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

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

1. Cambridge Common House

West Cambridge, 0.4 km from Harvard Yard

Jason

CA $307

CA $351 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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.

A vending machine stocked with beverages in a wooden interior setting.

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

1.4 km from Harvard Yard

Kim

CA $292

CA $326 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A garden pathway surrounded by lush greenery and a bird feeder.

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

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square, 1.1 km from Harvard Yard

Saffet

CA $347

CA $398 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

4. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.5 km from Harvard Yard

Rodney

CA $571

CA $662 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

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

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

5. Beacon Suites Hotel

1.3 km from Harvard Yard

Keith

CA $271

CA $303 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

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

6. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

1.2 km from Harvard Yard

Kim

CA $350

CA $464 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 hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

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

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 2.6 km from Harvard Yard

Michelle

CA $316

CA $414 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 lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

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

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

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

1.6 km from Harvard Yard

Andrew

CA $210

CA $244 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages.

A bulletin board with postcards and a potted plant.

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

9. Irving House At Harvard

Mid-Cambridge, 0.5 km from Harvard Yard

Sue

CA $310

CA $355 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

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

10. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.6 km from Harvard Yard

Elizabeth

CA $385

CA $446 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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 compact kitchen with a stove, coffee maker, and a microwave.

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

11. Tranquil House in Cambridge

Strawberry Hill, 2.7 km from Harvard Yard

Lisa

CA $177

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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.

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Cambridgeport, 1.7 km from Harvard Yard

Jania

CA $221

CA $308 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a kitchen area in the background.

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

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

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

East Cambridge, 2.9 km from Harvard Yard

Jennifer

CA $290

CA $332 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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 spacious living area with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There are large windows providing natural light and a view of the outdoors.

14. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

2.9 km from Harvard Yard

Taylor

CA $268

CA $300 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

A library with bookshelves, reading chairs, and tables.

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.

15. Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2.7 km from Harvard Yard

Christina

CA $240

CA $278 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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 modern hotel with a unique geometric facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

16. Studio Allston Hotel

2 km from Harvard Yard

Shannon

CA $222

CA $315 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A two-story building with a red door and a sign above it. There is a small garden with flowers in front of the building.

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a desk, a lamp, and a fireplace.

A reception area with a wooden desk, a chandelier, a large window with floral curtains, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a cityscape.

A room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and artwork on the walls.

17. The Farrington Inn

2.5 km from Harvard Yard

Luke

CA $123

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

A grand hotel with a prominent marquee, a large staircase, and well-maintained gardens.

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.

18. Encore Boston Harbor

4.5 km from Harvard Yard

Ryan

CA $453

CA $507 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A grand lobby with a chandelier, marble flooring, and a staircase leading to a door.

A grand entrance with a black door, two brown leather chairs, and a marble floor.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A grand lobby with a chandelier, marble columns, and a staircase leading to an entrance.

19. The Eliot Hotel

3.7 km from Harvard Yard

Peter

CA $580

CA $675 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A restaurant with a long dining area, high ceilings, and exposed beams. Tables are set with glassware and centerpieces.

A couple walking on a sidewalk with a restaurant named "THE DAGNY" in the background.

A building with a sign reading "THE DAGNY" and a brick facade. There are two bicycles parked in front.

A grand lobby with a large arched entrance, a high ceiling with a detailed mural, and a view of the street outside.

20. The Dagny Boston

5.5 km from Harvard Yard

Isabella

CA $296

CA $393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Yard

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Cambridge Common House	10.0 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	9.8 Exceptional 1,014 reviews	View
Ginkgo House on Harvard	9.8 Exceptional 82 reviews	View
The Charles Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Beacon Suites Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 78 reviews	View

Top Harvard Yard Hotel Reviews

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."

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms and excellent food"

Lark Hotels 907 Main

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent time!! Emma was great"

Hotel Veritas

10/10 Excellent

"The area was convenient to the subway lines, and the area felt safe. The staff were nice, and the room was nice and clean. No complaints. Also enjoyed the 24/7 complimentary coffee, tea, and water bar"

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"This morning at about 7:30 on my way to the Starbucks coffee machine by the front desk I said good morning to a small young lady at the front desk. She barely looked at my face. When I had difficulties operating the coffee maker I asked for her assistance, she totally ignored me. As I was leaving she attempted to say something to me. I asked her not to bother. It was either she was having a bad day or she didn't like my c"

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel! Very clean and staff and valet were great!"

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Staff wonderful good location"

Ginkgo House on Harvard

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet, clean, and very kind manager"

Sheraton Commander Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room cleaning was inadequate compared to our previous stays. The towels were not clean."

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.

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. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

4. The Charles Hotel

5. Beacon Suites Hotel

6. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

8. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

9. Irving House At Harvard

10. Sheraton Commander Hotel

11. Tranquil House in Cambridge

12. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

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

14. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

15. Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Studio Allston Hotel

17. The Farrington Inn

18. Encore Boston Harbor

19. The Eliot Hotel

20. The Dagny Boston

Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Yard

Top Harvard Yard Hotel Reviews

Harvard Square Hotel

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

Lark Hotels 907 Main

Hotel Veritas

DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Ginkgo House on Harvard

Sheraton Commander 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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