The Charles Hotel

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Charming elegance in Harvard Square

Perfectly situated in Harvard Square, this beautifully appointed hotel offers a serene and charming atmosphere. Enjoy fine dining at Henrietta’s Table, modern fitness facilities, and convenient EV charging stations for a seamless stay.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$672
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a decorative plate on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(93 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(53 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a leather armchair, a desk, and a blue patterned carpet.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Fellows)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a painting of a couple on the wall.

Suite (Deans)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a small table, and a decorative plate on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Chancellors)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a dresser, and a television.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Chancellors)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with chairs, a leather armchair, and a small ottoman.

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway on request)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

Studio, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Located in West Cambridge, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, The Charles Hotel is near the airport and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Boston Public Garden and Boston Common, while Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Boston Symphony Hall are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Fenway Park or TD Garden. Kayaking, sailing and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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One Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • A classical building with columns and a blue door, surrounded by trees and people walking.
    Harvard University
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic town square with brick buildings, a red bus, and a Harvard sign.
    Harvard Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Brattle Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • American Repertory Theater
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Massachusetts Hall
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Union Square Station
    5 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station
    5 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Felipe's Taqueria
    3 min walk
  • Lou's
    3 min walk
  • Grendel's Den Restaurant & Bar
    2 min walk
  • Tasty Burger
    3 min walk
  • Henrietta's Table
    3 min walk

About this property

The Charles Hotel

  • Luxury boutique hotel near Harvard University
  • Located close to Fenway Park and Hynes Convention Center, The Charles Hotel provides concerts and live shows, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a hot stone massage or a body treatment at Corbu Spa & Salon, the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and American cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and free bike hire
    • Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
    • Luggage storage, massage treatment rooms and wedding services
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All 303 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets and free cots/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and deep-soaking baths
    • 50-inch HDTVs with premium channels
    • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and heating

Awards and affiliations

  • The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Charles Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Charles Hotel?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Charles Hotel on 23 Nov 2026 start from NZ$672, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Charles Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 60 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 65.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The Charles Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Charles Hotel?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Charles Hotel located?

Located in West Cambridge, this luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Harvard University, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Fenway Park and Hynes Convention Center. Boston Museum of Fine Arts and Boston Symphony Hall are also within 6 mi (10 km). Harvard Square Station is only a 5-minute walk and Central Square Station is 22 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Charles Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 814 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, an icon hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff at check-in, a well-stocked room off the lobby filled with complimentary candies (and to-go bags!), and charmingly-designed rooms made this a lovely stay. The location off Harvard Square made getting to and from the hotel so easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Would stay again, very peaceful stay,comfortable clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very nice hotel in the heart of Harvard Square. Have been to the area many times for various things but never stayed until now. Lovely room and nice amenities. We enjoyed room service and a lovely view of campus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome place and staff —-
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Arrived early and called me with an early check in. Staff is terrific! Lovely hotel and excellent location. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location to Harvard events
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was very comfortable. The blackout curtains coupled with the wonderful sheets and mattress make it hard to get out if bed in the morning. The common space was large, and there was a room that offered complimentary drinks and snacks off to the side.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a premium property, decorated in traditional Boston style. All available services on property were very high end - excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Charles Hotel has one of the most relaxing lobbies, cushy seating and ample outlets to recharge your phone. The gym is one of the best I’ve used at a hotel, let alone a resort. Friendly staff and spacious rooms. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very attentive and helpful. Classic hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great experience but check in was delayed for a while and ended up in a different room category but hotel is beautiful and centrally located.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The lobby, restaurant, staff and amenities were great. Our room faced a building so not a great view and the shower curtain didn’t keep the water from going on the floor. The bed was super comfortable and the room nicely decorated. Overall I enjoyed our stay but would make sure to get a room with a better view next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay! Great fitness area!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good service and friendly front desk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I remain impressed with the Charles Hotel. The rooms are very comfortable. The location perfect when doing things around Harvard Square. The restaurant and bars are great and the the staff very helpful. Well worth the price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great location. great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a pleasure staying here. The staff is top-notch! Attentive, friendly, helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Spotless rooms, great staff, xlnt food and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The best part about this hotel is its walkability to everything at Harvard. Being so close gives you the freedom to pop back whenever you need to recharge, shower, or just take a quick break between activities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were courteous and the room wasspotless. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice small touches like excellent apples and the reading nook. There are bikes in the garage but no way to rent and the app based rides aren’t suitable for children or families. might be nice to invest in that because the hotel is on a bikeway. no pool. no hot tub. no outdoor dining despite nice terrace. very quiet at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice hotel. Comfortable, clean, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026