Went for Parents' Day at HLS, and we really enjoyed staying at The Charles Hotel. It's much closer to everything than local maps indicate. Quickest check-in ever, very friendly. If you forgot to bring reading material, there's a library near Reception where you can borrow a book. Had a quick bowl of soup at Henrietta's Table, a local-products, homemade everything-sort... more

If you want to make your trip to Boston or Cambridge enjoyable, whether it's business or personal, the Charles Hotel should be your first choice because it matches up so well with the community and local culture. Sophisticated and relaxed at the same time, dignified but fun, the Charles reflects the most attractive qualities of both Harvard and Boston. The... more

I have stayed in this hotel many times for business and find it to be top notch. The staff are incredibly helpful and friendly. more

My husband stayed here on business a few years ago and liked it, so we stayed with our 2 kids (5 & 8) for a weekend. There was a problem with the reservation (mix up about arrival dates), but the front desk handled it smoothly. The hotel is elegant and understated. Our room was clean and well-appointed. The kids LOVED... more

This hotel is lovely to look at with staff that is unpretentious but professional. . The room was good sized and immaculate. The staff was extremely accommodating and gracious. Not one person gave us that dull stare or go-away posture or pretentiousness. They were just polite and helpful. The restaurants (we ate at both) were excellent. Wired. Location is right... more

So we have stayed at the Charles a few times...the other option of the Harvard Square Hotel isn't much better than a motel! The rooms are quite nice and spacious,comfy beds and one of those cool tv in the bathroom mirror thingys. it's def on the expensive side for what it is though but you pay for loaction. The food... more

Front desk was great - easy check-in, etc. When I requested a late check-out on the day of, they were very accomodating and said it was no problem. Clean and elegant, the hotel is a great choice if you're visiting Cambridge. There was nothing extremely special about the hotel, it was nice and everything I expected/paid for. more

I just got back from the Charles Hotel yesterday and we had a wonderful time, the staff is friendly and very helpful. The hotel is gorgeous, rooms are comfy, love the touch with the quilts on the beds. Centrally located and really lovely, but the parking is a bit pricey although convenient, under the hotel. I would definitely go back... more

My wife was attending a program at Harvard, my son and I decided to tag along. Reserving a stay at The Charles was the best idea. From my first interactions with the staff, I was impressed. The property is in the heart of Cambridge and really in a great location. Harvard is just outside, the "T" ( subway ) is... more