$169 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: Jun 23, 2013 Check-out: Jun 24, 2013

BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

3 stars
220 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Cambridge, MA 02138-1102
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
47 reviews
great location close to MIT and Harvard

We enjoyed our stay and was very close to MIT and very close to shopping and fast food.WE have... See full review

  • noorani
  • Aug 23, 2012
Wonderfully clean rooms and friendly, helpful staff

Our room seemed pretty new and was super clean. The housekeeping staff is tops. The breakfast was... See full review

  • sittingdownnow
  • Feb 25, 2012
One of the Best Western in New England is also Boston's best value offering 121 brand new or newly renovated guest rooms with mini fridge, flat screen TV's, wired and wireless Internet access, luxurious linens and individual digital climate control units in each room. Guests enjoy a complimentary hot buffet breakfast daily in the expanded breakfast area as well as the brand new Hotel Tria Lobby Bar & Panini Kitchen featuring many signature items. Redesigned fitness facilities, activity room, meeting space and affordable parking all available on site. Improved front desk and lobby complete the Hotel Tria's fresh new look. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria is a premier location for Cambridge or Boston area business or leisure travel. Located near some of the Boston area's finest education institutions, Harvard University, MIT and Tufts, the BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria is also convenient to world-renowned hospitals and medical facilities such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Children's Hospital Boston, Joslin Diabetes Center and Massachusetts General Hospital. The Cambridge business community centers around technology and life sciences and the BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria is just minutes from Technology Square, Kendall Square and many area businesses. The best of Boston is easily reached from our convenient location, near Harvard Square in Cambridge with easy access to Boston area shopping, museums, cultural attractions, not to mention Boston's storied sports teams; the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics all within easy access of our front door. The famed Head of the Charles Regatta held annually in October is located nearby. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria includes a free shuttle service to Harvard Square or the Alewife T stations. From either station guests can access Boston's user friendly public transportation system, the "T", for easy sight seeing of Boston attractions like Faneuil Hall, the Freedom Trail, Museum of Science and the New England

BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria Rooms

2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,NSMK,WIRELESS HI SPEED NET,WORK DESK,FULL BREAKFAST
2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,SMOK,WIRELESS HI SPEED NET,WORK DESK,FULL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,NSMK,WIRELESS HI SPEED NET,WORK DESK,FULL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,SMOK,WIRELESS HI SPEED NET,WORK DESK,FULL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,FLAT TV,MINIFRIG,IRON,COFMKR,FULL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,ROLL IN SHOWER,NSMK,FULL BREAKFAST
2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,ROLL IN SHOWER,NSMK,FULL BREAKFAST
1 KING BED
1 KING BED,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,BATHTUB,NSMK,FULL BREAKFAST
2 DOUBLE BEDS
2 DOUBLE BEDS,MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE,BATHTUB,NSMK,FULL BREAKFAST

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
Air conditioned
No smoking rooms/facilities
Free local telephone calls
Elevators
Ice machine
24 hour security
Activities
Exercise gym
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Coffee shop
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Express checkout
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
FAX
Conference facilities
Copy service
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Outdoor parking
RV or truck parking
Truck parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Television with cable
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Electronic door locks
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

42.3907 -71.1415
Area served
Waltham, Marlborough, Watertown, Bedford, Lawrence, Somerville, Medford, Brookline, Burlington, Newburyport, Newton, Smithfield, Boston, Charlestown
Nearby airports
(BOS), 7.00, MI, NE;
Area description
City Center

Nearby points of interest

  • Harvard University: 1.5 mi
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology: 3.4 mi

Dining

Summer Shack
2 mile(s) from Summer Shack, Full Service, Seafood, Open for: lunch, dinner, American and seafood
Bertucci's
0.2 mile(s) from Bertucci's, Full Service, Italian, Open for: lunch, dinner, pastas, pizza and steaks. Delivery to the hotel without minimum order requirement.
Ma Magoos
Across the street from Ma Magoos, Deli, American, Open for: lunch, dinner, family owned Pizzaria has been a fixture in Fresh Pond for over 30 years
Harvard Square
1.5 mile(s) from Harvard Square, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Home to some of the finest restaurants in the Greater Boston Area. Choose from casual dining like Cambridge One Pizza to the best Indian cuisine at Bombay
Whole Foods Market
Adjacent to Whole Foods Market, Buffet, International, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, Wide selection of offerings are available at Whole Foods Market. Dining in options or take out available.
Starbucks
Starbucks, on premises, Coffee Shop, Continental, Open for: breakfast,
Cheddar's
Across the street from Cheddar's, Deli, Greek, Open for: lunch, pizza

