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The Charles Hotel Harvard Square in Cambridge
🌍 Cambridge, 1 Bennett St
● Center: 1.4 km
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Deluxe Double room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
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642 USD
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Fellows Double Suite
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725 USD
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Deans Double Suite
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
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847 USD
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Fellows Suite
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Fellows Quadruple Suite
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Presidential Suite
Private bathroom
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Double Studio
Private bathroom
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Chancellors Double Suite
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
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Description
In this hotel 295 rooms, 10 floors.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: A la carte [Mon - Sun] 07:00-11:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are allowed on request Types of pets allowed: dogs Fee: US$75.00 per pet per stay
- Service animals: Service animals are allowed on request
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 21 years old
- Paying at the hotel: JSB, AmericanExpress, DinersClub, Visa, MasterCard
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Services and facilities
General
- ATM
- Shopping on site
- Computer
- Air conditioning
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Security guard
- Newspapers
- Gift shop
- Express check-in/check-out
- Garden
- Television in lobby
- Fire Extinguisher
- All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
- Outdoor furniture
- Reception desk
- Electric car charging
Rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family room
- Cable TV
- TV
- Minibar
- Hairdryer
- Shower/Bathtub
- Shower
- Bathrobe
- Alarm clock
- Toiletries
Accessibility
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wheelchair access to restaurant
Services and amenities
- Ironing
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Shoe shine
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Telephone
- Iron
Meals
- Bar
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Breakfast in the room
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bottled water
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Transfer
- Car rental
Languages Spoken
- Spanish
- English
- French
- Multi-language staff
Recreation
- Free bicycle rental
- Library
- Hiking
Parking
- Parking
- Parking nearby
Pool and beach
- Spa tub
Business
- Business center
- Event facilities
- Fax and copy machine
- Meeting and presentation facilities
- Conference Hall
Sports
- Fitness facilities
- Gym
- Yoga
Beauty and wellness
- Doctor
- Massage
- Steam room
- Beauty services
- Spa
- First Aid Kit
Kids
- Babysitting and childcare
- Family/Kid Friendly
Pets
- Pets allowed
Street view
Video: The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square | Boston (MA), United States | Hotel Review 🛏️
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Reviews
10.02.2026
Nice hotel
Always my top choice
Always my top choice
12.08.2025
HBS first choice hotel
10.07.2025
This is the first time I've encountered a hotel booking through Ctrip that I couldn't check in. The hotel refused to check me in because they couldn't settle the charges with Ctrip. I waited for over an hour with my child and missed dinner, with no compensation. Ctrip paid the entire bill, but the hotel also charged me the same amount as the room rate as a deposit, plus an additional $50 for incidentals. The next day, they inexplicably charged me another $250. After check-out, none of the charges were promptly refunded or held. I asked the front desk for a receipt, which they promised, but ultimately couldn't provide, so I had to contact Ctrip.
While the hotel was well-maintained, the lack of a washing machine, dryer, kettle, microwave, or vending machine was extremely inconvenient. I couldn't find a place to buy water, and the water heater downstairs wasn't hot enough to even make instant noodles. The refrigerator was incredibly small and locked, requiring a key to open the door.
Parking was $50 a night, and the garage attendant lied about a discount when I parked for a long time, but he couldn't find me. The hotel is no longer the warm place I remembered. The staff are completely indifferent and snobbish.
While the hotel was well-maintained, the lack of a washing machine, dryer, kettle, microwave, or vending machine was extremely inconvenient. I couldn't find a place to buy water, and the water heater downstairs wasn't hot enough to even make instant noodles. The refrigerator was incredibly small and locked, requiring a key to open the door.
Parking was $50 a night, and the garage attendant lied about a discount when I parked for a long time, but he couldn't find me. The hotel is no longer the warm place I remembered. The staff are completely indifferent and snobbish.
05.07.2025
The hotel is very close to Harvard University, making it very convenient. There are also many restaurants and shopping options nearby. The only thing that detracted from the hotel's appearance was the presence of a few homeless people near Harvard Square. The room was quite spacious, and the service was good during check-in, with acceptable cleaning. However, during check-out, a white woman was very rude and had a very bad attitude, which made a negative impression.
04.06.2025
This hotel's location is incredible! It's right in the heart of Harvard Square, with cafes, bookstores, and Harvard campus nearby, making it a super convenient place to stroll. The room was very comfortable, the bed was fantastic, and my room even had a nice view of the Charles River. The front desk guy was very nice and recommended several great restaurants nearby, which turned out to be spotless.
We had breakfast at Henrietta's Table, and the blueberry pancakes were amazing!
Overall, this hotel is perfect for a trip near Harvard or a business trip. The atmosphere is fantastic, and I'd definitely stay here again on my next trip to Boston.
We had breakfast at Henrietta's Table, and the blueberry pancakes were amazing!
Overall, this hotel is perfect for a trip near Harvard or a business trip. The atmosphere is fantastic, and I'd definitely stay here again on my next trip to Boston.
28.12.2024
The hotel is in line with expectations. The front desk is polite and welcoming, the rooms are elegant and comfortable, and the location is quiet in a busy city. It is a hotel worth staying in.
