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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 Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in North Cambridge, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, Porter Square Hotel is near a train station. Tufts University and Fenway Park are notable landmarks, 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 for public transportation: Porter Square Station is just steps away and Davis Station is 12 minutes on foot. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
Map
1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140

What's nearby

  • Harvard University which includes heritage architecture
    Harvard University
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History featuring interior views
    Harvard Museum of Natural History
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harvard Square
    Harvard Square
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Harvard Law School
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tufts University
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

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
  • Panera Bread
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Caffè Nero
    2 min walk
  • Anna's Taqueria
    3 min walk

About this property

Porter Square Hotel

Hotel near Harvard University
You can look forward to a garden, a bar and a 24-hour business centre at Porter Square Hotel. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out and a TV in reception
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, a computer station and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to public transport
Room features
All 65 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 48-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

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 centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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-authorise 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 any lifts
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

Property is also known as

Porter Square Hotel Cambridge
Porter Square Hotel Hotel
Porter Square Hotel Cambridge
Porter Square Hotel Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Porter Square Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Porter Square Hotel?

As of 14 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porter Square Hotel on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$215, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Porter Square Hotel?

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?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Porter Square Hotel located?

Located in North Cambridge, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Tufts University, 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.

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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. 729 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

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

10/10 Excellent

Sishuwa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shveta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close location to Tufts. Dining options- restaurants and cafes are nearby and walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, updated, and well stocked with amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern room, friendly staff, great location. Would visit again next time we’re in the Boston area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is perfect and girls at the front desk are super sweet & helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucien

Decent hotel in good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was meticulously clean with all the amenities we needed! Keurig machine in room greatly appreciated with refills available in basement along with drinking water! Staff was supportive and very accommodating!Location was perfect and very close to public transportation and great restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Clean room Helpful staff at front desk Walk-in shower Ability to regulate room temperature
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay! Staff were helpful, room was great, super location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Nice size room. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

The staff was nice and gave suggestions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was all nice and the room was much bigger than we expected from the pictures. The bed was comfortable, too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

haijun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quite hotel, it is good and convenient for a short visit in the town. The staff is very friendly and responsible, they even called me back after check-out since I left my charger in the room. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to transportation, dining and shopping. Friendly staff. Clean and safe. Definitely recommend for a stay in Boston
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lihi

Liked: Amenities
Great location, clean, comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBORAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff!! Friendly housekeepers!! The complimentary coffee/tea station is a lifesaver now that it's autumn and chilly out. Wonderful stay at this hotel. A+
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

Nice Boutique hotel in Cambridge

Great queen suite with 2 rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

wai min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from front desk staff, especially Michelle.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the area and the on property dining! Quaint and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aniket

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location - close to Porter Sq T station and plenty of dining options nearby. Great service. Nice restaurant and bar inside the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denee'

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this little hotel. The staff were very nice and accommodating. It was very clean and comfortable. Get ready for a smaller space but so Worth it. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025