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About this property

Bowers House offers modern accommodation in Somerville, conveniently located right in Davis Square and a 20-minute metro ride from Boston city centre. Free parking is available and continental breakfast is served daily. The metro station is less than a 5-minute walk. The modern rooms here will provide you with a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning and an iPod docking station. Continental breakfast is served daily, including fresh pastries, fruits, Greek yogurt, apple and orange juice, soy milk, variety of cereals, gourmet coffee, and regular and herbal tea. Guests can relax on the lovely outdoor porch. Other facilities offered include luggage storage and free Wi-Fi access. The bed and breakfast is 2.2 km from Harvard University and 1.3 km from Tufts University. Several dining options are located within walking distance.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Matilda
    Switzerland Switzerland
    A lovely place, with very helpful hosts, and super practical location right at Davies Square and close to the T!
  • Athanasios
    Greece Greece
    Everything: amazing cool neighbourhood with lots of cafés, bars and restaurants options! Easy access to Boston downtown (metro station Davis Square only 5 minutes walking distance)! Homelike accommodation with all amenities and decent breakfast...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great all round! Could not fault anything at all and Steven & Christina were wonderful. Superb!!
  • Pandit
    India India
    The thought , the process and the amenities . Christina and Steven were kind and made you feel so at home
  • Leonis
    Belgium Belgium
    Hosts will serve you 100% and provide you with any information you need to visit Boston! Great location, public transport really close & cosy neighbourhood.
  • Maciej
    Poland Poland
    Great location close to vivid Davis Square, but still far enough to sleep well with no big noises from outside. Great helpful hosts and comfy room with all necessary facilities.
  • Wu
    United States United States
    We had an amazing stay at this charming guesthouse. The location was quiet and scenic, yet just a short walk from the main attractions. The room was clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated with all necessary amenities. Our host was very kind...
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The host Steven was so helpful giving great information about the area and tips on the best places to eat and visit. The location was very accessible i.e.close to train station The bed was sooo comfortable.
  • Nidia
    Mexico Mexico
    Great and confortable place in a good location, a few blocks from the metro. Includes breakfast. Nice host :)
  • Kerrie
    Ireland Ireland
    We loved Christina and Stevens place. It's in an amazing location and they are both brilliant hosts. They were so welcoming and helpful, giving us local tips and tricks around Boston. I would 100% stay here again whenever we travel back to Boston....

Hosted by Christina and Steven

9.7
Host review score
Christina and Steven
Bowers House is a contemporary style, newly renovated, bed and breakfast. We offer free parking, private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, 32" LCD TV with HD channels, rooms with queen or king size beds, and other amenities.
A couple minute walk to the Davis Square subway station, Bowers House is two stops from Harvard Square, four stops from MIT, and a short commute to downtown Boston, Copley Square, Newbury Street, Symphony Hall, the Theatre District, the North End, and several museums and historical sites. Bowers House is also within walking distance to Tufts University. Bowers House is located in the center of vibrant Davis Square in Somerville, Massachusetts. Davis Square, named one of the fifteen "hippest places to live" in the United States by the Utne Reader in 1997, is home to cafés, restaurants, music clubs, boutiques, theatres, and much more.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

Bowers House BnB Harvard MIT Cambridge Boston takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:30
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Check-out
Until 11:00
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Child policies

Children older than 10 years are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

10 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please inform Bowers House BnB Harvard MIT Cambridge Boston in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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.