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Hotel 1868 | Hotel in Cambridge

| 9.4 (1005 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Porter Square Hotel | Hotel 1868

Hotel in Porter Square, Cambridge

Hotel with a coffee shop, near Harvard University
Along with a 24-hour fitness center, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour business center and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, valet parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and a business center are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel 1868 offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.


Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
  • Business Services
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Toiletries
  • Guest Services
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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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 available express check-out available
Payment Policy 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.
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Other Policy 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 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 special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed tax id - c0016100491 the name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation this property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
 
1868 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, 02140, United States

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Jul 11, 2025 04:20:27 AM
Summary: Great location close to the Red Line. Easy to get around. Very clean and comfortable stay. $28 to park but that’s typical. Would stay again!
Timothy L Timothy L
Jul 8, 2025 05:27:55 AM
Summary: the reception staff were rude! We had to change rooms becuase the room was dirty. they made everything really hard.
Ruth Ruth
Jul 6, 2025 09:31:59 AM
Summary: Clean, beautifully styled, helpful and responsive staff, great location.
Melanie Melanie
Jun 23, 2025 07:05:00 PM
Summary: The location is excellent, the staff was friendly. The room was compact, but well organized. The bed was clean and the linens very nice, but the bed was too soft.
Caroline Caroline
Jun 17, 2025 07:05:00 PM
Summary: Given the hotel’s excellent reviews, I was looking forward to my stay here, understanding that the concept of the hotel was to give you limited but well thought out amenities. What I found was a little more complicated. First, to start with the positive: the hotel is very well situated across from Palmer Square, which offers a lot of shopping, including a 24hour CVS, and is very well connected to public transportation. A long pleasant walk, short bus ride, or very short T ride connects you to Harvard Square. I found the bed to be exceptionally comfortable, water pressure was good, and the room was a comfortable size for a single traveler. The front desk staff was very friendly during business hours, and management gave me a Now to start with the reasons I gave the hotel a mixed review. The night staff seemed significantly less friendly. In-room amenities were limited (I had to specifically request a luggage rack and shower cap), and there is no minibar or mini fridge. They seem to be running the hotel with a skeleton housekeeping crew, so housekeeping is only available upon request and no one is available to address housekeeping issues after hours. The hotel apparently uses water softener to counteract the hardness of the local water and seemingly overcorrected
Jun 17, 2025 12:58:47 AM
Summary: Good location for transit. Rooms are very small - almost felt like I was in NYC or Tokyo!!
Robert Robert
Jun 6, 2025 01:32:29 AM
Summary: great service and unique experience
Jacob Jacob
Jun 2, 2025 06:20:23 PM
Summary: I liked the cleanliness of it.
John John
Jun 1, 2025 08:57:15 PM
Summary: The Porter subway station is close to the hotel. The hotel is clean and the staff is friendly. The bed is comfortable. I would stay there again.
Mario Mario
Jun 1, 2025 06:32:02 AM
Summary: Great location close to lots of things. Nicely decorated cozy room.
Kristina Kristina

FAQ's

Is this Hotel 1868 pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Hotel 1868 have a swimming pool?

No, this Hotel 1868 does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Hotel 1868?

Best-rates for the Hotel 1868 starts from $196 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Wheelchair Accessible, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Toiletries, Guest Services, Laundry, Business Services, Fireplace/Heating, TV, Child Friendly, Parking, Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, Internet, Kitchen StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Hotel 1868 a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Hotel 1868 wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Hotel 1868 is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Hotel 1868?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Hotel 1868 indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Hotel 1868?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Hotel 1868 are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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