These 5 hotels cover Cambridge's most-visited corridors, from Kendall Square's biotech strip to the streets around Harvard and MIT. Each property was selected by applying a three-part ranking: verified sustainability credentials first, then star rating, then guest review score. Every hotel on this list operates under its stated name at a verified Cambridge address.
How we ranked these hotels
Hotels with verified sustainability certifications or published eco programs appear before those without. Within the same sustainability tier, higher star ratings come first. Where star ratings match, the higher guest review score wins.
All five properties sit within Cambridge city limits, covering neighborhoods including Kendall Square, Central Square, and Harvard Square. Hotels in adjacent cities were excluded regardless of proximity. Guest scores come from verified booking data.
Cambridge hotels compared: stars, scores, and sustainability
| Hotel | Stars | Guest Score | Sustainability | Nearest Subway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse | 3 | 9.4 | None verified | Kendall/MIT (Red Line), 5 min |
| Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge | 3 | 9.2 | Marriott Serve 360 program | Kendall/MIT (Red Line), 7 min |
| Boston Marriott Cambridge | 4 | 8.5 | Marriott Serve 360 program | Kendall/MIT (Red Line), 4 min |
| Le Meridien Boston Cambridge | 4 | 8.6 | Marriott Serve 360 program | Central (Red Line), 6 min |
| Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge | 4 | 8.3 | Hyatt's World of Care program | Central (Red Line), 8 min |
Tips for booking in Cambridge
- Harvard and MIT graduation weekends in May and June fill hotels months in advance. Book early if your dates overlap with academic events.
- Kendall Square hotels put you within walking distance of the MBTA Red Line, which connects to downtown Boston in under 15 minutes.
- Cambridge hotels near MIT and the biotech corridor see high demand during academic conference season, typically September through November.
- Parking in Cambridge is limited and expensive. Check whether your hotel offers on-site parking or EV charging before you arrive.
- The Red Line runs through Cambridge's core, stopping at Alewife, Porter, Harvard, Central, and Kendall/MIT. Any hotel within a 10-minute walk of these stations gives you strong transit access.
What to expect from a Cambridge stay
Cambridge trades Boston's downtown density for a university-town rhythm — Harvard Square bookshops, Kendall Square's biotech cafés, and the Charles River paths that connect both back to the city. The Red Line puts downtown Boston about 15 minutes away, so you give up very little by basing yourself here. For help timing your visit, see our guide to the best time to visit Boston.
The hotels
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse
350 Main Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02142, Cambridge
9.4210 reviews
5 min walk to Kendall/MIT (Red Line)A guest score of 9.4 puts this property at the top of the Cambridge field, and its location on Main Street in Kendall Square makes it a practical base for MIT visitors and biotech conference attendees
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Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge
120 Broadway, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02142, Cambridge
9.2174 reviews
Marriott Serve 360Participates in Marriott's Serve 360 program, which tracks energy, water, and waste reduction targets across the portfolio, with property-level reporting.
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Boston Marriott Cambridge
Two Cambridge Center 50 Broadway, Cambridge
8.5752 reviews
Marriott Serve 360Enrolled in Marriott's Serve 360 program, covering energy efficiency targets, single-use plastic reduction, and responsible sourcing commitments.
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Le Meridien Boston Cambridge
20 Sidney Street, Cambridge
8.61,222 reviews
Marriott Serve 360Covered by Marriott's Serve 360 program, which sets portfolio-wide targets for carbon reduction, water use, and food waste across all Le Meridien properties.
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Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge
575 Memorial Drive, Cambridge
8.32,020 reviews
Hyatt World of CareParticipates in Hyatt's World of Care program, which includes property-level energy and water reduction goals, responsible sourcing standards, and waste diversion tracking.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Cambridge hotels have verified sustainability programs?＋
Four of the five hotels on this list participate in verified sustainability programs. The Boston Marriott Cambridge, Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge, and Le Meridien Boston Cambridge all fall under Marriott's Serve 360 program. The Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge participates in Hyatt's World of Care program. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse has no verified sustainability certification at this time.
Are all these hotels physically in Cambridge, not Boston?＋
Yes. Every hotel on this list has a verified Cambridge street address. Properties on Memorial Drive, Main Street, Broadway, and Sidney Street all fall within Cambridge city limits. Hotels in adjacent cities were excluded from consideration.
Which Cambridge hotel is closest to MIT?＋
The Boston Marriott Cambridge at Two Cambridge Center on 50 Broadway sits directly adjacent to the MIT campus and is a 4-minute walk from the Kendall/MIT Red Line station. The Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge at 120 Broadway is also within a 7-minute walk of Kendall/MIT.
Which hotel has the highest guest review score on this list?＋
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse scores 9.4, the highest on this list. The Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge follows at 9.2. Both are three-star properties in Kendall Square.
Do any of these Cambridge hotels offer EV charging?＋
The Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge and the Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge both offer EV charging. Confirm availability and reservation requirements with each property before arrival.
Which Cambridge hotel is best for extended stays?＋
The Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge at 120 Broadway is purpose-built for extended stays, with kitchenette suites, a guest score of 9.2, and EV charging on site. It sits in Kendall Square, a 7-minute walk from the Red Line.
