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Porter Square Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel with restaurant, near Harvard University

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Porter Square Hotel

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Lobby sitting area
Courtyard
Front of property - evening/night
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Restaurant

Overview of Porter Square Hotel

9.0 out of 10 Superb
9.0/10 Superb

Property highlights

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
Map
1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Concierge services
Feel at home
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Porter Square
  • Harvard University - 14 min walk
  • Tufts University - 21 min walk
  • Harvard Square - 23 min walk
  • Museum of Science - 8 min drive
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 6 min drive
  • Kendall Square - 6 min drive
  • Boston University - 6 min drive
  • Encore Boston Harbor - 7 min drive
  • TD Garden - 8 min drive
  • The Freedom Trail - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 23 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 23 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 25 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 39 min drive
  • West Medford Station - 5 min drive
  • Belmont Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 8 min drive
  • Porter Square Station - 2 min walk
  • Davis Station - 12 min walk
  • Harvard Square Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • Yume Ga Arukara - 4 min walk
  • Dave's Fresh Pasta - 16 min walk
  • Tenoch - 11 min walk
  • 3 Little Figs - 13 min walk
  • Bagelsaurus - 5 min walk
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About this property

Porter Square Hotel

When you stay at Porter Square Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Harvard University and Harvard Square. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, Fenway Park and TD Garden are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition. Public transportation is just a short walk: Porter Square Station is steps away and Davis Station is 12 minutes.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Guest accommodations are sealed after cleaning

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 65 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
  • Express check-out available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite valet parking (USD 28.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2016
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 28.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guestroom doors are sealed after cleaning.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas.

Contactless check-out is available.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 48 hours between bookings.

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
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.
State tax ID - C0015450491

Also known as

Porter Square Hotel Cambridge
Porter Square Hotel Hotel
Porter Square Hotel Cambridge
Porter Square Hotel Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Porter Square Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Porter Square Hotel 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.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Porter Square Hotel?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Porter Square Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Porter Square Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 28.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Porter Square Hotel?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Porter Square Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (7-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Porter Square Hotel and nearby?
Porter Square Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Porter Square Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Porter Square Hotel like?
Porter Square Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Porter Square Station and 14 minutes' walk from Harvard University.

Reviews

9.0

Superb

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Daniel, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pamela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

scott, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Far above expectations
Stay was perfect from check-in to check-out. Staff went far above what was expected to accommodate us. Location was steps away from Metro stop, shopping and restaurants. Hotel restaurant was excellent. Can’t say enough positive things about this hotel. Will stay there again!
MARTHA, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cheryl, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Irene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Thomas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place and location
Great place to stay in a great location.
Robert, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

boutique
This was a boutique hotel. Room on small side and had a queen bed. The bathroom was nice and had robes and slippers.
Joanne, 1-night trip
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