The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

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Independent
9.4 (210 reviews)
350 Main Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02142 , Cambridge , US
+1 617-577-1300

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Facilities

Free breakfast
Boat tours nearby
Fireplace in lobby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge service
Golfing nearby
Fireplace in lobby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean
Cozy
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Unique decor
Cons:
High parking fee
Bathroom lighting issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.39
Reviewers frequently mention the hotel as being clean and cozy.
Service
9.86
Consistently noted as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9.4
Convenient location praised in several reviews.
Room Quality
9.35
Rooms described as comfortable and unique.
Amenities
9.18
Amenities like breakfast and parking are mentioned, though with some concerns.
Value for Money
8.74
Some reviews indicate disappointment relative to price, specifically regarding charges.
Food and Beverage
9.39
Overall positive remarks about breakfast quality.
Overall Experience
9.86
Many reviews reflect a delightful stay and intention to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 12:06

Property Description

Convenient Amenities: Immerse yourself in luxury with complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and a cozy fireplace in the lobby.

Dining and Drinks: Indulge in culinary delights at the restaurant or grab a snack at the café. Don't miss the chance to unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wired internet, a 24-hour business center, and convenient dry cleaning services. With self-parking available, your comfort is our priority.

Experience elegance and convenience at The Kendall Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BOS

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 210 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.39
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 9.35
Amenities: 9.18
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 9.39
Overall Experience: 9.86
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Gökçe kolukısa • solo_traveller • tr
9
Guzel bir otel
Pros:

Tesisin konumu harika. Kendal meydaninda. Mit ve harverd a cok yakin. Sehir merkezi ve bazi avm ler yurume mesafesinde. Google binasinin tam karsisi. Bina cok sempatik. Ama eski. Aksam tesisat sesleri geliyor. Genel anlamda memnunuz

Cons:

Biraz gurultulu. Tesisat sesleri var.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • us
7
Good location for my needs.
Pros:

Location excellent. Breakfast excellent. Quaint concept. Fantastic robes.

Cons:

Rooms too dark. Sheets inferior for price and supposed class of hotel. Top floor lounge too hot to use, tho that feature is a selling point.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Xiaorui • couple • cn
9
紧邻地铁站，交通十分便捷，最靠近MIT校区和MIT博物馆，上课极方便。酒店很有特色，干净，早餐很好吃
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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RUITAO • solo_traveller • cn
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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VALENTIN • family_with_children • ae
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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benedetta • family_with_children • it
10
Cozy hotel, great vibes, great location
Pros:

Next door to the MIT and to the red line stop and 2 stops from Harvard
spacious rooms, great vibes and cozy
delicious breakfast
Loved the area with many restaurants and bars
great both for families, just couples or friends trip

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Abyd • family_with_children • gb
8
Comfortable stay at boutique hotel in Cambridge
Pros:

Very comfortable room, well located in Cambridge with access to MIT, Harvard etc

Cons:

Simple breakfast with limited choices ; limited but expensive parking

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Early check in was great, room was clean and staff were excellent!

Cons:

It’s was very expensive for 1 night, given it was summer and during World Cup the prices shot up double of what it normally is.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Annie • family_with_children • us
10
A great boutique hotel for a family
Pros:

The breakfast was wonderful and had things all 3 of my kids liked, plus Gluten Free for me.

Cons:

Luckily, they gave us a roll-a-way bed. The room said it slept 5 but it really only slept 4.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Nazia • solo_traveller • us
10
Enjoyable
Pros:

I loved the history and decor

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Alvaro • solo_traveller • co
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Tiago • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Ian • extended_group • gb
8
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Sean • extended_group • us
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Marieta • family_with_children • sk
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Paula • couple • us
10
A memorable experience for Americas 250 celebration
Pros:

Convenient location. Excellent breakfast. Very helpful staff

Cons:

A little pricey

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Song • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Cigdem • solo_traveller • tr
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Bi • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Staff nice

Cons:

Room A/C

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee