What is West Cambridge like?

West Cambridge is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Make sure that you visit Mount Auburn Cemetery and American Repertory Theater as part of your West Cambridge travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in West Cambridge?

Based on our traveller data, The Charles Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in West Cambridge. This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Harvard University, and it offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants.

How many hotels are there in West Cambridge?

If you're searching for places to stay in Cambridge, choose from one of Expedia's 12 hotels and other accommodation options in West Cambridge.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in West Cambridge, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in West Cambridge.

What is there to do in this Cambridge neighbourhood?

You can check out a show at American Repertory Theater, Brattle Theatre and The Sinclair while you're in West Cambridge. Mount Auburn Cemetery and Charles River Reservation are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Fenway Park and Harvard Square are some popular places to visit in the area around West Cambridge. When you're sightseeing in Cambridge, Hooper-Lee-Nichols House and American Legion - Marsh Post 442 are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in West Cambridge, Boston - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for West Cambridge hotels

The Charles Hotel with outdoor seating and a garden area.

1. The Charles Hotel

West Cambridge

Andre

Rp7.436.678 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a statue, and a brick building with windows.

2. Sheraton Commander Hotel

West Cambridge

Elizabeth

Rp3.560.926 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a red chair, a small table with a book, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to an outdoor area.

3. Cambridge Common House

West Cambridge

stacie

Rp3.970.972 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A transparent dome structure with a metal framework, a glass floor, and a metal railing.

4. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge

2.3 km from West Cambridge

Bilal

Rp2.462.062 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a white armchair, and a coffee table. There are framed botanical illustrations on the wall and a large window with hanging glass terrariums.

5. Hotel 1868

Porter Square, 1.8 km from West Cambridge

Megan B

Rp2.560.647 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Watertown Boston

2.5 km from West Cambridge

Emma

Rp2.223.728 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bar area with wicker chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.

7. Porter Square Hotel

Porter Square, 1.9 km from West Cambridge

Gerardo

Rp2.560.647 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing views of the outside.

8. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2.6 km from West Cambridge

Mary

Rp2.741.890 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A restaurant with a long dining area, high ceilings, and exposed beams. Tables are set with glassware and centerpieces.

9. The Dagny Boston

7.1 km from West Cambridge

Beckey

Rp3.658.072 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of Fenway Park.

10. Hotel Commonwealth

4.6 km from West Cambridge

Meredith

Rp4.337.840 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A restaurant with wooden flooring, multiple dining tables, and hanging chandeliers.

11. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

6.6 km from West Cambridge

Richard B

Rp3.890.249 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and chairs.

12. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

8.7 km from West Cambridge

Ronald

Rp3.361.684 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

The exterior of the Harborside Inn Boutique Hotel with a glass entrance, numbered room 185, and two large potted plants at the entrance.

13. Harborside Inn Of Boston

7.1 km from West Cambridge

Virgilio

Rp2.453.446 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A waterfront cityscape with high-rise buildings, a bridge, and a river.

14. Seaport Hotel Boston

8.4 km from West Cambridge

Ebony

Rp3.730.707 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple levels, and a fountain.

15. Hilton Boston Logan Airport

9.3 km from West Cambridge

Jay

Rp2.857.430 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent Hampton Inn sign, featuring a multi-story structure with a central courtyard and a landscaped area.

16. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

8.8 km from West Cambridge

Shannon

Rp2.587.862 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern restaurant with round tables and chairs, large windows with a city view, and a geometric patterned floor.

17. Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport

8.3 km from West Cambridge

Rich

Rp4.226.464 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A cityscape with a prominent hotel featuring a classic facade, a modern high-rise, and a historic building with arched windows.

18. The Westin Copley Place, Boston, a Marriott Hotel

5.7 km from West Cambridge

Francine

Rp4.369.124 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bar area with a city view, bar stools, and a bar counter.

19. citizenM Boston Back Bay

5 km from West Cambridge

Yvette

Rp2.641.524 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A grand entrance with an arched doorway, two large potted plants, and ornate lanterns.

20. Hotel AKA Back Bay

6 km from West Cambridge

Amit

Rp5.074.467 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in West Cambridge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cambridge Common House	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 58 reviews	View
The Charles Hotel	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Sheraton Commander Hotel	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 446 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Hotel 1868	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,012 reviews	View

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