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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Museum of Science

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Lobby sitting area
Suite, 1 Twin Bed (Additional Living Area) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Point of interest
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge is a practical base in the heart of Cambridge. Start your day with a breakfast buffet before exploring Kendall Square and MIT. Enjoy in-room WiFi, dry cleaning services, and multilingual staff for a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Twin Bed (Additional Living Area) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Twin Bed (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Sofa bed - queen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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View from room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub) | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in East Cambridge, a neighborhood in Cambridge, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG is near a metro station. Kendall Square is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Harvard Square. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at TD Garden or Fenway Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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250 Monsignor O'Brien Hwy, Cambridge, MA, 02141

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • TD Garden - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Boston Common - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Fenway Park - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lechmere Station - 6 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 16 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gufo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Triangle Coffee Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tap 151 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪9Zaab Thai Street Food - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Museum of Science
Located close to Kendall Square and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A TV in the lobby, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, concierge services, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 112 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Down comforters, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 49-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - April 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 50.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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 - C0015800491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Cambridge
Holiday Inn Express Boston Cambridge Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Boston Cambridge
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 50.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG located?

Located in East Cambridge, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Museum of Science, Kendall Square, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. TD Garden and Boston Common are also within 2 mi (3 km). Lechmere Station is 6 minutes by foot and East Somerville Station is 13 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring Boston.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr.Shylesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient place to stay, easily accessible decent amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was difficult to get to, but the hotel was clean, staff were great, and breakfast was yummy!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyronzell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siu Ping Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service , I am twice times stay the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and property was clean. It was easy to walk to public transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our two holiday express front desk host (D & M - …first name initial only) were so helpful and courteous!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aditya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great, good value
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bette Jo

Liked: Staff & service
It was ok but expected more for the price. The breakfast was ok but very crowded.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very good！
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, cleaning service every day Close to transportation and shopping area next to it . Quiet place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were using the T as our transportation and it was close to a station which was great for us. We also had some terrible rain, and there were dining options that really helped us keep from having to go out in the rain. Staff was friendly. Great location for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, great free breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupali

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great.near airport and free shuttle to airport
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained rooms, clean, quiet AC, good selection, decent food on breakfast buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE DE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I recommend it. Five stars
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained property! Would like to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So accommodating when we arrived early from our flight!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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