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Tranquil House in Cambridge

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Located close to Harvard University, Tranquil House in Cambridge provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded towel, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a large wooden door.

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with floral bedding, a wooden headboard, and two bedside lamps.

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a stack of folded towels on the bed.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the riverwalk, Tranquil House in Cambridge is in Strawberry Hill neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Tufts University and The Freedom Trail are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Harvard Square and Newbury Street. 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. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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15 Holmes Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • A classical-style gazebo with Corinthian columns, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Mount Auburn Cemetery
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A lit cable-stayed bridge at night with its reflection in the water.
    Charles River
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A large red-brick building with a central tower and a clock, surrounded by green lawns and trees.
    Harvard University
    5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Charles River Reservation
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Boston Calling Music Festival
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Belmont Station
    4 min drive
  • Porter Square Station
    4 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Deluxe Town Diner
    15 min walk
  • Intelligentsia Coffee
    5 min walk
  • Burger King
    3 min drive
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    18 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1927
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments

There is no front desk at this property

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [15 Holmes Street Cambridge MA 02138]

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per day

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number C0088110491

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil House in Cambridge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil House in Cambridge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Tranquil House in Cambridge?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Tranquil House in Cambridge located?

Located in Strawberry Hill, this guesthouse is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Harvard University and within 6 mi (10 km) of Boston University and Fenway Park. Northeastern University and TD Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Tranquil House in Cambridge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 177 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Responsive owner, easy to find with maps, easy parking out front- very clean and efficient so so quiet!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Tranquil House was a lovely place to stay while visiting the Boston area. The house is in a good location just a short walk from a bus station. The host was super kind and helpful and the space felt very welcoming. We initially planned to stay for only one night but ended up extending to two because we liked it so much (and wanted more time in Boston). We would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Otis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mark was a congenial and helpful host, great conversationalist. House was exceptionally clean and very homey/ cozy. Got a chance to practice my embryonic Mandarin with him as he is bilingual. Will definitely return. Parking was easy and accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO

Liked: Amenities
Is very quiet and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable and clean. The property manager is very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

ALONSO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean spacious room, comfortable bed, Mark is very friendly; I didn’t realize that this location is a guest type of facilities. Check in ends at 11:00 PM, I arrived almost at midnight and Mark was waiting for me. Good price, free parking abd close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sohil

Disliked: Amenities
Bedroom and living room areas are good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tremayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy access, quiet neighborhood, mass transportation easy to access, clean property and facilities, caretakers easy to get along with
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Indu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes, nice and quiet kitchen was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betzie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the room was clean, as was the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Good Room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alkes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy, superb, highly recommended

I really en
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Skyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spot! Thank you for the hospitality (:
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Turkish cafe near apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Rick

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host answers questions right away. Great place to stay and if we were here longer we would have made use of the kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked Tranquity house it is just right for us the location, no issue for parking, coffee tea, oatmeal etc. We will be checking in again in the near future thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Adem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We will be back!

Everything was good and Mark was very helpful and nice to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALEJANDRO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Job
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Good atention
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Google, Hotels.com, and a number of other sites all displayed availability here at 9:45PM. I booked a room immediately, received a confirmation email, and arrived at the property around 10:10.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jemil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking is not goid
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025