Ginkgo House on Harvard

Inn in Cambridge, near Harvard University

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September 2025

October 2025

Standard Doble Room | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ginkgo House on Harvard places visitors in central Cambridge, minutes from Harvard Square and MIT. Guests can relax in the garden or use WiFi from their rooms. The property offers outdoor furniture and barbecue grills for those wanting to enjoy quiet time outside.

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All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

2 bedrooms

Portable fan

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

2 bedrooms

Portable fan

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

2 bedrooms

Portable fan

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Doble Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

2 bedrooms

Portable fan

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Double Beds

Private Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Portable fan

2 bedrooms

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Private Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

2 bedrooms

Portable fan

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Single Room With Share Bath

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Portable fan

2 bedrooms

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Classic Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

2 bedrooms

Portable fan

Rainfall showerhead

Hair dryer

Microwave

Free bottled water

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Central Square, a neighborhood in Cambridge, Ginkgo House on Harvard is near the airport and near a metro station. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boston Marathon Finish Line and Encore Boston Harbor. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Fenway Park or TD Garden.

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288 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA, 02139

What's nearby

Harvard University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Boston University - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
Fenway Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
TD Garden - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

Central Square Station - 8 min walk
Union Square Station - 19 min walk
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Andala Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
‪Moge Tee - ‬8 min walk
‪Life Alive - ‬5 min walk
‪730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio - ‬6 min walk
‪Dumpling House - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Ginkgo House on Harvard

Inn near Harvard University

Located close to Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University, Ginkgo House on Harvard provides a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

Express check-out, express check-in, and gas grills
Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage

Room features

All guestrooms at Ginkgo House on Harvard include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and portable fans
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
Communal kitchens, microwaves, and ovens

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking available only on request

Family friendly

In-room microwave

Conveniences

Luggage storage
Virtual front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Front entrance ramp
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower
Detached shared bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Food and drink

Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Free bottled water
Microwave
Oven
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
Toaster oven

Air conditioning
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

Property Registration Number C0344430491

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn

Ginkgo House on Harvard Cambridge

Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Ginkgo House on Harvard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ginkgo House on Harvard located?

Located in Central Square, this inn is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Boston University and Fenway Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Central Square Station is 8 minutes by foot and Harvard Square Station is 15 minutes.

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Food and drink

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