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The Windsor Inn

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A kitchen area with a refrigerator, coffee machines, and a shelf with kitchen supplies. - The Windsor Inn (Cambridge)
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, wooden flooring, a television, and a wooden wardrobe. - The Windsor Inn (Cambridge)
Potted plants arranged in a row on a sidewalk. - The Windsor Inn (Cambridge)
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and red stools. There is a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, and an 'EXIT' sign on the wall. - The Windsor Inn (Cambridge)
A wooden staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a framed picture and a decorative bird sculpture. - The Windsor Inn (Cambridge)
Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are located near The Windsor Inn, which provides free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

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Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Queen Bed)

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Queen Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a framed map on the wall.

Queen Plus

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking (Full Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Central Square, a neighborhood in Cambridge, is home to The Windsor Inn. Boston Harbor and Encore Boston Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Harvard Square and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fenway Park or TD Garden. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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85-87 Windsor Street, Cambridge, MA, 02139

What's nearby

  • A large building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and trees.
    Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A cityscape with a river, modern buildings, and a bridge.
    Kendall Square
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A large outdoor concert with a stage decorated with stars and fireworks.
    Charles River Esplanade
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A historic building with a clock tower, a large gate, and a well-maintained lawn.
    Harvard University
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A modern sculpture in a park with autumn trees and a historic building in the background.
    Boston University
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Union Square Station
    3 min drive
  • Central Square Station
    8 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar
    4 min walk
  • Area Four
    5 min walk
  • The Phoenix Landing
    6 min walk
  • Toscanini's Ice Cream
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 32 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1840
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 250 for check-in between 10:30 PM and 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 32 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 250 for check-in between 10:30 PM and 2:00 AM
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 50 per day

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 - C0014540491
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number C0014540491

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The Windsor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 32 per day.

What time is check-in at The Windsor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:30 PM– 2:00 AM for a fee of USD 250.

What time is check-out at The Windsor Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Windsor Inn located?

Located in Central Square, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kendall Square, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Harvard University. Harvard Square and Fenway Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Central Square Station is 8 minutes by foot and Kendall-MIT Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

The Windsor Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HIREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is like a home, in fact it is a home. The owner runs the hotel, he is a food lover himself and makes different dishes for his guests. Further lots of food options for self service at any time of the day are available. And most importantly, the price is relatively low for this area. And there is no compromise on quality at all.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place and lovedvthe owner Marco! Very attentive but not intrusive. As a parent leaving a freshman at MIT this place was amazing! We were at walking distance to everything we or our new-dorm- resident- son may need. Very recomended. Important to know, this is not an hotel, but it have all you may need.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tomoyoshi

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

TETSUYA

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021