What is East Cambridge like?

East Cambridge is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and top museums. Are you looking for East Cambridge travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cambridgeside Galleria and Royal Sonesta Boston while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in East Cambridge?

Based on our traveller data, The Royal Sonesta Boston is one of the top choices for your stay in East Cambridge. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and it offers a restaurant and an indoor pool.

How many hotels should I expect to find in East Cambridge?

If you're searching for places to stay in Cambridge, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 163 East Cambridge hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in East Cambridge.

What are the top things to see and do in East Cambridge?

Multicultural Arts Center, The Foundry and Charles Hayden Planetarium are family favourites to check out in East Cambridge. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Cambridgeside Galleria and Royal Sonesta Boston are some other places worth a visit. Don't miss favourite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Fenway Park, TD Garden and Copley Square. Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Boston Harbor are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Cambridge.

How can I get around East Cambridge and the greater Cambridge area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Lechmere Station is the closest metro station.

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Our top choices for East Cambridge hotels

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a blue-lit canopy and a visible American flag.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG

East Cambridge

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

East Cambridge

Richard and Karla

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A bar with two drinks, a candle, and a cityscape view at dusk.

3. The Royal Sonesta Boston

East Cambridge

Kathleen

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Hampton Inn hotel with a prominent red neon sign, brick facade, and a well-lit entrance.

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

East Cambridge

Arti

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A person sitting on a blue exercise mat in a room with a grey sofa, a painting on the wall, and a lamp on a side table.

5. Kimpton Marlowe Hotel by IHG

East Cambridge

Lori

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of a cityscape with a bridge.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

1.8 km from East Cambridge

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books and decorative items.

7. citizenM Boston North Station

1.6 km from East Cambridge

Samantha

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a chandelier.

8. Hilton Boston Park Plaza

2.4 km from East Cambridge

Janelle

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a prominent 'WYNDHAM' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance with potted plants.

9. Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill

1.5 km from East Cambridge

Alisher

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

The exterior of the Hyatt Centric hotel with large windows, a prominent entrance, and a city street view.

10. Hyatt Centric Faneuil Hall Boston

2.3 km from East Cambridge

Glenn

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A dining table with a laptop, a wine glass, a plate of food, and a pair of sunglasses.

11. Pennyweight Hotel Boston, Curio Collection by Hilton

1.7 km from East Cambridge

Antonia

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a pool area, multiple rooms with beds, and a view of the pool.

12. The Verb Hotel

3.2 km from East Cambridge

Donald

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern lounge area with a red sofa, bookshelves, a fireplace, and a bar area.

13. Cambria Hotel Boston Somerville

2.5 km from East Cambridge

Kim

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A restaurant with booth seating, round tables, and a view of the city through large windows.

14. Canopy By Hilton Boston Downtown

2.2 km from East Cambridge

Steve

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

15. citizenM Boston Back Bay

2.7 km from East Cambridge

Andrea Lyn

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A building entrance with a doormat, large windows, and potted plants.

16. Lark Hotels 907 Main

The Port, 1.8 km from East Cambridge

Lorena

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

17. The Dagny Boston

2.7 km from East Cambridge

jodi

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a door leading to a bathroom.

18. Copley Square Hotel, a FOUND Hotel

2.5 km from East Cambridge

Natalia

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

19. Hyatt Regency Boston

2.5 km from East Cambridge

Chris

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern building with a central courtyard, a water feature, and a reception area.

20. The Bostonian Hotel Boston

2.3 km from East Cambridge

Tina

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in East Cambridge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kimpton Marlowe Hotel by IHG	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Royal Sonesta Boston	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,986 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

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North End

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