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Kendall Hotel

3.0 of 5
350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02142
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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West Pittston, Pennsylvania
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

This historical property was perfect for my four day stay in Boston area. Staff was very friendly, attentive and welcoming. Beautifully appointed property with antiques/folk art. My room was lovely, comfy bed, very clean. (Yummy breakfast too!) I'll definitely stay again next time I visit.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

Stayed at the Kendall for 4 days while attending meeting at MIT The Kendall is great boutique hotel in Cambridge. Rooms are a good size, beds are very comfortable. Rooms and hotel very clean. Breakfast is a fantastic buffet with hot food / continental style options. Staff very friendly. Internet access included in the room rate. Tea and coffee making... More

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fairfield county
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

This hotel looked and sounded more interesting online than it proved to be. There is a new 7 story addition, but even there the halls are narrow and the ceilings as low as 6'6", which was awkward for my tall spouse. We were upgraded to a suite, which of course is a real plus, and still our experience was only... More

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Brenda A, Manager at Kendall Hotel, responded to this review
May 6, 2013

We appreciate your visiting the Kendall Hotel and providing feedback on your experience, but are of course quite disappointed that your stay wasn't a more pleasing one for you. I'd like to take a minute to address the points in your review, in the hopes that you might give our property another chance. While we understand that aesthetics are subjective... More

New York, NY
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

We stayed at the Kendall last week for two nights and it was wonderful. Charming, comfortable, not a chain hotel in feel but with all the comforts including free wi-fi, free full breakfast. It's right near the "T" (subway). Just great in every way. We look forward to staying there again.

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Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

Stayed here from 10 - 12 June 2011. Rooms were clean. Location is excellent and within a short walking distance to the Kendall MIT subway station. The Black Sheep Cafe serves excellent food. The only downside of this hotel is limited and narrow parking spaces.

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Riyadh
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Location is excellent Decoration and setting is very good. Staff needs to learn to smile I dealt with three of the them in 2 days and none of them ever smiled at me :( Need to be more accommodating. I came in early and was refused early check-in. Came back at 12:30 and the room was not ready yet. I... More

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Brenda A, Manager at Kendall Hotel, responded to this review
April 20, 2013

I am very sorry to hear that you found our staff less than accommodating and obdurate with our check in and check out times. Please know that The Kendall Hotel takes the utmost care to ensure guests are well taken care of and feel at home. I never like to offer excuses, however, when we are sold out during this... More

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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013 via mobile

Stayed one night and it was perfect. Great comfy room, fabulous breakfast included, great restuarant for dinner the first night. Very nice room with beautiful decor and firm bed. All the amenities including free wifi. A small intimate setting.

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Osprey, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2013

We have visited the Kendall Hotel every year for the past 7 years for the MIT SPLASH program in November. We chanced upon the hotel the first time as we were looking for a hotel in walking distance from MIT. We kept coming back because of how impressed we were the first time and have never been disappointed. We have... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

There is nothing to dislike about Cambridge or Boston! If you want to feel smart, hang out here....you can only dream of life at MIT or Harvard as a young student...and what a life!! beautiful and picturesque learning with all your smart friends The Kendall is lovely, like the home away from home! Peaceful, quaint and full of history!!! Clean... More

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Augusta, Maine
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

Stayed here for 2 days and was blown by how accommodating everyone was. A little expensive, could do better for value but staff is nice and rooms are very very clean. Even people that stayed here were nice too and mostly couples and families. The hotel is a little old but the location is the best especially for MIT.

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What travelers say

  • MIT campus(7)
  • Black Sheep(5)
  • Breakfast buffet(4)
  • Red line(4)
  • Very good(4)
  • Top floor(3)
  • T station(3)
  • Very nice(3)

Additional Information about Kendall Hotel

Address: 350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02142
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Region: United States > Massachusetts > Cambridge
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Family Hotels in Cambridge
#3 Romantic Hotels in Cambridge
#4 Business Hotels in Cambridge
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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