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Porter Square Hotel

3.0 star property
A charming retreat with a peaceful garden awaits travelers seeking both tranquility and convenience, just steps from public transit and world-class attractions.

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Porter Square Hotel offers a garden sanctuary near Harvard University for travelers to relax after sightseeing. The property features a bar, on-site restaurant for convenient dining, and free WiFi. Guests particularly appreciate the staff's helpful service.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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A compact hotel room with two beds, a small desk, a shower area, and a toilet.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(150 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(50 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a white bedspread and a brown blanket with the text "Porter Square Hotel".

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a television, and a bed.

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a brick building.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a city view.

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of buildings, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in North Cambridge, a neighborhood in Cambridge, Porter Square Hotel is near a train station. Berklee College of Music and Boston Museum of Fine Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boston Harbor and Encore Boston Harbor. Check out an event or a game at TD Garden, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Porter Square Station is just steps away and Davis Station is 12 minutes by foot. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140

What's nearby

  • A classical building with columns and a blue door, surrounded by trees and people walking.
    Harvard University
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A museum corridor with taxidermy animals, including a large elephant statue.
    Harvard Museum of Natural History
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A city skyline at sunset with sailboats on the water.
    Tufts University
    3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • A nighttime street scene with a historic building, street lamps, and a church spire.
    Harvard Square
    5 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Somerville Theatre
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station
    2 min walk
  • Ball Square Station
    3 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yume Ga Arukara
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Cafe Rustica
    7 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    2 min walk
  • Anna's Taqueria
    3 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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 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 - C0015450491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Porter Square Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Porter Square Hotel?

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 Porter Square Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Porter Square Hotel located?

Located in North Cambridge, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harvard Museum of Natural History, Harvard University, and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. Porter Square Station is only a 2-minute walk and Davis Station is 12 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

Porter Square Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 731 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff small but perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, convenient valet parking. Rooms are small but nicely appointed and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly convenient location, reasonably priced, and friendly employees. I return again and again because I love this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aniket

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room; nice location; nice Bar
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff. Loved the mid century modern vibe. Simple room that was super comfortable and so quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sareh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! The staff was super nice (especially the gentleman with the spider tattoo) and was so helpful when I discovered I’d accidentally booked a twin room instead of a king 😂. The room and the hotel were super clean and we really enjoyed our stay there!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in great location. Helpful staff and room was clean. The only thing I didn’t like was lack of closet (minimal clothes hanging space) as I was in town for wedding with multiple dressy events. Otherwise a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location close to the T and local restaurants & coffee shops. Check in and out was a breeze. The room was quiet & comfortable and the Margaux Supper Club was a lovely option for fine dining. I will stay again next time
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frankin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is my best option to stay in Boston area since is close to the metro station and surrounding by excellent restaurants on Mass Ave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A handy find. Only 5-6 stops on the T into the heart of Boston. Relaxed neighbourhood with range of shops, coffee bar over the road. On site valet parking at sensible cost. Cost about half the going rate in Downtown. Nice landscaped and beautifully maintained gardens belonging to the hotel at the rear.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms, but clean, new and nice. Great location and building. I will definitely stay here again when I visit my nephew at Tufts next.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaite

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, polite and courteous staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are indeed on the small side but if you are a single traveler or just using the room for sleep it's no issue at all, plus the price was far less than surrounding options. It was perfect for myself to attend a show, just needing a place to sleep. Staff were very friendly, area around the hotel very nice, and very close to the subway. All in all very happy
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel.Staff is lovely, room is spotless, and they kindly called me and arranged pick-up for a small item I left behind. The location is perfect -- within walking distance to wonderful dining, shopping, and Harvard Square. It does not offer many amenities but is within a stone's throw of many restaurants, shops, and convenience stores (including a Star Market, Target, and CVS).
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a good place for a stay in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing. I stayed here, it was my base for the Boston Marathon. Ideal location, just 5 stops to Boston Common. Clean, comfortable and very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Red Line. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Room was clean and well- kept. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Valet parking was efficient and responsive. Rooms are small and shower was tiny. Robes are made of a cheap and not cozy fabric. Bed is very comfortable. The restaurant and bar seemed nice and convivial. Too bad there is no breakfast offered on weekends. Hotel is well located for North Cambridge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place. Staff super helpful. Valet parking was so convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Clean room, good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and is good hotel to crash if you’re out most of the town. Its close to the Porter Square train station
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward or Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and comfortable! We stayed 1 night for the Boston Marathon. Room was ready early and we were upgraded to a Queen room. Room had a great shower and soft towels. Convenient location to subway, shopping (CVS & Target) and good dining options. We liked Bagelsaurus, CSCA Cafe, and Andy’s Diner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026