What's it like in Central Square?

Central Square is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options and sporting events. Are you looking for Central Square travel tips? Be sure to check out Central Square Theatre and Le Meridien Cambridge-MIT while you're in the neighborhood.

What's the best accommodation in Central Square?

Based on our traveler data, Lark Hotels 907 Main is one of the top choices for your stay in Central Square. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi.

How many hotels are there in the Central Square area?

Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodations in Central Square to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cambridge area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Central Square.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central Square?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Central Square, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do in this Cambridge neighborhood?

Central Square Theatre, Le Meridien Cambridge-MIT, and The Mad Monkfish are just a few attractions to check out in Central Square. The Phoenix Landing and Middle East Corner are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Favorite places to visit in the surrounding area include Fenway Park, Harvard Square, and Copley Square. TD Garden and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cambridge.

How can I get around Central Square and the greater Cambridge area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Central Square Station is the closest metro station.

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Our top choices for Central Square hotels

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

1. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Central Square

Margarita De

AED 1,029 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

2. Lark Hotels 907 Main

Central Square

Lorena

AED 785 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square

Saffet

AED 1,083 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

4. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2 km from Central Square

Mary

AED 817 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with a city view, bar stools, and a bar counter.

5. citizenM Boston Back Bay

2.3 km from Central Square

Russell

AED 958 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of Fenway Park.

6. Hotel Commonwealth

2 km from Central Square

Timothy

AED 1,376 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

7. Porter Square Hotel

Porter Square, 3 km from Central Square

Gerardo

AED 844 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A grand lobby with a chandelier, marble flooring, and a staircase leading to a door.

8. The Eliot Hotel

2.2 km from Central Square

Peter

AED 1,453 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern interior with a central dining area, seating arrangements, and a view through large windows.

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Back Bay/Fenway

2.2 km from Central Square

raven

AED 1,621 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar with two drinks, a candle, and a cityscape view at dusk.

10. The Royal Sonesta Boston

East Cambridge, 2.2 km from Central Square

Kathleen

AED 958 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel room with a geometric patterned floor, a brown leather sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with a lamp.

11. Arcadian Hotel

2.7 km from Central Square

Steven

AED 806 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a television.

12. The Lenox Hotel Boston

2.6 km from Central Square

Juan

AED 1,675 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A building with a brick facade partially covered in green ivy.

13. Copley House

3 km from Central Square

Ian

AED 1,108 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

The exterior of the Harborside Inn Boutique Hotel with a glass entrance, numbered room 185, and two large potted plants at the entrance.

14. Harborside Inn Of Boston

4.1 km from Central Square

Lydia

AED 1,036 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

15. Hotel 1868

Porter Square, 2.9 km from Central Square

peter

AED 974 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel with a pool area, multiple rooms with beds, and a view of the pool.

16. The Verb Hotel

2.3 km from Central Square

Vincent

AED 1,014 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

17. Iris Hotel Boston

3.2 km from Central Square

Allison

AED 1,059 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

18. citizenM Boston North Station

3.3 km from Central Square

Catanna

AED 958 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of a cityscape with a bridge.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

3.5 km from Central Square

Steve

AED 1,288 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and chairs.

20. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

5.7 km from Central Square

Darryl

AED 834 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Where to stay in Central Square

Find the best Central Square areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Quincy Market with an American flag, historic buildings, and a clock tower in the background.

Downtown Boston

Densely packed with highrise buildings, this area boasts landmarks like Custom House Tower and is close to Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, and the Old State House. Find headquarters of major banks, hotels, and investment firms here.

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A historic church with a large central tower and multiple spires, surrounded by modern buildings and a public square with people and greenery.

Back Bay

Victorian brownstone homes and cultural institutions like the Boston Public Library define this area. Shop at Newbury Street, Prudential Center, and Copley Place, or explore sights like Trinity Church and the John Hancock Tower.

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A waterfront with a large white cruise ship docked, a building with a green dome, and a blue banner.

Seaport District

Experience a transformed industrial area with office towers, innovation labs, and 78 restaurants. Visit the Institute of Contemporary Art and easily access Downtown Boston via the Evelyn Moakley Bridge.

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A red brick building with a white entrance and a stone wall with a number 81.

Beacon Hill

Historic Federal-style rowhouses, gaslit streets, and brick sidewalks create a charming atmosphere. Explore the Boston African American National Historic Site, shop on Charles Street, and easily access MBTA stations.

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A statue of a man on horseback in a park with trees, a clock tower, and brick buildings in the background.

North End

Indulge in Italian cuisine at numerous restaurants and bakeries, explore historic sites like Old North Church and Paul Revere House, and enjoy performances at NEMPAC and Improv Asylum Theater. Easily accessible via MBTA lines, buses, and ferries.

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