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Located in the Porter Square district in Cambridge, the Porter Square Hotel offers complimentary WiFi and ist 0.7 mi from Central Square. Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are within a 4-km radius of the property. Guest rooms boast flat-screen TVs, a work desk, and ironing facilities. Bathrobes, slippers, and a hairdryer are also offered. A patio and garden are featured at Porter Square Hotel. Brattle Theater and Tufts University are within 1.7 mi of the property. Boston is 4.6 mi away from Porter Square Hotel. Logan Airport is just 7.8 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Private parking at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mariam
    Pakistan Pakistan
    The room was spacious. It was great value for money. There was a fridge, coffee machine and iron all available in the room. Everything was nice, clean and comfortable. The bathroom was great. Excellent location near all stores, restaurants and the...
  • Mkim503
    United States United States
    Great hotel for the price. Clean, comfortable, good location. Front desk was helpful.
  • Mazeez001
    United States United States
    The hotel is in a great location that's accessible to attractions and stores. The staffers were pleasant and helpful. Water and coffee were provided complimentary.
  • Jennifer
    United States United States
    Perfectly located for exploring Cambridge and accessing the T.
  • Timothy
    United States United States
    Location is excellent. Variety of restaurants, grocery stores, coffee shops, and about a 15 min walk to Harvard Square and Davis Square. Staff were very friendly and professional. The rooms were very clean, neat, and comfortable....
  • Francesca
    United States United States
    Location - convenience - delightful restaurant - helpful staff - valet parking
  • Tracy
    United States United States
    Cute cozy hotel. Room was clean and the hotel was convenient to lots of shopping and stores and easy access to the T. Friendly staff- were able to provide a mini fridge and a luggage hold which was very helpful for me. I did not drive but...
  • James
    Australia Australia
    Staff were excellent, helpful and welcoming. Close to restaurants, station and other facilities.
  • Kiratiana
    United States United States
    The price and great facilities. Though I’ve heard its sister hotel has a gym.
  • Anne
    Panama Panama
    Great location with the T across the street and great restaurants at walking distance

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Margeaux Supper Parlor
    • Cuisine
      American • French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Traditional

Amenities of Porter Square Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $28 per day.

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Porter Square Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiscoverCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

A damage deposit of $50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Porter Square Hotel

  • The prices at Porter Square Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Porter Square Hotel is 1.9 miles from the center of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Porter Square Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Porter Square Hotel include:

      • Double
    • Porter Square Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Margeaux Supper Parlor
    • Check-in at Porter Square Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.