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 Middle East Downstairs 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 64 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?

Middle East Downstairs, 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 Encore Boston Harbor 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.

Top Central Square Hotels

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Our top choices for Central Square hotels

1. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Central Square

Magdalena

AED 1,233 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

2. Lark Hotels 907 Main

Central Square

Lorena

AED 879 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

3. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square

Saffet

AED 1,118 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

4. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2 km from Central Square

Mary

AED 898 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

5. The Royal Sonesta Boston

East Cambridge, 2.2 km from Central Square

Kathleen

AED 831 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

6. The Verb Hotel

2.3 km from Central Square

Donald

AED 1,022 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

7. Hotel Commonwealth

2 km from Central Square

Lissa

AED 1,258 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Suite (The Arcadian) | Cribs (free), WiFi (free), individually furnished, bed sheets

8. Arcadian Hotel

2.7 km from Central Square

Steven

AED 977 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown Boston

4.8 km from Central Square

Jose

AED 816 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

10. citizenM Boston Back Bay

2.3 km from Central Square

Andrea Lyn

AED 1,065 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

11. Charlesmark Hotel

2.6 km from Central Square

Joseph

AED 717 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

12. Hotel 1868

Porter Square, 2.9 km from Central Square

Margaret

AED 700 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

13. Porter Square Hotel

Porter Square, 3 km from Central Square

Gerardo

AED 636 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

14. The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel

2.8 km from Central Square

Tara

AED 1,275 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

15. The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

2.9 km from Central Square

Kaitlyn

AED 869 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

16. Studio Allston Hotel

2.8 km from Central Square

Shannon

AED 1,108 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

17. Boston Marriott Copley Place

2.8 km from Central Square

Beatriz

AED 1,638 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

18. citizenM Boston North Station

3.3 km from Central Square

Samantha

AED 894 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

19. Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

5.8 km from Central Square

Maria Criselda

AED 1,151 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

20. Copley House

3 km from Central Square

Arunesh C

AED 652 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

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Where to stay in Central Square

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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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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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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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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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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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