Name: Porter Square Hotel
Address: 1924 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02140
Price range: US$231+
Rating: 7.4

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About the Hotel

1924 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, 02140

Close to Harvard University

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Loved by Porter Square Hotel guests

Convenient location

Friendly staff

Quiet rooms

Delicious restaurant

Porter Square Hotel - A 3-star boutique hotel with Smart TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and central Cambridge access

Featuring 65 guest rooms with 48-inch flat-screen Smart TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and bathrobes, Porter Square Hotel provides a practical stay near Harvard and MIT. The suites include a separate living area with an additional Smart TV. Located 200 meters from Porter Square Station, the hotel offers quick access to Harvard Museum of Natural History (1 km) and Fenway Park (5 km). Colette Wine Bistro, blending French cuisine with local conversation, is a 5-minute walk. The 23 m² meeting room accommodates up to 10 guests with a 76-inch HD TV and conference phone. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Porter Square Hotel. Additional amenities include accessible rooms, a 24-hour coffee station, and valet parking.

Pros

Central location near Porter Square Station (150 m) and Harvard attractions (1 km).

Complimentary Wi-Fi and Smart TVs in all rooms, with suites offering additional living space.

Proximity to cultural sites like Harvard Museum of Natural History and MIT Museum (20-minute walk).

Cons

No on-site fitness center (partnered gym requires separate access).

Limited dining options within the hotel (nearby restaurants within 0.5 km).

Select your room type

Porter Square Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Petite Double Twin
2 persons
185 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Heating
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Deluxe Queen Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
room details
King Room
2 persons
185 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Facilities

Porter Square Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Valet parking
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Porter Square Hotel Location

1924 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, 02140

Map view

City landmarks

Museum

Harvard Museum of Natural History

4800 ft

Square

Harvard Square

1.2 mi

Museum

Harvard Art Museums

1.0 mi

University

Harvard University

4100 ft

Landmark

Davis Square

3300 ft

Museum

Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

5100 ft

Historic Site

Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site

4900 ft

Theatre

Sanders Theatre

1.1 mi

Gallery

Museum of Bad Art

2800 ft

University

Tufts University

1.3 mi

Landmark

Cambridge Common

4600 ft

Mall

Fresh Pond Mall Shopping Center

1.4 mi

Stadium

Fenway Park

3.2 mi

Landmark

Harvard University Museum of Comparative Zoology

4100 ft

Landmark

Harvard University Semitic Museum

4500 ft

Gallery

Blue Cloud Gallery

4500 ft

Nearby

Store

Porter Square

400 ft

Mall

Porter Square Shopping Center

600 ft

Restaurants

Yume Wo Katare

200 ft

1923 Massachusetts Avenue

Andy's Diner

900 ft

2030 Massachusetts Ave

Bourbon Coffee

1000 ft

1815 Massachusetts Ave

Tampopo

1000 ft

1815 Massachusetts Ave

Yume Ga Arukara

1000 ft

1815 Massachusetts Ave The Shops at Porter

Ittyo

1000 ft

1815 Massachusetts Ave

Bagelsaurus

1300 ft

1796 Massachusetts Ave

Explore Cambridge

Nearby Activities and Attractions

Harvard University

15 minutes' walk

A historic campus featuring stunning architecture and rich history. Free tours are available for visitors.

Harvard Museum of Natural History

18 minutes' walk

Showcases fascinating exhibits on natural history, including the renowned Glass Flowers. Offers guided tours.

Museum of Bad Art

10 minutes' walk

Unique museum dedicated to artwork deemed unsatisfactory, providing a humorous twist on traditional art.

Cambridge Common

18 minutes' walk

Historic park offering green space for picnics, walking trails, and a glimpse of local history.

Fresh Pond Reservation

30 minutes' walk

Offers scenic walking and biking trails around the pond. Great for relaxing or outdoor exercise.

Cambridge Arts Council Events

25 minutes' walk

Local cultural festivals throughout the year offer art, music, and community engagement opportunities.

Yume Wo Katare

1 minute' walk

Ramen spot known for its rich flavors and hearty portions. Popular for its unique dining experience.

Andy's Diner

4 minutes' walk

Classic American diner serving comfort food in a casual atmosphere. Great for breakfast any time.

Harvard Square

25 minutes' walk

Lively area with shops, cafes, and street performers, hosting various free events and entertainment options.

The Brattle Theatre

25 minutes' walk

Historic cinema showcasing independent films, classic movies, and special events, appealing to all ages.

