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About this property
With machine age and industrial design influences, Hotel 1868 offers modern amenities in the Porter Square district of Cambridge. Complimentary WiFi is provided. Every accommodation features a Smart TV and a private bathroom stocked with premium bath products. An en suite safety deposit box is also included. Caffe Nero serves coffee, pastries, and sandwiches as well as other food items. Hotel 1868 also offers a business centre, fitness room and a front desk concierge. The property is close to several noted attractions and around 1.9 km from Brattle Theatre. Central Square is 2.1 km from the property. Logan Airport is 11 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Facilities for disabled guests
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Fiona
United Kingdom
“Lovely modern and clean room. Staff were lovely and helpful. Comfortable bed, great shower, tea & coffee making facilities, everything we needed for our stay. Close to shops, restaurants and public transport links. Walking distance from Harvard...” - Karen
United Kingdom
“The beds were comfy. Yes it's a small room but great storage solutions. Would definitely stay here again if in the area.” - Julie
United Kingdom
“Lovely hotel a coffee shop next door for breakfast opposite tube station in to boston about 6 stops” - Etienne
France
“convenient and well decorated hotel in the vicinity of Harvard University, well located on line 1” - Rhianydd
United Kingdom
“Clean, modern and great location for links to city Places to eat around it and easy to walk to Harvard Car parking was cheaper than elsewhere left the car with valet and didn’t need to worry about it for a few days Staff very helpful Lovely rooms” - Richard
United Kingdom
“Modern, stylish small hotel. Friendly welcome, comfy bed, very close to the subway station.” - Tiffany
Australia
“Brilliant location in the heart of Porter Square, great coffee shop next door, standard hotel room but nice vibe.” - Gill
United Kingdom
“Fantastic location. Near transport connections, and opposite great little shopping area for coffee, groceries, meals. Room great facilities, and compact. Staff amazingly helpful.” - Andybeale
United Kingdom
“Very convenient. Comfy bed. Super gym Helpful staff.” - Keith
United Kingdom
“Staff were great. Room was lovely. Shower was fantastic. Great coffee machine in the room. Easy to get to/from as the redl line subway to Boston was across the street and there was a bus stop outside. Supermarkets and restaurants were only a short...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.