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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 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.

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

1. Cambridge Common House

West Cambridge, 0.4 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Omolola

SAR 782

SAR 894 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A vending machine stocked with beverages in a wooden interior setting.

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

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

1.2 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Mary

SAR 687

SAR 768 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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.

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

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

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square, 1.6 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Saffet

SAR 925

SAR 1,059 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a white armchair, and a coffee table. There are framed botanical illustrations on the wall and a large window with hanging glass terrariums.

A hotel with a large glass facade, a visible entrance, and a mailbox on the sidewalk.

A modern lounge area with wooden panel walls, two grey upholstered chairs, a round wooden table with decorative items, and a floor lamp.

A modern lounge area with a brick wall, wooden paneling, and a mix of seating options including a sofa, armchairs, and ottomans.

4. Hotel 1868

Porter Square, 1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Brenda Elizabeth

SAR 584

SAR 678 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

5. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Kendall Square, 3.2 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Fiona

SAR 956

SAR 1,235 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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, 2.4 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Erica

SAR 650

SAR 754 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A plate of pancakes with butter, syrup, and jam.

The Charles Hotel with outdoor seating and a garden area.

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

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a glass door.

7. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.8 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Andre

SAR 1,153

SAR 1,337 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

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.

8. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

1.7 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Emily

SAR 812

SAR 1,098 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A brick building with a sign reading "Residence Inn by Marriott".

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."

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 3.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Michael

SAR 732

SAR 979 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and large windows with curtains.

A modern building with a courtyard, benches, and flower beds.

A restaurant with high ceilings, chandeliers, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

10. Porter Square Hotel

Porter Square, 1.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Gerardo

SAR 612

SAR 709 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign reading "DoubleTree Suites by Hilton," and a waterfront view.

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

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

11. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

2.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Darrell

SAR 583

SAR 679 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

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

12. Beacon Suites Hotel

0.8 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Keith

SAR 808

SAR 903 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

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.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and illuminated by lanterns.

13. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

MIT, 3 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Dawn

SAR 504

SAR 697 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A modern restaurant with round tables and blue chairs, featuring a chandelier and a large abstract painting on the wall.

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

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

14. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.4 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Elizabeth

SAR 922

SAR 1,069 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A breakfast buffet with various food items and beverages.

A sign for Irving House Bed & Breakfast with a number 24 on it, surrounded by colorful tulips.

15. Irving House At Harvard

Mid-Cambridge, 0.8 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Ellen

SAR 769

SAR 880 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a yellow armchair, a grey sofa with colorful cushions, and a large artwork depicting a person rowing a boat.

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

16. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Central Square, 2.5 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Margarita De

SAR 785

SAR 1,019 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

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

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

17. Hotel Veritas

Mid-Cambridge, 1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Mike

SAR 909

SAR 1,040 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, dark wood paneling, and contemporary furniture.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

18. AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

North Cambridge, 3.2 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Margaret

SAR 571

SAR 662 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A conference room with multiple tables, chairs, and a large screen displaying Courtyard Marriott Boston Cambridge.

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

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Cambridgeport, 2.3 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Bambi

SAR 624

SAR 863 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a blue-lit canopy and a visible American flag.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a counter with snacks.

A modern coffee shop with seating, a television, and a coffee display.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a kitchen area in the background.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

East Cambridge, 3.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Daniel

SAR 567

SAR 649 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Graduate School of Design

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambridge Common House	10.0 Exceptional 51 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Ginkgo House on Harvard	9.8 Exceptional 85 reviews	View
Hotel 1868	9.6 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Lark Hotels 907 Main	9.4 Exceptional 334 reviews	View

Top Harvard Graduate School of Design Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel..great location, right on the water. It feels like a real getaway!"

The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is very good, some staff members are rude"

Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"The room was clean, carpeted public areas need new carpets, they are stained. Breakfast is super basic. Overall the location was good for me, a two mile walk from destination."

Harvard Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location with a pleasant room. Just stayed one night but would choose this hotel again if in the area."

Irving House At Harvard

10/10 Excellent

"Great location near Harvard. Short walk to the T line and convenient to restaurants and shops. Loved the breakfast and the cookies set out by the front desk each day. Everyone who worked there was pleasant and helpful. Check in and check out was very easy. We would definitely stay there again."

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A large red brick building with a central entrance and a triangular pediment.

Harvard Museum of Natural History

9.0/10 (199 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Harvard Museum of Natural History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Harvard Law School

9.0/10 (185 reviews)

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Cambridge Common

10.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Cambridge with a stop at Cambridge Common. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments

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Maud Morgan Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Maud Morgan Arts Center during your stay in Cambridge.

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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 Graduate School of Design?

Harvard Graduate School of Design is located in a vibrant area of Cambridge known for its beautiful river views and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 76 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Harvard Graduate School of Design?

Adjacent to Harvard Graduate School of Design, Sheraton Commander Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices close by include The Charles Hotel and Cambridge Common House.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Harvard Graduate School of Design?

Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Harvard Graduate School of Design.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Harvard Graduate School of Design, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Harvard Graduate School of Design.

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What can I see and do near Harvard Graduate School of Design?

Harvard Museum of Natural History, Harvard Art Museums, and MIT Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Fenway Park, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and Massachusetts Hall are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at American Repertory Theater, Somerville Theatre, and Roadrunner-Boston.

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Our top choices for Harvard Graduate School of Design hotels

1. Cambridge Common House

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

4. Hotel 1868

5. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

6. Lark Hotels 907 Main

7. The Charles Hotel

8. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

10. Porter Square Hotel

11. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

12. Beacon Suites Hotel

13. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

14. Sheraton Commander Hotel

15. Irving House At Harvard

16. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

17. Hotel Veritas

18. AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

19. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Graduate School of Design

Top Harvard Graduate School of Design Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

Freepoint Hotel Cambridge, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Harvard Square Hotel

Irving House At Harvard

Other attractions near Harvard Graduate School of Design

Museum of Comparative Zoology

Harvard Museum of Natural History

Harvard Law School

Cambridge Common

Lizard Lounge

Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments

Maud Morgan Arts Center

Harvard Science Center

Frequently asked questions