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A modern lounge area with a red sofa, bookshelves, a fireplace, and a bar area.

A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, spacious layout.

A restaurant with large windows, interior lighting, and seating arrangements.

1. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2.9 km from Kendall Square

Mary

5.759.107 ₫

6.432.922 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A row of blue townhouses with a porch and a sign for 'Boutique Inn'.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a gas stove, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a glass table and wicker chairs. The room has wooden flooring and white walls.

A garden pathway with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and greenery.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a beige sofa, a large potted plant, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Ginkgo House on Harvard

Central Square, 1.9 km from Kendall Square

Saffet

7.823.693 ₫

8.954.216 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a window, a brick wall, a framed picture, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A brick building with a black door labeled '6 Hamilton Place.' There are security cameras and a 'No Trespassing' sign on the wall.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a blue-tiled backsplash.

3. Kasa At Boston Common

2 km from Kendall Square

Alan

7.244.160 ₫

10.974.012 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a dining area, seating, large windows, and a chandelier.

A cityscape with modern high-rise buildings, a central roundabout, and a mix of commercial and residential structures.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large window overlooking a marina, featuring a sofa set, two side tables, and a patterned rug.

4. Boston Harbor Hotel

2.9 km from Kendall Square

Dorothy

14.646.139 ₫

17.069.659 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious, elegantly designed dining area with high ceilings, chandeliers, and classic decor.

A large, classical building with multiple windows and a prominent entrance.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a television, and a bookshelf.

A grand hall with ornate ceiling and large windows.

5. The Langham, Boston

2.6 km from Kendall Square

Mark

13.401.696 ₫

15.606.275 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A hotel with a pool area, multiple rooms with beds, and a view of the pool.

A restaurant with a long wooden table set for dining, surrounded by chairs.

A modern building with a colorful mural, outdoor seating, and a garden area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a sofa with cushions, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

6. The Verb Hotel

2.2 km from Kendall Square

Paula

4.167.979 ₫

6.058.730 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with a long dining area, high ceilings, and exposed beams. Tables are set with glassware and centerpieces.

A couple walking on a sidewalk with a restaurant named "THE DAGNY" in the background.

A grand lobby with a large arched entrance, a high ceiling with a detailed mural, and a view of the street outside.

A building with a sign reading "THE DAGNY" and a brick facade. There are two bicycles parked in front.

7. The Dagny Boston

2.6 km from Kendall Square

Scott

6.496.459 ₫

8.468.940 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with wooden flooring, multiple dining tables, and hanging chandeliers.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative mural on the wall.

A grand hallway with marble walls, a staircase, and elegant seating.

A building facade with multiple windows and decorative arches.

8. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

2.1 km from Kendall Square

Adriana

5.192.510 ₫

7.251.796 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

9. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Kendall Square, 0.2 km from Kendall Square

Fiona

6.405.182 ₫

8.296.884 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a television.

A person in a black shirt and red apron pouring a liquid from a shaker into a glass.

A gym with multiple exercise machines, including treadmills and stationary bikes, arranged in rows.

A street view of Sweeney's on Boylston with outdoor seating and pedestrians.

10. The Lenox Hotel Boston

1.5 km from Kendall Square

Courtney

10.128.888 ₫

11.795.091 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A restaurant with booth seating, round tables, and a view of the city through large windows.

A balcony with a city view, featuring a table and chairs, and a glass railing.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, modern furniture, and large windows offering city views.

A couple toasting with drinks at a bar with a city view.

11. Canopy By Hilton Boston Downtown

2.3 km from Kendall Square

Steve

5.557.306 ₫

7.526.284 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with a large window, a woman in a swimsuit, and two lounge chairs.

A modern hotel room with a curved seating area, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a glass balustrade, and a view of historic buildings.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a glass shower enclosure, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

12. Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston

1.8 km from Kendall Square

Masooda

16.946.160 ₫

19.733.803 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A grand lobby with a chandelier, marble flooring, and a staircase leading to a door.

A hotel entrance with a black iron staircase, a red awning, and a doormat with a lion emblem.

A grand entrance with a black door, two brown leather chairs, and a marble floor.

A staircase with metal railings leading to a bar area with a counter and stools.

13. The Eliot Hotel

1.6 km from Kendall Square

shaun

10.219.440 ₫

11.900.536 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar/lounge area with green seating, large windows, and city views.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a large window with a city view, and a chandelier.

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and large windows offering city views.

14. Raffles Boston

1.7 km from Kendall Square

Vlatko

18.524.352 ₫

21.571.607 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A round table with a teapot and biscuits by a window with a view of a building with a tower.

A modern room with large windows, a round table, and four chairs.

15. Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Port, 1.3 km from Kendall Square

Katherine

4.819.954 ₫

5.588.736 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a large window providing a view of the city at night.

A rooftop terrace with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a church tower and buildings.

A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with a table and chairs, and a built-in bookshelf.

A rooftop terrace with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a prominent golden dome.

16. The Monty Boston

2 km from Kendall Square

Jodi

23.887.324 ₫

31.919.459 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

A modern building with a glass facade, a sign for TD Garden, and a North Station sign.

