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Ginkgo House on Harvard

288 Harvard StSee map

£ 220.12per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 25 Oct

Top reasons for booking
With a stay at Ginkgo House on Harvard in Cambridge (Central Square), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. This guesthouse is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Boston University and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Northeastern University.
Popular facilities
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
4.9/5Fantastic 81 reviews
Exploring the area
Central Square Station, 500m, About 8 mins from hotel by foot
The Purple House, 800m, About 13 mins from hotel by foot
Harvard University Art Museums, 1.0km, About 16 mins from hotel by foot
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Classic Room
1 double bed or bigger
7
Standard Doble Room
2 beds
7
Superior Room
2 beds
10
Deluxe Room
Multiple beds
9
Family Room
1 double bed or bigger
11
Private Studio Suite
2 beds
11
Private Family Suite
Multiple beds

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Reviews

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4.9/5.0

Fantastic

81 reviews
Location
0.0
Services offered
5.0
Cleanliness
4.8
Atmosphere & facilities
4.5
All
4.5+
3.0+
Haley
Reviewed: 3 Apr 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

My stay was amazing and I will definitely be staying at Ginkgo House if I ever find myself in Cambridge again! Staff was incredibly kind and accommodating, my room was very clean, and the potential noise that was mentioned was very minimal and did not cause any issues!
said
Reviewed: 1 Apr 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

Excellent little hotel
James
Reviewed: 4 Feb 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay · For leisure

Room was very clean . When in that area I will choose to stay here again !
Zehao
Reviewed: 25 Nov 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Cozy
Thomas
Reviewed: 28 Oct 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay · For leisure

Ginkgo is a small hotel near Central Square primarily serving the community connected to Harvard and MIT. The property feels like a small inn or private home and is located in a residential area. My room (#15) was on the ground floor off the lobby, with a comfortable king size bed, chair and desk, and bathroom. Clean, comfortable and quiet were the major characteristics. The hotel manager is a very sweet Chinese-American woman who personally engages with all the guests. Enjoyed my stay and would return.
Brian
Reviewed: 18 Oct 2025

4.0/5.0

Great

Stayed with partner · For leisure

Beautiful Victorian home, very clean and Nancy was lovely. Only issue for us was our room didn’t have a working bathroom fan so after showers our room was pretty humid. We did have a window air conditioning unit so we just turned that on to cool off the room. Would absolutely stay there again.
Francisco
Reviewed: 12 Oct 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family · For leisure

Everything was clean and staff was very hospitable
Deborah
Reviewed: 11 Oct 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family · For friends and family

Everything was nice, clean and a good neighborhood. Easy to grab a metro and only 15-20 min from the airport. Very nice staff.
Heather
Reviewed: 5 Oct 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Lovely property. Clean and convenient location with an attentive staff.
Stephanie
Reviewed: 29 Sep 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with friends · For friends and family

It’s been a wonderful stay! The staff is incredibly kind and helpful. Accommodations have been wonderful for many reasons- one, it’s very clean. The beds are so comfortable and it’s a charming place! It’s been an excellent experience and being walking distance to Harvard yard is just great.

Overview

Ginkgo House on Harvard

First open:2022-01-01
Rooms:19
Star rating:

With a stay at Ginkgo House on Harvard in Cambridge (Central Square), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. This guesthouse is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Boston University and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Northeastern University.

Description

With a stay at Ginkgo House on Harvard in Cambridge (Central Square), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University. This guesthouse is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Boston University and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Northeastern University.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Central Square Station

Metro stations
500m

Harvard Square Station

Metro stations
1.3km

Attractions

The Purple House

800m

Harvard University Art Museums

1.0km

MIT Museum

1.1km

The Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library

1.1km

Memorial Church

1.2km

Sanders Theater

1.2km

Semitic Museum

1.2km

Harvard Yard

1.2km
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
General
Non-smoking throughout
No elevator
Accessibility
Housekeeping
Garden
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Fast check-in
Fast check-out
Internet
Free wired internet
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 15:00 - Before 21:00

Latest check-out time:Before 11:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in descriptions

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

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

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