown Cambridge?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG is 1.4 mi away from Cambridge.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1014 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yayu

Liked: Cleanliness
Will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for Boston trip. Clean room, comfortable beds, nice staff, good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ellias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast menu, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the breakfast was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was excellent , we attended 2 graduations and both were very easy to get to and the convenience of shopping restaurants and mass transit nearby was great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great short stay, central to where we needed to be, a bonus of free breakfast was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heat hotel for the price and location.. Breakfast great and walkable to the city or to the metro.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All services were excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great breakfasts each morning. Lots of variety
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to downtown. Also easy to get in and out of the city from this location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and breakfast was good
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. Breakfast was nice and fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
grocery store near the hotel, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Les

Great value and hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gourab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice location; close to MIT; safe neighborhood
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Xiuqin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amneris

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Star was extremely friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great and the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a little banged up with rips in the blinds and walls with holes that need patching but staff was great and breatfast was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ankit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel facility are in good condition. By far the best part of this Holiday Inn Express is Tyler and Dylan. They go far and beyond what you would expect from front desk staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, WiFi was fine, breakfast was great with a lot of choices. Overall, it was a pleasant experience all around.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shibin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good place for staying in the nights!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025