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Ginkgo House on Harvard
Stroll through the lush garden, featuring a paved pathway leading to a seating area with a round table and chairs.

Ginkgo House on Harvard

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
$202 nightly
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Ginkgo House on Harvard
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Top landmarks in Boston

Fenway Park which includes a sporting event and night scenes as well as a large group of people

Fenway Park

Why not catch an event at Fenway Park, a major stadium in Fenway–Kenmore. If you think Fenway Park is cool, you also might like TD Garden and Agganis Arena, both located nearby.

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Check out reviews of Central Square hotels guests love

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed for the 2nd time for a Fenway concert in July. It's nice and dark and quiet to sleep in and a noontime checkout! It is very clean and convenient location to get to Fenway via Uber."
Lisa 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is Central Square expensive to stay in?
You can find great hotels from $176 in Central Square to suit a range of budgets. To find the best low-cost hotel on Hotels.com that meets your needs, apply your search filters and then sort hotels by "Price: low to high".
How can I find discounted rates and deals for Central Square hotels?
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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Central Square hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Central Square hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
What are some of the best pet-friendly hotels in Central Square?
Traveling with your pet doesn't mean sacrificing a great hotel stay. In Central Square, our travelers love:
  • Le Méridien Boston Cambridge has an average guest rating of 9 out of 10. To find more pet-friendly stays on Hotels.com, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pet friendly".
What are some of the best Central Square hotels for couples?
Le Méridien Boston Cambridge is a popular hotel with a restaurant, as well as champagne service in each guestroom. Find more romantic Central Square hotels by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".
Is it worth staying in Central Square?
You're spoilt for choice with 68 hotels in the area so it's easy to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in Central Square makes it easy to explore Cambridge, including the neighborhoods of Back Bay and Downtown Boston.
Which station is best for Central Square?
The main station in Central Square is Central Square Station.If you're staying at a hotel in Central Square, check out the nearest station so that you can get around and explore with ease.
What are some great hotels in Central Square with balconies?
There are some top hotels in Central Square that offer rooms with a balcony.
Are all taxes and fees included in the Central Square hotel prices shown on Hotels.com?
Hotels.com provides upfront pricing so you can relax knowing you won't be met with surprise additional fees or taxes when you're ready to confirm your booking. From the time you start your search on Hotels.com, the price you see is what you pay. This makes it much easier to compare properties and secure our best deal for your next getaway.

Find out more about Central Square

Find out more about Central Square

What's Central Square Like?

There's a lot visitors like about Central Square, especially its restaurants. Enjoy the neighborhood's art scene and bars. Take a campus tour or explore the area around Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Fenway Park and TD Garden are a couple of popular sights nearby.

Where are the Best Places to Stay in Central Square?

We have 67 accommodations in the neighborhood. Here are our travelers' top places to stay in Central Square:

Ginkgo House on Harvard

  • Free WiFi • Garden

Le Méridien Boston Cambridge

Hotel with restaurant, bar
  • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Garden • 24-hour front desk • Walkable location

How to Get to Central Square

Flying to:

  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base), 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Central Square
  • Logan International Airport (BOS), 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Central Square
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field), 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Central Square

Things to See and Do in and around Central Square

Things to See near Central Square:

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (0.6 mi/1 km away)
  • Harvard University (1.1 mi/1.7 km away)
  • Fenway Park (1.3 mi/2.2 km away)
  • TD Garden (2 mi/3.3 km away)
  • Boston University (1.1 mi/1.8 km away)

Things to Do near Central Square:

  • Central Square Theatre (0.2 mi/0.2 km away)
  • New England Aquarium (2.7 mi/4.4 km away)
  • Harvard Square (1 mi/1.6 km away)
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace (2.4 mi/3.9 km away)
  • Encore Boston Harbor (2.6 mi/4.2 km away)

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