What is East Cambridge like?

East Cambridge is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and top museums. Are you looking for East Cambridge travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cambridgeside Galleria and Royal Sonesta Boston while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in East Cambridge?

Based on our traveller data, The Royal Sonesta Boston is one of the top choices for your stay in East Cambridge. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and it offers a restaurant and an indoor pool.

How many hotels should I expect to find in East Cambridge?

If you're searching for places to stay in Cambridge, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 163 East Cambridge hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Cambridge, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in East Cambridge.

What are the top things to see and do in East Cambridge?

Multicultural Arts Center, The Foundry and Charles Hayden Planetarium are family favourites to check out in East Cambridge. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Cambridgeside Galleria and Royal Sonesta Boston are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Fenway Park, TD Garden and Copley Square. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Boston Harbor are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cambridge.

How can I get around East Cambridge and the greater Cambridge area?

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

The Best Hotels in East Cambridge, Boston - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for East Cambridge hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

East Cambridge

Richard and Karla

฿7,751 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

East Cambridge

Arti

฿8,075 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

East Cambridge

Jennifer

฿7,331 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

4. The Royal Sonesta Boston

East Cambridge

Kathleen

฿9,196 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

5. Kimpton Marlowe Hotel by IHG

East Cambridge

Lori

฿10,034 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

6. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

1.8 km from East Cambridge

Jennifer

฿8,110 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

7. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

4.4 km from East Cambridge

Adam

฿9,924 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

8. citizenM Boston North Station

1.6 km from East Cambridge

Nicole

฿6,476 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

9. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

4.6 km from East Cambridge

Darin

฿7,897 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, blackout curtains

10. Hyatt Regency Boston

2.5 km from East Cambridge

Chris

฿8,777 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

11. The Dagny Boston

2.7 km from East Cambridge

Hollie

฿10,921 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

12. Seaport Hotel Boston

4 km from East Cambridge

Cordell

฿8,748 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

13. Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill

1.5 km from East Cambridge

Alisher

฿10,312 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

14. Harborside Inn Of Boston

2.6 km from East Cambridge

Alison

฿8,242 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

15. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

2.4 km from East Cambridge

Joseph Brett

฿12,262 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

16. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

4 km from East Cambridge

ruby

฿9,132 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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

17. Boston Marriott Copley Place

2.7 km from East Cambridge

Beatriz

฿12,952 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Hotel AKA Back Bay

2.5 km from East Cambridge

Justin

฿12,609 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

19. The Westin Boston Seaport District

4.1 km from East Cambridge

Colby

฿9,541 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District

4.6 km from East Cambridge

James

฿7,376 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Where to stay in East Cambridge

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Downtown Boston

The heart of America’s revolutionary history lies in the center of this city. Uncover the story of the nation and enjoy excellent arts and dining venues.

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Back Bay

Parisian boulevards and elegant brownstones conjure a truly romantic atmosphere, perfect for strolling and window shopping.

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Seaport District

Join excited crowds enjoying harbor-side views, Revolutionary War-era landmarks, as well as superb restaurants and museums along this thriving waterfront.

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Beacon Hill

Lose yourself in the charming streetscapes, historic buildings and village-like atmosphere of Boston’s oldest and wealthiest suburbs.

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North End

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are just a few popular features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Boston Harbor or New England Aquarium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Aquarium to get around town.

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Top East Cambridge Hotel Reviews

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

10/10 Excellent

"Liz at front desk was great. Team members were friendly."

Seaport Hotel Boston

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed this hotel. It was in a beautiful part of the Boston Seaport zone. - Large and clean room - Well maintained common spaces - Excellent fitness center - Polite and helpful staff - Reliable restaurant for breakfast (didn't have any other meals there). - Great shopping and dining options in the area."

The Royal Sonesta Boston

8/10 Good

"So we wanted a hotel with a pool that’s why we chose this hotel. Of course we checked in and were told that the pool was closed for adding chemicals!😖 We also hoped there would be free coffee in the morning but no…The restaurant sells coffee if you want to pay for it. Yes the hotel is nice and clean and quiet but paying that much you would think that it could give you a free coffee in the morning 😣. we went to a concert @ the Garden & walked about 20 minutes to get there."

Arcadian Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is nice, well maintained and probably recent remodeled. Very well located if you want something around the Boston area with easy access, although it is in Brookline, it is very accessible with the "T" green line (C) right across the street, which can take you directly to Boston main attractions, Newsbury St., Back Bay and Downtown. There are nice restaurants and cafes two blocks from the hotel, and Brookline little downtown at 3 or 4 blocks, where you can find everything. I was there to help my daughter to move-in, since she is studying in Berklee School of Music, and it was a very convenient place to stay. It does has parking in case you need it by an additional fee."

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Our top choices for East Cambridge hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

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

4. The Royal Sonesta Boston

5. Kimpton Marlowe Hotel by IHG

6. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

7. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

8. citizenM Boston North Station

9. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

10. Hyatt Regency Boston

11. The Dagny Boston

12. Seaport Hotel Boston

13. Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill

14. Harborside Inn Of Boston

15. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

16. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

17. Boston Marriott Copley Place

18. Hotel AKA Back Bay

19. The Westin Boston Seaport District

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District

Where to stay in East Cambridge

Downtown Boston

Back Bay

Seaport District

Beacon Hill

North End

Top East Cambridge Hotel Reviews

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

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