The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square | Hotel in West Cambridge, Boston


Harvard Square mornings, late light, a kitchen for easy meals.
The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square is a Cambridge stay that places you between Harvard Square and the Harvard campus, with downtown Boston and Logan International Airport both about 10 minutes away. Set in the heart of one of the city’s most recognized academic crossroads, this Hotels property pairs an easy location with the kind of steady, understated atmosphere that suits work trips, campus visits, and time in the city. Inside, the hotel also brings together a library-like lounge, a bar, and restaurant service, creating a setting that feels thoughtful without losing its pace.The hotel offers 303 rooms, including 46 suites, giving you a range of spaces for a short visit or a longer stay. Guest rooms are designed for practical comfort, with air conditioning, internet, TV, and heating, while select details such as a balcony or terrace may be available in some units. If you are traveling with more to do between meetings or classes, laundry service and pet friendly accommodations add to the ease of settling in.Shared amenities add another layer of comfort to the stay. You can start the day with breakfast, keep to your routine in the fitness center, and unwind at the spa after time out in Cambridge. Parking is available, along with transportation and guest services that help the arrival feel straightforward. For travelers who want a polished base near Harvard Square, The Charles Hotel offers a calm, well connected stay that feels memorable for its location, its range of services, and its composed sense of place.
24-hour front desk, air conditioning, downtown Boston 10 minutes away

- Arrival
- Minimum check-in age 21, photo ID and credit card required
- Design
- 303 rooms, 46 suites, Harvard Square location
- Bath products
- Wheelchair accessible, Raised toilet, Lowered sink
- Tech
- Internet, TV, Entertainment, Shared lounge/TV area
Well-appointed rooms with space for longer stays
A fitness center, spa, and sauna off the lobby
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. The hotel is in the heart of Harvard Square, bordering the Harvard campus, with downtown Boston and Logan International Airport about 10 minutes away.
Yes. Parking is available, including parking garage and parking on site.
Yes. Pets are allowed upon request, and charges may apply.
Yes. The hotel has a restaurant and a bar, plus a coffee house on site.
Yes. You have access to a fitness center, spa facilities, and a salon.
Yes. The property is wheelchair accessible and includes features such as lowered sinks, raised toilets, and tactile signs.
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