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Harvard Square Hotel

3.8(266)
Hotel

About

Harvard Square Hotel offers modern, bright rooms just steps from Harvard University, making it ideal for business travelers seeking convenience and a local vibe. The lobby café and on-site parking add practical touches for busy days and meetings.

Staff are known for their helpfulness and professionalism, enhancing the experience with personalized service. Though rooms are compact, the hotel’s prime location in Cambridge places you near cultural landmarks, dining, and transit options for seamless event planning and guest stays.

Best for

  • Convenient lodging for Harvard-area business trips
  • Small group stays near university events
  • Accessible accommodations with helpful staff

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Steps from Harvard University and Harvard Square
Location
Steps from Harvard University and Harvard Square
Situated directly across from Harvard Square, the hotel offers immediate access to Harvard University, local shops, cafés, cultural venues, and is under 10 minutes from downtown Boston, making it ideal for business guests needing proximity to
On-site coffee bar and convenient lobby workspace
Lobby Amenities
On-site coffee bar and convenient lobby workspace
The hotel features a lobby café serving free coffee and a pleasant seating area suitable for work or casual meetings, providing a comfortable spot for guests to gather or prepare for their day.

At a glance

Rated 3.8 on Google · 266 reviews