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Irving House At Harvard

3.0 star property
3-star Colonial B&B near Harvard University

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, 02138
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Massachusetts Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Private Bath)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Room, 1 Single Bed, Shared Bathroom (Shared Bath)

Single Room, Shared Bath

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Cambridge

Mid-Cambridge stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Mid-Cambridge B&B, you'll find Harvard University and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Harvard Art Museums - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Harvard Science Center - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harvard Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Massachusetts Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Union Square Station - 3 min drive
  • Harvard Square Station - 11 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatte - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Zinneken's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Santouka Ramen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Broadsheet Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Irving House At Harvard

3-star Colonial B&B near Harvard University
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Irving House At Harvard.

This 3-star Cambridge bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1893
  • Local cuisine breakfast (free)
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Irving House At Harvard offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and complimentary newspapers. 15-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cambridge bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - C0015050490
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The tax ID number is C0015050490. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Harvard Irving House
Irving House
Irving House Harvard
Irving House Harvard B&B
Irving House Harvard B&B Cambridge
Irving House Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Hotel Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Cambridge
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast
Irving House At Harvard Bed & breakfast Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Irving House At Harvard to the airport?

Irving House At Harvard is 9.1 mi (24-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Irving House At Harvard?

As of Apr 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Irving House At Harvard on Apr 26, 2026 start from CA $396, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Irving House At Harvard have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Irving House At Harvard.

How close is Irving House At Harvard to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 9.5 mi (27-min drive) from Revere Beach.

Does Irving House At Harvard offer free breakfast?

Irving House At Harvard offers free local cuisine breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Irving House At Harvard?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast, but Encore Boston Harbor (7-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Irving House At Harvard?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Irving House At Harvard?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Irving House At Harvard have a pool?

Irving House At Harvard does not have a pool.

Does Irving House At Harvard have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Irving House At Harvard to downtown Cambridge?

Irving House At Harvard is 0.1 mi away from Cambridge.

Irving House At Harvard Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 254 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great. Just thin walls where u can hear everything but that’s to be expected in an old house
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa, North Hollywood

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in. Clean cozy room and baths. Great continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eunice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My date to stay was 25 Dec to 26 Dec when I had to find accommodation at short notice since a rental was not ready. An excellent choice, where I had stayed many years ago. My daughter located it. Tea was available in the evening. All the New Yorkers I could want for an evening of reading. The breakfast was outstanding and was still being served at nearly 10 a.m. I loved having a real bathtub, and using it. It was easy to sleep deep and long -- what else could you want? And books - everywhere you encounter evidence of a management that honors readers, writers and reading. AND honors guests. Thank you!! And did I say the location was ideal? Almost on Harvard's campus -- easy walking distance to the museums of the campus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Renee

Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, affordable, historic building, little libraries in every room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mady

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and cozy! Great breakfast. Close to the Red Line!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing staff, wonderful breakfast. Perfect location steps away from Harvard Square.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and prompt, I got an upgrade, and the room and bathroom were spotless!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A charming old hotel. Great hot breakfast. Be ready for stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Ted

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Dingy space. Cramped. We were on the 4 th floor. No elevator. Overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room pleasant staff and lively commons areas. I will book again in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice homey feel, good location, safe, good breakfast and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place . It’s cozy, clean and affordable ! Breakfast is very good too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Stayed at Irving House to be close to a specific location in Cambridge. Room was small, small bathroom, and breakfast was minimal for what B&Bs usually offer. Staff wasn't very engaging. Descent option if you need a more economical choice for the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Francesco

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice but very small room, staff very good
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was indeed spotless. Front desk was very helpful. The place is charming. From 1910 to 1940 it was a dorm for Harvard University, and it retains its homey feeling - no fluorescent lights and shopping mall look here! The living room was filled with books, newspapers and magazines, the little breakfast room downstairs was cute with checkered tablecloths, wooden furniture and excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afshan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Irving House. My room was spotless and cozy, the neighborhood was quiet but close to everything, and the staff were genuinely kind and welcoming. Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025