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Irving House At Harvard

3.0 star property
Colonial B&B within easy reach of Harvard University

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Interior
Front of property
Economy Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Washer/dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is CA $293
CA $335 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Shared Bath)

Single Room, Shared Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Front of property - evening/night

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  • Free WiFi
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About the area

Map
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Harvard Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Boston University - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Fenway Park - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 25 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 29 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 34 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 34 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 42 min drive
  • Ball Square Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 6 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 21 min walk
  • Harvard Square Station - 11 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 19 min walk
  • Porter Square Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatte Bakery & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪J.P. Licks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Clover Food Lab - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Northwest Science Building - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Queens Head Pub - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Irving House At Harvard

Irving House At Harvard offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Harvard University and Harvard Square. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi and local cuisine breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this eco-certified bed & breakfast include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Harvard Square Station is 11 minutes away.

Languages

Bulgarian, Czech, English, French, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 44 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1893
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

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.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
State tax ID - C0015050490
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Does Irving House At Harvard offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Irving House At Harvard does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Irving House At Harvard?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Irving House At Harvard?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Irving House At Harvard.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Irving House At Harvard?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Irving House At Harvard?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Irving House At Harvard and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Irving House At Harvard also has a garden.

What's the area around Irving House At Harvard like?

Irving House At Harvard is in Mid-Cambridge, a short 4-minute walk from Harvard University and 11 minutes' walk from Harvard Square. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Assiya, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
Really enjoy staying at this very well-situated location. Superb service and little extras. Breakfast, parking, newspapers, magazines, books and cookies all included!
Michael, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Will stay here again
Excellent location. Breakfast (complimentary) was outstanding
Michael, 1-night business trip
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4/10 Fair

2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

FANYING, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location and service
Great option for an overnight in Harvard Square! The rooms are cute and functional but not overly frilly. Check in was smooth and the breakfast in the morning is excellent. I got caught in a rain storm so was grateful for the on site laundry and could dry my clothes. The staff are very nice and friendly. Overall it’s a comfortable, quirky totally Cambridge place to stay.
Alexandra, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kari, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The neighborhood setting is a walk in history, and returning there in the evening is like coming home.
kenneth, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place in perfect location. The stairs are tough on arthritic knees
Kenneth R, 2-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good bed&breakfast hotel.
Dmitry, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible Value
Wonderful patient customer service manager helped with everything! Free gifts upon check-in. Free cookies at check in. Delicious breakfast! Highly recommend.
Jeremy, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really quiet, affordable, good breakfast. Overall i had a peaceful stay. My only suggestion is that the employees wear less cologne when walking through the breakfast area in the morning. It made the food taste like the guy’s cologne.
Stacy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

very good atmosphere...
Hristo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Noah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ingunn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Affordable bed and breakfast for 1 very near Harvard. Clean, comfortable bed. Nearest shared bath small but doable. Other nearby shared bath much larger. Nice variety of breakfast fare. Would definitely return and recommend.
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

It was an easy walk to my son's house so that's why I choose it. The breakfast was lovely and the cookies in the afternoon with tea I loved. It felt more like a youth hostel though especially since I got a room without a bathroom and was quite small. Also, the hinges on the doors needed greasing as every single door made a squeaking sound and I could hear them from my room. Also, I could hear the people walking in the room above me early in the morning so I had a so-so amount of sleep.
Kyra, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The property is located very close to the Harvard Campus and is a nice building. The bathrooms are shared and the toilet paper ran out during the night. There is also no shampoo provided which would be nice. There is a free breakfast but apart from the fruit and oatmeal was pretty much inedible. There were some egg style things which tasted horrible. It would be better not to provide breakfast than do one of that quality. It is easy to reach on the subway line.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay
Comfy bed! Great location. Arrive a bit early so that you can get a spot in their small parking lot down the street.
Adeline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for enjoying a visit to Harvard
Nicki, 1-night trip
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