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Porter Square Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Harvard University

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Restaurant
Front of property
Reception
Front of property – evening/night
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb

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1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Tufts University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Cable channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Cable channels
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cambridge

At Porter Square Hotel you'll be 1.2 km (0.7 mi) from Harvard University and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Harvard Square. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a microwave in a common area, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class North Cambridge hotel include Fenway Park and TD Garden.

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Harvard Law School - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Harvard Museum of Natural History - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tufts University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Harvard Square - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station - 2 min walk
  • Ball Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yume Ga Arukara - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Anna's Taqueria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Porter Square Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, near Harvard University
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Porter Square Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Porter Square Hotel offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bathrobes. LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28.00 per night (in/out privileges)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0015450491
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.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. The tax ID number is C0015450491. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Porter Square Hotel?

Porter Square Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Porter Square Hotel?

As of 10 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porter Square Hotel on 19 Feb 2026 start from AU$174.05, 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.

Is parking available at Porter Square Hotel?

Yep, Porter Square Hotel has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 28.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Porter Square Hotel?

The closest beach to Porter Square Hotel is Revere Beach (10.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Porter Square Hotel?

No, Porter Square Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Porter Square Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Porter Square Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Porter Square Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Porter Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Challenge to get into the drive way but that’s what happens when you bring a car into the city. Plenty of mass transit options Room is tidy and efficient- top quality bedding and room accoutrements
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Aditya Dadasaheb, Fremont

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Staff provided packaged water on demand. I could get 1pm checkout as I had a late flight.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close and accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was compact but had nice, modern amenities, coffee maker, ironing board, large TV etc. It was clean and quiet. The location was great - just a 1 minute walk from the Porter Square T-stop. Lots of restaurants & shops right there, too. I called the night before to ask for an early check-in and was in my room by 11am.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

scott

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room is exceedingly small - about 220 square feet - about 12’x19’. Not necessarily bad, and not a surprise. The reddish brown stain on the sheet was gross, but it was, at least, not on a part that touched my skin. Front desk was excellent! Check-in and check-out perfect. Many restaurants nearby. Easy 20-min walk to Harvard. The on-site restaurant looked good, but didn’t try it. The beds were reasonably comfortable though two twin beds isn’t typical. If you are a single person in town for a short stay, this hotel might be a great option. Two or more people and/or a longer stay … maybe not a first choice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miho, Cambridge

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ellie

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very close to restaurants and Coffee shops. Close to Harvard too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denee'

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this little hotel. The staff were very nice and accommodating. It was very clean and comfortable. Get ready for a smaller space but so Worth it. 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucien

Decent hotel in good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiho

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was all nice and the room was much bigger than we expected from the pictures. The bed was comfortable, too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hongping

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The front desk person seemed annoyed at having to be there. He kind of mumbled the hotel info and sat there the whole time. The room was an upgrade so that was nice but it had a very strange layout. The bathrooms were especially tiny.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room had everything needed while being nice, roomy and clean Easy check-in and check-out process
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was sufficient as it relates to space. One of the nights we were there - the restaurant was closed due to a wedding. The parking is valet ($28 per night), and was very convenient. There are a couple of dining options within walking distance. It was fairly quiet throughout our stay. The mattress was very firm.
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Room 409
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

haijun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quite hotel, it is good and convenient for a short visit in the town. The staff is very friendly and responsible, they even called me back after check-out since I left my charger in the room. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towels ere so dirty I got a skin infection and have paid a lot for medical care. Duvet was not on , mildew was prevalent. Bathroom door was not a normal door.No laundry on site. If I could give 0 stars I would.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

honam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025