What is Observatory Hill like?

Travellers to Cambridge's Observatory Hill neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.

How many hotels are there in the Observatory Hill area?

Expedia has 5 Observatory Hill hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Cambridge area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Observatory Hill, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Observatory Hill.

What is there to do around this Cambridge neighbourhood?

Fenway Park and Harvard Square are some popular places to visit in the area around Observatory Hill. Hooper-Lee-Nichols House and Longfellows National Historic Site are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cambridge.

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Our top choices for Observatory Hill hotels

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

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown Boston

3.2 km from Observatory Hill

Emma

฿4,137 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

2. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

2.6 km from Observatory Hill

Bilal

฿4,572 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing views of the outside.

3. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2 km from Observatory Hill

Mary

฿5,101 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

4. Porter Square Hotel

Porter Square, 1.2 km from Observatory Hill

Gerardo

฿4,764 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 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.

5. Hotel 1868

Porter Square, 1.1 km from Observatory Hill

Megan B

฿4,764 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

6. Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Port, 3.2 km from Observatory Hill

Sarah

฿6,154 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

7. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

8.5 km from Observatory Hill

Ronald

฿6,243 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent Hampton Inn sign, featuring a multi-story structure with a central courtyard and a landscaped area.

8. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

8.7 km from Observatory Hill

Shannon

฿4,815 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and a seating area in the background.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center

7.2 km from Observatory Hill

Carmelina

฿3,644 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

10. The Inn on Arsenal

4.4 km from Observatory Hill

Javier

฿4,182 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a bar with stools.

11. Hampton Inn Boston Logan Airport Chelsea

7.2 km from Observatory Hill

Velma

฿4,130 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown / South End

6.7 km from Observatory Hill

Taylor

฿5,602 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden paneling, a large sofa, and a coffee table.

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Logan International Airport

11.1 km from Observatory Hill

William

฿4,533 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A restaurant setting with round tables, chairs, and empty wine glasses.

14. Best Western Plus New Englander

11.1 km from Observatory Hill

Angie

฿3,944 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A Hilton Garden Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring a large signboard with the hotel's name.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport

9.7 km from Observatory Hill

Karel

฿4,647 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

16. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

MIT, 3.7 km from Observatory Hill

Dawn

฿6,819 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

17. Hotel Commonwealth

4.7 km from Observatory Hill

Meredith

฿8,070 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple levels, and a fountain.

18. Hilton Boston Logan Airport

8.9 km from Observatory Hill

Jay

฿5,316 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, multiple seating arrangements, and a bar area.

19. Arcadian Hotel

4.3 km from Observatory Hill

Geoffrey

฿4,401 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

20. Hampton Inn Boston - Logan Airport

10.4 km from Observatory Hill

Chao-Hsien

฿3,372 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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Compare top hotels in Observatory Hill

Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown Boston 2.5 star property 3.2 km from Observatory Hill View	DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge 4.0 star property 2.6 km from Observatory Hill View	Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville 3.0 star property 2 km from Observatory Hill View	Porter Square Hotel 3.0 star property Porter Square, 1.2 km from Observatory Hill View	Hotel 1868 3.5 star property Porter Square, 1.1 km from Observatory Hill View
9.2 Wonderful 1,232 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 1,012 reviews
The price is ฿3,704 ฿4,137 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	The price is ฿3,926 ฿4,572 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	The price is ฿4,567 ฿5,101 total includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov	The price is ฿4,109 ฿4,764 total includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	The price is ฿4,109 ฿4,764 total includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 30 Nov
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