Cambridge, Massachusetts: our three hotels side by side

Our three hotel picks in Cambridge, Massachusetts side by side: guest score, reviews, stars, area and reference price per night.

	Budget Porter Square Hotel	Best Value The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse	Luxury The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square
Guest score	8.6/10	9.0/10	8.8/10
Reviews	1,308	616	412
Stars	★★★	★★★★	★★★★★
Area	Porter Square	Kendall Square	Harvard Square
Reference price per night	€223	€412	€539
Guests like	Location: Walking distance to Harvard University, shops, and restaurants in a safe, quiet neighborhood. Cleanliness: Spotless, modern, and well-maintained interiors.	Location: Right next to the subway station and MIT campus, with restaurants nearby. Breakfast: Buffet offers a variety of fresh fruit, hot options, and generous portions.	Location: Centrally situated in Harvard Square near the university, river, restaurants, and public transport. Staff: Friendly, professional, and attentive team at the front desk and housekeeping.
Guests mention	Room Size: Compact with limited storage space, though often described as functional and well-designed.	Value For Money: High nightly rates felt expensive for the room size and facilities provided.	Value For Money: Worth the cost for the convenience, though frequently described as expensive.
Good for	ac	family, gym, ac, breakfast	pets, family, spa, gym, ac, breakfast

Which one?

Choose Porter Square Hotel if price matters most, The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse for the best balance of score and price, and The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square if you want the best-reviewed upscale stay.

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Prices are reference rates for a 2-night stay for 2 adults (10 to 12 Nov 2026), not live quotes. Scores and review counts are Booking.com snapshots from September 2026. Always check the current price before quoting it as today's.