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The Charles Hotel

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with spa, near Harvard University

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Front of property
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Staircase
Interior entrance
Exterior
In the heart of Cambridge, The Charles Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a spa that serves up sports massages and body wraps. Unwind at one of the 3 on-site restaurants or explore nearby Fenway Park and Hynes Convention Center. Enjoy car rentals on site, free in-room WiFi, and helpful staff who make your stay unforgettable.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $446
includes taxes & fees
$385 per night
Feb 28 - Mar 1

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Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway on request) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Chancellors) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed (Chancellors)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Deans) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite (Deans)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 475 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed (Fellows)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 448 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
One Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 2 min walk
  • Harvard Square - 5 min walk
  • Fenway Park - 6 min drive
  • TD Garden - 8 min drive
  • Boston Common - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 24 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 28 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 31 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 40 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 6 min drive
  • Ball Square Station - 6 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 5 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 23 min walk
  • Porter Square Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Russell House Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Felipe's Mexican Taqueria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pinocchio's Pizza & Subs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Burger - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Charles Hotel

When you stay at The Charles Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Harvard University and Harvard Square. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis, and Henrietta's Table, one of 3 restaurants, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Harvard Square Station is just 5 minutes by foot.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Serbian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 303 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 50.00 per day)
    • Covered onsite valet parking (USD 55.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (17997 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1985
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Henrietta's Table - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Noir Bar - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Bar Enza - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Regattabar Jazz Club - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Pronto - This bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 40 for adults, and USD 10 to 40 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 50.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking costs USD 55.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID - C0015240490
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Charles Cambridge
Charles Hotel
Charles Hotel Cambridge
Hotel Charles
The Charles Hotel Hotel
The Charles Hotel Cambridge
The Charles Hotel Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Does The Charles Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Charles Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Charles Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Charles Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 50.00 per day. Valet parking costs USD 55.00 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Charles Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Charles Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (9-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Charles Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as 3 bars and a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near The Charles Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and American cuisine.

Does The Charles Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around The Charles Hotel like?

The Charles Hotel is located by the river in West Cambridge, a short 5-minute walk from Harvard Square Station and 2 minutes' walk from Harvard University. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Charles Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel.
Leigh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, comfortable room, great location!
Eleanor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place at unbeatable location.
Yu-jung, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Our upgraded room was perfect for our week long stsy
Elise, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved the hotel. The bed was the most comfortable I’ve even slept in. Room was nice and very clean.
Lindsey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great!
Frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable.. beautiful plantings and great redyaurant
Barbara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

fabulous stay!
Rhonda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, convenient hotel by Harvard.
Shawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was well kept and staff was very friendly.
Patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Charles is a lovely hotel. Very comfortable rooms and environment.
ginger, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best place to stay if you’re visiting Harvard
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and friendly. I did not wait long to check in or out. The location of the hotel is unbeatable. I will not stay anywhere else when I am visiting my children
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location! Great hotel. Loved it.
Suzanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel.
Carlos, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is great for enjoying much of the area.
Alice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The only complaint would be room service menus needs to offer more
Wendy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.
A lovely hotel with very helpful staff
Dawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable place to stay!
kirsten, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and accommodating staff
Ray, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Carla, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love The Charles
Perfect stay..great breakfast and great service
Luis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location when visiting Cambridge. The staff were very helpful and the restaurants are good, especially the pie from Henrietta’s.
Cindy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A first class accommodation and terrific location. Easy access to the T subway to Freedom Trail and a 15-minute taxi ride to Fenway Park.
Terry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and accommodating staff, clean rooms, the area is good, charming and pleasant rooms
Dr. Eve, 4-night trip