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    A Friendly Inn at Harvard Square

    3.0 (23 reviews)
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    I know it's blurry, but this summed up our one night here. Creepy.
    Natalia A.

    Nope, never again. This review is long overdue. My best friend and I went to Boston a couple of years ago and were booked here by my friends, mom's boyfriend. What a huge mistake. We knew he was cheap, but this, this was just mean. First off, finding it was a nightmare, due to construction that we were not informed of, we had to walk down the street with out luggage in the rain. When we walked in, it felt like we were in a horror movie. The woman at the front desk barely spoke English and we could hardly understand here. Our room was on the second floor, and we had to lug our suitcases up rickety old stairs that could barely fit our luggage. My suitcase scraped against the wall and the older Asian woman shushed me and then told me not to scratch the wall. REALLY? How is that my fault the staircase is narrow? I didn't build it that way, I'm just an innocent bystander! When we get into the room, it was was far worse than the downstairs. It was tiny room, with a twin bed in one room and "queen" (barely a full) in the other room. And by the way, there was a mirror in between each room that was positioned perfectly so you could see the other person while lying in bed. SUPER CREEPY. There was a "TV" but I'm pretty sure it was an old computer monitor, that didn't even work. While in the room we barely felt comfortable talking above a whisper because we were so nervous to bother the other guests because the walls were paper thin. There was wifi, but that barely worked as well and required a twenty letter/number pass code. The bathroom look like it was straight of Psycho/medical horror film. It wasn't a real shower, it was one of those weird plastic showers that looked like it was just stuck into the room. The rooms didn't have central heat, but one of those old metal heaters, and that's fine and dandy until they turned it off in the middle of the night. This was also in the middle of November, so it was pretty cold in the room. It's safe to say, my friend and I barely slept that night. "Breakfast" was a mix of stale cereals, cut of pastries from Costco and some white bread and jam. Not really the "bed and BREAKFAST" experience I was hoping for. We checked out the next morning and moved to a hotel in Boston called the Commonwealth which was much better. I would avoid at all costs. Seriously. STEER CLEAR.

    We had a cozy bedroom for 3 on the top floor of this wonderful old home/inn. Awesome location. Friendly staff. Nice breakfast.

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    A lovely place, comfortable, fine breakfast and hot beverages. Kind of like staying in a boarding house. I quite liked it!

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    The College Club of Boston

    The College Club of Boston

    4.7(55 reviews)
    2.5 miBack Bay
    Private events
    Established in 1890

    I can't recommend The College Club of Boston enough. It's a beautiful victorian style building. Old…read morefashioned, but truly iconic. I was staying for 2 nights, my first time in the city. I was very unsure which area to stay in, but I'm so happy I chose CCB because the location is absolutely perfect. Back Bay is very nice and safe. You even have a wonderful park just outside the doorstep to walk around, and the lovely Boston Commons only two blocks away. Check-in/out was one of the most seamless experiences I've had with hotels/airbnbs. I didn't have to check in with anyone, and I received the door code a few days before. They have a lovely dining room for guests with homemade cookies, fruit, coffee and tea. Unfortunately I didn't take advantage of the breakfast, but I'm sure it's great too. CCB is really the perfect mix of a hotel and bed/breakfast. I was unsure about doing the solo room with a shared bathroom, but other than having to wait for the other guest to finish his shower so I could take an urgent bio break, it was no issue at all and I would hands down do it again. I'm pretty sure the other floors have a bathroom if you absolutely need it though. For the location, price, comfort, and amenities, College Club of Boston is a no brainer. I got the please to quickly meet the GM on my way out, and she is super sweet. I even left my airpods in the room, and without hesitation they are shipping them back to me. 5 starts forsure.

    We had our wedding ceremony here. It was absolutely perfect. We had 12 guests total, but the space…read morecould definitely accommodate a considerably larger party. The venue itself was breathtakingly beautiful, clean, and presentable. We requested a charcuterie board, champagne, and fruit platter, and it was stunningly displayed and high quality. There was a great mini-bar. Anna the manager was very responsive and accommodating. I am extremely pleased with our experience and would 100% recommend this venue!

