The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square | Hotel in Cambridge

| 8.7 (367 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  6 Bathrooms  21 Guests
West Cambridge Hotel | The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square

Hotel in West Cambridge, Cambridge

Experience the charm of The Charles. The Charles Hotel is a proud member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts and a AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, bordering the Harvard campus and a mere 10 minutes from downtown Boston's world-class attractions and Logan International Airport, our location is unparalleled. At The Charles Hotel, we pride ourselves on offering an understated, elegant charm that seamlessly combines with the warmth and ambiance of a New England home. Picture yourself in our inviting library, where you can savor a drink and engage in meaningful conversations with friends. Relax in one of our 303 well-appointed rooms, including 46 suites. What sets us apart is the dynamic atmosphere of thoughtful intellectual discourse and learning, which captivates both the young and old, the influential and the contemplative. We bring together the best of both worlds, blending our serious side with a touch of zany off-beat fun. From our captivating quilt collection to the soulful notes of jazz concerts and an eclectic restaurant inspired by the essence of a pig, our offerings are as diverse as they are delightful. At The Charles Hotel, we serve as a home-away-from-home for accomplished, esteemed guests visiting Boston or Harvard. We're their choice because we consistently meet their exceptionally high standards. We look forward to welcoming you! For those in search of exhilaration or relaxation, we offer our new state of the art Fitness Center and world-class spa and salon experience at Corbu, ensuring that our guests can unwind and rejuvenate. No pool, additional rooms - total 303, restaurant Bendetto now Bar Enza, new Hotel Fitness Center.

The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square is located in Cambridge.

This 280 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Business Services, Guest Services, Entertainment, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 367 reviews with the average score of 8.7 . Coming to Cambridge and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Coffee house on site
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Wine/Champagne
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private Parking
Accessibility
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Auditory guidance
  • Toilet with grab rails
Activities
  • Hair coloring
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Beauty services
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Back massage
  • Body treatments
  • Fitness center
  • Fishing
  • Walking tours
  • Haircut
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Spa
  • Pedicure
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Hair treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Fitness
  • Waxing services
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Canoeing
  • Foot bath
  • Live music/Performance
  • Head massage
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Hand massage
  • Spa facilities
  • Locker rooms
  • Massage
  • Full-body massage
  • Evening entertainment
General
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Safe
  • Convenience store on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pet friendly
  • Elevator
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Dry cleaning
  • Ironing service
  • Concierge
  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • ATM on site
  • Express check-in/out
  • Room service
  • Baggage storage
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Private check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shuttle service
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

If the method of payment provided is from someone who is not staying in the room, a credit card authorization form (sent via email) is required.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.25
Location:
9.65
Staff:
8.64
Facilities:
8.55
Comfort:
9.07
Cleanliness:
9.06
Hillary
Jan 9, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
USA
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities, Interconnecting room(s) available, Heating

Media & Technology

Telephone, Radio, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Private bathroom

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Deluxe King Room
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities, Interconnecting room(s) available, Heating

Media & Technology

Telephone, Radio, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet, Toilet paper, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 44 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar

General

Ironing facilities, Air conditioning, Heating, Safe

Media & Technology

Telephone, Radio, DVD player, TV, Cable channels

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Junior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 42 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Junior Suite

Food & Drink

Minibar

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities, Interconnecting room(s) available, Heating

Media & Technology

Telephone, Radio, DVD player, TV, Cable channels

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Free toiletries, Bathtub or shower, Private bathroom

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs
Double or Twin Room - Disability Access
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
Double or Twin Room - Disability Access

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities, Interconnecting room(s) available, Heating

Media & Technology

Telephone, Radio, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Private bathroom

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens, Wardrobe or closet
King Room - Disability Access
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Minibar

General

Air conditioning, Safe, Ironing facilities, Interconnecting room(s) available, Heating

Media & Technology

Telephone, Radio, TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels

Bathroom

Bathrobe, Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Private bathroom

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Linens, Wardrobe or closet
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