04.11.2024
Best hotel if visiting Harvard or any of its schools. Very central in Harvard square. Nice restaurant for breakfast and nice small bar. Rooms were very clean and beds comfortable. Price fluctuates a lot depending on what is happening at the university. But, highly recommend.
14.08.2024
It is located in the Harvard campus, and you can walk around the Harvard campus, which is very convenient. The hotel facilities are also very smart, and the front desk staff are also very friendly.
09.08.2024
perfect location and hotel
04.04.2024
All are good
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Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Американски ресторант "Международната къща за палачинки" (1 min)
16 Eliot St #18, Cambridge, MA 02138
Reviews19.12.2017
All you can eat pancakes is no joke. the food is great and the staff is super nice no matter what time you visit
03.12.2017
Great place for a leisurely weekend brunch. Friendly service, ample seating, and fantastic selection of favorite breakfast items. Our server was quite cheerful and eager to make changes requested.
10.11.2017
Despite being very busy up front, they were able to order and grab my carryout in a very timely manner ?
09.10.2017
Ew. Been to a lot of IHOPs, and this one is worse than most. Bad service, gross food. You're in Harvard Square, go somewhere cool.
21.09.2017
You guys I LOVE IHOP but these hours are TERRIBLE. What if I need 4am pancakes? What if I need to be up early and could really use some 6am pancakes? If y'all are gonna be open until 4am anyway, you might as well make it all night! Besides this, the service is great. I will be coming back.
Grendel's Den Restaurant & Bar (2 min)
89 Winthrop St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Reviews22.11.2017
Cozy place, but super busy. Our waitress mostly ignored us for 30m and was kind of rude. We had a light vegetarian dinner, which was well prepared. Pro tip: pounce on a table if you see one empty, don't wait for it to be cleared or you'll lose it.
29.10.2017
Typical bar ambience. However, the chicken wings we ordered were dry and we only got them after we reminded the waitress as she had forgotten our order. The draft is quite good though but the cocktails are not more than standard
24.09.2017
Simple review: I got the hummus platter and some beer which were both prompt despite a full house and outside. Very flavorful and perfect price point! 10/10 will go again!
13.09.2017
First of all that 3.8 stars is hella generous! I came in with a small group of friends, all with realistic expectations on to enjoying a good lunch. We read a few reviews online and this seemed like a solid choice. We sat down and placed our order. The food came out pretty quickly, which was not surprising due to the restaurant being empty except for a few bar patrons. So say it as simple as possible, we all ordered different food, but all had something in common. There was absolutely no flavor. I was so disappointed. This was my first meal of the day due to missing breakfast and it wasn't pleasant at all. To top it off we expressed our concerns to our waitress who apologized but no member of management came to discuss the topic further with us. I just hope this feedback can inspire some change so this establishment can grow and make positive change.
21.07.2017
It been while since I gone to Grendel but today I went to enjoy the outside seating and to enjoy their food. I had spinach pie but when I ate it something did not feel right. I found a huge piece of plastic that I took out of my mouth. I told the waiter who apologies but did not really do anything at all. When we got the bill they charged us for full price even when I did not eat all of it due t the plastic I found and not taking a chance their was more. They totally lost my business
Restaurant «John Harvard's Brewery & Ale House» (4 min)
33 Dunster St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Reviews29.12.2017
Very good food and beer. The Personnel is very polite and the environment cozy and joyful. It is and will remain my favorite place for hanging out with good friends.
17.12.2017
Friendly staff, and great food. Portions are big, but not overly so. You probably won't have any leftovers to take home, especially since the food is so yummy it's hard to stop eating.
13.12.2017
My favorite place to go in Boston. It's big enough to bring a lot of folks together and small enough to stop by after class to get some beer and watch some baseball. Staff has always been friendly and helpful. Plus, they have a gender-neutral restroom.
23.11.2017
Very good casual place. Good comfort food. Nice staff.
19.11.2017
Good beer and food. Nice crowd. It might be a little loud sometimes.
Frequently asked questions about The Charles Hotel Harvard Square
How much does it cost to stay at The Charles Hotel Harvard Square?
The cost of staying in The Charles Hotel Harvard Square depends on the dates, rates, number of guests and other conditions. The minimum estimated price is 617 USD. Enter your dates to see the exact offer prices.
Is it far from The Charles Hotel Harvard Square to the nearest beach?
It takes 116 minutes to reach to the nearest beach.
Which room categories are available in the The Charles Hotel Harvard Square?
You can book Deluxe Double room, Fellows Suite, Fellows Quadruple Suite, Fellows Double Suite, Presidential Suite, Deans Double Suite, Chancellors Double Suite, Double Studio in the hotel. Please check room availability by choosing your dates
Does The Charles Hotel Harvard Square have a pool?
No, The Charles Hotel Harvard Square does not have a pool for guests.
Are pets allowed at The Charles Hotel Harvard Square?
Yes, pets are welcome at The Charles Hotel Harvard Square, but we recommend calling ahead to confirm details (e.g., pet size, fees).
How to get to The Charles Hotel Harvard Square from the nearest airport?
The nearest airport is Logan International Airport, located about 17 mins from hotel by car (13.5 km) away.
What’s the cancellation policy at The Charles Hotel Harvard Square?
The cancellation policy at The Charles Hotel Harvard Square depends on your room type and booking terms.
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