Hotel 1868
1868 Massachusetts Avenue
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Why people book this hotel
“Very easy access to the train station”
“Location & staff”
“Modern, clean hotel right opposite the train station (red line) which takes you …”
“Clean”
“The staff at the front desk is absolutely lovely”
“Lovely staff, tea and coffee available, great location beside Porter Square T s…”
“Bed was comfortable and the bathroom was spotlessly clean”
“Modern, spacious, clean comfortable rooms”
“A short, 15 min walk from the Cambridge city centre, right next to a metro stati…”
Overview
With machine age and industrial design influences, Hotel 1868 offers modern amenities in the Porter Square district of Cambridge. Complimentary WiFi is provided. Every accommodation features a Smart TV and a private bathroom stocked with premium bath products. An en suite safety deposit box is also included. Caffe Nero serves coffee, pastries, and sandwiches as well as other food items. Hotel 1868 also offers a business centre, fitness room and a front desk concierge. The property is close to several noted attractions and around 1.9 km from Brattle Theatre. Central Square is 2.1 km from the property. Logan Airport is 11 km from the property.
Traveller reviews
Rajul
couple
May 23, 2026
“Perfect stay. Will be back again”
Very easy access to the train station. Very nice restaurants and bagel place nearby. Close to Harvard and MIT
Harry
couple
May 12, 2026
“Decent”
Location & staff
SHEKHAR
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Excellent stay and friendly staff”
Wry close to location like red line, shopping, food stores
Liu
couple
May 8, 2026
Location is very nice, just a minute away (maybe less) from porter station.
Yvonne
solo_traveller
April 30, 2026
“Modern, clean and reasonably priced”
Modern, clean hotel right opposite the train station (red line) which takes you straight into downtown Boston. Ideally placed if you're visiting Harvard University. Bed was comfortable and the bathroom was spotlessly clean. Room had all the basics you need.
William
couple
April 28, 2026
“A good solution if you have a reason to be in town.”
Clean. Everything worked well. Very convenient for transport.
Helen
family_with_children
April 8, 2026
“Very comfortable beds and clean, modern rooms”
Modern, spacious, clean comfortable rooms
Natalia
couple
February 19, 2026
The location of the hotel is great! A short, 15 min walk from the Cambridge city centre, right next to a metro station, and incredible bagel place for breakfast (or Cafe Nero in the same building). The gym in the basement is also great. The staff at the front desk is absolutely lovely.
Elizabeth
solo_traveller
January 23, 2026
Lovely staff, tea and coffee available, great location beside Porter Square T station and Mc Carthys famous Irish music bar and restaurant
Mathilde
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“Perfect”
Great service. Everyone was super nice. Perfect stay I wish I stayed longer.
Daniel
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“I was happy and enjoyed it.”
The staff was friendly, the cleaning lady tried to give me a bottle of water on my way out. I did like the air conditioner was very quiet, in other hotels it got very loud. I also liked the booking process allowed me to make special requests and my request for a quiet room was addressed and honoured.
Stefan
couple
January 1, 2026
It was in a good location. Right by the subway, everything was so clean and well maintained. The gym was a plus!
Eugene
couple
December 8, 2025
Great hotel with brilliant friendly staff
Georgia
couple
December 7, 2025
“Small but clean and comfy”
Even though the room was on the small size it was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Very close to T station
Mako
couple
December 2, 2025
“I recommend this hotel, especially if you are looking for a hotel near Harvard.”
Perfect location, walking distance to Harvard Univ. well cleaned, nice basement located complementary coffee machines.
Kirsten
solo_traveller
November 21, 2025
“Every year I come again and it’s a great comfy place to be!”
As always, the team was wonderful, the room clean and comfy and the atmosphere great!
Matheus
couple
November 17, 2025
“Great location and staff”
Great location with a staff that provides support when necessary. Truly recommend.
Sara
solo_traveller
November 13, 2025
“Very Comfortable, stylish and accessible”
Location, modern boutique style. Accessible and every amenity provided
Paul
couple
November 9, 2025
Location design/decor
Patricia L.
solo_traveller
November 2, 2025
“Very comfortable”
Right in front of the subway and very comfortable installations. Walking distance from Harvard
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Higher level toilet
Activities
Fitness centre
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Parking garage, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
Services
24-hour front desk, Business centre, Express check-in/check-out, Concierge service, Daily housekeeping, Valet parking, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Budget Queen Room
This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Queen Room
This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. The unit has 1 bed.
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