Porter Square Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour business centre, near Harvard University
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Front of property - evening/night
Courtyard
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb

Explore the area

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1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140
  • Harvard University
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Harvard Square
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Tufts University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

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

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

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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. .You'll be 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Boston University with a stay at this 3-property class Porter Square hotel.

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 14 min walk
  • Harvard Square - 2 min drive
  • Tufts University - 2 min drive
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 6 min drive
  • Fenway Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

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

Hotel with a 24-hour business centre, 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.

Languages

English

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)

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

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

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 fire extinguisher, 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

Porter Square Hotel Cambridge
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 27 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porter Square Hotel on 3 Feb 2025 start from AU$195.27, 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. 724 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1009 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazingly clean, quiet, and spacious room to rest my tired body in the semi-hard yet comfortable bed mattress with clean comforting pillows. I definitely recommend to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great valet service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with this property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean, convenient ... awesome staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended hotel
Excellent location and comfortable room make this a highly recommended hotel during my first visit to Cambridge. Decided to base here instead of Boston where hotel prices are quite exorbitant. Would be great if there was a hairdryer in the room but everything else is well taken care of. Would stay here again should I revisit this charming town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shawna

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small with 2 twin beds, very clean cozy quiet. It was different than most hotels but i will stay again when i return to Boston.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Short Cambridge Stay
It was perfect for a short stay for 2 people. The room came with 2 small bathrooms, each with a shower. This was wonderful. The living room was a decent size and had a desk, which was great for working. Bedroom was on the small side, but the 2 bathrooms made up for that.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One to return to
Porter hotel provides good, basic accommodation with a few very important extras like a very good coffee machine, limitless bottled water, boiling water and ice. There is 24 hour reception manned by pleasant helpful staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yifon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was wonderful, the room was impeccable, and the staff were very helpful. I frequented the business center with wifi, restrooms, comfortable couches, and water, tea, and coffee. I had a ginger beer at the restaurant next to the entrance. Outside, the T station, Porter Square shops and Restaurants were right across the street. This is a choice in hotels that I would make again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little hotel, great room, comfy bed and the best pillows. Everything was spotless and the hotel staff were so hopeful. Valet parking quick and painless and only $28 a night, a steal for Boston. Nice little lounge and coffee area too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleaning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Convenient Location
Convenient location in Cambridge. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Close to mass transit. My complaint with this hotel was that the room looked nice but wasn't very comfortable or easy to use. The room was very small and the bathroom fixtures weren't very functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good value !
the room was perfect, clean, and had decent wifi. hotel staff werekind and very helpful. would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Show in Boston
Nice hotel, very close (1 minute walk) to the T and shopping area. Great new restaurant inside with a very good breakfast. Nice Thai restaurant across the street. It was a very good experience and excellent alternative to downtown Boston when hotels are $500+ per night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with group
Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager Bryan Bishop was extremely helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely modern boutique hotel. Very clean and friendly. Very convenient for transport to take you to other locations for sightseeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024