Ginkgo House on Harvard | Hotel in Cambridge

| 9.8 (79 Reviews) | 1 Bathroom

Central Square Hotel | Ginkgo House on Harvard

Hotel in Central Square, Cambridge

This smoke-free inn features dry cleaning, express check-in, and express check-out. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a garden, gas grills, and a picnic area are onsite.
Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request.
Ginkgo House on Harvard offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. This Cambridge inn provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

288 Harvard St, Cambridge, 02139, USA

Amenities

Air Conditioner

Balcony/Terrace

Security/Safety

Bedding/Linens

Wellness Facilities

Fireplace/Heating

Guest Services

Entertainment

Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms

Detached shared bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Soap

Towels

Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Rainfall showerhead

Toilet paper

Shampoo

Hair dryer

Bedroom

Heating

Portable fan

Air conditioning

Iron/ironing board

Breakfast

Shared kitchen access

Toaster oven

Microwave

Stovetop

Oven

Cleaning supplies

Free bottled water

Cookware/dishes/utensils

Parking

Onsite parking available only on request

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Front entrance ramp

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

This property does not have elevators

Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

General

Japanese

Chinese (Mandarin)

English

Smoke-free property

Guest Services

Microwave

Virtual front desk

Dry cleaning service

Housekeeping (on request)

Change of bedsheets (on request)

Change of towels (on request)

Luggage storage

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet

In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Garden

BBQ grill(s)

Picnic area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: 9:00 pm express check-in available minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 am express check-out available

Child Policy

Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

Pets not allowed

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 guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking property registration number c0344430491 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Reviews

James

Feb 4, 2026 10:18:22 PM

Review Score: 10

Summary: Room was very clean . When in that area I will choose to stay here again !

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Room Arrangement

Room Info	Facilities
Deluxe Room Room Size: m² 3 Queen Bed and Twin Beds	General No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Family Room Room Size: m² 1 Queen Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Superior Room Room Size: m² 2 Queen Bed and Twin Sofa Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Doble Room Room Size: m² 2 Double Beds	General No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Private Studio Suite Room Size: m² 2 Queen Bed and Double Sofa Bed	General Number of living rooms 0, No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Private Family Suite Room Size: m² 3 Queen Bed, Double Bed and Double Sofa Bed	General No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 3, Number of living rooms 1, Bed count minimum 3
Standard Single Room With Share Bath Room Size: 200 square feet m² 1 Double Bed	General No rollaway/extra beds, Ping - 6, Square meters - 19, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square feet - 200
Classic Room Room Size: m² 1 Queen Bed	General No rollaway/extra beds, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1

FAQ's

Is this Ginkgo House on Harvard pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Ginkgo House on Harvard have a swimming pool?

No, this Ginkgo House on Harvard does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Best-rates for the Ginkgo House on Harvard starts from $271 per night with includes Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, Fireplace/Heating with all other facilities. Hotala matches every traveler with their perfect hotel, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Ginkgo House on Harvard a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Ginkgo House on Harvard wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Ginkgo House on Harvard has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Ginkgo House on Harvard indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Ginkgo House on Harvard?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Ginkgo House on Harvard are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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Nightly rates from:

US $271