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Harvard Square Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop, a quick walk to Harvard University

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Stunning staircase with glass rail and large windows offering a view of the outside, complemented by pendant lights and a cozy bench.
Enjoy a city view from the large window, work comfortably at the desk with a lamp, and unwind in the bed with a white comforter.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a stylish desk with a geometric pattern and pendant lights above.
Harvard Hotel Square features a modern design with a brick exterior and large glass windows.
Relax in a spacious room with a sofa, armchairs, and a bench, plus a dining table and city views.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
110 Mount Auburn Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Harvard University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Harvard Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Fenway Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, Accessible (One, Full)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Room (One Full)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Located in West Cambridge within a 5-minute walk of Harvard University, Harvard Square Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights like Boston University. The 73 rooms at this hotel include refrigerators, flat-screen TVs, and premium bedding.

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Harvard Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Boston University - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Fenway Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • TD Garden - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Harvard Square Station - 4 min walk
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Russell House Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪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

About this property

Harvard Square Hotel

Hotel with a coffee shop, a quick walk to Harvard University
Harvard Square Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you drive, self parking is USD 50 per night, and there's also limo/town car service. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and concierge services. Additional amenities include free newspapers, an ATM, and a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Refrigerators, safes, and phones are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (37 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Extended parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Tax ID - C0014470490
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? For a fee, this property offers self parking, along with extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Tax ID number is C0014470490.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is 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

Are free cancellation options available at Harvard Square Hotel?

Harvard Square Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harvard Square Hotel on Jul 27, 2025 start from $219.0, excluding 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.

What is there to do close to Harvard Square Hotel?

This hotel is situated in West Cambridge, just steps from Harvard Square. You'll also find Fenway Park and TD Garden within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Harvard Square Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 50 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Harvard Square Hotel include a casino?

No, Harvard Square Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Harvard Square Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Harvard Square Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a café and concierge services.

Does Harvard Square Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Harvard Square Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Harvard Square Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Harvard Square Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Harvard Square Hotel for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. A deposit of USD 50 per stay is collected.

Are there connecting rooms at Harvard Square Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from Harvard Square Hotel?

The closest major airport to Harvard Square Hotel is Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), which is 8.6 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Logan International Airport (BOS), which is located 8.3 mi away (24-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Harvard Square Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Harvard Square Hotel.

Harvard Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 515 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 515 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 515 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 515 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 515 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

aimee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed the night when attending The Boston Calling Music Festival. It was the absolute best location for this. It was a short, easy, safe walk to the festival, they had parking (you have to pay) at the hotel and it was a lovely clean hotel. We stopped at a wonderful restaurant after the concert and had some food and drinks before going back to hotel and everything was within blocks. We will always return here when attending anything in Harvard Square.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and walkable to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cal, Portland

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Cannot beat the location, right in the heart of Harvard Square within walking distance of all the shops and restaurants, quick walk to memorial drive and the Red Line! Parking on site is also a huge perk! Had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juli

Traveled with partner
Location is great for getting around Cambridge and surrounding areas. The room was small but adequate. The shower was a bit frustrating as you had to stand under the shower head to turn it on and get blasted at first with cold water.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph, Mashpee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely small hotel. It has very limited amenities but is right across the street from the Charles Hotel and walkable to everything in Harvard Square. There is parking available on the upper level of the attached garage - the signage is not clear and the turn up the ramp is easy to miss and difficult to navigate (we accidentally ended up first in the lower garage which didn’t seem a great place to leave our car, and then in a bus alley, which the busses weren’t happy about…). Overall this hotel was just what we needed for an overnight trip to Cambridge for an event.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and modern
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Nice, clean, convenient in location. Just a bit loud near elevators and hearing people Coming and going. Doors close loudly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jed

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy access to the square.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy and Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to be visiting to watch sports at Harvard, easy stroll from train station and to sports facilitators. Clean, comfortable bed, large room. Area felt safe when walking at night. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Great location in center of Harvard Square. That could use a little bit of maintenance but overall pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was very good, except for the part where I got locked from the inside and couldn’t get out, but housekeeping guy came to my rescue and got the front desk dude and they WD-40d my way out, so I really appreciate them and their hard work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Some staff are well-trained, polite, and helpful, but some are not. I added two days to my stay, and on the original day of checkout, there was relentless pounding at the door. I did my best to explain that I wasn't checking out that day, but it took a lot of convincing. Then, fifteen minutes later, the pounding on the door resumed, and I had to explain again. This episode was repeated on my actual checkout date, when I arranged to check out at noon instead of 11 with the front desk. The front desk must have neglected to share this information with their staff. Not only was there prolonged pounding at the door, the employee was very rude. "Who said that?!" "Who did you talk to?!" "When was this?!" It was like a police interrogation in a 1950s movie. Early during my stay, two front desk staff members had extremely poor English pronunciation. Both my parents were immigrants, so I sympathize with the difficulty of learning English, but there are many jobs in the hotel. The front desk job should only be given to those with intermediate fluency in English. On the other hand, most of the employees spoke English at good proficiency or better. When I first checked in, there was something wrong with the lock of my room, and I couldn't get inside. So they gave me a different room. Of the many surfaces in the room, one had not been cleaned. The hotel's back door was left unsecured after 11 pm, and that's unwise, since Harvard Square does have some homeless people around.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet was a little slow at times
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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