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Hotel 1868

3.5 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop, near Harvard University

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Located near Harvard University, Hotel 1868 offers a modern retreat with practical amenities. Guests can enjoy coffee at the on-site shop, maintain their workout in the 24-hour gym, or stay productive at the business center while enjoying complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Mini Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Mini Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(121 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Agassiz, a neighborhood in Cambridge, Hotel 1868 is near a train station. Encore Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Museum of Science and New England Aquarium. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at TD Garden or Fenway Park.
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1868 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Harvard Square - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Tufts University - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Fenway Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station - 1 min walk
  • Ball Square Station - 4 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yume Ga Arukara - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Page & Leaf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Zing - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sugar & Spice Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel 1868

Hotel near Harvard University
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour gym, and a 24-hour business center at Hotel 1868. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a computer station
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Caffe Nero

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0016100491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Hotel 1868 Cambridge
1868 Cambridge
Hotel 1868 Hotel
Hotel 1868 Cambridge
Hotel 1868 Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel 1868 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel 1868?

Valet parking is available for USD 28 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel 1868?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel 1868?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel 1868 located?

Located in Agassiz, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harvard Law School, Harvard University, and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 mi (5 km). Porter Square Station is only a 2-minute walk and Davis Station is 14 minutes.

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Hotel 1868 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 767 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Very friendly staff. Well designed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and accessible place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

zoraida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While it was in Cambridge, getting downtown to Boston was easy because the train station was right across the street. Good restaurants and shopping in the area. Hotel was clean and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Ulises

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall an enjoyable experience and great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and efficient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with our recent stay - very clean, comfortable room. Right across from the Porter St T Station. Lots of shops/restaurants within walking distance. Easy check in/check out - friendly staff. Would have loved a mini-fridge in the room - all else 5 Stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredible. Room wasn’t large but I was just there to sleep and shower. Bathroom was large and room was comfortable. Area around the hotel is safe with lots of places to eat. I was there for a reunion at Harvard Law School and it was an easy 15 minute walk. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wife loved the shower window
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Darshin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will return again and again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aminata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Very clean & friendly staff! Made our stay effortless.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, room a bit small. Great gym and work space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great find for the price in Boston. Staff was incredible - above and beyond in many ways! Really enjoyed my time here, and would highly recommend if you’re looking for a reasonable Boston option!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Hotel 1868. We loved it was near the train and dining options. The rooms were clean, comfortable and although not spacious exactly perfect for two people. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Lovely, spotless hotel in a very convenient location; friendly and helpful staff. The room was small, but fine for my needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, friendly staff, great location. Awesome gym!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, beds were perfect and took a clean. Was close to restaurants and the subway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pejman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay there. Everything was to our satisfaction. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to redline and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great 5 day stay. Convenient. Great responsive staff. Valet parking is affordable. Walkable to Harvard sites and easy across the street access to red line subway which can take you anywhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sudhakara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location right next to the porter station. Convenient. One stop from Harvard and three from MIT.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makhosana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. It’s convenient to the T for getting into and around Boston.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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