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Ginkgo House on Harvard

3.0 star property
Inn within easy reach of Harvard University

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Microwave, oven, stovetop, toaster oven
Front of property
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Experience the charm of Cambridge at Ginkgo House on Harvard, near Harvard Square and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Unwind in the garden or connect to WiFi from the comfort of your room. Outdoor furniture and barbecue grills are available for a relaxing retreat.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Picnic area
  • Gas grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Gas grill(s)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
The current price is R3 447
R3 945 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun

Room options

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Doble Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room With Share Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
288 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA, 02139

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Boston University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Fenway Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Copley Square - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 23 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 34 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 38 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 41 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 74 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 6 min drive
  • Ball Square Station - 7 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 19 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 8 min walk
  • Harvard Square Station - 15 min walk
  • Kendall-MIT Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapporo Ramen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Brooklyn Bagel Factory - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Nero - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Waypoint - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Ginkgo House on Harvard

Ginkgo House on Harvard puts you just a 5-minute drive from Harvard University and Harvard Square. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and wired internet. Also, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is close by: Central Square Station is just 8 minutes by foot.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Gas grills

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and free wired internet

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number C0344430491

Also known as

Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn
Ginkgo House on Harvard Cambridge
Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

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

What is there to do at Ginkgo House on Harvard and nearby?

Ginkgo House on Harvard has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Ginkgo House on Harvard like?

Ginkgo House on Harvard is a short 8-minute walk from Central Square Station and 13 minutes' walk from Harvard University.

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Ginkgo House on Harvard Reviews

Reviews

9,8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9,2/10

Amenities

9,8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9,2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

wonderful place and very welcoming.
3-night trip

8/10

The Ginkgo House is a lovely option for those seeking a cozy and beautiful stay over a standard hotel. They have various room options so make sure you select the best fit for you.
2-night trip

10/10

Highly recommend for a clean, comfortable and atmospheric stay in a historic Boston house. Easy, online check in and out. A great value!
2-night trip

10/10

Quiet, clean, great location and friendly staff!
3-night trip

10/10

The house was so comfortable!! And the staff was super friendly! Would highly recommend
1-night trip

10/10

The inn was walking distance to Harvard and local restaurants and markets. It was very clean and peaceful and the staff was friendly and helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

Our stay last President’s Day weekend at Ginkgo House exceeded beyond our expectations. It is very clean, organized and quiet place to relax and enjoy. A big plus is that it is walkable to all the areas we need to go to and restaurants are nearby. Nancy was one of the best staff and she made us feel so comfortable. We felt like we are so much closer to home because of her hospitality, we will definitely return.
3-night trip

10/10

Great place to lay your head in a quiet serene environment.
1-night trip

10/10

Safe and comfortable
2-night trip

10/10

Clean, walking distance from Harvard University, quiet and safe neighborhood!
4-night trip

10/10

For us, the location was perfect as it was a five minute walk in a very safe neighborhood to our daughter's apartment. The owner was very friendly and connected well with us, explaining the door lock mechanism and inquiring about our grandkids. Our room was clean, comfortable, and bright. The room was made up each day of our stay. New towels and water bottles were provided without having to request them. Hubby's only disappointment was the lack of a TV in our room. I definitely would reserve at Ginkgo House again.
3-night trip

10/10

Cozy, peaceful and staff member, Nancy was very helpful.
1-night trip

10/10

Close to Central and Inman squares. Quiet neighborhood. The terrace looks like it would be nice if it wasn't 15 degrees. Appreciate the kitchen access and on site parking.
1-night trip

10/10

I love a soft feeling of this place and can't wait to come back in a few months.
3-night trip

10/10

Lovely quiet boutique hotel in Cambridge—I was met with a warm welcome.
1-night trip

10/10

When I arrived, everything was really well. Nancy was there to greet me and it was an excellent stay.
4-night trip

10/10

Clean and friendly
1-night trip

10/10

Friendly management.

10/10

I find myself staying at Ginkgo House anytime I'm in the Boston/Harvard area. The house is always so clean and the staff so friendly. It's always so beautiful no matter what yime of year when visiting. I will be coming back.
3-night trip

10/10

Owners super kind and very accommodating. Space was clean, quiet, and in a super convenient spot. Was able to get to Boston by train with the train stop being only an 8 minute walk away. Will be coming back with my family one day. 10/10 recommend. Thank you for an amazing experience!
2-night trip

8/10

Well maintained property in a convenient but quiet neighborhood. Nicely kept interior, very clean. A bit poor sound proof so it gets noisy if someone talks or walks.
1-night trip

10/10

Had a lovely stay at the Ginkgo House with the owners being very friendly and helpful. The House is well laid out and I appreciated the kitchen and cozy dining room. My room was simple but very comfortable. I didn’t realize it was a shared bathroom until I arrived but even though there were other guests, there was never a time when the bathroom was occupied (so it was totally fine). The location is super quiet in a great neighborhood that is walkable to coffee shops, restaurants, etc….
2-night trip

6/10

Too many rules, lack of modern conveniences (ie TV), old
1-night trip

8/10

The property is very attractive and the staff is attentive, but the walls are very thin and you hear everything in the next room. My stay was marred by a neighbor who coughed nonstop day and night. If privacy or silence is important to you, this place might not be for you.
2-night trip

10/10

This property was a wonderful surprise! We were making a connecting flight in Boston, but our plane was late and we missed our flight. We could not get a flight for 2 days and just needed a place to stay. When we booked Gingko House we had no idea where we would be or what it would be like. We were pleasantly surprised and everything about was perfect! We would def stay there again if ever in Boston. The staff were so helpful and nice and the entire house and our room were extremely clean and comfortable. Thank you Gingko House for turning our bad situation into a great experience.
2-night trip