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Top Hotels Near Harvard Square in Mid-Cambridge

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1337 Cheap Hotels Near Harvard Square

The Charles Hotel
The Charles Hotel
4 out of 5
0.2 km from Harvard Square
The price is AU$317 per night
4.5/5Wonderful! (995 reviews)

"Down -rated slightly : No coffee machine in the room . No advance notice that the hotel front entrance was being renovated . High price ($45 ) for overnight parking . The essentials were on target : The room was quiet and clean ."…"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2020

The Charles Hotel
Harvard Square Hotel
Harvard Square Hotel
2 out of 5
0.1 km from Harvard Square
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3.9/5Very Good! (109 reviews)

"Very clean, spacious and a great location. Check in was extremely efficient."…"

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2020

Harvard Square Hotel
Hyatt Regency Boston
Hyatt Regency Boston
4 out of 5
2.3 km from Harvard Square
Free cancellation
The price is AU$203 per night
4.3/5Excellent! (1,692 reviews)

"Hotel was beautiful and clean! Certain amenities were unavailable due to covid but that is understandable. Staff was great and check in/check out was easy and efficient!"…"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2020

Hyatt Regency Boston
Irving House At Harvard
Irving House At Harvard
3 out of 5
0.2 km from Harvard Square
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$136 per night
4.1/5Very Good! (879 reviews)

"The location is great and the place is quiet, clean and comfortable."…"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2020

Irving House At Harvard
Hotel Veritas
Hotel Veritas
3.5 out of 5
0.4 km from Harvard Square
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$221 per night
4.5/5Wonderful! (998 reviews)

"Cozy boutique hotel with on site parking and a warm welcome. Great location close to shops, restaurants and the local farmers market. Free room upgrade and comped on site parking as an Expedia Gold Member. Clean room with a lovely view."…"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2020

Hotel Veritas
Sheraton Commander Hotel
Sheraton Commander Hotel
3.5 out of 5
0.4 km from Harvard Square
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4.1/5Very Good! (93 reviews)

"non-free parking and not include breakfast. But I remembered it advertised all these are free on Expedia. too expensive parking fee!"…"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2019

Sheraton Commander Hotel
The Cambridge Karma House
The Cambridge Karma House
3.5 out of 5
0.4 km from Harvard Square
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3.2/5 (48 reviews)
Not a good experience

"I am sorry I did not take the reviews into account when booking this property. The house is falling apart, very run down. Even though the cleaner made a huge effort to clean, it is actually not clean-able.Not sure how come this is listed on hotels.com"…"

Reviewed on 14 Oct. 2019

The Cambridge Karma House
A Friendly Inn at Harvard
A Friendly Inn at Harvard
3 out of 5
0.1 km from Harvard Square
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5/5Exceptional! (2 reviews)

"Very nice staff and plentiful breakfast. Microwave/tea available at all times, with fridge in the room. Much better than expected for price and location."…"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2020

A Friendly Inn at Harvard
A Bed & Breakfast in Cambridge
A Bed & Breakfast in Cambridge
3 out of 5
0.1 km from Harvard Square
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3.5/5Good! (59 reviews)
It's pretty nice stay

"The B&B is at the right location for my meeting at Harvard. Only about 7 minutes to reach the meeting area and about 10 minutes to whole lots of restaurants. The rooms are little bit old but comparing to the neighborhood, it's fit. The manager is super nice gentleman and he will tell you everything ..."…"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2017

A Bed & Breakfast in Cambridge
Parkside on Ellery
Parkside on Ellery
3 out of 5
0.1 km from Harvard Square
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4.4/5Excellent! (53 reviews)

"Comfortable stay. Thoughtfully and tastefully appointed. Well-located near bus and metro stops. Pleasant neighborhood. Gracious responsive host accommodated our special dietary requests."…"

Reviewed on 21 Oct. 2019

Parkside on Ellery
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Accommodation Near Harvard Square

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Local landmarks allow you to take in the local culture on your next holiday. There is perhaps no better way to enjoy Harvard Square than by booking a nearby Harvard Square hotel! Whether you are traveling alone, as a couple, or with your entire family, your visit to Harvard Square will be a highlight of your holiday – and your hotel should be too!

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Harvard Square?
Harvard Square is located in a vibrant area of Cambridge known for its stunning river views and top museums. If you’re looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 38 hotels and other accommodation options you’ll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Harvard Square?
Adjacent to Harvard Square, The Charles Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 4-star hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices within a short distance include Harvard Square Hotel and Irving House At Harvard.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Harvard Square, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You’ll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put in your dates and click on “Search”, then you can filter by “free cancellation” to get the top deals on offer in Harvard Square.
What can I see and do near Harvard Square?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Science, Boston Museum of Fine Arts or Boston Children’s Museum. Fenway Park, The Freedom Trail and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are landmarks that you won’t want to miss. You can catch a show at Boston Opera House, House of Blues Boston and Boston Symphony Hall.
How can I get to Harvard Square?
Head to Harvard Square Station for metro transport. If you’d like to explore around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

Recent Reviews in Harvard Square

    Studio Allston Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Unique with a great artwork vibe Fabulous location…
    A verified traveller from Tucson stayed at Studio Allston Hotel
    Posted 6 months ago
    Studio Allston Hotel
    The Charles Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Location and the bedroom itself were great. There was no coffee maker in the room.…
    A verified traveller stayed at The Charles Hotel
    Posted 6 months ago
    The Charles Hotel
    Hotel Veritas
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Cozy boutique hotel with on site parking and a warm welcome. Great location close to shops, restaurants and the local farmers market. Free room upgrade and comped on site parking as an Expedia Gold Member. Clean room with a lovely view. …
    A verified traveller from Freeport Maine stayed at Hotel Veritas
    Posted 13 days ago
    Hotel Veritas
    Hyatt Regency Cambridge, Overlooking Boston
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    the balcony was perfect in the morning. I did not like how I received no information on the amenities of the hotel or the new hours of function …
    A verified traveller from Boston stayed at Hyatt Regency Cambridge, Overlooking Boston
    Posted 1 month ago
    Hyatt Regency Cambridge, Overlooking Boston
    A Friendly Inn at Harvard
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Very nice staff and plentiful breakfast. Microwave/tea available at all times, with fridge in the room. Much better than expected for price and location.…
    A verified traveller stayed at A Friendly Inn at Harvard
    Posted 5 months ago
    A Friendly Inn at Harvard

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