The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square
The Charles Hotel in Harvard Square
Experience the charm of The Charles. The Charles Hotel is a proud member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts and a AAA Four Diamond award-winning hotel. Situated in the heart of Harvard Square, bordering the Harvard campus and a mere 10 minutes from downtown Boston's world-class attractions and Logan International Airport, our location is unparalleled. At The Charles Hotel, we pride ourselves on offering an understated, elegant charm that seamlessly combines with the warmth and ambiance of a New England home. Picture yourself in our inviting library, where you can savor a drink and engage in meaningful conversations with friends. Relax in one of our 303 well-appointed rooms, including 46 suites. What sets us apart is the dynamic atmosphere of thoughtful intellectual discourse and learning, which captivates both the young and old, the influential and the contemplative. We bring together the best of both worlds, blending our serious side with a touch of zany off-beat fun. From our captivating quilt collection to the soulful notes of jazz concerts and an eclectic restaurant inspired by the essence of a pig, our offerings are as diverse as they are delightful. At The Charles Hotel, we serve as a home-away-from-home for accomplished, esteemed guests visiting Boston or Harvard. We're their choice because we consistently meet their exceptionally high standards. We look forward to welcoming you! For those in search of exhilaration or relaxation, we offer our new state of the art Fitness Center and world-class spa and salon experience at Corbu, ensuring that our guests can unwind and rejuvenate. No pool, additional rooms - total 303, restaurant Bendetto now Bar Enza, new Hotel Fitness Center.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking on site
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- 4 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Maria
France“Great hotel, comfortable, with gym, several restaurants and sofa areas, next to Harvard Kennedy School. I was surprised however to note that their wifi network is unsecured (without password). Most company policies today don’t allow to be...” - James
United Arab Emirates“Comfort of the rooms and thoughtful touches, such as mirrors in the shower for shaving.” - Jane
United Kingdom“Location was great for Harvard and not too far from Boston central. Staff were very helpful and the restaurant was a lovely place for breakfast and dinner on the night we arrived. We also enjoyed the outside space for a drink in the evening just...” - Caron
Australia“Superb location in Harvard Square. Sophisticated peaceful ambience. Beautiful facilities, including 3 wonderful restaurants on site. Very welcoming and responsive staff.” - Kathryn
United States“Everything was great. Staff was extremely helpful and friendly!!!” - Robert United Kingdom“Excellent location. Comfortable rooms and great restaurant.”
- Karin United States“The staff was very helpful, and the location was perfect for us. Our double room was super comfortable and spotless - also very charmingly decorated. The whole hotel is well set up with good options for meeting others, food and just taking a break...”
Gertrude
Malta“Loved this charming hotel. Close to Harvard, the red line taking to downtown Boston and all amenities close by.”- Jo-ann Australia“Friendly staff, great dining options within the Hotel, comfortable beds and central location.”
- Osman United Kingdom“Very nicely designed and kept up; feels like a nice country house, not just another hotel.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants4 restaurants on site
- Henrietta's Table
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Bar Noir
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forCocktail hour
- AmbianceModern • Romantic
- Bar Enza
- CuisineItalian
- Open forDinner
- One Reason Garden Bar
- CuisineAmerican
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly
Facilities of The Charles Hotel in Harvard SquareGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular facilities
- Parking on site
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Spa and wellness centre
- 4 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
PetsPets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/performanceAdditional charge
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
InternetWired internet is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs US$50 per day.
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business facilities
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Car hire
- Packed lunches
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Accessibility
- Auditory guidance
- Visual aids: Tactile signs
- Visual aids: Braille
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Body treatments
- Hair styling
- Hair colouring
- Hair cut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Fitness centre
Languages spoken
- Mandarin
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Hindi
- Indonesian
- Serbian
- Filipino
- Chinese
House rulesThe Charles Hotel in Harvard Square takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
If the method of payment provided is from someone who is not staying in the room, a credit card authorisation form (sent via email) is required.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
