The Best Hotels Closest to Harvard Art Museums in Boston for 2026

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A bedroom with a bed, a red chair, a small table with a book, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to an outdoor area.

A spiral staircase with wooden steps and a metal handrail, enclosed by a wooden frame and white walls.

A wooden cabinet with a handle, a window with a view of greenery, and a chair with a textured backrest.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf with decorative items.

1. Cambridge Common House

West Cambridge, 0.6 km from Harvard Art Museums

Jason

SAR 1,016

SAR 1,163 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern lounge area with a red sofa, bookshelves, a fireplace, and a bar area.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, spacious layout.

A restaurant with large windows, interior lighting, and seating arrangements.

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

1.2 km from Harvard Art Museums

Mary

SAR 898

SAR 1,003 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A row of blue townhouses with a porch and a sign for 'Boutique Inn'.

A garden pathway with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and greenery.

A garden pathway surrounded by lush greenery and a bird feeder.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a gas stove, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs. The room has wooden flooring and white walls.

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square, 0.9 km from Harvard Art Museums

Saffet

SAR 1,009

SAR 1,155 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern reception area with a large window, a reception desk, and a 'welcome' sign.

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a view through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a refrigerated display case, a wooden reception desk, and a wall-mounted shelf with various items.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and a built-in refrigerator.

4. Beacon Suites Hotel

1.4 km from Harvard Art Museums

Keith

SAR 742

SAR 829 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

The Charles Hotel with outdoor seating and a garden area.

A restaurant with a wooden table centerpiece, orchid plants, and a sign for Henrietta's Table.

A staircase with a modern design, featuring a combination of brick and wood elements, and a metal railing.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, bookshelves, a red sofa, and a coffee table.

5. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.7 km from Harvard Art Museums

David

SAR 1,329

SAR 1,541 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A building entrance with a doormat, large windows, and potted plants.

A modern room with large windows, a round table, and four chairs.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A round table with a teapot and biscuits by a window with a view of a building with a tower.

6. Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Port, 1.7 km from Harvard Art Museums

Lorena

SAR 955

SAR 1,107 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a comfortable sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern interior with a wooden slat wall, a reception desk, and a hanging light fixture.

7. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

1.3 km from Harvard Art Museums

Sara

SAR 1,147

SAR 1,488 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, two grey sofas, a round table with candles, and a coffee table with a blue vase.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and shelves with bottles.

A brick building with a covered entrance and signage for "Residence Inn by Marriott."

A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 2.4 km from Harvard Art Museums

Michelle

SAR 954

SAR 1,236 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A transparent dome structure with a metal framework, a glass floor, and a metal railing.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

A breakfast buffet with various fruits, pastries, and beverages.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a seating area with a coffee table.

9. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

1.6 km from Harvard Art Museums

Andrew

SAR 826

SAR 961 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a dining area.

A grand entrance with a wooden door, a staircase leading to a balcony, and a green armchair in the foyer.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city.

A spacious living area with a dining table set for four, a sofa, and a coffee table.

10. Charlesgate Suites

3.2 km from Harvard Art Museums

Ana

SAR 834

SAR 1,606 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A multi-story brick building with a central entrance, large windows, and a fire escape.

A modern kitchen with white countertops, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel trash can, and a visible exit sign.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

11. Symple Live

3.2 km from Harvard Art Museums

Erica

SAR 1,449

SAR 2,076 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a distinctive stepped design, featuring illuminated signage and a reflection in the water.

A spacious hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a staircase leading to an upper floor, and a view of the city skyline through large windows.

A dining area with a long wooden table set for six, large windows with a city view, and a view of a river.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa, a teal armchair, a small table with a plant, a bed, and a TV.

12. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

MIT, 2.4 km from Harvard Art Museums

Michael

SAR 793

SAR 1,032 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a statue, and a brick building with windows.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and chandeliers.

A banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and a central chandelier.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, classical columns, and a chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs, and a bar area in the background.

13. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.8 km from Harvard Art Museums

Elizabeth

SAR 1,273

SAR 1,476 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A two-story building with a sign reading "Irving House Bed & Breakfast".

A bulletin board with postcards and a potted plant.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages.

A cozy living room with a wooden coffee table, a blue armchair, a red sofa, and a patterned rug.

14. Irving House At Harvard

Mid-Cambridge, 0.3 km from Harvard Art Museums

Alejandra

SAR 1,183

SAR 1,354 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A multi-story building with a well-maintained lawn and a gated entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a small table with flowers.

A multi-story building with a "HOTEL" sign, a "ONE WAY" street sign, and a "DO NOT ENTER" sign.

