Irving House at Harvard
Bed and breakfast, 3-star24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, United StatesShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, food and service.
8.7694Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.0 out of 10, at 24 Irving Street.
Charming Guesthouse near Harvard University
Cozy Accommodations: The Irving House at Harvard offers comfortable rooms and a warm atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing stay near Harvard University.
Convenient Amenities: Enjoy a delicious free daily breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and access to an on-site library, guest-use refrigerator, and laundry facilities.
Prime Location: Situated in the heart of Harvard Square, guests are just steps away from Harvard University, MIT, local shops, and downtown Boston attractions.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Luggage storage
Rooms
8.7
Fabulous
Rated 8.7 out of 10 by 694 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.5
- Service9.0
- Location9.0
- Rooms8.5
- Amenities8.5
- Value8.5
- Food & drink9.0
Guests mention
Great breakfastFriendly staffGood location
JaneUnited StatesNice breakfast, kept well stocked throughout the breakfast hours. Even though only a few blocks from lots of Harvard buildings, this was just far enough away and on a side street so that it was quiet. Very close to…
YixuanChina很不错，如果以后再来哈佛附近还会选择。
房间比较小，但是也够用了。位置很好，幽静的同时离可参观的景点也很近。虽然房子比较老，但是很干净。工作人员都很热情，提供早餐（味道不错）并且可以在check out 后寄存行李（帮大忙了）。没有电梯，但是我的行李不重就还好。如果行李多的话慎选。
Jeffrey HerbertSGVery friendly staff and breakfast is gorgeous!!
Nothing at all
AlanaUnited StatesGreat
Very cutesy.
Floors were loud.
LamaUnited StatesToo expensive for the small room and shared bathroom.
The staff are friendly and the location is umbeatable
The rooms are very small. I could hardly move around.
GoreeUnited StatesThe B&B has a lot of character. I would gladly stay there again, given the opportunity. The breakfast serving area was well organized, the dining area was nice, and the food was good. The coffee was good, too. I liked…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA, United States
Guests rate the location 9.0 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Irving House at Harvard
What time is check-in and check-out at Irving House at Harvard?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Irving House at Harvard allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Irving House at Harvard have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Irving House at Harvard have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Irving House at Harvard?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Irving House at Harvard?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Irving House at Harvard?
24 Irving Street, Cambridge, MA.
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