The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3.0 star property
Historic Cambridge hotel in MIT with free breakfast
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December 2024
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Lobby
Reception
Luxury 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed | Private kitchenette
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec

Explore the area

Map
350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    2 min walk
  • The Black Sheep Restaurant at the Kendall Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Kendall-MIT Station
    1 min walk
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    16 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room (Queen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Cambridge

At The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and within 20 minutes of Massachusetts General Hospital. Highlights at this boutique hotel include free buffet breakfast and a 24-hour business centre. .This historic hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class MIT hotel include Harvard University and TD Garden.

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 2 min walk
  • Massachusetts General Hospital - 19 min walk
  • Harvard University - 4 min drive
  • TD Garden - 5 min drive
  • Northeastern University - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Kendall-MIT Station - 1 min walk
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 4 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shy Bird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Area Four - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tatte Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Historic Cambridge hotel in MIT with free breakfast
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the historic The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse. Parking is available for a fee. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1895
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers 77 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 25.51 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Nearby fitness centre access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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 - C0015480491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 credit 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 C0015480491. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number C0015480491

We should mention

  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Kendall
Kendall Cambridge
Kendall Hotel
Kendall Hotel Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse on 29 Dec 2024 start from AU$253.74, 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 The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Yep, The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 45 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

The closest beach to The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse is Revere Beach (9.2 km).

Does The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers give top marks to the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

No, The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

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

Are pets allowed at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 833 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1007 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1007 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully done inside—lots of charm. Staff helpful and friendly. Nice area and easy to get around. Room was clean and well appointed and breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff were very knowledgeable and friendly. The rooms were very clean and the housekeeping staff was friendly and gave me an extra cookie when I asked. Nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wonderful decor - from original Firehouse collectibles to the beautiful quilted bed coverings - is just one example of the way the Kendall Hotel leaves you wanting to extend your stay. The staff are incredibly friendly and knowledge. We wholeheartedly recommend the Kendall when you next travel to Cambridge (a mere 30-40 minute car ride to Boston; the MIT access to the subway is very close by). We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff. Great hotel stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a super cute boutique hotel with historic charm. Lots of attention to detail and a fabulous breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property….decorated beautifully….extremely clean…daily housekeeping service (rare these days)…delicious hot breakfast…helpful and very courteous staff…GREAT VALUE!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

edgar e silva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kendall Hotel was a lovely property right in the heart of Cambridge. We enjoyed our stay! The breakfast buffet was lovely as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Excellent experience all around
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica, Gainesville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for MIT visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and reasonably priced in a safe and quiet community. Close to metro and not a long commute via ride share programs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Danielle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the specialized attention and the unique decor of this hotel. We arrived a little late and missed the cocktail hour but they delivered wine and snacks to our room, including non alcoholic items for my daughter. Our room was so cozy. We felt like we were staying in someone’s home. Shower was great. Breakfast was good, fresh and had lots of options. They make great cup of coffee too. I would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

I can’t say anything bad about this place , staff was great , I wish I had more time to just spend in the hotel it’s that beautiful , definitely returning next trip to Boston ! Canadian friend Heather Bond
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lynne

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing, property was unique it could use some updates. Breakfast was just average and needed more options and different ones. We stayed for three night and the same every morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ofir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The historical nature of the building and surrounding area was great. The staff was excellent. My room and the bathroom were a little on the small side but overall it was a great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ron was especially helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024