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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour business centre

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Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Luxury 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed | Private kitchenette
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$445
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Room options

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Room amenity

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Classic Room (Queen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • TD Garden - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Massachusetts General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Harvard University - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Northeastern University - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Kendall-MIT Station - 1 min walk
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 4 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shy Bird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Area Four - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tatte - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Historic boutique hotel near Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Located close to Massachusetts General Hospital and Prudential Tower, The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business centre are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and a vending machine
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
  • A lift, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 77 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Frette Italian sheets and free cots/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries, baths or showers and hairdryers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 52 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1895
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 29.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Nearby fitness centre access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 52 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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 - C0015480491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number C0494890491

Property is also known as

Hotel Kendall
Kendall Cambridge
Kendall Hotel
Kendall Hotel Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse on 10 Aug 2025 start from AU$400.21, 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 The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Self-parking is available for USD 52 per night.

What time is check-in at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse located?

Located in MIT, this historic hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Massachusetts General Hospital. TD Garden and Harvard University are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kendall-MIT Station is only a 2-minute walk and Charles-MGH Station is 17 minutes.

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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 843 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1007 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TARAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Very cute hotel, comfortable beds, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel A true find
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we have stayed in. Very clean and aesthetically appealing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, cozy place and COMFY bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute hotel close to the T and MIT.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff and a healthy varied breakfast. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was absolutely terrific and helpful, even though the hotel was full and very busy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking a bit pricey. Bath shower ok. Otherwise excellent stay. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness, yummy breakfast, clean, thoughtful amenities in the room, and great location. Checks all the boxes for a good place to stay in Cambridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Helpful staff- lovely decor. Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, lovely staff, and excellent breakfast! The location could NOT be better. So many restaurants and places to visit (MIT museum, paddle boats onto Charles, walk to esplanade, etc). Best place I’ve stayed in Boston! Highly recommend it!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean, great breakfast and staff was helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique! Loved the vibe, great selection for breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

Winona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was located next to everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lavendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was comfortable with everything around the campus are in walkable distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIYOUN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and cozy. Breakfast was good and the staffs were kind
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A plus
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel with great walkability.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location if you are visiting MIT
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing place!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, comfortable, friendly, high-quality amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at this hotel gives a special sense of nostalgia. I noticed that the furniture in the hallways and common areas has a strong historical feel, which I really like. The hotel is also very close to MIT, making it a convenient starting point for visiting the campus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was quaint with historic pictures of the oringinal fire house. The complimentary breakfast was good and there is paid parking under the hotel charged at the average parking rate within Cambridge area. Staff was friendly and hospitable. There were a few nights during my multiple night stay when there was little or no hot water. But it eventually warmed up after 6 minutes. Overall the stay was amazing and I am glad I booked my stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025