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Harvard Square Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop, 3-minute walk to Harvard University

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Harvard Square Hotel, in the heart of its namesake district, offers a convenient retreat. Guests can enjoy coffee at the on-site cafe, use dry cleaning services, or relax with complimentary newspapers. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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

Room (One Full)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, Accessible (One, Full)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • American Repertory Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Harvard Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Harvard Law School - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boston Calling Music Festival - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Harvard Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Felipe's Taqueria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Flour Bakery + Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grendel's Den Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Harvard Square Hotel

Hotel near Harvard University
Located close to Boston University and Fenway Park, Harvard Square Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Limo/town car service, self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, ATM/banking services, and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 73 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

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

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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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Harvard Hotel
Harvard Hotel Square
Harvard Square Hotel
Harvard Square Hotel Cambridge
Hotel Harvard
Hotel Harvard Square
Cambridge Harvard Square Hotel
Harvard Square Cambridge
Harvard Square Hotel Hotel
Harvard Square Hotel Cambridge
Harvard Square Hotel Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Harvard Square Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 50 per night. Extended parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Harvard Square Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Harvard Square Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Harvard Square Hotel located?

Located in West Cambridge, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Harvard University and within 3 mi (5 km) of Boston University and Fenway Park. Northeastern University and TD Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km). Harvard Square Station is only a 4-minute walk and Central Square Station is 21 minutes.

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Harvard Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 635 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 635 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 635 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 635 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 635 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Heather

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

10/10 Excellent

Srikanth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place if you want to enjoy Harvard square
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

Robert B.

Good service and good room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, enjoyed my entire 2 night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Oren

Liked: Cleanliness
Amenities are very limited. fee for parking at hotel is outrageous.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location. Property a bit tired.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really convenient to Harvard Square and all that area offers. Also a great option to pick up a rental car from the company using its garage.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here at the heart of Harvard Square. Best option and best location. Very convenient to T and to Harvard and Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was only there for a night but the hotel was very clean, updated, and quiet (even in a room two doors down from the elevator). Super convenient location. Morning staff at checkout were very friendly, helpful, and gave a great recommendation for brunch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tong

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel I ever lived.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place! So close to the campus and the staff was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It’s located by plenty of good food spots.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is fantastic for Harvard and Cambridge. The repurposed building works out well for a small but comfortable hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

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

10/10 Excellent

Alec

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

10/10 Excellent

milo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for something close to the T, food and Harvard there’s no better place. Ryan at the front desk came through with great local food recommendations
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stayed for Boston commons and was so easy to walk, parking was confusing but parked in a lot right across street
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Great location and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing staff and very close to Harvard
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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