In the heart of Harvard Square, Hotel Veritas offers a charming boutique experience with a cozy fireplace in the lobby and complimentary coffee/tea. Enjoy free WiFi, luggage storage, and multilingual staff assistance while taking advantage of nearby attractions.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Fenway Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Logan International Airport (BOS) - 25 min drive
Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 28 min drive
Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 35 min drive
Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 35 min drive
Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 35 min drive
Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 39 min drive
Boston Yawkey Station - 5 min drive
Ball Square Station - 6 min drive
Union Square Station - 27 min walk
Harvard Square Station - 6 min walk
Central Square Station - 13 min walk
Porter Square Station - 27 min walk
Restaurants
Tatte Bakery & Cafe - 4 min walk
Insomnia Cookies - 6 min walk
J.P. Licks - 5 min walk
Waypoint - 3 min walk
Pavement Coffeehouse - 6 min walk
About this property
Hotel Veritas
Hotel Veritas puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Harvard University and Harvard Square. Freebies such as WiFi and wired Internet are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and kayaking. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only a short walk: Harvard Square Station is 6 minutes and Central Square Station is 13 minutes.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration/liability waiver.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Use of nearby fitness centre
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2010
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The property will be renovating from 8 July 2024 to 31 March 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Exterior
Parking area
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
State tax ID – C0014400491
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Veritas
Hotel Veritas Cambridge
Veritas Cambridge
Veritas Hotel
Hotel Veritas Hotel
Hotel Veritas Cambridge
Hotel Veritas Hotel Cambridge
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Veritas offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Veritas 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 Hotel Veritas?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Veritas?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Veritas?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (8-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Veritas and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Hotel Veritas also has a garden.
What's the area around Hotel Veritas like?
Hotel Veritas is in Mid-Cambridge, a short 6-minute walk from Harvard Square Station and 3 minutes' walk from Harvard University. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Hotel Veritas Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Beautiful location and amenities. Renovated room was very comfortable, and every person on staff I encountered was extremely friendly and helpful.
Elizabeth L.
Elizabeth L., 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Dec 2024
Great location if you are attending an event at Havard! Its a 13 min walk!
Leonel
Leonel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
The staff was first class friendly, knowledgeable accommodating and just delightful. Thank you so much!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Wonderful!!!
Alma Rebecca
Alma Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2024
Excellent
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Jul 2024
Good location
Vega
Vega, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2024
Cute property, great staff and close to the festival I was working.
Mallory
Mallory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jun 2024
Great location. Very cute boutique hotel
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Sept 2024
Great location, room was a bit tired, older, stained carpet. Hotel was being renovated, so hopefully new paint and carpet. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Oct 2024
Clean. Great location. Small room. Construction woke me up at 7 am Sunday morning.
David
David, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
6 Sept 2024
The property is undergoing some construction at this time. Convenient to Harvard square and room was small and nice.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar 2024
Cool little boutique hotel between Harvard and Central.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2024
Nice boutique hotel with convenient location
Ernesto
Ernesto, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 May 2024
Small room but very convenient location with lots of restaurants and stores in walking distance. The staff was very nice and helpful giving us many dining suggestions in walking distance.
Collin
Collin, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Sept 2024
While the property was undergoing an upgrade which made parking more difficult (we did obtain on-street), this is a great location for exploring Harvard Square and the room was comfortable. Staff was accommodating in helping re parking. Good overall, could be excellent after restoration.
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2024
Fantastic value, great stay.
I had lived in Cambridge for about six years and moved recently and I needed a one night stay before some friends could host me for a longer duration. This was just perfect for my needs and I could easily have stayed longer very comfortably.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2023
Comfortable stay: very nicely located, and we’ll kept gem in safe quiet area w/ many nearby dining options.
Silvia
Silvia, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Feb 2023
Nice, great location, Friendly staff.
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 Aug 2024
Elegant feel and very comfort bed. Our room was very small with no room for opening luggage. The staff was very helpful, particularly Ryan. So nice to have espresso and bottled water available all the time.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
2 Nov 2024
The service was great — everyone was helpful and kind. The infrastructure was not so good! The tv didn’t work and remained stuck on one cable channel… and the shower was VeRY difficult to operate (had to call maintenance to turn the nozzle for the shower)… I’m gen x — not an old woman — and I’ve never been unable to turn on a shower without help in a hotel before.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2024
This hotel is a marvelous hotel, very close to the Harvard Square, yet quite and cozy. There is a fire place in the lobby. Very classy and provides free coffee and tea.
Aya
Aya, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Mar 2024
Rooms are small but fine for one traveler
tyler
tyler, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Feb 2024
Perfect spot in Harvard area. Adorable rooms with the best coffee!
Neisha
Neisha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jul 2023
Really nice atmosphere, staff were very friendly. The room was beautiful.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2024
Loved the boutique feel of the entire property. Beautiful and comfortable lobby guest area with a fireplace. Though room was smallish there was an ample balcony.