Irving House at Harvard | Bed & Breakfast in Cambridge

Q: How much does it cost per night to stay in Irving House at Harvard?

Best-rates for the Irving House at Harvard starts from $195 per night with includes Security/Safety, Restaurant, Internet, Wheelchair Accessible, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Air Conditioner, View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility 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.

| 8.6 (519 Reviews) | 21 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 11 Guests

Mid-Cambridge Bed & Breakfast | Irving House at Harvard

21 Bedroom Bed & Breakfast in Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge

Located 755 feet from the famed Harvard University and set in the heart of Harvard Square, this charming guest house offers cozy accommodations, a delicious free daily breakfast and an on-site library. The Irving House at Harvard provides a warm and friendly atmosphere along with a guest-use refrigerator, free wireless internet access and free daily newspapers. The property also offers on-site laundry facilities along with discounted passes to a nearby fitness center. Guests staying at the Harvard Irving House are 1.7 mi away from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology as well as charming shops and local restaurants. The sites of downtown Boston are also 3.7 mi away.

Irving House at Harvard is located in Cambridge.

This 21 Bedrooms Bed & Breakfast is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, View, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 519 reviews with the average score of 8.6 . Coming to Cambridge and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Bed & Breakfast for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 21 Bedrooms Bed & Breakfast if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Cambridge. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Irving House at Harvard in Cambridge is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Irving House at Harvard”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Bed & Breakfast, please let us know.

Unique Amenities

Air Conditioner
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet

Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cancellation policy Free cancellation

Pet Policy Pets are not allowed

Other Policy When booking for 3 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. reservations for 3 rooms or more require full prepayment and can only be refunded if canceled two weeks prior to arrival, please note, parking is limited, please note, there is no elevator at this property.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Apr 14, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Charming little Inn close to Harvard campus. Friedly staff. Large room. Nice breakfast.

Negative: Since it is an old house, walking inside the room was a bit noisy, but nothing uncomfortable.

Summary: Visiting Harvard University

Thiago, USA

Apr 10, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Apr 1, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: business

Positive: Excellent, friendly, efficient place. Staff are unobtrusive. It is old style, no doubt, and perhaps should be renovated, but it is a good deal and very well run. Location is superb.

Negative: Old fittings: truly antique!

Summary: Great for one night while hard at work.

Nigel, USA

Mar 22, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Great breakfast and cozy atmosphere. Close to Harvard.

Negative: You can hear everything and it was hard to sleep when people were coming in late.

Summary: A nice place to stay

Vivian, USA

Mar 20, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Location was fantastic

Bernadette, United Kingdom

Mar 17, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Hearty breakfast Comfy room

Negative: Nothing so far

An Khanh, Vietnam

Feb 22, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Nice area, great breakfast. Quaint building.

Negative: It is difficult to park because of the location

Summary: Convenient to Harvard

Astrid, USA

Feb 2, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: My visit to boston was joyfull and pleasant thanks to the location of the hotel wich was near to main things I planned to do during my visit to boston.transportations restaurants and main accomaodations and sites.

Negative: almost everytging

Summary: quite confortable and embrassing

EL HASSANE, Morocco

Jun 11, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: business

Positive: Very clean and affordable.

Negative: The bed sheets weren’t my favorite, but i can’t really complain still slept well.

Summary: I stayed there one night and left the following morning. Very easy check in and check out!

Ivan, USA

Jun 7, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Home comfy feel.

Aseem, India

FAQ's

Is this Irving House at Harvard pet-friendly for guests?

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

What time is check-in & check-out at Irving House at Harvard?

Check-in time for Irving House at Harvard starts counting from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Irving House at Harvard have a swimming pool?

No, this Irving House at Harvard 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 Irving House at Harvard?

Best-rates for the Irving House at Harvard starts from $195 per night with includes Security/Safety, Restaurant, Internet, Wheelchair Accessible, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Air Conditioner, View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility 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 Irving House at Harvard 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 bed & breakfast 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the bed & breakfast has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Irving House at Harvard wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Irving House at Harvard 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 Irving House at Harvard?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Irving House at Harvard indicates 1 day stay policy at this bed & breakfast. 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 Irving House at Harvard?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Irving House at Harvard are as follows: Free cancellation 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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US $195