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Irving House At Harvard

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Exterior
Restaurant
Economy Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Shared Bath)

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

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

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Cambridge

Irving House At Harvard places you in the centre of Cambridge, within just a 5-minute stroll of Harvard University and within 15 minutes of Harvard Square. Highlights at this Colonial B&B include in-room washers/dryers and free WiFi. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free local cuisine breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Mid-Cambridge B&B, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from TD Garden.
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What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harvard Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Boston University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fenway Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Union Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santouka Ramen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Clover Food Lab - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Broadsheet Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lehrhaus - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Irving House At Harvard

Colonial bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Irving House At Harvard.

This 3-star Cambridge bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1893
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Irving House At Harvard offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and free newspapers. 15-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cambridge bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1893
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0015050490
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. The tax ID number is C0015050490. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Irving House At Harvard?

Irving House At Harvard offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Irving House At Harvard?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irving House At Harvard on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$253.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Irving House At Harvard?

The closest beach to Irving House At Harvard is Revere Beach (10.4 km).

Does Irving House At Harvard serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers are hooked on the free local cuisine breakfast here! Served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Irving House At Harvard?

No, Irving House At Harvard does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Irving House At Harvard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Irving House At Harvard?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Irving House At Harvard Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 607 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

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

8/10 Good

Dong

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parents found toilet to be dirty, and when trying to add a breakfast buffet for me, found the breakfast too expensive. Bed is comfortable though: they slept immediately.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juhong

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I spent one night at this property on a single room with shared bathroom. Room and bathroom were clean and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here!!! Breakfast was great, and they have free postcards and the stamps are paid for by the hotel. :) Very homey vibes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiangyu

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly atmosphere, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tao

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, great services and very clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice people, good location, the bed is smaller than a queen bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy to have stayed at the IRVING HOUSE! Friendly staff and solid spot for a good B&B
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Hospitable safe & quiet! Would come back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was advertised as a bed and breakfast. By my standards it was not, it was an Inn with a continental breakfast. Hampton Inn breakfasts are better. My room was small, bed was not comfortable, TV didn't work at first, and the alarm clock was useless. I will not be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable. Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stevaan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, relaxing, quiet property in a good location. Good range of options for breakfast. Nothing bad to say about the staff, but at the same time there weren't people around being welcoming, e.g. at breakfast and generally around the property. The upstairs staff stayed in the office and the downstairs staffed stayed in the kitchen. Would have been nice if staff tried to be welcoming to their guests and get to know them. For example, at breakfast I couldn't work out whether it was just the middle shelf that was gluten free or if it was all of it. If it was just the middle shelf that was 'gluten free' then it would be contaminated by the non-gluten free items in the same space. If it was all of it that was gluten free, then I didn't know where the non-gluten free was.
Is all of this gluten free, or just the middle shelf? If the latter, then none is gluten free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort

Great location

Very friendly staff with clean rooms, great breakfast, air conditioning kept up with the crazy heat wave Boston was having
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Vineet

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service
Booked this to be close enough to Harvard Divinity School (was there for a conference) to be able to walk there and back. Plus, based on the listing, I expected a cute and quaint New England B&B experience. The location was indeed great and served me well for my purposes. But (other than the drawing room) the Inn did not give the charming BnB vibe I had been hoping for. My tiny room felt more like a hostel or monastic cell. Bare bones and very minimal— a small bed with cheap sheets and a blanket; a couple of towels and a basket with a few essential toiletries; a bare desk and folding chair; old school alarm clock radio; a tiny TV mounted to the wall. That’s about it. Detached bathroom nearby— clean and functional, but nothing to write home about. The breakfast was the most disappointing part. Breakfast in the “dining room” downstairs gave the impression of coffee and donuts in the church basement after services. The buffet style offerings aren’t labeled for ingredients or allergens. Virtually no vegan options. When I tried to ask for assistance, the staff member was visibly annoyed to be disturbed while she was scrolling on her phone, rudely told me that she didn’t understand what I was talking about, and literally walked away from me mid-sentence. I had coffee, a banana, and a dry bagel and cut my losses!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a special place, I absolutely loved it! My room was cute/cozy/comfortable, staff was fantastic and they did an amazing spread for breakfast!! Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I only stayed at the Irving House for one night for a business trip, but had a great experience! The staff were very kind and welcoming, and the building was gorgeous. The free breakfast was also great. If I find myself in the area again, I’ll definitely stay at Irving House!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is older but is kept up for the most part.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian James, Miami

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good value. Friendly and professional staff. Nice breakfast options. Great location. And the Wi-Fi works just fine. However, the single bed was very small annd narrow yet tilting to one side, probably because the other edge was too close to the wall. Technically there was some sort of central air conditioning blowing into the rooms, but it really was insufficient and I found it hard to sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025