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Harvard Square Hotel

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Located close to Harvard University and Boston University, Harvard Square Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room (One Full)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of buildings through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall with a blue abstract design.

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room, Accessible (One, Full)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in West Cambridge, a neighborhood in Cambridge, Harvard Square Hotel is near the airport and near a metro station. Harvard Square and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Harbor and Boston Common. Check out an event or a game at Fenway Park, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
Map
110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • A classical building with columns and a blue door, surrounded by trees and people walking.
    Harvard University
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic town square with brick buildings, a red bus, and a Harvard sign.
    Harvard Square
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brattle Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • American Repertory Theater
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Massachusetts Hall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Felipe's Taqueria
    2 min walk
  • Lou's
    3 min walk
  • Grendel's Den Restaurant & Bar
    2 min walk
  • Tasty Burger
    3 min walk
  • Henrietta's Table
    4 min walk

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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 on-site 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

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 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

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 0.2 mi (0.3 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 22 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Harvard Square Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 435 out of 833 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 833 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 833 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 833 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 833 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location with a pleasant room. Just stayed one night but would choose this hotel again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Enjoyed our stay- great location for exploring Cambridge, and easy to get into Boston.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location in Cambridge within walking distance to many restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Transportation is very convenient as well as parking lots
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our first time staying here, but hopefully not our last. The room was immaculate, the staff was very professional, and the location is perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location. Limited parking
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Perfectly located close to Harvard Square with convenient parking, this clean hotel offers a quiet respite from the crowds outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean, simple, well located to Harvard and lots of places to eat and shop.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was helpful and accommodating! Rooms were clean and comfortable. Shops, Restaurants, Schools, and MBTA were all in walking distance. It was a great place to stay to easily explore Harvard Square!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, friendly staff and a lot of food and places near by,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Love the location everything is clean beds are comfortable. Only suggestion would be to offer scones or a pastry in the morning with the free coffee
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Small clean efficient best locating in harvard square bar move. Schedule all your meetings at Henrietta's table at the Charles Hotel (literally across the street) and Dave 75% on the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location at a reasonable price. Nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable. Friendly staff and easy parking. All in all, a good option..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Could not ask for a better location than right in the middle of Hahvahd Square. Staff were friendly, rooms were quite spacious and clean, and coffee was available at all times. Bed was very comfortable and not too soft (just the way I like it). All in all we had a great stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location !!! Right in the heart of Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfectly located and very easy to deal with particularly when walking. It’s the perfect spot if you have a child at Harvard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room is bare minimum. Cooling and heating is old and wonky. TV with cable and no streaming or casting. Sheets and bed were clean and comfy and the location in relation to campus is great! No room service or restaurant, but great bakery next door. Expensive for what it is but the location just might make it worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice, easy to get to hotel, right in the middle of Harvard Square. Perfect for our needs. Easy parking, great walking distance to Harvard, all the shops and T
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean as was the entire hotel. Staff was nice and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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If you want to stay in Harvard Square for an affordable price, this is the spot. Access to everything, good food, good coffee and plenty of things to see and do.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location to Harvard square which is what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel was wonderful. Exceptionally clean with amazing customer service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026