110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138
What's nearby
Harvard University - 3 min walk
Harvard Square - 3 min walk
Boston University - 4 min drive
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 5 min drive
Fenway Park - 6 min drive
Getting around
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 19 min drive
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 19 min drive
Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 27 min drive
Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 33 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 35 min drive
Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
Union Square Station - 5 min drive
Boston Yawkey Station - 6 min drive
Ball Square Station - 6 min drive
Harvard Square Station - 4 min walk
Central Square Station - 21 min walk
Porter Square Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Felipe's Mexican Taqueria - 2 min walk
Pinocchio's Pizza & Subs - 2 min walk
Charlie's Kitchen - 1 min walk
Tasty Burger - 2 min walk
Flour Bakery + Cafe - 1 min walk
About this property
Harvard Square Hotel
Harvard Square Hotel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Harvard University and Harvard Square. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Boston University and Tufts University are a short five-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is close by: Harvard Square Station is only 4 minutes on foot.
Languages
Arabic, English, French, German, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
73 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
On-site extended parking (USD 25 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Parking
Self-parking costs USD 45 per night with in/out privileges
Extended parking costs USD 25 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
State tax ID – C0014470490
Also known as
Harvard Hotel
Harvard Hotel Square
Harvard Square Hotel
Harvard Square Hotel Cambridge
Hotel Harvard
Hotel Harvard Square
Cambridge Harvard Square Hotel
Harvard Square Cambridge
Harvard Square Hotel Hotel
Harvard Square Hotel Cambridge
Harvard Square Hotel Hotel Cambridge
Frequently asked questions
Does Harvard Square Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Harvard Square Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Harvard Square Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Harvard Square Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs USD 45 per night. Extended parking costs USD 25 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Harvard Square Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Harvard Square Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (8-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Harvard Square Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course.
What's the area around Harvard Square Hotel like?
Harvard Square Hotel is in West Cambridge, a short 4-minute walk from Harvard Square Station and 3 minutes' walk from Harvard University. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
Harvard Square Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 November 2024
JoAnnah
JoAnnah, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
11 October 2024
Overpriced urban motel
This place was and is an overpriced urban motel in a prime location next to Harvard Square. Rooms are small. Bathrooms are airplane sized with a shower. No ammenities whatsover. Parking is an exhorbitant rate.
Try to avoid this overpriced place.
MARIO
MARIO, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Erin
Erin, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
eric
eric, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
19 August 2024
The hotel was situated in a great location. The staff was great and friendly but the hotel could use a good cleaning. Also, the AC in our room was very noisy and made weird noises.
Irena
Irena, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
Yiwen
Yiwen, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 August 2024
Except $ 45 parking . It’s the best place to stay around Harvard in Cambridge MA
Lucas
Lucas, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
Standing out is the convenience/location of the hotel and the cleanliness. The staff is also helpful, but there is little to help as there is no breakfast not dining option in the hotel.
Karel
Karel, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
14 August 2024
Hige
The excellent location regarding transportation, restaurants/eatery, and shopping. The hotel manager, who was at the front desk in the morning, was very generous, but crews in the afternoon were rather lazy. Any inconveniences were attended timely.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 August 2024
Great place
Regina
Regina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
Location
Joan
Joan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
4 August 2024
Lots of spiders everywhere in our bathroom and some near the beds. No vent in the bathroom and very humid in the bathroom. Rooms are tiny. Beds are not queen size as advertised. Can’t wait to get home. Probably won’t stay here again. Ever.
Rebekah
Rebekah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
29 July 2024
Bernadette
Bernadette, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
26 July 2024
Zameer
Zameer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 July 2024
Yasmin
Yasmin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
See above.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 July 2024
william
william, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
18 July 2024
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Marco
Marco, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 July 2024
Cara
Cara, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
liz
liz, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
8 July 2024
The hotel is conveniently located in Harvard Square, and parking was a breeze. However, we had difficulty opening the door to our room, and my husband had to use full body force to open it. Similarly, we had to use extreme force to open the door to exit the room. The room was neat and clean, as was the bathroom, but again, we had to use extreme force to turn the shower on. We later discovered that the faucet dripped, and the only way to stop the dripping was to turn it extremely tight.
Erin
Erin, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
Good stay
We had a great weekend away to watch the Boston Cannons PLL homecoming. The hotel was extremely welcoming and very friendly. It was a little noisy and rooms could be updated a bit more but overall for the price was worth it.