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Located in the Heart of Harvard Square

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Located in the Heart of Harvard Square

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Located in the Heart of Harvard Square

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Give Thanks & Give Back

This season, make your stay meaningful with our Give Thanks offer: enjoy 20% off select dates and help our community. For every room booked, we’ll donate $5 to the Greater Boston Food Bank to provide meals for those in need.

Book by December 31, 2024, for stays from November 17, 2024 - March 31, 2025.

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The Charles Hotel

America's
favorite City,
ideally Located

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The Smart Place To Stay

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Take an enthralling cosmopolitan city, add Ivy League institutions and a celebrated role in U.S. history, and you've got an undeniable cache of brains and beauty that only Boston and Cambridge can claim. You'll be in the middle of it all, wired and inspired in Cambridge's undeniable social center. Located in bustling Harvard Square, our doors open to sidewalk cafes, eclectic shops, indie bookstores, and the gorgeous Georgian and Colonial buildings that house them all.

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Adventure Awaits

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Harvard Happenings

Bookstores, Ivy League bustle, sidewalk cafes and eclectic shops, our front doors open to the charming Harvard Square. 

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Historic Cambridge

Cambridge's location, diversity and abundance of resources all contribute to the city's well known postion as a center of innovation - making it the place to be.

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Art & Museums

Get curious and discover special exhibits showcasing the natural world, science, and human cultures, or a face up for a day of exploring the exuberant arts and culture scene.

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Rooms

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Experience Our New Collection

deluxe Rooms

Traditional furnishings with a modern twist, here’s how New England lodges in luxury. Elegant, with a heightened Ivy League feel, all rooms are designed with the guests' comfort in mind and a timeless feel.

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Ivy League Indulgence

Suites

Influenced by art, nature, fashion, and travel, our suites showcase the rich history and charm of Cambridge and New England with modern design. Shaker style furniture and décor pay homage to the area's rich heritage and are emblematic of a welcoming home.

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Special Offers

Elevate Your Stay

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Preferred Suites

Receive Suite accommodations up to 30% off our best available rate when you stay 2 nights.

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Stay Longer and Save

The longer you stay, the more you save! Save up to 20% off.

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Advanced Purchase

Plan ahead and save. Enjoy up to 25% off your stay.

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Events

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Make Your Dream a Reality

Occasions

Whether you envision an intimate wedding ceremony in our courtyard, or a lively celebration in our ballroom, we'll work with you every step of the way to make your dream a reality.

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