🇺🇸 Cambridge, United States
The five strongest hotels in Cambridge, selected by balancing Booking.com guest ratings with the depth of verified review support.
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026
Guest ratings and review counts were checked on Booking.com on Sep 11, 2026. Prices are indicative snapshots from the same review; confirm the live rate and availability for your dates.
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| Hotel | Area | 5stays | Booking.com | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse | Cambridge | 5stays selection | 9.1 | 627 | $305 |
| Hotel 1868 | Cambridge | 5stays selection | 8.8 | 1,403 | $191 |
| The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square | Cambridge | 5stays selection | 8.8 | 417 | $410 |
| Porter Square Hotel | Cambridge | 5stays selection | 8.6 | 1,347 | $200 |
| Kimpton Marlowe by IHG | Cambridge | 5stays selection | 8.6 | 198 | $305 |
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Just outside the Kendall's front doors is the area's fantastic public transportation system. It suits first visits centred on walking and sightseeing. Its rates sit firmly in the destination’s luxury tier.
Logan Airport is 6.8 mi from the property. The property is close to several noted attractions and around 1.2 mi from Brattle Theater. Central Square is 1.3 mi from the property.
No pool, additional rooms - total 303, restaurant Bendetto now Bar Enza, new Hotel Fitness Center. Experience the charm of The Charles. Relax in one of our 303 well-appointed rooms, including 46 suites.
Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology are within a 4-km radius of the property. Logan Airport is just 7.8 mi from the property. A patio and garden are featured at Porter Square Hotel.
The Kimpton Marlowe Hotel is ideally located only moments from many of the area's main points of interest. It suits first visits centred on walking and sightseeing. Its rates sit firmly in the destination’s luxury tier.
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Frequently asked questions
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse currently ranks first because its 9.1 Booking.com score is supported by 627 verified reviews.
The main areas to compare are Harvard Square, Central Square, Kendall Square, Porter Square and the Charles River. The right choice depends on sights, transport, nightlife and the atmosphere you prefer.
We balance each property’s Booking.com rating with its number of verified reviews, then confirm that all five hotels are located within the named city.
Indicative prices in this shortlist currently range from $191 to $410 per night. Live rates change with dates, room type and availability.
Yes. Each selected hotel’s address and coordinates were checked before publication; nearby towns are not used to complete this city ranking.
Book earlier for summer, public holidays, festivals and major event dates. The best-reviewed refundable rooms are usually the first to sell.
Two or three nights suit a focused city break. Add more time for beaches, museums, mountain activities or regional day trips.
A car is rarely necessary for a central city stay. Consider one for regional day trips, mountain areas or accommodation beyond the main urban centre.
Ratings, review counts and indicative prices were checked on Sep 11, 2026. They can change as Booking.com receives new reviews and availability.
Yes. Use the Stay22 map on this page to compare date-sensitive Booking.com prices and availability, then open the selected property for final room conditions.