350 Main Street, Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA 02142, United States
#1 of 21 hotels in Cambridge
Guests' ChoiceBased on 425 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.3
Free WiFi
9.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 September 2025
Neil
United KingdomNothing
Location to transport, excellent
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 September 2025
David
United KingdomSofa bed adequate
Quiet comfortable rooms.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Sam
United KingdomThis hotel is so charming in every way! The gorgeous décor inside and friendly staff, right down to the breakfast in the mornings! We had a fabulous room with an extremely comfy bed! The noise was so quiet from other guests despite it being a really full stay. It was a perfect place for us to be based for walking all over the city and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Patrick
United StatesLow water pressure for the shower.
Hotel was super cute and unique compared to the other hotels in the vicinity. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Friendly and very helpful front desk employees. Red line T was conveniently located across the street.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Theodore
United StatesVery cute and well done
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Luying
ChinaEvery staff was very kind and considerate. We are very happy to stay here . The room was clean and comfortable, as well as the location was great. I will of course recommend this hotel to my friends who will also visit Boston.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
He
United StatesEverything, all the details
Not just good, it’s absolutely great.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Justin
United StatesThere was nothing we didn’t like!
We loved the uniqueness of the room. Everything was clean and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Rosemary
AustraliaRoom and bathroom was dated.
It was in a nice area.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 14 August 2025
Angela
United StatesThere was nothing I did not like about the property
Great location. The room was so cute and comfortable and extremely clean.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Ana
CroatiaGreat hotel, staff and location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Margaret
United StatesSo much to love! I have stayed at many places in Cambridge over the past seven years and this hotel is the very best. Well maintained and comfortable hotel that feels like home from the moment you walk through the lobby. Rooms are very well appointed and extremely comfortable. My husband loved the breakfast buffet, he could get a great breakfast while I could stick to my yoghurt. Plenty of options. Coffee was excellent. Fabulous location at MIT, near the Charles River and at the T —easy to get to Harvard Square or Boston. We will definitely be back.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Amit
United Arab EmiratesThe uber pick up / drop off location instructions should be clear mentioned by the property. Uber location is automatically routed to the Kendall/ MIT subway pickup.
Closeness to the subway, breakfast was great, staff were very helpful
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Luca
ItalyVery special place!! Cozy and very well placed in Cambridge!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Seweryn
United StatesSpace for breakfast has limited seating, you may find yourself strap for table, but not a major obstacle. Parking is a challenge if you are coming with oversize vehicle, but that's true for most of Boston and areas.
Room are clean, spacious with adequate amenities. Great and easy check in and check out process.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Marcelo
BrazilThere was no suitable space to unload luggage at the hotel.
I had a wonderful stay at The Kendall Hotel in Cambridge, MA. This historic property, formerly a firehouse, has been beautifully restored and maintains a charming and unique atmosphere. The interior decor is tasteful and full of character, adding to the overall experience. The location is excellent—right next to the Kendall/MIT subway station, which makes it easy to get around Boston and Cambridge. The staff were consistently professional, friendly, and courteous, always ready to help with a smile. Our room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, and the complimentary breakfast was delicious and generous. From start to finish, our experience at The Kendall Hotel was truly enjoyable. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 30 July 2025
David
United Arab EmiratesA beautiful hotel, almost a boutique feel. Great staff and great location. We loved our time here
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Natalia
United Statesnothing
Comfortable bed, good breakfast, location, price
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Kyoko
JapanThe ventilation was rather loud but it didn’t bother us that much. We stayed in a room with a large kitchen, but there was one pan, no cooking utensils. Also cups/plates just 4 each - we didn’t cook during our stay because there were nice places to eat and good breakfast is included and nearby supermarkets have a large hot meal section, but if you arrive and do expect to cook a bit for kids or other reasons you might be in for a surprise.
We loved the interior, cozy and lovely sofas. Close by to transportation and the campuses, it was a convenient location for us. In fairer weather a walk to the Boston Commons area would be great but it was hot so we took the nearby underground. Room was very quiet.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 18 July 2025
Denis
LatviaCozy atmosphere, good breakfast, great and helpful staff.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 July 2025
Christine
United StatesThe air broke one night but the hotel quickly fixed the problem!
Fantastic!! So fun to see the old firehouse being put to good use!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 10 July 2025
Riccardo
ItalyAir Con too strong (as always in the USA..)
Top location, right on the MIT campus and next to the metro station. Historic building. Nice outdoor area for breakfast
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Sari
United StatesNothing.
The room is very clean, bed is comfortable, location is great. It's very quiet that I can't hear anything from the street or other rooms. Breakfast is really good. We will stay there again!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Scot
United StatesNothing
The history and how clean and convenient it was.
Stayed in July 2025
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