Cambridge Common House

Cambridge Common House is a boutique hotel set just steps from Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Behind a meticulously preserved facade, richly layered interiors and lush garden patios invite relaxation and reflection, while the energetic Harvard Square neighborhood just outside offers world-class dining, shopping, entertainment, and cultural landmarks.

Once the home of the influential Howe family, the building at 2 Garden Street has for nearly two centuries been a gathering place for students, artists, and intellectuals, witnessing Cambridge’s transformation into a hub of commerce, activism, and innovation.

Rooms include Grand Fireplace King, Deluxe King, Fireplace King, King, Deluxe Queen, Fireplace Queen, Queen, an Accessible Queen with private patio, a Micro Queen with private patio, and a two-bedroom suite called The Architect’s Suite. Fireplace rooms and private patios add a cozy, residential touch throughout.

On-site, guests can enjoy a complimentary light breakfast each morning, along with the property’s garden patios for relaxing outdoors. The hotel is a short walk to the Charles River and Harvard’s museums, cafés, and indie shops, with Boston easily accessible just across the river.

With its historic Harvard Square setting and thoughtfully preserved character, Cambridge Common House offers a refined home base for exploring Cambridge and Boston, whether guests spend their time on campus walks, riverside strolls, or evenings out at nearby restaurants and live music spots.