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Popular hotels near Harvard Square

Discover well-known properties in Harvard Square that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 57 hotels in Harvard Square and price data was last updated on 25 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Harvard Square is C$ 600/night.
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20 Sidney Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
Anchoring the renowned University Park at MIT, Le Méridien Boston Cambridge MIT stands amidst an area legendary for its infrastructure of invention. The Boston/Cambridge area is a cultural capital of the US including world-renowned music ensembles like The Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Handel and Haydn Society, in addition to hundreds of museums, such as the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Science and the Children's Museum. Our Cambridge, MA pet friendly hotel boasts elegant guest rooms and suites plus a luxurious sanctuary of unmatched comfort.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
987 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
C$ 366
1 Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
Luxury hotel with 3 restaurants and a full-service spa 3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and 3 bars/lounges are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and a 24-hour business center are onsite. The Charles Hotel offers 303 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Refrigerators and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary bicycles. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
641 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
C$ 497
16 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
Timeless elegance is interwoven with modern conveniences at Sheraton Commander Hotel. Our Cambridge hotel near Harvard Square is located near boutiques and restaurants as well as prestigious academic institutions such as Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Harvard University and Tufts University. Our hotel boasts a modern design with subtle, revolutionary-era flair. Amenities such as free high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-panel TVs and plush bedding transform our hotel rooms into a quaint retreat amid the bustle of Harvard Square. Nubar, our on-site restaurant, serves classic New England cuisine with an innovative twist. If business brings you to Cambridge, our hotel in Cambridge, MA, features five elegant meeting venues, audio visual equipment and custom catering services, ideal for networking events and corporate conferences. From our paramount location to our thoughtful amenities, you can expect a legendary stay at Sheraton Commander Hotel.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
203 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
C$ 374

Travel insights for hotels near Harvard Square

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel near Harvard Square including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel near Harvard Square?

The cheapest month to book a hotel near Harvard Square is June (C$ 602). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay near Harvard Square is January (C$ 1,194).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel near Harvard Square?

The cheapest day to stay near Harvard Square is Sunday (C$ 602). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is C$ 1,063.

Cheapest hotels near Harvard Square, Cambridge

Discover affordable stays in Harvard Square that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Harvard Square can be found for as low as C$ 227 per night. There is currently one property in Harvard Square that can be booked for this price. Irving House At Harvard is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Harvard Square. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025
These Harvard Square properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 227
Avg. per night
1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, United States
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 260
Avg. per night
1868 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 267
Avg. per night
6 Prentiss Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 277
Avg. per night
777 Memorial Drive, Cambridge, MA, United States
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 297
Avg. per night
1 Remington Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 317
Avg. per night
110 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 333
Avg. per night
Cambridge, MA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 346
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Harvard Square

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Harvard Square to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Harvard Square at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.
Hotels located in the Harvard Square area sorted by price and hotel class. We've also highlighted the most popular hotels and best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
1 Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
C$ 497
20 Sidney Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
C$ 366
3 stars
1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, United States
C$ 260
1868 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, United States
C$ 267
16 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
C$ 374
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
C$ 227
2 stars and under
110 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
C$ 333

Other accommodations in Harvard Square

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Harvard Square. There are 57 hotels in Harvard Square and price data was last updated on 25 July 2025. The average price for a stay in Harvard Square is C$ 600/night.
1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, United States
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 260
Avg. per night
6 Prentiss Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 277
Avg. per night
1868 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 267
Avg. per night
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 227
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Harvard Square

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Harvard Square to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 July 2025.
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About Harvard Square

Harvard Square lies in the heart of Cambridge, part of the Boston Metropolitan Area, in the state of Massachusetts, and acts as a central point encompassing the culture and energy of the city. Harvard University surrounds the intersection and comprises of independent business and services. It contains many students and acts as a mixing hub for the university and the local community in a busy and beautiful area of the city, as an open and colourful triangular plaza.

A key attraction for visitors to Harvard Square is to witness the famous Harvard University, whose walls line the plaza and whose student life seeps into the culture of the surrounding area, as there are also many student bars and cafes. Other nearby cultural sites include the Semitic Museum, the Museum of Natural History and the American Repertory Theatre, although the square is also a site of smaller cultural wonders, like local buskers, street performers and independent businesses. Visitors can easily find a cute or quirky cafe to relax in, or discover other student favourites like local bookshops, small theatres and artistic stores selling cheap furniture, second-hand items and old fashioned supplies. There are also food trucks that travel to Harvard Square and offer delicious food, or visitors can walk in the surrounding park nature, or shop at the nearby Garage shopping mall.

Harvard Square is served by the central transit station, which includes subway, bus and trolley connections, all of which use the area as a transfer point, making it easy for visitors to access the area from throughout the city. Public transport services use Massachusetts Avenue as a central hub and drivers can also access the avenue by car, at the end of which lies Harvard Square.

Early maps of Harvard Square show the area to be a residential district, which was once home to famous Americans, such as Anne Bradstreet, a colonial poet of the 17th century. The area changed with the development of Harvard University as what was once a shopping neighbourhood transformed into a regional meeting place and student hub. Gentrification took place, throughout the 20th century although the area retained its old, local atmosphere through maintaining second-hand stores and independent businesses, especially focusing on preserving its book selling reputation.

Facts about staying in Harvard Square

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Harvard Square to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 July 2025.
  • What are the best hotels near Harvard Square?

    1,280 reviews rated Courtyard by Marriott Boston Cambridge with an average score of 8.2/10. It may also be worth looking into the Le Méridien Boston Cambridge, which received a rating of 8.5/10 from 987 reviews. Porter Square Hotel could be another great option, with a score of 8.5/10 from 1,636 reviews.

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  • How much is a cheap hotel near Harvard Square?

    Over the last 3 days, Harvard Square hotels have been found for as cheap as C$ 79/night in searches by HotelsCombined users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Harvard Square?

    The top three landmarks in Harvard Square are:
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