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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3.0 star property
3-star historic hotel near Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

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350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142
  • Place, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendall Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Massachusetts General Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room amenity

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Classic Room (Queen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cambridge

MIT stay.With a stay at this MIT hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and 2 miles (3 km) of Massachusetts General Hospital. TD Garden and Harvard University are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kendall Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Massachusetts General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • TD Garden - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Boston Common - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Kendall-MIT Station - 1 min walk
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 4 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flat Top Johnny’s - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shy Bird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪sweetgreen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bakey Babka - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3-star historic hotel near Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the historic The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse. Parking is available for a fee. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1895
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers 77 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 52 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 28.99 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Nearby fitness center access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 52 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0015480491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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 credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. The tax ID number is C0015480491. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number C0494890491

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Kendall
Kendall Cambridge
Kendall Hotel
Kendall Hotel Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel Cambridge

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 842 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice, comfortable, and we enjoyed it. I was charged both room taxes and destination taxes, which weren’t explained at time of reservation nor at check in, so it seems like double taxing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Business traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Babak

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room. Great staff. I only wish is that there were more seats in the breakfast area. I ended up taking breakfast back to the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xinhui

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

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute, clean, and convenient hotel with great, attentive staff. The little parking garage is a great perk. I'll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique historic firehouse decor, friendly staff, convenient, quiet, comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect. Breakfast was great. Had a problem with the tv remote they sent some one to fix it but he wasn’t able to fully resolve the issue and the length of his stay was a little awkward. Just overstayed a little. It was odd. Anyway the other hotel staff were outstanding. I would definitely stay here again. Room was nice and bed super comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The hotel is unique, comfortable, and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great hotel and experience. Friendly and very helpful staff and what an amazing historic building with so much personality.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable hotel in the middle of MIT. Small, helpful staff. Good experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and breakfast. Terrific location too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique ambience and wonderful service. The breakfast was amazing and staff went above and beyond.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property with helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nawar

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was massive! Good location with good bar and dining options away from the crazy of Downtown Boston
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice experience, convenient location, enjoyable breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dyann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice but not great considering the price point.

It was disappointing to learn that their fine restaurant was closed. Also, and I don’t understand why this has to be so difficult, there was terrible lighting in the bathroom, which made it impossible to apply make up with any reliability. At the very least the hotel needs to upgrade the bathroom lighting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frida

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025