Ginkgo House on Harvard

3.0 star property
Inn within easy reach of Harvard University

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Garden
Standard Doble Room | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Microwave, oven, stovetop, toaster oven
Experience the charm of Cambridge at Ginkgo House on Harvard, near Harvard Square and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Unwind in the garden or connect to WiFi from the comfort of your room. Outdoor furniture and barbecue grills are available for a relaxing retreat.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Picnic area
  • Gas grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Gas grill(s)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Doble Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Private Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Private Family Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Single Room With Share Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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288 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA, 02139

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Boston University - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Fenway Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • TD Garden - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 23 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 34 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 38 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 41 min drive
  • Portsmouth, NH (PSM-Portsmouth Intl.) - 74 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 6 min drive
  • Ball Square Station - 7 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 19 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 8 min walk
  • Harvard Square Station - 15 min walk
  • Kendall-MIT Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Dumpling House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Burger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Andala Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪1369 Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Life Alive - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ginkgo House on Harvard

Ginkgo House on Harvard puts you just a 5-minute drive from Harvard University and Harvard Square. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and wired internet. Also, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Boston University are just a 5-minute drive away. Public transportation is close by: Central Square Station is just 8 minutes by foot.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Gas grills

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and free wired internet

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster oven
  • Free bottled water
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Cleaning supplies

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Property Registration Number C0344430491

Also known as

Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn
Ginkgo House on Harvard Cambridge
Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Ginkgo House on Harvard?

No, this inn doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Ginkgo House on Harvard and nearby?

Ginkgo House on Harvard has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Ginkgo House on Harvard like?

Ginkgo House on Harvard is a short 8-minute walk from Central Square Station and 13 minutes' walk from Harvard University.

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