The Best Hotels Closest to Harvard Museum of Natural History in Boston for 2026

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A modern lounge area with a red sofa, bookshelves, a fireplace, and a bar area.

A restaurant with large windows, interior lighting, and seating arrangements.

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1. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

1 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Mary

₩266,996

₩298,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

2. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Kendall Square, 3 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Fiona

₩331,830

₩429,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A building entrance with a doormat, large windows, and potted plants.

A modern room with large windows, a round table, and four chairs.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a view of the cityscape.

A round table with a teapot and biscuits by a window with a view of a building with a tower.

3. Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Port, 2.1 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Katherine

₩249,705

₩289,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, spacious layout.

A modern bathroom with a wooden console table, a mirror, a towel rack, and a small plant.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a comfortable sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern interior with a wooden slat wall, a reception desk, and a hanging light fixture.

4. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

1.7 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Sara

₩383,739

₩501,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a fireplace, two grey sofas, a round table with candles, and a coffee table with a blue vase.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A brick building with a covered entrance and signage for "Residence Inn by Marriott."

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and shelves with bottles.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 2.8 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Michelle

₩306,938

₩402,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

The Charles Hotel with outdoor seating and a garden area.

A staircase with a modern design, featuring a combination of brick and wood elements, and a metal railing.

A restaurant with a wooden table centerpiece, orchid plants, and a sign for Henrietta's Table.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, bookshelves, a red sofa, and a coffee table.

6. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.8 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

David

₩566,602

₩656,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.

A restaurant with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A modern building with a courtyard, benches, and flower beds.

7. Porter Square Hotel

Porter Square, 1.3 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Gerardo

₩265,568

₩307,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A transparent dome structure with a metal framework, a glass floor, and a metal railing.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a seating area with a coffee table.

A breakfast buffet with various fruits, pastries, and beverages.

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

2 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Andrew

₩208,396

₩242,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern reception area with a large window, a reception desk, and a 'welcome' sign.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and a built-in refrigerator.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a view through large windows.

9. Beacon Suites Hotel

0.9 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Keith

₩306,100

₩341,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A multi-story hotel with a distinctive stepped design, featuring illuminated signage and a reflection in the water.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and illuminated by lanterns.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a staircase leading to an upper floor, and a view of the city skyline through large windows.

A dining area with a long wooden table set for six, large windows with a city view, and a view of a river.

10. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

MIT, 2.9 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Michael

₩202,850

₩275,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, string lights, and a well-maintained lawn.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Meridian' sign, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a desk with a television, and a large window with curtains.

A modern dining area with wooden tables, leather seating, and a wall of decorative plates.

11. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Central Square, 2.2 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Margarita De

₩325,341

₩416,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A multi-story building with a well-maintained lawn and a gated entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a small table with flowers.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

12. Hotel Veritas

Mid-Cambridge, 0.8 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Alexander

₩360,685

₩412,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a statue, and a brick building with windows.

A modern restaurant with round tables and blue chairs, featuring a chandelier and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and chandeliers.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, classical columns, and a chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs, and a bar area in the background.

13. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.6 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Elizabeth

₩397,612

₩461,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A two-story building with a sign reading "Irving House Bed & Breakfast".

A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages.

A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, a blue armchair, a red sofa, and a patterned rug.

A bulletin board with postcards and a potted plant.

14. Irving House At Harvard

Mid-Cambridge, 0.6 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Alejandra

₩381,997

₩437,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a refrigerator.

A wooden table with four green cushioned seats on a patterned rug.

A kitchen with wooden shelves holding white and blue bowls, a white mug with a floral design, and a toaster on the counter.

15. Tranquil House in Cambridge

Strawberry Hill, 2.7 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Lisa

₩198,370

₩227,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A buffet with various food items including fruits, cheeses, and vegetables.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two blue sofas, and a coffee table with a sculpture.

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating area, and a pergola structure.

A reception area with two dark reception desks, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a decorative wall piece.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston/Cambridge-Arlington, MA

North Cambridge, 3.1 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Denise

₩283,978

₩317,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, glass walls, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A woman walking with a suitcase in front of a Marriott hotel entrance.