15. Hotel Veritas

Mid-Cambridge, 0.3 km from Harvard Art Museums

Alexander

SAR 1,213

SAR 1,388 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio area with multiple tables and chairs, string lights, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern dining area with wooden tables, leather seating, and a wall of decorative plates.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a desk with a television, and a large window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Meridian' sign, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

16. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Central Square, 1.8 km from Harvard Art Museums

Margarita De

SAR 928

SAR 1,184 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A high-rise building with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a body of water in the foreground.

A modern lobby with teal chairs, a reception desk, a staircase, and a TV screen.

A buffet setup with various food items and a large screen in the background.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Cambridgeport, 1.7 km from Harvard Art Museums

Alexander

SAR 757

SAR 1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, glass walls, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A breakfast table with waffles, a glass of orange juice, and a pitcher of coffee.

A modern bar area with a long counter, hanging pendant lights, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A corridor with modern architecture, large windows, and seating areas.

18. Boston Marriott Cambridge

Kendall Square, 2.6 km from Harvard Art Museums

Victoria

SAR 1,145

SAR 1,328 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A Hampton Inn hotel with a prominent red neon sign, brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a sign reading "WELCOME TO THE PATRIOT STATE," and a map of the state on the wall.

A seating area with a blue sofa, two round tables, and four chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a lamp.

19. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

East Cambridge, 2.9 km from Harvard Art Museums

Arti

SAR 1,015

SAR 1,177 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern room with orange and purple chairs, a white round table, and a colorful abstract mural on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a glass coffee table. There is a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel with a unique geometric facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

20. Studio Allston Hotel

2.2 km from Harvard Art Museums

Adam

SAR 822

SAR 1,111 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Art Museums

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambridge Common House	10.0 Exceptional 44 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	9.8 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Ginkgo House on Harvard	9.8 Exceptional 82 reviews	View
Beacon Suites Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 94 reviews	View
The Charles Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Harvard Art Museums Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly and helpful staff, they let us check in early and check out later due to the northeastern storms. Very happy with our stay."

citizenM Boston Back Bay

8/10 Good

"Had very short stay at citizenM due to late check-in! Hotel had a very boutique style which I liked. Room was both clean and very functional...only complaint was lack of an opener for water bottles. Moreover, it would be helpful if you had parking garage validation."

Lark Hotels 907 Main

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, very clean and bright and close to transit and restaurants. Highly recommended!"

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was excellent"

The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

Hotel Veritas

8/10 Good

"Street noise from next door burger joint was loud well after midnight on the weekend. Understaffed. One front desk person frequently gone doing things."

Harvard Square Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great location. Limited parking"

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, great staff, excellent lobby with places to sit or work and a restaurant. Combined with the great location, can't be beat!"

Porter Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, close the Porter subway station, great pub next door...made for an excellent home base on a vacation adventure to Boston."

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Arthur M Sackler Museum

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Busch Reisinger Museum

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Sanders Theater

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Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre

10.0/10 (1 review)

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John Harvard Statue

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Harvard Science Center

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Harvard Art Museums?

Harvard Art Museums is located in a vibrant area of Cambridge known for its beautiful river views and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 146 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Harvard Art Museums?

Adjacent to Harvard Art Museums, Hotel Veritas is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a cafe and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include The Charles Hotel and Irving House At Harvard.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Harvard Art Museums?

Expedia has 146 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Harvard Art Museums.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Harvard Art Museums, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Harvard Art Museums.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Harvard Art Museums?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Harvard Art Museums, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Harvard Art Museums?

Harvard Museum of Natural History, MIT Museum, and Museum of Science feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Fenway Park, Massachusetts Hall, and Tufts University are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at Somerville Theatre, Roadrunner-Boston, and House of Blues Boston.

How can I get to Harvard Art Museums?

Make your way to Harvard Square Station for metro transit. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for Harvard Art Museums hotels

1. Cambridge Common House

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

4. Beacon Suites Hotel

5. The Charles Hotel

6. Lark Hotels 907 Main

7. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

8. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

9. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

10. Charlesgate Suites

11. Symple Live

12. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

13. Sheraton Commander Hotel

14. Irving House At Harvard

15. Hotel Veritas

16. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

17. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

18. Boston Marriott Cambridge

19. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

20. Studio Allston Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Art Museums

Top Harvard Art Museums Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

citizenM Boston Back Bay

Lark Hotels 907 Main

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

Hotel Veritas

Harvard Square Hotel

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

Porter Square Hotel

Other attractions near Harvard Art Museums

Memorial Hall

Fogg Museum

Arthur M Sackler Museum

Busch Reisinger Museum

Sanders Theater

Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre

John Harvard Statue

Harvard Science Center

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