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A bedroom with a bed, a red chair, a small table with a book, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to an outdoor area.

A wooden cabinet with a handle, a window with a view of greenery, and a chair with a textured backrest.

A reception area with a dark wood paneling, a reception desk, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spiral staircase with wooden steps and a metal handrail, enclosed by a wooden frame and white walls.

1. Cambridge Common House

West Cambridge, 0.4 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Jason

AED 1,029

AED 1,177 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, spacious layout.

A restaurant with large windows, interior lighting, and seating arrangements.

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

1.2 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Mary

AED 732

AED 817 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A hotel with a large glass facade, a visible entrance, and a mailbox on the sidewalk.

A modern gym with a curved brown leather bench, small round tables, and woven poufs.

A modern lounge area with a brick wall, wooden paneling, and a mix of seating options including a sofa, armchairs, and ottomans.

3. Hotel 1868

Porter Square, 1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

peter

AED 840

AED 974 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

4. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Kendall Square, 3.2 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Fiona

AED 909

AED 1,178 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A balcony with wicker chairs and a view of the cityscape.

A modern room with large windows, a round table, and four chairs.

A round table with a teapot and biscuits by a window with a view of a building with a tower.

5. Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Port, 2.4 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Lorena

AED 677

AED 785 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a comfortable sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A modern bathroom with a wooden console table, a mirror, a towel rack, and a small plant.

6. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

1.7 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Sara

AED 1,052

AED 1,374 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

The Charles Hotel with outdoor seating and a garden area.

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a glass door.

A restaurant with a wooden table centerpiece, orchid plants, and a sign for Henrietta's Table.

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, bookshelves, a red sofa, and a coffee table.

7. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.8 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

David

AED 1,152

AED 1,335 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern reception area with a large window, a reception desk, and a 'welcome' sign.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and a built-in refrigerator.

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a view through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a refrigerated display case, a wooden reception desk, and a wall-mounted shelf with various items.

8. Beacon Suites Hotel

0.8 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Keith

AED 839

AED 937 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, two grey sofas, a round table with candles, and a coffee table with a blue vase.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A brick building with a covered entrance and signage for "Residence Inn by Marriott."

A brick building with a sign reading "Residence Inn by Marriott".

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 3.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Michelle

AED 841

AED 1,103 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A transparent dome structure with a metal framework, a glass floor, and a metal railing.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign reading "DoubleTree Suites by Hilton," and a waterfront view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a seating area with a coffee table.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window.

10. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

2.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Andrew

AED 571

AED 665 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a statue, and a brick building with windows.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, classical columns, and a chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs, and a bar area in the background.

A banquet hall with round tables, chairs, and a central chandelier.

A modern restaurant with round tables and blue chairs, featuring a chandelier and a large abstract painting on the wall.

11. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge, 0.4 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Elizabeth

AED 1,090

AED 1,263 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a distinctive stepped design, featuring illuminated signage and a reflection in the water.

A dining area with a long wooden table set for six, large windows with a city view, and a view of a river.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a sofa, a teal armchair, a small table with a plant, a bed, and a TV.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and illuminated by lanterns.

12. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

MIT, 3 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Michael

AED 527

AED 720 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern dining area with wooden tables, leather seating, and a wall of decorative plates.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Meridian' sign, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a desk with a television, and a large window with curtains.

13. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Central Square, 2.5 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Margarita De

AED 796

AED 1,029 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A multi-story building with a well-maintained lawn and a gated entrance.

A multi-story building with a "HOTEL" sign, a "ONE WAY" street sign, and a "DO NOT ENTER" sign.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

14. Hotel Veritas

Mid-Cambridge, 1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Alexander

AED 988

AED 1,131 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature, adjacent to a modern building with large windows.

A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, dark wood paneling, and contemporary furniture.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a chandelier.

A modern breakfast buffet with a marble island, glass display cases, and a variety of food and drink options.

15. AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

North Cambridge, 3.2 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Jaclyn

AED 637

AED 739 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet with various food items including fruits, cheeses, and vegetables.

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating area, and a pergola structure.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a small side table.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two blue sofas, and a coffee table with a sculpture.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston/Cambridge-Arlington, MA

North Cambridge, 2.9 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Denise

AED 887

AED 991 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A conference room with multiple tables, chairs, and a large screen displaying Courtyard Marriott Boston Cambridge.

A buffet setup with various food items and a large screen in the background.

A high-rise building with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a body of water in the foreground.

17. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Cambridgeport, 2.3 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Alexander

AED 676

AED 920 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a blue-lit canopy and a visible American flag.

A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a wall-mounted sign, and a counter with snacks.

A modern coffee shop with seating, a television, and a coffee display.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

East Cambridge, 3.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Daniel

AED 643

AED 736 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a glass coffee table. There is a flat-screen TV, a potted plant, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A modern hotel with a unique geometric facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

19. Studio Allston Hotel

2.2 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Adam

AED 559

AED 800 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A pool area with green pillars, a sofa, and a lounge chair.

A tall ship docked at a harbor with a prominent monument in the background.

A Holiday Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

20. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

3.1 km from Harvard Graduate School of Design

Xavier

AED 694

AED 775 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Harvard Graduate School of Design

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambridge Common House	10.0 Exceptional 44 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	9.8 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Hotel 1868	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse	9.6 Exceptional 1,013 reviews	View
Lark Hotels 907 Main	9.4 Exceptional 309 reviews	View

Top Harvard Graduate School of Design Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff"

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

8/10 Good

"Convenient location to Trader Joe's for snacks. Staff were very accommodating, restaurant was good!"

Brand New LUX-2 Level Living•Harvard•MIT•Subway•Cambridge• 2 Parkings +Garage

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great, the location is very convenient and the house is very spacious."

Lark Hotels 907 Main

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient and well-designed place at outstanding location"

Studio Allston Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was a good location for what we were looking for. We had one night in Boston then were heading north to Maine. The parking lot was great for our rental car then we uber’ed from the hotel to make it easier. We wanted to visit Harvard campus which this was a perfect location to do that. Cheap Ubers also to get to the North End district for dinner! The breakfast had great variety and the room was decent."

The Charles Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Spent the Nor'easter weekend at the Charles, went to Red Sox and Rhinocerous play at the ART, hotel is perfectly situated to take advantage of all the restaurants in Harvard Square with easy access to the red line at Harvard."

Hotel Veritas

8/10 Good

"Street noise from next door burger joint was loud well after midnight on the weekend. Understaffed. One front desk person frequently gone doing things."

Ginkgo House on Harvard

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet, clean, and very kind manager"

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A large red brick building with a central entrance and a triangular pediment.

Harvard Museum of Natural History

9.0/10 (199 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Harvard Museum of Natural History, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Harvard Law School

9.0/10 (185 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Harvard Law School, during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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Cambridge Common

10.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Cambridge with a stop at Cambridge Common. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

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Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments

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Maud Morgan Arts Center

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Harvard Science Center

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Harvard Graduate School of Design?

Harvard Graduate School of Design is located in a vibrant area of Cambridge known for its beautiful river views and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 75 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Harvard Graduate School of Design?

Adjacent to Harvard Graduate School of Design, Sheraton Commander Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices close by include The Charles Hotel and Cambridge Common House.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Harvard Graduate School of Design?

Expedia has 75 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Harvard Graduate School of Design.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Harvard Graduate School of Design, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Harvard Graduate School of Design.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Harvard Graduate School of Design?

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What can I see and do near Harvard Graduate School of Design?

Harvard Museum of Natural History, Harvard Art Museums, and MIT Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Fenway Park, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and Massachusetts Hall are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at American Repertory Theater, Somerville Theatre, and Roadrunner-Boston.

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Our top choices for Harvard Graduate School of Design hotels

1. Cambridge Common House

2. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

3. Hotel 1868

4. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

5. Lark Hotels 907 Main

6. The Atlas Hotel Boston Cambridge

7. The Charles Hotel

8. Beacon Suites Hotel

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

10. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

11. Sheraton Commander Hotel

12. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

13. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

14. Hotel Veritas

15. AC Hotel by Marriott Boston Cambridge

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston/Cambridge-Arlington, MA

17. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

19. Studio Allston Hotel

20. Holiday Inn Boston - Cambridge Area by IHG

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Top Harvard Graduate School of Design Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge

Brand New LUX-2 Level Living•Harvard•MIT•Subway•Cambridge• 2 Parkings +Garage

Lark Hotels 907 Main

Studio Allston Hotel

The Charles Hotel

Hotel Veritas

Ginkgo House on Harvard

Other attractions near Harvard Graduate School of Design

Museum of Comparative Zoology

Harvard Museum of Natural History

Harvard Law School

Cambridge Common

Lizard Lounge

Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments

Maud Morgan Arts Center

Harvard Science Center

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