What is Kendall Square like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Cambridge's Kendall Square neighborhood. Are you looking for Kendall Square travel tips? Be sure to check out Kendall Square and MIT Museum while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Kendall Square?

Based on our traveler data, Boston Marriott Cambridge is one of the top choices for your stay in Kendall Square. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour health club.

How many hotels are there in Kendall Square?

Expedia has 73 hotels and other accommodations in Kendall Square to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Cambridge area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kendall Square, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Kendall Square.

What can I see and do in this Cambridge neighborhood?

Bring the family to MIT Museum, Cambridge Center Roof Garden, and Entrepreneur Walk of Fame while exploring all Kendall Square has to offer. You could also plan a visit to Kendall Square or The Foundry while you're in the neighborhood. Don't miss favorite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Fenway Park, Copley Square, and TD Garden. When you're sightseeing in Cambridge, Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Harvard Square are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Kendall Square and the greater Cambridge area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Kendall-MIT Station is the closest metro station.

Kendall Square Hotels, Boston

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Our top choices for Kendall Square hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, glass walls, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

1. Boston Marriott Cambridge

Kendall Square

Diana

P9,315 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern living room with a fireplace, two grey sofas, a round table with candles, and a coffee table with a blue vase.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge

Kendall Square

steve

P9,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

3. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Kendall Square

Aimin

P17,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A bar with two drinks, a candle, and a cityscape view at dusk.

4. The Royal Sonesta Boston

East Cambridge, 0.9 km from Kendall Square

Erica

P10,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a bar with stools.

5. Hampton Inn Boston Logan Airport Chelsea

4.7 km from Kendall Square

Edwin J Ruiz

P7,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern living room with a fireplace, a blue sofa, and a herringbone wood floor.

6. The Whitney Hotel

1.3 km from Kendall Square

Brian

P21,255 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A transparent dome structure with a metal framework, a glass floor, and a metal railing.

7. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

2.7 km from Kendall Square

kun

P8,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing views of the outside.

8. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2.7 km from Kendall Square

Mary

P9,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of Fenway Park.

9. Hotel Commonwealth

2 km from Kendall Square

Meredith

P13,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of a cityscape with a bridge.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

2.1 km from Kendall Square

Devon

P13,108 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious hotel lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a blue carpet.

11. Embassy Suites Boston Logan Airport

4.5 km from Kendall Square

Monna

P9,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A shower area with a grab bar, a bench, and a shelf with toiletries.

12. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge

MIT, 2 km from Kendall Square

Jurian M Gil

P11,132 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A buffet area with various food items, a coffee station, and a seating area in the background.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center

3.7 km from Kendall Square

Carmelina

P6,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A modern hotel with a prominent Hampton Inn sign, featuring a multi-story structure with a central courtyard and a landscaped area.

14. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

4.6 km from Kendall Square

Patricia

P8,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and chairs.

15. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

4.4 km from Kendall Square

Ronald

P11,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a white armchair, and a coffee table. There are framed botanical illustrations on the wall and a large window with hanging glass terrariums.

16. Hotel 1868

Porter Square, 3.8 km from Kendall Square

Megan B

P7,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple levels, and a fountain.

17. Hilton Boston Logan Airport

5.2 km from Kendall Square

Leslie

P10,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

A street view of Sweeney's on Boylston with outdoor seating and pedestrians.

18. The Lenox Hotel Boston

1.8 km from Kendall Square

Marcos

P21,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown / South End

3.5 km from Kendall Square

Esther

P9,906 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A bar area with a city view, bar stools, and a bar counter.

20. citizenM Boston Back Bay

1.9 km from Kendall Square

Yvette

P8,545 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

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Compare popular hotels in Kendall Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,014 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Cambridge	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Boston Marriott Cambridge	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Archer Hotel Boston/Burlington	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View

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