A corridor with modern architecture, large windows, and seating areas.

A breakfast table with waffles, a glass of orange juice, and a pitcher of coffee.

17. Boston Marriott Cambridge

Kendall Square, 3 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Victoria

₩408,804

₩474,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with teal chairs, a reception desk, a staircase, and a TV screen.

A buffet setup with various food items and a large screen in the background.

A conference room with multiple tables, chairs, and a large screen displaying Courtyard Marriott Boston Cambridge.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Cambridgeport, 2.2 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Alexander

₩246,515

₩335,562 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

A lounge area with patterned armchairs, a central round table, and a chandelier.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

East Cambridge, 3.1 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Richard and Karla

₩283,683

₩328,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A Hampton Inn hotel with a prominent red neon sign, brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

A seating area with a blue sofa, two round tables, and four chairs.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign reading "WELCOME TO THE PATRIOT STATE," and a map of the state on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a lamp.

20. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

East Cambridge, 3.2 km from Harvard Museum of Natural History

Arti

₩329,255

₩381,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse	9.6 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Lark Hotels 907 Main	9.4 Exceptional 314 reviews	View
The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge	9.4 Exceptional 419 reviews	View
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Top Harvard Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Hotel 1868

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, lovely property, nice sized room and friendly staff. Only drawback was weak-ish water pressure while we were there."

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Staff and hotel were great"

Lark Hotels 907 Main

10/10 Excellent

"great experience from check-in to check-out"

The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Great new clean hotel. Super convenient to HBS."

Studio Allston Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good hotel in a great location. We walked to some great restaurants and were able to bus to downtown. It's definitely dated -- the bathroom is rough with 4 people in a room! Painting was so fun, and great to have food and drinks on property. Breakfast was quite expansive --"

The Charles Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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

Harvard Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Small clean efficient best locating in harvard square bar move. Schedule all your meetings at Henrietta's table at the Charles Hotel (literally across the street) and Dave 75% on the room."

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

10/10 Excellent

"Clean hotel worth staying at compared to the expensive downtown choices. Short walk to Harvard, a few minute walk to restaurants and grocery stores. It was a bit of a hike to get to the subway, however. Room was comfortable and quiet and it was nice to have an on-site restaurant."

Ginkgo House on Harvard

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet, clean, and very kind manager"

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Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

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Memorial Hall

Find out about the history of Cambridge when you take a trip to Memorial Hall. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments

You can study the exhibits at Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cambridge. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this vibrant area.

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10.0/10 (4 reviews)

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10.0/10 (1 review)

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Semitic Museum

5.4/10 (6 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Harvard Museum of Natural History?

Harvard Museum of Natural History is located in a vibrant area of Cambridge known for its beautiful river views and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 88 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Harvard Museum of Natural History?

Adjacent to Harvard Museum of Natural History, Cambridge Common House is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include The Charles Hotel and Irving House At Harvard.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Harvard Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 88 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Harvard Museum of Natural History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Harvard Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Harvard Museum of Natural History.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Harvard Museum of Natural History?

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What can I see and do near Harvard Museum of Natural History?

Study the collections at Harvard Art Museums, MIT Museum, or Museum of Science. Fenway Park, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and Massachusetts Hall are some of the local landmarks to explore. You can catch a show at American Repertory Theater, Somerville Theatre, and Roadrunner-Boston.

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Our top choices for Harvard Museum of Natural History hotels

1. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3. Lark Hotels 907 Main

4. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

6. The Charles Hotel

7. Porter Square Hotel

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

9. Beacon Suites Hotel

10. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

11. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

12. Hotel Veritas

13. Sheraton Commander Hotel

14. Irving House At Harvard

15. Tranquil House in Cambridge

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston/Cambridge-Arlington, MA

17. Boston Marriott Cambridge

18. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

20. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Museum of Natural History

Top Harvard Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Hotel 1868

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

Studio Allston Hotel

The Charles Hotel

Harvard Square Hotel

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

Ginkgo House on Harvard

Other attractions near Harvard Museum of Natural History

Museum of Comparative Zoology

Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

Memorial Hall

Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments

Harvard Science Center

Harvard Graduate School of Design

Semitic Museum

Sanders Theater

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