The Best Hotels Closest to Harvard Yard in Boston for 2026

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Petite Queen with private Patio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets

King Deluxe - Washington Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. Cambridge Common House

West Cambridge, 0.4 km from Harvard Yard

Jason

NT$7,065

NT$8,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, cribs (free), rollaway beds (free), WiFi (free)

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

1.4 km from Harvard Yard

Kim

NT$6,670

NT$7,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square, 1.1 km from Harvard Yard

Saffet

NT$8,739

NT$10,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

4. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.5 km from Harvard Yard

Rodney

NT$14,188

NT$16,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar (free items), in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, mini-fridge, microwave, dishwasher

5. Beacon Suites Hotel

1.3 km from Harvard Yard

Keith

NT$6,329

NT$7,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

6. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

1.2 km from Harvard Yard

Kim

NT$8,010

NT$10,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 2.6 km from Harvard Yard

Michelle

NT$7,217

NT$9,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

1.6 km from Harvard Yard

Andrew

NT$4,795

NT$5,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

9. Irving House At Harvard

Mid-Cambridge, 0.5 km from Harvard Yard

Sue

NT$7,091

NT$8,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

10. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.6 km from Harvard Yard

Elizabeth

NT$8,793

NT$10,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Connecting Rooms | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Connecting Rooms | Living area

11. Tranquil House in Cambridge

Strawberry Hill, 2.7 km from Harvard Yard

Lisa

NT$4,354

NT$4,983 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), rollaway beds (surcharge)

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Cambridgeport, 1.7 km from Harvard Yard

Jania

NT$5,063

NT$7,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Down comforters, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

East Cambridge, 2.9 km from Harvard Yard

Jennifer

NT$6,618

NT$7,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

14. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

2.9 km from Harvard Yard

Taylor

NT$8,194

NT$9,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

15. Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2.7 km from Harvard Yard

Christina

NT$5,486

NT$6,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Drink in the Cosmos Space Suite | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

16. Studio Allston Hotel

2 km from Harvard Yard

Shannon

NT$5,077

NT$7,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

In-room safe, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

Triple Room (Shared Bath) | Room amenity

32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

17. The Farrington Inn

2.5 km from Harvard Yard

Luke

NT$2,805

NT$3,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

18. Encore Boston Harbor

4.5 km from Harvard Yard

Ryan

NT$10,358

NT$11,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

19. The Eliot Hotel

3.7 km from Harvard Yard

Peter

NT$14,986

NT$17,451 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

Suite (Charles) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

20. Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston

4.1 km from Harvard Yard

Liam James

NT$22,692

NT$26,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Yard

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambridge Common House	10.0 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	9.8 Exceptional 1,014 reviews	View
Ginkgo House on Harvard	9.8 Exceptional 82 reviews	View
The Charles Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Beacon Suites Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 78 reviews	View

Top Harvard Yard Hotel Reviews

Harvard Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Could not ask for a better location than right in the middle of Hahvahd Square. Staff were friendly, rooms were quite spacious and clean, and coffee was available at all times. Bed was very comfortable and not too soft (just the way I like it). All in all we had a great stay and will be back."

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms and excellent food"

Lark Hotels 907 Main

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent time!! Emma was great"

Hotel Veritas

10/10 Excellent

"The area was convenient to the subway lines, and the area felt safe. The staff were nice, and the room was nice and clean. No complaints. Also enjoyed the 24/7 complimentary coffee, tea, and water bar"

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"This morning at about 7:30 on my way to the Starbucks coffee machine by the front desk I said good morning to a small young lady at the front desk. She barely looked at my face. When I had difficulties operating the coffee maker I asked for her assistance, she totally ignored me. As I was leaving she attempted to say something to me. I asked her not to bother. It was either she was having a bad day or she didn't like my c"

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel! Very clean and staff and valet were great!"

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Staff wonderful good location"

Ginkgo House on Harvard

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet, clean, and very kind manager"

Sheraton Commander Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room cleaning was inadequate compared to our previous stays. The towels were not clean."

Other attractions near Harvard Yard

Harvard Art Museums

9.4/10 (132 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Harvard Art Museums, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cambridge. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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John Harvard Statue

You can learn about the history of Cambridge when you stop by John Harvard Statue. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Arthur M Sackler Museum

You can study the exhibits at Arthur M Sackler Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cambridge. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Busch Reisinger Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Busch Reisinger Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Fogg Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fogg Museum during your trip to Cambridge.

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Harvard Hall

9.0/10 (14 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cambridge with a stop at Harvard Hall. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

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Massachusetts Hall

Learn about the local history of Cambridge when you take a trip to Massachusetts Hall. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Harvard Science Center

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the campus of Harvard Science Center, during your travels in Cambridge. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Harvard Yard?

Harvard Yard is located in Cambridge. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 134 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Harvard Yard?

Adjacent to Harvard Yard, Hotel Veritas is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a cafe and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include The Charles Hotel and The Atlas Hotel.

How many hotels will I find close to Harvard Yard?

Expedia has 134 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Harvard Yard.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Harvard Yard, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Harvard Yard.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Harvard Yard?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Harvard Yard, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Harvard Yard?

Study the collections at Harvard Art Museums, Harvard Museum of Natural History, or MIT Museum. Fenway Park, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and Massachusetts Hall are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Somerville Theatre, House of Blues Boston, and MGM Music Hall at Fenway.

How can I get to Harvard Yard?

Head over to Harvard Square Station for metro transit. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Harvard Yard hotels

1. Cambridge Common House

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

4. The Charles Hotel

5. Beacon Suites Hotel

6. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

9. Irving House At Harvard

10. Sheraton Commander Hotel

11. Tranquil House in Cambridge

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

14. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

15. Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Studio Allston Hotel

17. The Farrington Inn

18. Encore Boston Harbor

19. The Eliot Hotel

20. Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston

Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Yard

Top Harvard Yard Hotel Reviews

Harvard Square Hotel

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

Lark Hotels 907 Main

Hotel Veritas

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Ginkgo House on Harvard

Sheraton Commander Hotel

Other attractions near Harvard Yard

Harvard Art Museums

John Harvard Statue

Arthur M Sackler Museum

Busch Reisinger Museum

Fogg Museum

Harvard Hall

Massachusetts Hall

Harvard Science Center

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