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The Charles Hotel

The Charles Hotel
The Charles Hotel – Cambridge, MA
The Charles Hotel – Cambridge, MA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About The Charles Hotel

Experience the charm of The Charles. The Charles Hotel is a proud member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts and a AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, bordering the Harvard campus and a mere 10 minutes from downtown Boston's world-class attractions and Logan International Airport, our location is unparalleled. At The Charles Hotel, we pride ourselves on offering an understated, elegant charm that seamlessly combines with the warmth and ambiance of a New England home. Picture yourself in our inviting library, where you can savor a drink and engage in meaningful conversations with friends. Relax in one of our 303 well-appointed rooms, including 46 suites. What sets us apart is the dynamic atmosphere of thoughtful intellectual discourse and learning, which captivates both the young and old, the influential and the contemplative. We bring together the best of both worlds, blending our serious side with a touch of zany off-beat fun. From our captivating quilt collection to the soulful notes of jazz concerts and an eclectic restaurant inspired by the essence of a pig, our offerings are as diverse as they are delightful. At The Charles Hotel, we serve as a home-away-from-home for accomplished, esteemed guests visiting Boston or Harvard. We're their choice because we consistently meet their exceptionally high standards. We look forward to welcoming you! For those in search of exhilaration or relaxation, we offer our new state of the art Fitness Center and world-class spa and salon experience at Corbu, ensuring that our guests can unwind and rejuvenate. No pool, additional rooms - total 303, restaurant Bendetto now Bar Enza, new Hotel Fitness Center.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Reviews

4.7 / 5
Excellent 1005 reviews
  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    Arrived early and called me with an early check in. Staff is terrific! Lovely hotel and excellent location. Will return.

  • Engine customer Oct 2026

    very clean hotel. the staff was especially helpful. and the restaurants were extremely good.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Spent the Nor'easter weekend at the Charles, went to Red Sox and Rhinocerous play at the ART, hotel is perfectly situated to take advantage of all the restaurants in Harvard Square with easy access to the red line at Harvard.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Nice

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Property is nice. A little bit dated although I stayed in the wing that appeared a bit newer. Parts of the carpeting is old and some staining. The bed was too soft and the mattress pad made it even worse.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Just about everything The price for overnight parking $65.00 is obscene

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    There were several incidents with mice in the lobby

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great location, staff, amenities. Parking garage on site.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    location

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Exceptional

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Well managed hotel with excellent staff.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Convenient location to Harvard events

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Would stay again, very peaceful stay,comfortable clean room.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great people and great stay.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The lobby is a great place in the hotel with plenty of seating and refreshments. The rooms could do with an upgrade as suites do it have enough seating- just one chair, so if you are a couple, what happens is that one of you sits in the lobby. We stayed for 10 nights which is too long for a couple. Two nights woudl probably be ok.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Awesome place and staff —-

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    This is a premium property, decorated in traditional Boston style. All available services on property were very high end - excellent!

Frequently asked questions about The Charles Hotel

Does The Charles Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, The Charles Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does The Charles Hotel offer parking?
Yes, The Charles Hotel offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does The Charles Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. The Charles Hotel features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does The Charles Hotel have a fitness center?
Yes, The Charles Hotel features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, sauna, pool.
Where is The Charles Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
The Charles Hotel is located at One Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. With a Walk Score of 96, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near The Charles Hotel
  • Harvard University 0.3 mi
  • American Academy of Arts and Sciences 0.9 mi
  • World Wide Web Consortium 1.8 mi
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1.8 mi
  • Boston University 2.0 mi
  • Museum of Fine Arts Boston 2.7 mi
  • Boston Marathon bombings 2.7 mi

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