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (47)

Ratings and reviews for BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Overall score

3.6 / 5
47 out of 47
Amenities:
3.6
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3.8
Location:
3.7
Value:
3.3

79% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Ten Broeck
USA
Sep 8, 2007

Dog Friendly and Helpful Staff

My daughter and I very much enjoyed our second stay at the Best Western Hotel Tria. We were particularly impressed by the availability of a free shuttle that took us to a good restaurant and picked us up after dinner to take us back to the hotel. We were also impressed by the warm welcome our dog received. The hotel was clean and comfortable and within easy walking distance of Fresh Pond which was a bonus.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

5
Scientist-traveler
New Orleans
Nov 16, 2009

friendly, clean, great shuttle service

The free shuttle to Harvard Square was a big help and the driver was very accomodating.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

5
BB.
Edinburgh Scotland
Dec 9, 2009

a nice surprise!

I wasn't expecting much seeing as it was the cheapest deal in cambridge in a semi nice area... but it was Great!! the room was very nice and beds super comfy!! it was quiet and the staff was very friendly... i would definitely stay there again...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Spokane,Wa
Mar 16, 2010

a very positive experience

All of the employees were friendly and helpful. We were there during the nor-easterly, intense rain for 3 days. Their shuttle service was a life saver.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

5
Elaine Rod
New Jersey, USA
Feb 15, 2012

I recommend this hotel 100%

We went through Massachusetts and made the reservation the same day. Excellent customer service, clean room and excellent breakfast. For the price it was a very good choice option, I recommend it 100%.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

5
sittingdownnow
Maine
Feb 25, 2012

Wonderfully clean rooms and friendly, helpful staff

Our room seemed pretty new and was super clean. The housekeeping staff is tops. The breakfast was delicious and offered many options including eggs, sausage, and seasoned potatoes as well as cereal, fruit, and yogurt. The staff was gracious, friendly, and welcoming. The location was perfect too; close enough to the action so as to be really convenient, but far enough outside the city proper that we weren't overwhelmed by noise and bustle. In all we had a terrific stay and would definitely stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

5
noorani
Dayton,OH
Aug 23, 2012

great location close to MIT and Harvard

We enjoyed our stay and was very close to MIT and very close to shopping and fast food.WE have enjoyed to visit Boston to see our kids and this time was a special since it was very close to MIT.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Time-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

every thing was very close.

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
USA
Sep 7, 2007

If there's nothing else...

The hotel was ok, the room was comfortable but the location was not great if you plan to spend time in Boston vs. Cambridge. It's probably better suited for a family that could utilize the indoor pool and breakfast area. It's located fairly close to a subway stop, which is a good thing because the wait for their shuttle is 30min. or more. Overall I would say if you don't mind being outside the city and not near any 'hot spots' it's a reasonable selection...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Starbucks attached and Whole Foods definitely within walking distance....nothing else close!

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
New York, NY
Jun 7, 2007

Convient, pleasant - motel, actually, upgraded to hotel like quality.

It was the worst located room in the hotel. It was next to the ice machine, which was loud, and the window was completely blocked with a neon sign. The interior of the room was satisfactory, and I was tired, so the noise from the ice machine was not a big issue. Also the hotel was completely booked, so I had no opportunity to change rooms.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Stores like Starbucks, Dunking Donuts, CVS, a movie theatre. etc. are a short walk away. Not much else.

Review of BEST WESTERN PLUS Hotel Tria

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Scarsdale
Oct 1, 2008

Clean, comfortable, overpriced

We stayed there for the location to be near my daughter and also because it is pet friendly. There was no additional security and there was no covered parking, so no advantage.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
1
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

There's a Starbucks next door. Much better coffee than the free brew at the hotel.

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