Getting around

City Centre
Cambridge 26 min · 1.3 mi
Airports
Logan (BOS) 17 min · 6.8 mi
Worcester Regional (ORH) 114 min · 47.2 mi
Train
Yawkey 8 min · 3.2 mi
Back Bay 9 min · 3.7 mi
Bus
Bus stop 2 min · 400 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 25.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Porter Square Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Porter Square Hotel is appreciated for its excellent location, steps away from the Red Line subway and within easy reach of shops and restaurants. Guests often point out the modern and clean interior, with well-equipped, though sometimes compact, rooms. Many found the mattresses comfortable and appreciated amenities such as the business center with computers, free coffee, and a microwave for reheating food, while some guests have noted issues with shower doors. The nearby grocery store, Target, and various dining options, including a highly-rated Thai restaurant across the street, add to the convenient experience.

Review score

Based on 7 verified reviews

7.4 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Location

9.3/10

Cleanliness

8.9/10

Value for money

8.2/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.3/10

Pros

Excellent location

Clean environment

Comfy beds

Restaurant options

Cons

Small rooms

Tiny bathroom

Daniel from United Kingdom

Single

Deluxe Queen Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 29, 2026

7/10

decent stay with some minor issues

easy access public transit clean room helpful service leaking shower door mini fridge no mini fridge no toilet uncleaned toilet

the location had easy access. public transit options and shops were quite close to the hotel. the hotel room was very clean. the receptionists provided helpful service.

the shower door leaked water. there was no mini fridge in the room.

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Sawyer from United States

Couple

Deluxe Double Twin

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 23, 2026

6/10

small room missing fridge

the attached restaurant colette was excellent.

the room i occupied was notably small. i found it difficult to navigate the limited space. furthermore, the lack of a mini fridge in the room was inconvenient.

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John from United Kingdom

Single

deluxe double twin

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 22, 2026

6/10

decent location but rooms are tight

small room missing fridge

the room felt smaller than expected. i had difficulty moving around, especially with luggage. also, the lack of a fridge was inconvenient. i needed to store some leftovers and drinks, but i couldn't. this limitation reduced the overall comfort.

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Ethan from United Kingdom

Business traveller

king room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 05, 2026

6/10

empty minibar inadequate table

The minibar was not stocked. it is unusual to have a minibar that has nothing in it. i also found the lack of a proper desk inconvenient. I need to work and the small table was not adequate.

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Aiden from Ireland

Single

Deluxe Queen Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 22, 2025

9.0/10

Excellent Location and Functional Rooms

convenient location comfortable couches complimentary water capsule coffee

The location is excellent, very close to the T station and shops. The business center offered wifi, restrooms, comfortable couches. water, tea, and coffee. The hotel provides water bottles and new coffee capsules daily. I found a microwave and ice machine available in a designated area.

The shower door did not prevent water from leaking onto the floor.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel has a business center that features wifi, restrooms and comfortable seating. There is a designated area equipped with a microwave, an ice machine, and coffee capsules. Valet parking is available .

Location

10/10

The hotel is situated right on Massachusetts Avenue, near several stores. It is within walking distance of Harvard University, about a kilometer away. The hotel is close to the T station, providing easy access to downtown.

Dining

8/10

There is a restaurant adjacent to the entrance of the hotel. The hotel's bar and restaurant provide convenient dining options. Many restaurants and cafes are available in the local area near the hotel.

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Nicholas from United Kingdom

Single

King Room

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: November 07, 2025

8.8/10

easy access and clean spaces

nearby restaurants convenient location luggage storage good wifi

i found the metro station just a block away. i could easily visit various locations. the hotel offered luggage storage for my convenience. the provided wifi worked very well throughout my stay.

i noticed that the shower door leaked a little bit, however housekeeping was fast to address it.

Location

9/10

the hotel is conveniently located near public transportation providing easy access to explore the area there are many restaurants available nearby offering various dining options to enjoy

Facilities

9/10

the hotel features a restaurant offering both indoor and outdoor seating the hotel provides valet parking services arriving by car i found the staff helpful with local transport information

Dining

8/10

a restaurant is located at the front of the hotel it features outdoor seating availability is subject to the season i saw menu selections catered to varied tastes

Service

9/10

the receptionist was very helpful upon check-in staff readily offered information regarding local attractions the staff promptly addressed my inquiries regarding transportation options in the area

Rooms

9/10

the room included nice linens i had access to a tv the rooms had modern design i saw the hotel maintained cleanliness in the rooms

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christina from united kingdom

Business traveller

queen suite

4 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: October 19, 2025

9/10