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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3.0 star property
Boutique hotel within walking distance of Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Staircase leads to an upper level with a large American flag and decorative dog statues.
Relax in our spacious lobby with comfortable seating and a variety of lighting fixtures.
Experience the charm of The Kendall, a historic building with a classic, symmetrical facade and arched windows.
Compact kitchen with a checkered floor, stainless steel range hood, and microwave. Equipped with white cabinetry and a gold handle, a red shelf above the sink, a dish rack, and a coffee maker.
Freshly baked goods and hot beverages are available at this hotel's bakery.
In the heart of Boston, The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers a charming blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Enjoy a warm breakfast buffet, cozy up by the fireplace in the lobby, or get work done at the 24-hour business center. With multilingual staff and luggage storage on hand to help with your needs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is $197
$258 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room (Queen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Frette Italian bed sheets
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian bed sheets
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • TD Garden - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Massachusetts General Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Harvard University - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Northeastern University - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 16 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 20 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 36 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 44 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 44 min drive
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 4 min drive
  • Boston Ruggles Station - 7 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 27 min walk
  • Kendall-MIT Station - 1 min walk
  • Charles-MGH Station - 17 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Shy Bird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Area Four - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Legal Sea Foods - Kendall Square - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tatte - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Kendall Square. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking, and free perks include WiFi, wired Internet and buffet breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. This boutique hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Harvard University and Fenway Park. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall property condition. Public transportation is only a quick walk: Kendall-MIT Station is steps away.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 77 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Covered on-site self-parking (USD 52 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1895
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 122
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 29.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • In-room coffee
    • Nearby fitness centre access

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs USD 52 per night with in/out privileges

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID – C0015480491
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number C0494890491

Also known as

Hotel Kendall
Kendall Cambridge
Kendall Hotel
Kendall Hotel Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Cambridge
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Yes. Self-parking costs USD 52 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as boat tours, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse also has access to a nearby health club.

What's the area around The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse like?

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse is a short 1-minute walk from Kendall-MIT Station and 2 minutes' walk from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The local area is considered walkable, as well as being good for public transport.

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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was hot, well-stocked, and had a great selection. (146 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near a variety of excellent dining options. (11 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful little hotel!

Wonderful gem of a hotel! Excellent service, comfortable rooms and beds, perfect location close to the T. Above all the CLEANEST rooms we’ve ever seen (and we are careful and meticulous in our inspections due to allergies). Overall lovely, highly recommend!
maja, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Very happy with our stay. Nice cozy feeling room, excellent staff, clean, nice neighbourhood, excellent breakfast.
Jon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First class. Staff was outstanding and informative of places to visit, eat or an afternoon beverage. 🙏👏
Ricky, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A “must stay” if you’re in Boston

The Kendall Hotel is a hidden gem in the Boston area. Very comfortable welcoming and clean. Loved the decorations/history throughout the hotel. Wonderful breakfast! We will be back!
Sabrina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved it here. Super convenient location within 1 min walk to the Kendall/MIT station. The only complaint is that the morning of check-out it was SO hot/humid in the room, it was uncomfortable. We had the AC going as low temp as it would allow and it didnt help.
Holly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Shirley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Here for a graduation. Staff were so friendly and attentive. Room clean and nice, breakfast great.
Alicia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, comfortable and very well decorated hotel. Super friendly staff, excellent breakfast.
Fernanda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wi-Fi problems

Wi-Fi very inconsistent. Expected better breakfasts. Location is great but chaotic.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All was great. Room good size and comfortable. We will be back!!!!!
Walter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful historic property. Would definitely stay again. On site parking was a huge plus. Complimentary snacks and breakfast were great too!
Sean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful building and service was amazing! Great experience
casey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay

Quaint, comfortable, exceptionally quiet, very well located next to the T. Convenient and cute!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice boutique hotel in Cambridge

The elevator is very slow; if you need it, you're going to spend a lot of time waiting. Other than that, I can't say enough nice things about this hotel. The location is amazing. Within a few minutes walk, you can find the T station, dozens of restaurants, and a walking path along the Charles. The breakfast buffet is kept stocked and has better food than a typical continental breakfast. The room is about average size, with comfortable beds and attractive decor. The whole hotel has a nice (not overdone) patriotic theme with some cool firefighter memorabilia. We will definitely try to stay here again whenever we come back to Cambridge.
Benjamin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, right next to metro, great stay!
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Homey, great bed, lovely decor, good breakfast buffet, great location, easy to get Ubers, wonderful, accommodative staff, great shower water pressure, nice closet, everything!
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for getting around Boston. Rooms were great, breakfast offered was really solid. Highly recommend this spot.
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great neighborhood and within minutes you're on the T.
Collette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, quiet and cozy!
Aaron, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel!

Excellent accommodations! Staff is very friendly & accomodating. Room was immaculate. Breakfast was hot, well-stocked, etc. The only “complaint” & it is a minor one, is the water pressure in the shower was poor. I will definitely stay at the Kendall again!
Vicky, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Adorable and terrific service
Lynda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One night and it was excellent
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in MIT campus. Retro interior and exterior decoration, family suite is the best choice for traveling with children. Free breakfast is a plus, but it would be better to change the content of breakfast every day. Like this hotel
QIANG, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this! It was a unique space with the most comfortable bed ever! The staff was really nice and I would definitely stay there again.
Kori, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to MIT campus. Clean and comfy.
HO MAO, 1-night trip