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Ginkgo House on Harvard

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Garden
Private Family Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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288 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA, 02139
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Doble Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Doble Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private Studio Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Private Studio Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private Family Suite | Living area

Private Family Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Ginkgo House on Harvard

This smoke-free guesthouse 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 on-site. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request.
Ginkgo House on Harvard offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. This Cambridge guest house provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi 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 baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
During your stay at Ginkgo House on Harvard, you'll be within walking distance of Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and dry cleaning service.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and wired Internet
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage and a virtual front desk
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard University
As a guest of Ginkgo House on Harvard, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Ginkgo House on Harvard also features dry cleaning/laundry services, express check-in, and express check-out.

This 3-star Cambridge guest house is smoke free.

Property amenities

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration 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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 on-site 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
This property does not have a front desk. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests.
Property Registration Number C0344430491

Property is also known as

Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn
Ginkgo House on Harvard Cambridge
Ginkgo House on Harvard Inn Cambridge

Ginkgo House on Harvard Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

James

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Room was very clean . When in that area I will choose to stay here again !
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and staff was very hospitable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal for stays near Harvard and MIT

Lovely property. Clean and convenient location with an attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kamyar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Staff very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful proprietors and beautiful property and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zehao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ulviyya

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful experience staying at the Ginko House. Very charming hotel in a beautiful neighborhood. The staff was thoughtful and very friendly. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chokchai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the atmosphere and the Japanese tradition to keep the place quiet and clean,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was nice, clean and a good neighborhood. Easy to grab a metro and only 15-20 min from the airport. Very nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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wonderful place and very welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic house...
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a nice spot with so much character and very comfortable beds. We slept great!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed to stay in the area. This was a good option and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Herve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay in a convenient location. The staff is super welcoming and willing to accommodate special request. I recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cambridge gem

A gem of a property located on a very quiet Cambridge street. Easy access to anything in Cambridge. Run by a delightful "innkeeper" who will make sure you have a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, delightful historic and tastefully remodeled. Walking distance to Harvard
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained, comfortable rooms that were thoughtfully provided. Excellent service and staff. Convenient location to all mass transit and a variety of dining options were in easy walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Man Yee

Liked: Amenities
The inn was walking distance to Harvard and local restaurants and markets. It was very clean and peaceful and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NAMTRAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend for a clean, comfortable and atmospheric stay in a historic Boston house. Easy, online check in and out. A great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to lay your head in a quiet serene environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming Alternative to Stale Hotels

The Ginkgo House is a lovely option for those seeking a cozy and beautiful stay over a standard hotel. They have various room options so make sure you select the best fit for you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025