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The Charles Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 3 restaurants, near Harvard University

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Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages
In the heart of Cambridge, The Charles Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with a spa that serves up sports massages and body wraps. Unwind at one of the 3 on-site restaurants or explore nearby Fenway Park and Hynes Convention Center. Enjoy car rentals on site, free in-room WiFi, and helpful staff who make your stay unforgettable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour business center
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Limo/town car service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $238
$276 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Why we love this property

Spa sanctuary
The hotel's full-service spa offers daily treatments, including massages and facials. Deep soaking bathtubs await after a workout in the 24-hour gym.
Luxury river views
Located in the city center's historical district, this boutique luxury hotel offers serene river views. A perfect blend of elegance and heritage.
Dining trio
This hotel boasts 3 restaurants and 3 bars with American cuisine and al fresco options. Cooked-to-order breakfast starts each morning on a perfect note.

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed (Fellows)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Deans) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite (Deans)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 1 King Bed (Chancellors)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway on request) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway on request)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Studio, Kitchenette

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2021
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Fellows King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Ada Accessible 1 King

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Ada Accessible 2 Doubles

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deans Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Chancellor King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Fellows Suite / Rollaway On Request)

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

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One Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harvard Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fenway Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Boston Common - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • TD Garden - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 24 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 28 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 31 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 40 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 5 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 6 min drive
  • Ball Square Station - 6 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 5 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 23 min walk
  • Porter Square Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Henrietta's Table - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flour Bakery + Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Charles Hotel

When you stay at The Charles Hotel, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Harvard University and Harvard Square. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis, and Henrietta's Table, one of 3 restaurants, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is close by: Harvard Square Station is just 5 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 303 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 50.00 per day)
    • Covered onsite valet parking (USD 55.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 18 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference space (17997 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1985
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 40
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Henrietta's Table - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Noir Bar - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Bar Enza - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Regattabar Jazz Club - This bar specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Pronto - This bistro specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 40 for adults, and USD 10 to 40 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 50.00 per day
  • Covered valet parking costs USD 55.00 per night with in/out privileges

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID - C0015240490
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Charles Cambridge
Charles Hotel
Charles Hotel Cambridge
Hotel Charles
The Charles Hotel Hotel
The Charles Hotel Cambridge
The Charles Hotel Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Does The Charles Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Charles Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Charles Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Charles Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 50.00 per day. Valet parking costs USD 55.00 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Charles Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Charles Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (9-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Charles Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as 3 bars and a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near The Charles Hotel?

Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and American cuisine.

Does The Charles Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?

Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.

What's the area around The Charles Hotel like?

The Charles Hotel is located by the river in West Cambridge, a short 5-minute walk from Harvard Square Station and 2 minutes' walk from Harvard University. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Charles Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
Restaurant
Bed
Food
Car
Breakfast
Parking
Lobby

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurants, including Henrietta's Table, offer excellent dining options with great food and attentive staff. (10 reviews)
  • The property has a well-equipped and modern gym for a great workout. (4 reviews)
  • Parking was extremely convenient and easily accessible. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and really comfy beds!
Shannon, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and room with excellent staff.
VICTORIA, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Unique hotel, very nice!
Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is professional, polite, helpful and attentive. The parking is extremely convenient and easy and the facility and restaurants were always excellent.
Derek, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Ramnath, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Bo Jens, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazingly helpful with all requests.
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was by far the nicest in Cambridge. The room was large and very comfortable. Staff was excellent.
susanne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. Staff was pleasant. Walkable to Harvard stadiums and plenty of restaurants and shops.
Sonya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

well located if one is going to meetings at Harvard or Harvard Business School
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location

Location is excellent. Staff is attentive. Only drawback is that the water pressure in the shower is low and does not come with a hand held shower head. The pillows are so light weight and I had to ask for extra firm pillows.
Joanna, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place at unbeatable location.
Yu-jung, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable place to stay!
kirsten, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay
jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

fabulous stay!
Rhonda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is great for enjoying much of the area.
Alice, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice property, with three restaurants and a well-equipped gym minutes away from Harvard square. Rooms are clean and specious with mirror TV in the bathroom. The only reason I don’t rated the hotel 5 star is that it doesn’t have a mini fridge and instead it has a mini bar which doesn’t keep the perishables cold enough.
Emineh, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I came for the Boston Calling Festival with my boyfriend and loved the convenience of walking to the hotel. The next morning we enjoyed breakfast at Henrietta’s together. We then spent a lovely day walking around Boston and Cambridge the next day before heading back to the hotel for the night. Leaving this morning was bittersweet. I will plan to come again and have recommended this hotel to my friends.
Kimberly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Carla, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and accommodating staff, clean rooms, the area is good, charming and pleasant rooms
Dr. Eve, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great hotel. Excellent location
Jonathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All good
Tsakhi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was excellent as always. Love Harvard Square and the area around there. A little more pricey than I would expect for the amenities.
George D., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very helpful and friendly. I did not wait long to check in or out. The location of the hotel is unbeatable. I will not stay anywhere else when I am visiting my children
Christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, front desk was extremely helpful. easy walk to restaurants, Harvard.
Ana Melissa, 4-night trip