Porter Square Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (2021 reviews)
1924 Massachusetts Ave , Cambridge , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
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
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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 2021 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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Yuri • couple • il
8
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
10
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Tyler • couple • us
9
Overall, would go again and we recommend going as long as you are ok with the valet parking per day option/cost.
Pros:

Central location. Walking distance to a CVS, City Target, and the metro T line. Plus, multiple food options within walking distance.

Cons:

Parking not being included in the cost and if it’s a Friday night or weekend, you might hear some noise from the Irish pub across from the street.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
10
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Birgitt • couple • de
10
Nettes Hotel in der Nähe von Harvard
Pros:

Sauberes , wenn auch kleines Zimmer. Kaffee und Wasser kostenlos. Gute Entfernung zum Bahnhof und Harvard.
Netter Pub nebenan für abends und zum Frühstück Andi‘s Diner

Cons:

Kein Frühstück. Valet Parken kostet 25 täglich und ist etwas umständlich

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Wencho • couple • tw
5
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Guillermo • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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giovanni • solo_traveller • at
10
Nice to be in Porter Square
Pros:

Small but good room, kind staff, great location

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Hiroyuki • solo_traveller • jp
9
Pros:

部屋にクリーニングがこないのが、かえってよかった。

Cons:

特になし

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Eileen • extended_group • us
8
Great location on Massachusetts Avenue, clean, comfortable beds.
Pros:

Cleanliness. Location. Upgrade of room, very thoughtful.

Cons:

Specifics of hospitality...good local eateries, where was recharging station, what level of power? I got the mistaken impression that we could charge our electric car at the hotel parking garage.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Luna • couple • fr
9
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Victor Javier • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Marinko Pešo • extended_group • hr
9
Was a great hotel for my short stay, would definitely come here again
Pros:

Great location, right next to the red line, makes moving around the city super easy. Hotel was clean, staff was friendly, rooms are nice although a bit smaller.

Cons:

Room is missing some closet area to store clothes, and the shower seems a bit outdated, and its leaking water when showering so the floor outside is wet. Nothing too dramatic, but impacts the overall experience

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Ashutosh • couple • ae
9
Excellent place. The unassuming traditional building is so different from the modern and near inside. Staff was super co
Pros:

1. Excellent location - red line metro, eating places
2. Very courteous staff
3. Clean and hygienic

Cons:

Room was a bit tight, but not bad at all.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Williams • extended_group • gb
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Kgothatso • solo_traveller • za
6
Pros:

Great location and friendly staff.

Cons:

Very tiny room with no cupboard space

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Shaboyan • solo_traveller • am
6
Pros:

The location is perfect right in front of a metro. Good breakfasts are shared to us. The personnel are on average good except few.

Cons:

Technical glitches always in the room. I struggled too much to turn the ventilation system off and ended up staying in an another room for a night.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Erin • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Clean and 7close to everything

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Hubertha • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Astrid • solo_traveller • us
6
Cons:

Too much noise.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee