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Irving House At Harvard

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Art Museums
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bath | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bath

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Located in Mid-Cambridge, Irving House At Harvard is within a 5-minute walk of Harvard University and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Harvard Square. This 44-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Harvard Art Museums - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sanders Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Harvard Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Massachusetts Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Union Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santouka Ramen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Clover Food Lab - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Broadsheet Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lehrhaus - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Irving House At Harvard

Colonial bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Irving House At Harvard features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a computer station. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 15-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Washers/dryers, free newspapers, and free local calls are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1893
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

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 - C0015050490
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Tax ID number is C0015050490.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Harvard Irving House
Irving House
Irving House Harvard
Irving House Harvard B&B
Irving House Harvard B&B Cambridge
Irving House Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Hotel Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Irving House At Harvard?

Irving House At Harvard offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Irving House At Harvard?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Mid-Cambridge within a short 11-minute walk of Harvard Square. You'll also find TD Garden and Fenway Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Irving House At Harvard?

No, there isn't parking available at the bed & breakfast.

Does Irving House At Harvard feature a casino on the premises?

No, Irving House At Harvard doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Irving House At Harvard?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Irving House At Harvard?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a terrace plus some guestrooms include bathrobes.

Does Irving House At Harvard have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Irving House At Harvard feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Irving House At Harvard serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its snack bar.

Does Irving House At Harvard allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Irving House At Harvard though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Irving House At Harvard?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

What is the closest airport to Irving House At Harvard?

The closest major airport to Irving House At Harvard is Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), which is 6.7 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Logan International Airport (BOS), which is located 6.4 mi away (25-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Irving House At Harvard?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Irving House At Harvard.