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The Charles Hotel
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Historic scholarly elegance.
Nestled between the Charles River and Harvard Yard, The Charles Hotel is a stylish getaway close to downtown Boston. The hotel blends traditional New England style with contemporary architecture.
Insider Tip

Be sure to experience Henrietta's Table Sunday brunch buffet featuring New England favorites, including a raw bar with Wellfleet oysters.

Where You’re Staying

Rooms and suites offer spacious interiors with a rustic atmosphere, minimalist Shaker furnishings, and high-tech amenities. Bathrooms include a walk-in shower or soaking bathtub. Select suites include a separate living space and dining area.

Where to Dine

Henrietta’s Table offers regional New England cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. Benedetto offers traditional Italian fare in an intimate atmosphere. Enjoy a cocktail at Regattabar or Noir.

Where to Relax

Unwind in the indoor pool or steam rooms at Wellbridge Athletic Club. Corbu Spa and Salon offers seasonal treatments with farm-to-spa ingredients, such as The New England season wrap which features regional botanicals.

What to Do

Shop at the boutiques, bookstores, and open-air cafés of Harvard Square. Walk a trail along the Charles River.

Features
Historic
Pet-Friendly
Romantic
Fitness Center
Pool

Location of The Charles Hotel

1 Bennett Street. Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138 United States

General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport.

FINE HOTELS + RESORTS®
At The Charles Hotel, Card Members receive:*
For stays at The Charles Hotel beginning on 1/1/27, Card Members receive:*
  • 12pm check-in, when available
  • Room upgrade upon arrival, when available
  • Daily breakfast for two
  • Credit: US$ 100 Food and beverage credit to be used during stay.
  • Credit: US$ 100 Food and beverage credit to be used during stay.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Guaranteed 4pm check-out
  • Certain room categories are not eligible for upgrade.

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