A rooftop terrace with a red bench, tables, chairs, and hanging lights.

A modern interior with large windows, a red sofa, and a city view.

17. citizenM Boston North Station

1.9 km from Kendall Square

Anthony

5.329.632 ₫

6.206.357 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of a cityscape with a bridge.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a round wooden table, and a city view through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a city view, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a microwave on the counter.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a river in the background.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

2.1 km from Kendall Square

Steve

6.135.545 ₫

8.050.363 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, two grey sofas, a round table with candles, and a coffee table with a blue vase.

A brick building with a sign reading "Residence Inn by Marriott".

A hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A brick building with a covered entrance and signage for "Residence Inn by Marriott."

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square, 0.3 km from Kendall Square

Michelle

5.045.040 ₫

6.749.552 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A dining area with a long table set for multiple people, wooden chairs, and a chandelier.

A view from a window with a Boston Red Sox sign in the background, a table with a bowl of cereal and a glass of beer, and a sofa with a red pillow.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a guitar, and a TV.

20. Hotel Commonwealth

1.8 km from Kendall Square

Elena

7.500.099 ₫

9.938.982 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Kendall Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	9.8 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Ginkgo House on Harvard	9.8 Exceptional 83 reviews	View
Kasa At Boston Common	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Boston Harbor Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
The Langham, Boston	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Kendall Square Hotel Reviews

Hotel Commonwealth

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and beautiful clean rooms. Fitness center is small though."

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel in the heart of Seaport! Attentive staff, amazing rooms, and great restaurants on location!"

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

8/10 Good

"Very small room for paying over 2000 for 3 nights. Staff were great. No fridge in room. Great location."

citizenM Boston North Station

10/10 Excellent

"Modern layout. This hotel was 2 mins from the North End train station. It is a super convenient location. You could walk to everything if you wanted to. I would definitely stay here again."

The Dagny Boston

8/10 Good

"Very central to the action. Restaurants, including a great Irish Pub next door plus the freedom trail and harbour"

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

8/10 Good

"Clean room. Comfy beds and pillows. Bathroom fans were super loud in our room. Convenient walking distance everywhere. Use bus or subway to get around. A reflection pool across street. Limited junk pre packaged items for breakfast. These will quickly raise your blood sugar. Room has fridge, hair dryer. Too expensive but offered little amenity. They were updating hall carpets. A convenient filtered water refill station near the main lobby. They charge you for parking."

The Royal Sonesta Boston

10/10 Excellent

"Clean"

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

10/10 Excellent

"Ah absolutely loved our stay! It is an older hotel, over 100years old! But they did a good job with keeping things clean and organized. The staff was incredible! We had a 2 year old with us and they all were so attentive to him and kind! I would 100% stay here again! Thank you fairmont for such a memorable stay! Really appreciated the service and kindness of everyone."

The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"10/10 stay!"

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A large building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and trees.

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

9.2/10 (1,465 reviews)

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A bridge with illuminated lights and a cityscape in the background.

Longfellow Bridge

9.8/10 (31 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Cambridge when you stop by Longfellow Bridge. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

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Entrepreneur Walk of Fame

Enjoy an outing to Entrepreneur Walk of Fame during your stay in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Cambridge Center Roof Garden

Enjoy an outing to Cambridge Center Roof Garden during your stay in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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MIT Museum

9.0/10 (181 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at MIT Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

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List Visual Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to List Visual Arts Center during your stay in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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The Foundry

Enjoy an outing to The Foundry during your stay in Cambridge. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

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Compton Gallery

You can study the exhibits at Compton Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kendall Square?

Kendall Square is located in a vibrant area of Cambridge known for its stunning architecture and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 401 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Kendall Square?

Expedia has 401 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kendall Square.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kendall Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Kendall Square.

What can I see and do near Kendall Square?

MIT Museum, Museum of Science and Old State House feature captivating exhibits. Explore notable local landmarks like Fenway Park, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Old South Church. You can watch performances at Hatch Shell, Colonial Theatre and House of Blues Boston if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Kendall Square?

Head to Kendall-MIT Station to catch metro transport. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Kendall Square hotels

1. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2. Ginkgo House on Harvard

3. Kasa At Boston Common

4. Boston Harbor Hotel

5. The Langham, Boston

6. The Verb Hotel

7. The Dagny Boston

8. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

9. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

10. The Lenox Hotel Boston

11. Canopy By Hilton Boston Downtown

12. Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston

13. The Eliot Hotel

14. Raffles Boston

15. Lark Hotels 907 Main

16. The Monty Boston

17. citizenM Boston North Station

18. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

20. Hotel Commonwealth

Compare popular hotels close to Kendall Square

Top Kendall Square Hotel Reviews

Hotel Commonwealth

Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

Hilton Boston Park Plaza

citizenM Boston North Station

The Dagny Boston

The Midtown Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta

The Royal Sonesta Boston

Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston

The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel

Other attractions near Kendall Square

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Longfellow Bridge

Entrepreneur Walk of Fame

Cambridge Center Roof Garden

MIT Museum

List Visual Arts Center

The Foundry

Compton Gallery

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