Porter Square Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1985 reviews)
1924 Massachusetts Ave , Cambridge , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Friendly and supportive staff
Cons:
High restaurant prices
Room size and temperature control issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.35
Room was clean, but issues with furniture detracted from cleanliness perception.
Service
9.35
Staff were consistently praised for being helpful and welcoming.
Location
9.35
Convenient location near transportation and local attractions.
Room Quality
7.85
Small room size and issues with furniture and temperature control highlighted.
Amenities
8.35
Tea/coffee machine was a pleasant surprise, but additional snacks wanted.
Value for Money
8.35
Mixed feedback due to high restaurant prices and auto-gratuity.
Food and Beverage
7.85
Expensive restaurant with mandatory gratuity; no other complaints.
Overall Experience
9.35
Overall positive experience, with plans to return in the future.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 09:46

Property Description

Charming Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Cambridge

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the comfort of guest rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, work desks, and premium ironing facilities. Pamper yourself with complimentary bathrobes, slippers, and a hairdryer for a relaxing stay.

Tranquil Outdoor Spaces
Unwind in the serene patio and garden, perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee or a good book. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city while still being close to top attractions like Harvard University and MIT.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby cultural gems such as Brattle Theatre and Tufts University, with Boston just a short distance away. With Logan Airport in close proximity, your travels are made easy from the moment you arrive.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Porter Square Hotel. Book your stay now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BOS

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 28 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1985 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.35
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 7.85
Overall Experience: 9.35
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John solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Super convenient to the Red Line to get to/from the airport and Harvard. Great value.

Cons:

No snacks for purchase - not even a vending machine

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Matthew couple gb
8
Pros:

Clean smart hotel near the T

Cons:

Small room, bit expensive

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller ca
9
Pros:

The bed is a bit small for me.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Sonja couple us
7
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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ciarán couple us
8
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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BEATRIZ LILIANA solo_traveller ar
10
Excelente
Pros:

La excelente predisposición del personal, que la mayor parte hablara español, que nos dieran la cantidad de agua mineral, café y leche que necesitáramos, que la habitación estuviera disponible antes de lo esperado, que el check out fuera a las 12, la limpieza y la estética.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Enrique family_with_children es
7
Fine but not excellent
Pros:

Location close to subway station and nearby restaurants. Restaurant in the hotel serves great breakfast and dinner.

Cons:

Room cleaning&servicing only upon request. One day we requested it and it didn´t happen and no reason was provided. Overall a bit too pricey for the size and quality of the room.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Vasileios family_with_children gr
8
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Marin solo_traveller hr
8
2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Juan couple es
9
2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Ian solo_traveller us
9
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Efthymia solo_traveller gr
9
A great little hotel at a very convenient location in Cambridge. I would stay there again.
Pros:

The hotel is a lovely little hotel at Porter Square (across the street) where there is a CVS and many restaurants, a wine store, a store with ceramics from local artists that is wonderful for gifts, a Target, and bars, so the hotel is situated at a very convenient location. The Porter metro station is also across the street (3-minute walk from the hotel) that takes you anywhere you like in Boston, including Kendall Square/MIT on the red line (no change of trains). The Harvard campus and Harvard square is a nice 23-minute walk. The staff is friendly and helpful. The rooms are very small; there was no fridge in my room and no proper closet, but I knew that and I did not mind. Rooms and the hotel are very clean. There is a nice restaurant/bar inside the hotel where you can have breakfast and dinner or a drink. The beds are comfortable. I would stay there again. If you travel for work in this area of Boston, it is a great little hotel at a great location in Cambridge, that you'll enjoy for sure.

Cons:

It would be nice if there could be a small fridge in the room. I did not like that the music on the floors is a little loud during the day and you can hear it when you are in the room: If you travel internationally, this can be a problem as you need to rest/sleep and adjust to the time difference or if you need to work in the room. Also, I did not like that the shower heads cannot be adjusted: the shower cabin is small so you need to turn off and on the water to wash long hair properly, and you have to cope with a little cold water in the beginning, which is a minor nuance -nothing tragic.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Chotiros solo_traveller th
8
Pros:

Close to the train station and a convenience store. There is a microwave, refrigerator,ice maker, and coffee machince at basement floor.

Cons:

There is a little bit of noise from the next room, even when they close the door and are talking.

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Dayna family_with_children us
8
Wonderful and comfortable
Pros:

Location was extremely convenient.

Cons:

My only suggestion would be to put a luggage stand in the room.

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Ibaven solo_traveller us
10
Great stay. Great staff. Great location. 10/10 recommend.
Pros:

Great location. The T was very accessible.

Cons:

The bed was not very comfortable

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Paolo solo_traveller it
9
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Tehseen solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Front desk staff, Stacey was very welcoming and friendly.

Cons:

Dusty/ musty smell in the room.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Marie solo_traveller us
8
Great choice for a short trip
Pros:

Small but clean and functional room, with a comfortable bed. I enjoyed the coffee and water station downstairs and the staff was super nice and helpful. Great location near the T, and some shops and restaurants. Easy to get to from the airport. Good shower, though a larger person may find that the door to the shower is a tight squeeze. No chemical fragrances in the room or common spaces.

Cons:

The wallpaper and general decor felt a little dated. I would have appreciated a suitcase rack. It's a perfectly adequate room otherwise.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Adrienne couple us
2
They brought my luggage to police department because I was in hospital
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

I left my luggage at hotel and I ended up going to emergency room and they brought my luggage to police station . Why?

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Gail A family_with_children us
10
Enjoy the accommodations, whether staying in for a day or the convenience of being out for a day. W
Pros:

Perfect location. Friendliness of staff. Comfortable room

Cons:

I liked everything,

2026-03-24 via Nuitee