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Harvard Square Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop/cafe, a quick walk to Harvard University

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Reception
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fenway Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, Accessible (One, Full)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room (One Full)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Cambridge

Harvard Square Hotel puts you in the centre of Cambridge, 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Harvard University and 3.1 km (2 mi) from Boston University. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class West Cambridge hotel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Fenway Park and 4.9 km (3 mi) from Northeastern University.

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harvard Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Boston University - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Fenway Park - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • TD Garden - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Harvard Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Felipe's Taqueria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Flour Bakery + Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wusong Road - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Harvard Square Hotel

Hotel with a coffee shop/cafe, a quick walk to Harvard University
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Harvard Square Hotel. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Harvard Square Hotel offers 73 accommodations with a safe and designer toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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: USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD50.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 - C0014470490
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The tax ID number is C0014470490. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Harvard Hotel Square
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Harvard Square Hotel Cambridge
Hotel Harvard
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Cambridge Harvard Square Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Harvard Square Hotel?

Harvard Square Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Harvard Square Hotel?

Yep, Harvard Square Hotel has a self car park with in/out privileges for USD 50 per night. Additionally there is extended parking for USD 25 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Harvard Square Hotel?

The closest beach to Harvard Square Hotel is Revere Beach (11.4 km).

Is Harvard Square Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Harvard Square Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harvard Square Hotel?

No, Harvard Square Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Harvard Square Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Harvard Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 590 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was in the best location. So easy to get everywhere in Harvard square and to the train. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

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

Revisiting Cambridge

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Emineh

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel is very small, even the lobby is very jammed. Rooms are laminate floor and bathroom has a small vanity with no room to store toiletries on. The shower in our room was leaking. We had booked two rooms. First family arriving earlier than the second one. When second family arrived at the middle of the night, their room was occupied. They had to ask for a new room. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashlin

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Norah

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is situated in a nice area with plenty of dining options, shopping and easy access to public transportation. The staff were courteous and there was access to coffee, tea, microwave and snacks on the lobby floor. We had one issue that was not resolved during our 4 night stay, which is a repair for the shower handle which had fallen off on the second day. It would have been nice to have had this fixed as it presented a safety hazard.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to Harvard school and so many shops around
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sally

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
I stayed 2 nights separated by a few days. The first night was very loud and I could hear everything around me. The second night my room was not a clean as I would have liked and smelled a bit of smoke
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Krysten

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I wanted to enjoy this stay much more. The bed I. Our room was very uncomfortable but terrible pillows and scratchy sheets. The ac in our room was sooooo loud like clacking that we had to keep it off but it got warm quick in there. The staff were super friendly and helpful park cost extra but it’s easy and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Great experience. Excellent location. Staff was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accommodations and especially the service far exceeded my expectations. The friendly young staff was warm, welcoming, and helpful both on the phone and in person. My room was simple, clean, and comfortable. The on-site parking was amazing, and for my needs the location could not have been more convenient. What a pleasant surprise!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khalida

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

8/10 Good

Modupe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

aimee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed the night when attending The Boston Calling Music Festival. It was the absolute best location for this. It was a short, easy, safe walk to the festival, they had parking (you have to pay) at the hotel and it was a lovely clean hotel. We stopped at a wonderful restaurant after the concert and had some food and drinks before going back to hotel and everything was within blocks. We will always return here when attending anything in Harvard Square.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Pam

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Very convenient and nice staff, but very few amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for Boston Calling. Only a 10 minute walk to the festival and the area is nice and has a ton of restaurants and other places to shop. Hotel is clean and comfortable and the staff was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! We stayed here for my daughter’s graduation and the staff and room were excellent. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025