The Best Hotels Closest to Harvard Yard in Boston for 2026

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A bedroom with a bed, a red chair, a small table with a book, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to an outdoor area.

A spiral staircase with wooden steps and a metal handrail, enclosed by a wooden frame and white walls.

A wooden cabinet with a handle, a window with a view of greenery, and a chair with a textured backrest.

A reception area with a dark wood paneling, a reception desk, and framed pictures on the wall.

1. Cambridge Common House

West Cambridge, 0.4 km from Harvard Yard

Jason

₩297,775

₩340,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A row of blue townhouses with a porch and a sign for 'Boutique Inn'.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a gas stove, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs. The room has wooden flooring and white walls.

A garden pathway with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and greenery.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a beige sofa, a large potted plant, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square, 1.1 km from Harvard Yard

Saffet

₩371,182

₩424,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A spacious living room with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are ceiling fans, hanging lights, and a staircase leading to another level.

A bakery display with bread, pastries, and a coffee station.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a staircase with a white railing, and a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs.

3. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Kendall Square, 2.7 km from Harvard Yard

Brenda

₩319,473

₩415,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious hotel lobby with modern furnishings, a central seating area, and a view of the hallway.

A modern hotel with a prominent glass facade, multiple floors, and a rooftop terrace.

A reception area with a wooden bench, shelves with various items, and hanging pendant lights.

4. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

1.2 km from Harvard Yard

Kim

₩340,561

₩451,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

The Charles Hotel with outdoor seating and a garden area.

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a glass door.

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

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

5. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.5 km from Harvard Yard

Rodney

₩603,241

₩699,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a refrigerated display case, a wooden reception desk, and a wall-mounted shelf with various items.

6. Beacon Suites Hotel

1.3 km from Harvard Yard

Keith

₩269,089

₩300,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

A brick building with a sign reading "Residence Inn by Marriott".

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

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 2.6 km from Harvard Yard

Michelle

₩333,660

₩433,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign reading "DoubleTree Suites by Hilton," and a waterfront view.

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

1.6 km from Harvard Yard

Andrew

₩203,881

₩237,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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 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.

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

9. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.6 km from Harvard Yard

Elizabeth

₩373,860

₩433,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a yellow armchair, a grey sofa with colorful cushions, and a large artwork depicting a person rowing a boat.

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

10. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Central Square, 1.9 km from Harvard Yard

Magdalena

₩272,797

₩355,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, a large abstract painting, and a seating area with a sofa and cushions.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

East Cambridge, 3 km from Harvard Yard

Richard and Karla

₩272,221

₩315,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A high-rise building with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a body of water in the foreground.

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

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Cambridgeport, 1.7 km from Harvard Yard

Jania

₩215,271

₩299,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a bench press, and a rack of dumbbells.

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

13. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

East Cambridge, 3.1 km from Harvard Yard

Arti

₩283,611

₩328,847 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a glass coffee table. There is a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern room with orange and purple chairs, a white round table, and a colorful abstract mural on the wall.

14. Studio Allston Hotel

2 km from Harvard Yard

Shannon

₩191,754

₩277,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a blue-lit canopy and a visible American flag.

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern coffee shop with seating, a television, and a coffee display.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a counter with snacks.

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

East Cambridge, 2.9 km from Harvard Yard

Jennifer

₩260,831

₩298,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A modern lobby with a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A pool area with green pillars, a sofa, and a lounge chair.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A tall ship docked at a harbor with a prominent monument in the background.

16. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

2.9 km from Harvard Yard

Taylor

₩243,746

₩272,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, potted plants, and a fire feature.

A modern building with a curved entrance, American flags, and a bicycle parked outside.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A library with bookshelves, reading chairs, and tables.

17. Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2.7 km from Harvard Yard

Christina

₩218,661

₩253,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline view, a round table with chairs, and a tray with a basket and cups.

A modern living room with a high ceiling, a dining area, and a TV.

A hotel room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large window, a dining area, two beds, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A waterfront hotel with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a view of the city skyline.

18. Boston Yacht Haven Inn & Marina

5.8 km from Harvard Yard

Danielle

₩552,750

₩635,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious, elegantly designed dining area with high ceilings, chandeliers, and classic decor.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a television, and a bookshelf.

A large, classical building with multiple windows and a prominent entrance.

A grand hall with ornate ceiling and large windows.

19. The Langham, Boston

5.5 km from Harvard Yard

Mark

₩757,100

₩881,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a potted plant, and a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a decorative painting.

A hotel room with a large city view, a round dining table, and a sofa.

A large hotel with a curved facade and the name "Encore" illuminated on the top.

20. Encore Boston Harbor

4.5 km from Harvard Yard

Melissa

₩439,922

₩491,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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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
Ginkgo House on Harvard	9.8 Exceptional 82 reviews	View
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse	9.6 Exceptional 1,017 reviews	View
The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge	9.4 Exceptional 355 reviews	View
The Charles Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Harvard Yard Hotel Reviews

Lark Hotels 907 Main

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot, right in Central. Very kind and helpful staff. Comfortable room and excellent bed. Looking forward to my next stay."

The Atlas Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and comfortable bed . Service was great and location with easy access to transport."

The Charles Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great people and great stay."

Arcadian Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is nice, well maintained and probably recent remodeled. Very well located if you want something around the Boston area with easy access, although it is in Brookline, it is very accessible with the "T" green line (C) right across the street, which can take you directly to Boston main attractions, Newsbury St., Back Bay and Downtown. There are nice restaurants and cafes two blocks from the hotel, and Brookline little downtown at 3 or 4 blocks, where you can find everything. I was there to help my daughter to move-in, since she is studying in Berklee School of Music, and it was a very convenient place to stay. It does has parking in case you need it by an additional fee."

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

8/10 Good

"Needed more toilet paper called front desk. It never came. Had to go out and get it from the cleaning staff myself. Then on our last night they had a guy power washing the sidewalk right outside our room window at 9:30pm."

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was clean and spacious. We had a comfortable and relaxing stay. It would have been great if their facility would include a sauna or steam room. The only thing I want to mention is the bathtub drain was not draining well. Water pressure was amazing. Overall this hotel is the best hotel to stay for its value in this area. We will stay there again."

Hotel 1868

10/10 Excellent

"Nicely decorated and clean room, helpful staff always available, in a perfect location at Porter Square. Even has a place in front where cars can drop off or pick you up!"

Hotel Veritas

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice stay. Second time here. No complaints"

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."

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. Ginkgo House on Harvard

3. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

4. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

5. The Charles Hotel

6. Beacon Suites Hotel

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

9. Sheraton Commander Hotel

10. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

13. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

14. Studio Allston Hotel

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

16. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

17. Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

18. Boston Yacht Haven Inn & Marina

19. The Langham, Boston

20. Encore Boston Harbor

Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Yard

Top Harvard Yard Hotel Reviews

Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Atlas Hotel

The Charles Hotel

Arcadian Hotel

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

Hotel 1868

Hotel Veritas

Harvard Square 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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