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Irving House At Harvard

3.0 star property
Colonial B&B within easy reach of Harvard University

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Front of property
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
In the heart of Harvard Square, Irving House At Harvard offers a warm and welcoming retreat. Savor local flavors at breakfast, unwind in the garden or on the terrace, and stay connected with WiFi. Guests rave about this eco-certified B&B's helpful staff and delicious breakfast.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Washer/dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
The current price is R3 479
R3 982 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harvard Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Boston University - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Fenway Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 25 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 29 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 34 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 34 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 42 min drive
  • Ball Square Station - 6 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 6 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 21 min walk
  • Harvard Square Station - 11 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 19 min walk
  • Porter Square Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatte Bakery & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪J.P. Licks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Clover Food Lab - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Northwest Science Building - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Queens Head Pub - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Irving House At Harvard

Irving House At Harvard offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Harvard University and Harvard Square. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi and local cuisine breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Other highlights at this eco-certified bed & breakfast include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Harvard Square Station is 11 minutes away.

Languages

Bulgarian, Czech, English, French, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 44 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1893
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Colonial architecture

Accessibility

  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
State tax ID - C0015050490
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

Harvard Irving House
Irving House
Irving House Harvard
Irving House Harvard B&B
Irving House Harvard B&B Cambridge
Irving House Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Hotel Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Does Irving House At Harvard offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Irving House At Harvard 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 Irving House At Harvard?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Irving House At Harvard?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Irving House At Harvard.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Irving House At Harvard?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Irving House At Harvard?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Irving House At Harvard and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Irving House At Harvard also has a garden.

What's the area around Irving House At Harvard like?

Irving House At Harvard is in Mid-Cambridge, a short 4-minute walk from Harvard University and 11 minutes' walk from Harvard Square. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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Irving House At Harvard Reviews

Reviews

8,8

Excellent

9,2/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

8,4/10

Amenities

8,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Breakfast
Service staff
Room
Location
Parking
Bathroom
Bed
Elevator
Walking
Ambience

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a huge array of organic options and a lovely spread. (71 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

8/10

Excellent for one night stay when speaking at a conference and you will have little, if any time in the actual room.
1-night trip

8/10

Great location and comfortable stay.
2-night trip

8/10

A fine stay. European flavor. No elevator. Rooms with private bath appear to be on the 4th floor. Was clean and breakfast was lovely. It’s a small room but I was spending one night and it was half the price of the name brand hotels.
1-night trip

8/10

Right next to Harvard and easy to get around by public transport. Breakfast was fine, but not great. The beds were old, but I saw them replacing some beds just as I was checking out. I was there for the Boston marathon I understand an increase in price for the occasion, but $370/night for this place was outrageous.
2-night trip

10/10

This is a cozy, somewhat old fashioned B&B -- no elevator, lots of stairs. The location is great for Harvard campus, and the breakfast (included) is an excellent bonus. Amenities include a good supply of magazines, newspapers, and books for guests' use.
3-night trip

8/10

Good place
4-night trip

10/10

Great stay!
2-night trip

8/10

Excellent location. Breakfast (complimentary) was outstanding
1-night trip

10/10

Good bed&breakfast hotel.
1-night trip

10/10

Clean basic accommodation in Cambridge. Walking distance to Harvard.
2-night trip

10/10

Really enjoy staying at this very well-situated location. Superb service and little extras. Breakfast, parking, newspapers, magazines, books and cookies all included!
1-night trip

10/10

Irving House was a great location to access Harvard and Cambridge. The breakfast and room were comfortable and enjoyable.
4-night trip

10/10

Wonderful stay and the staff were amazing!
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice bed and breakfast type hotel. Breakfast was very good and convenient. Room clean and comfortable. Easy walk to Harvard campus and houses. Also easy walk to subway station via Harvard campus.
3-night trip

10/10

Perfect location for enjoying a visit to Harvard
1-night trip

10/10

Comfortable and convenient
3-night trip

10/10

Great place and price.
1-night trip

10/10

Convenient, quiet, friendly property! Great stay!
2-night trip

10/10

The staff were friendly and we enjoyed our stay.
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place near good dining and sites.
1-night trip

10/10

Very nice place, well run, pleasant, excellent breakfast buffet, walking distance to Harvard Yard and Harvard Square
2-night trip

10/10

We have been staying at the Irvinv House since our daughter was accepted at Harvard in 2012.
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay.
2-night trip

10/10

very good atmosphere...
2-night trip

10/10

Great breakfast and firm comfortable bed. I’m a repeat guest at Irving House.
1-night trip