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Porter Square Hotel

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Front of property
Courtyard
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Restaurant
Reception

Overview of Porter Square Hotel

Porter Square Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10 Wonderful
9.0/10 Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
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1924 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationHarvard Square2 min drive
  • Popular LocationTufts University2 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarvard University4 min drive
  • AirportBoston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)23 min drive

Room options

About this area

Cambridge

Porter Square Hotel is located in Porter Square, a neighborhood in Cambridge, and is near a train station. Fenway Park and The Freedom Trail are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Encore Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor. Check out an event or a game at TD Garden, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Harvard Square - 2 min drive
  • Tufts University - 2 min drive
  • Harvard University - 4 min drive
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 6 min drive
  • Encore Boston Harbor - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station - 2 min walk
  • West Medford Station - 5 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Panera Bread - 2 min walk
  • Sugar & SpiceThai Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Anna's Taqueria - 3 min walk
  • Dakzen - 8 min walk
  • Posto - Somervill - 7 min walk

About this property

Porter Square Hotel

3-star hotel near Harvard University
You can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a 24-hour business center at Porter Square Hotel. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in the lobby
  • A computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff, overall condition, and location
Room features
All 65 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, quiet rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter
Guest accommodations are sealed after cleaning

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 48 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite 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
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 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.
  • Accessible bathroom available in select rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

More

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

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Check-in

Check-in from 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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-authorize 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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

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

Is Porter Square Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of May 31, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Porter Square Hotel on Jul 1, 2023 start from $167.54, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Porter Square Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 28.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Porter Square Hotel?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Porter Square Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Porter Square Hotel located?

Located in Porter Square, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harvard Law School and Harvard Square. Harvard University and Boston University are also within 3 mi (5 km). Porter Square Station is only a 2-minute walk and Davis Station is 12 minutes.

Porter Square Hotel Reviews

Porter Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1002 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 63%
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1002 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 28%
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1002 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 6%
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 2%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1002 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 1%

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.9/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff during check in was not very friendly or attentive. Check out was pleasant
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

NDONA, Silver Spring

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Xavier

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay in Cambridge
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient ocstion in walking distance to Harvard Square. The small suite was clean and comfortable. The pub;ic computer and relaxation area in the basement was useful while waiting to go to the airport. Lastly, the staff wa friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property whit easy access to the RED line train stations.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location-very close to Harvard and subway
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Louis, Philadelphia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023