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The Inn at Harvard

3.5 of 5
1201 Massachusetts Avenue, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA 02138
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nh
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18 reviews 18 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

We stayed her for my son's graduation and could not have been happier. the location was the best; It was pretty and the staff was pleasant and friendly. The buffet breakfast was expensive but worth it. The location to Harvard could not be beat.

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New Delhi, India
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4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

We stayed at this place as a family of four and found it rather unremarkable as a hotel but on the whole we were happy we stayed here as this place is close to Harvard Square -- a subway station for getting to other places-- and generally conveniently located for getting a whiff of a university town and for eating... More

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Urbana, Illinois
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7 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 6, 2013

This elegant, understated hotel is fantastically well run. It's quiet (a top priority for me) and it has a personal touch. I love the natural light that infuses the lobby and its overall design and trim. The first time, I worried about the potential for noise from the open atrium design and have always found it extremely quiet and restful,... More

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Richard C, Owner at The Inn at Harvard, responded to this review
June 9, 2013

Dear Valued Guest!! Thank you so very much for your kind guest service comments. It means a lot to our entire staff to receive wonderful feedback such as yours!! In the future please try our newly renovated Harvard Square Hotel after The Inn closes on July 15th, 2013. Sincerely, Richard Carbone Business Owner and General Manager More

north myrtle beach, SC
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23 reviews 23 reviews
18 hotel reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

With the words "Inn" and "Harvard" both in the name of this hotel, I expected low-key elegance and top-notch luxury--especially for $310/night. What I got instead was a tired hotel that is living off its name. Yes, the staff were pleasant, but not overly helpful, and the public areas, on first glance, looked quite nice. However, it didn't take long... More

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Richard C, Owner at The Inn at Harvard, responded to this review
May 5, 2013

Dear Valued Guest!! Thank you very much for your constructive comments. I have been the General Manager since the Inn opened in 1991 and we want our guests to be happy with the service and price value!! I will follow up with housekeeping about the cleanliness issues and I hope you will give us another chance. The Inn will be... More

Geneva, Switzerland
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17 reviews 17 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

The Inn at Harvard is a very pleasant and charming hotel. It is an ideal choice for visits on the Harvard campus, but also to MIT and it is connected well enough to be a reasonable (and often cheaper) alternative to the Copley Square hotels for business in the Back Bay. The staff is very attentive and the room well... More

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Berkeley, California
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31 hotel reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Don't get me wrong, the Inn at Harvard is very nice; the staff are helpful, the room was clean and comfortable. I would absolutely stay there again. But the best thing about the Inn at Harvard is that it's right there, at Harvard, and very convenient for a visit to Cambridge. The temperature outside was very unpredictable during my visit,... More

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Cambridge MA
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32 reviews 32 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2013

I have always liked this place - a bright, sunny, modern small hotel in a great location. I only recently noticed that they say the design is based on the Gardner Museum - which is true to the extent that it is built around a nice atrium (but human scale, not a high rise). This last trip secured this 5... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

Our whole family family stayed at The Inn at Harvard for the Boston Marathon. The rooms were excellent and the staff very helpful and friendly. The location is excellent for Cambridge sightseeing and marathon spectating. Special thanks to the staff for making our Masters golf tournament viewing Sunday an enjoyable experience. Sincerely, Ron, Toronto, Canada

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013 via mobile

This is the best hotel I've stayed in over the past few years. The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly. It really make a big difference. The room was clean and comfortable. They do the little extras that made my hotel stay feel luxurious. Basically located on Harvard Square with Harvard all around. Easy walk to the T and nearby... More

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Natick, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

My organization recently held an event at the Inn at Harvard which required booking multiple rooms for different nights and a private dinner for the group. The potential for disaster at the dinner was huge--we had observant Jews, Muslims, vegans, vegetarians and several guests who required gluten-free food. We had a number of protocol issues involved: a visiting member of... More

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Richard C, Owner at The Inn at Harvard, responded to this review
April 26, 2013

Dear Kathryn: Thank you very much for your posting on TripAdvisor!!! Thank you for your loyalty here at The Inn at Harvard for your special event. I have shared your comments with the entire staff and we appreciate your business very much. Sincerely, Richard Carbone, Business Owner More

 
 
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Also Known As:
The Inn At Harvard Hotel Cambridge
The Inn At Harvard Hotel
Hotel At Harvard
At Harvard Hotel
Address: 1201 Massachusetts Avenue, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA 02138
Region: United States > Massachusetts > Cambridge
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Restaurant Room Service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#8 Business Hotels in Cambridge
#12 Family Hotels in Cambridge
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
On the campus at Harvard University all 111 guestrooms are designed to reflect the stylish, sophisticated atmosphere of a luxury residence. Where else is the General Manager's office located in the lobby. Our guests enjoy daily turndown service, complimentary morning coffee and tea service in our lobby, complimentary wireless internet, full service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner daily. Our main goal is to ensure all our guests have a pleasant and comfortable stay with us. ... more   less 
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