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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

3.0 star property
Historic hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour business center

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Luxury 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Reception
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

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Room amenity

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Classic Room (Queen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Frette Italian linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142

What's nearby

  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Massachusetts General Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Harvard University - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • TD Garden - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Northeastern University - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kendall-MIT Station - 1 min walk
  • Boston Yawkey Station - 4 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shy Bird - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Area Four - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Row 34 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Legal Sea Foods - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tatte Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Historic boutique hotel near Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Located close to Massachusetts General Hospital and Prudential Tower, The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, a water dispenser, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 77 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Frette Italian sheets and free cribs/infant beds
  • Designer toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1895
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 25.51 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Nearby fitness center access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 52 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - C0015480491
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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 C0015480491

Property is 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

Is The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

As of Mar 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse on Mar 30, 2025 start from $241.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Self parking is available for USD 52 per night.

What time is check-in at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse located?

Located in MIT, this historic hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Massachusetts General Hospital. TD Garden and Harvard University are also within 2 mi (3 km). Kendall-MIT Station is only a 2-minute walk and Charles-MGH Station is 17 minutes.

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The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 915 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1109 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Beautiful hotel, right next to metro, great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Loved the historical decor
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Beautiful, quiet and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

very charming and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

An absolutely lovely, charming place to stay, with a myriad nice dining options and coffee shops around, a bustling college town vibe, near public transportation, and with an unfailingly gracious and helpful staff. Best of the best.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

This find was a pleasant surprise, fantastic in every regard!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

How Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maksim

Cozy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

The staff were so kind and accommodating and the hotel is a lovely boutique-style hotel. It is not a cookie-cutter hotel at all! I’ll stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Charming hotel, easy walking (if you like to walk) over across the river, helpful staff, and a great breakfast that was offered early, which I appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela A

The decor was unique. The free breakfast was very good. All the employees I talked to were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Great location, super comfortable bed, and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Wonderful unique place to stay while attending ceremonies at MIT!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

I could have booked a cheaper room but the Hotel is Historic and I thought it would be a cool experience. It was a nice Hotel. Very comfy. Great bed and shower pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Very warm and helpful staff. Convenient to MIT. Comfortable, spacious, charming, quiet room. Location is a bit barren/corporate. Did not appreciate paying a $25 "resort fee" when they don't have a gym or pool on the premises.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

customer service was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHET

Awesome. I don't care much for hotels too often, but this one really wowed me. Great place, great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Great place and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

An amazing place to stay in Cambridge.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

This is a great place to stay in Cambridge. Very cozy and welcoming hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Fabulous location convenient to both Harvard Square and one stop over the river to Beacon Hill Back Bay area. Kendall Square neighborhood was fun and great local neighborhood restaurants. Staff was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronique

Very comfortable and convenient hotel near M.I.T buildings. Very nice buffet style breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Basia

Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

This is my third time at this hotel and I love it. Will absolutely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Such a cute hotel!! Loved the decor, the complementary breakfast was great, our room was well appointed. Nice jacuzzi tub! Parking was tight in the garage so glad we chose my Jetta over his truck!! I would stay there again if the opportunity arose.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025