At Porter Square Hotel, near Harvard University, guests can unwind in the garden or grab a drink at the bar. With free WiFi and a restaurant on site, previous visitors have praised the helpful staff for making their stay convenient.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Parking available
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Valet parking
24-hour business centre
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Garden
Computer station
Microwave in a common area
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Blackout curtains
Lift
The current price is Rp2.774.212
Rp2.774.212
Rp3.216.697 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Room options
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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
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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Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
33 sq m
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
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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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
Fenway Park - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 28 min drive
Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 28 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 32 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive
Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 33 min drive
Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 46 min drive
West Medford Station - 5 min drive
Union Square Station - 5 min drive
Ball Square Station - 24 min walk
Porter Square Station - 2 min walk
Davis Station - 12 min walk
Harvard Square Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
Cafe Rustica - 7 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
Anna's Taqueria - 10 min walk
Bagelsaurus - 5 min walk
Panera Bread - 1 min walk
About this property
Porter Square Hotel
Porter Square Hotel puts you a short five-minute drive from Harvard University and Harvard Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Boston University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are within a short drive. Fellow travellers like that it's only a short walk to public transportation: Porter Square Station is steps away and Davis Station is 12 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
65 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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
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 cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site valet parking (USD 28.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Shared microwave
Working away
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2016
Garden
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
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
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
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?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Porter Square Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (9-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 on-site 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. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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Porter Square Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
21 Feb 2025
Lovely Hotel, and a great value
Loved it. The hotel was well situated, and I enjoyed walking around.
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Nice room, friendly staff
Shadiah
Shadiah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug 2024
It was a great place too stay.
James
James, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Nov 2024
Location is great - lounge is great for meeting friends
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
Very friendly staff, great location.
Paul
Paul, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
Nice place to stay
Fumiko
Fumiko, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Nov 2024
Hotel is very clean and staff is very friendly. Located on a main road with many businesses within walking distance.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
Beautiful hotel
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Dec 2024
Great property, excellent value
Convenient, comfortable and modern, everything we would want for our visit. Quiet room, comfortable bed and linens, great shower, no disappointments!
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2025
The room was very small but really well configured, and super clean. Staff was as good as it gets.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Dec 2024
Comfy
Cody and well located for our travel goals
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Aug 2024
Great stay!
Wonderful stay! Convenient location and nice comfortable clean room.
Alexandra
Alexandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Dec 2024
I needed to check in early and they were extremely accommodating
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Excellent restaurant, very walkable area with lot of food options. Comfortable room.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
Simple, clean, convenient ... awesome staff!!
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2024
I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. Nice and clean place with a beautiful restaurant and great service.
Petra
Petra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Great location to be able to get around.
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Conveniently located and close to metro starion
Elisabet
Elisabet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sep 2024
Great hotel, small shopping center across the street with places for with breakfast, CVS and target. Rooms were clean , staff was excellent.iI would stay again
Sanford
Sanford, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
Great location! Nice view from 5th floor corner unit. Quiet and comfortable
Luzelena
Luzelena, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2024
Nice location and very friendly staff. Room accommodations were very pleasant.
Julian
Julian, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Nov 2024
The hotel is OK in overral, near the subway station, convenient for transport.
TLGI
TLGI, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
The front desk and cleaning staff are extremely helpful and nice!
KARLENE
KARLENE, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov 2024
Porter Square Hotel is clean, comfortable, and convenient. It is easy walking distance from shopping. Restaurants, and Harvest square