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    The Morrison House - The 11-plus mile Minuteman Bikeway connects Davis Square to Arlington, Lexington, and Bedford

    The Morrison House

    4.4(8 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    I stayed for three nights. It was my first time staying by myself while traveling in the US. I had…read morea wonderful time - I thought that the lock system that does not require keys was very clever (I don't know if I can mention it in detail, so I will keep my description this way) - it allows the guests to enter whenever they want. I flew in late to Boston so I entered the house really late, but there was no problem! At the Morrison House, I stayed at the Little Room - it was very cozy and cute, perfect size for a young girl like myself. The bed was nice and I slept very well. It was also nice to have a heating system that I can adjust perfectly. I shared a bathroom with the guests in the Davis Room, which was no problem because I shower at night and no one else did. The bathroom was kept very clean and, also very cute. I also liked how the guests have chance to meet each other when they all come down for breakfast between 8-9 am. Since I mostly get to talk with people of my age back in school, it was a refreshing feeling to get to know older couples, etc. The Morrison House is in a perfect little college town too. I got to enjoy some great foods, including the hamburger shop that was introduced in Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, one of my favorite TV show! :D The fee was also reasonable, so I would like to give Morrison House a five-star! I would definitely come back if there is an occasion.

    I heartily recommend this place. Very charming, and the owners are knowledgeable about 2 of…read moreBoston's biggest "industries," tech and early music. Bathrooms are spacious and clean, and sound doesn't carry between the rooms. There's a lovely back yard, and ample parking (v. important in Boston). Steps from the subway. Two thumbs up. Oh, I forgot to mention: their cat, Sebastian, is very friendly and wants you to enjoy your stay. If you're feeling down, he may follow you up to your room so you can scratch him behind the ears and rub his tummy.

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    A Cambridge House Inn - Our room

    A Cambridge House Inn

    3.0(29 reviews)
    1.5 miPorter Square, North Cambridge

    The Inn has two buildings with many rooms…read more Great location, short walk from Davis Sq. T Stop, on a major boulevard, easy to find. Staff was easy to communicate with since we had plane delays for Check in and wanted to pay cash (they also leave after 11 pm and you need a code). Luckily, they gave us good info and got there around 9:30 PM so we were able to take care of business as we hoped. They are around if you need help. We didn't need room cleaning (stayed for 4 nights) because we had everything we need: toiletries, towels, etc. Big nice room (we stayed in the other building, the white one), got a contemporary one with own bathroom (rates are more reasonable here that in downtown Boston where there are still hotels w. shared bathrooms-not interested!). Room was clean, had lots of furniture to put your things on. Nice sheets, comfy bed and pillows. Fridge, microwave, tea kettle, everything you need. Cute backyard behind with vegetation and flowers. Pretty quiet, no parties, the other people staying here were decent. Many kitchens around- didn't use and cute common areas for eating, reading, hanging out. No Breakfast, they didn't bring it back since the pandemic. They offer complimentary coffee, tea and filtered water. We got pastries across at Pemberton Farms, a nice Market. Small Bathroom (happy to have it), low water pressure and the toilet seat needs to be replaced, very loose. Old buildings, you can hear creaking and people walking around (we were on ground level), but quiet overall! Safe location, the inn has character being located in an old Victorian house with its quirky decor, in a cool area with shops and restaurants around. Good option for Boston area where hotels are so pricey! Unique option for our stay!

    Cambridge House' excellent location is near Harvard Square and Porter Station. The accommodations…read moreare clean and staff helpful. Enjoyed the living room area downstairs with coffee in the morning. I'll stay here again on my next trip to Boston!

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    Narrow stairway - view from 3rd floor down. Previously a servant's stairway?? (Note there is another wider stairway available.

    Bowers House - Living Room

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    4.0(11 reviews)
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    I had a wonderful stay at the Bowers House, and it was much better than I expected. A large…read morecomfortable bed, a private bathroom, a closet, and a TV. They have a large living room with comfortable couches. Their kitchen is accessible 24/7, and you can store your food there, just make sure to label everything. The Bowers House is very close to the Red Line, which you can hop on to get to Harvard, MIT, and more. The host Steven was warm and friendly and took the time to show me around the kitchen and loves getting to know his guests. As others have pointed out, the breakfast is simple, heavy on carbs and a variety of milks for protein. Other than that, I will definitely come back. For the location, amenities, and the low cost, it is very well worth it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    I've stayed around Davis Square a few times but Steven and Christina's place is the absolute best…read moreI've experienced. Not only does it have the best price, but far and away it has the best location. My room was comfortable, peaceful, and quiet while being literal steps away from the most vibrant cafes and restaurants of Davis Square. A lovely continental breakfast was served each morning, and I loved getting to know the hosts better. (Just note that you should bring your own conditioner if you need it--but soap and shampoo are provided for the showers.) Cannot recommend Bowers House enough!

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