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Hotel 1868

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre, near Harvard University

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Room options

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Mini Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Mini Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
1868 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, 02140

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Harvard Square - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tufts University - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Fenway Park - 6 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Porter Square Station - 1 min walk
  • Ball Square Station - 4 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Rustica - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bagelsaurus - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Honeycomb Creamery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel 1868

Hotel near Harvard University
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business centre at Hotel 1868. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Valet parking (surcharge), express check-out and concierge services
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in reception, meeting rooms and a computer station
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Caffe Nero

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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 - C0016100491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Hotel 1868 Cambridge
1868 Cambridge
Hotel 1868 Hotel
Hotel 1868 Cambridge
Hotel 1868 Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel 1868 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel 1868?

As of 1 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel 1868 on 29 June 2025 start from AU$274.47, including 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.

How much is parking at Hotel 1868?

Valet parking is available for USD 28 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel 1868?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel 1868?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel 1868 located?

Located in Agassiz, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Harvard Law School, Harvard University and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are also within 3 miles (5 km). Porter Square Station is only a 2-minute walk and Davis Station is 14 minutes.

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Hotel 1868 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 754 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Clean and great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great location: across the road to the T; lots of good restaurants nearby; safe neighbourhood; easy access to MIT and Harvard.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great boutique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

We had such a great stay at this hotel. Very up to date and in a great location. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

This property is super nice and clean . The staff is also very kind and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Loved the easy check in, valet service for parking, quiet clean room, excellent shower and HOT water, and ease of getting to Boston Calling concert on the Redline across the street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Conveniently located to transit and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Hotel 1868 was a perfect location for our needs and the staff was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Amazing property, we will definitely stay again if we are in the area! Thank you for making our anniversary extra special :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Good location and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Nice hotel one stop away from harvard square
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

It was OK for 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Hotel 1868 is the perfect place to stay when visiting the Boston area. The staff is wonderful, facilities are clean and updated and it is generally very affordable. I’ve stayed at other properties in the area but return happily to Hotel 1868 as they are just a cut above.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great location and warm boutique hotel. Perfect for walking into Cambridge
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Clean, comfy room, friendly staff, free parking. Directly across the street from Porter Sq T station. Great for a trip to Cambridge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great friendly service. Room was nice with inner balcony.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

I stayed here twice, and enjoyed the hotel and surrounding areas.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Very friendly staff, incredibly generous and flexible with special demands. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Thank you to Michelle and the rest of the accommodating beautiful staff. This was our second time staying. We usually do 4-5 nights when we visit and look forward to another trip out.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Well located (across metro st), great for business/university tour trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

A great hotel room! Loved the room and the staff was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Lovely little boutique hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Great place. Right by the T (subway), great area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025