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Irving House At Harvard

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Economy Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Irving House At Harvard welcomes visitors in Harvard Square's center. Guests enjoy breakfasts with local ingredients, relax in the garden or terrace, and appreciate the free WiFi. This eco-certified B&B is praised for its attentive staff and memorable morning meals.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ฿4,688
฿5,365 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Shared Bath) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Shared Bath)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harvard Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Boston University - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fenway Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Union Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clover Food Lab - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Santouka Ramen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Broadsheet Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lehrhaus - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Irving House At Harvard

Bed & breakfast near Harvard University
A short walk from Harvard Square, Irving House At Harvard provides free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A 24-hour front desk, a computer station and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, free newspapers and smoke-free property
  • Multilingual staff and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Irving House At Harvard have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 15-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1893
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0015050490
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Harvard Irving House
Irving House
Irving House Harvard
Irving House Harvard B&B
Irving House Harvard B&B Cambridge
Irving House Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Hotel Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Irving House At Harvard pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Irving House At Harvard?

As of 2 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irving House At Harvard on 23 Nov 2025 start from ฿4,687.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Irving House At Harvard?

This bed & breakfast doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Irving House At Harvard?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Irving House At Harvard?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Irving House At Harvard located?

Located in Mid-Cambridge, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Harvard University and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 miles (5 km). Harvard Square Station is 11 minutes by foot and Central Square Station is 19 minutes.

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Reviews

Irving House At Harvard Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1012 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly atmosphere, great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sara-Kristin

Liked: Amenities
Was a nice stay. Clean facilities and a nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Amenities
Every square inch utilized with the customer in mind, with bits of whimsy everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I spent one night at this property on a single room with shared bathroom. Room and bathroom were clean and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here!!! Breakfast was great, and they have free postcards and the stamps are paid for by the hotel. :) Very homey vibes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice people, good location, the bed is smaller than a queen bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a special place, I absolutely loved it! My room was cute/cozy/comfortable, staff was fantastic and they did an amazing spread for breakfast!! Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmitry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good bed&breakfast hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for enjoying a visit to Harvard
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient, quiet, friendly property! Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Enjoyable stay, very clean shared bathroom, good breakfast, warm atmosphere, nice common area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid value
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, well run, pleasant, excellent breakfast buffet, walking distance to Harvard Yard and Harvard Square
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent place to sleep for 8 hours.

Excellent for one night stay when speaking at a conference and you will have little, if any time in the actual room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Really enjoy staying at this very well-situated location. Superb service and little extras. Breakfast, parking, newspapers, magazines, books and cookies all included!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying at the Irving House since it is so convenient to the university, restaurants and shops of Cambridge!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Harvard and served my visit well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience staying here

Great experience. Lovely room. Fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Always a reliable B&B in Cambridge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice bed and breakfast type hotel. Breakfast was very good and convenient. Room clean and comfortable. Easy walk to Harvard campus and houses. Also easy walk to subway station via Harvard campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent and not your typical breakfast lots of variety
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable rate and extremely convenient to Harvard’s museums and libraries. Nice, helpful staff and very comfortable atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023