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 141 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 Encore 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.

Top 10 East Cambridge Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for East Cambridge hotels

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

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge

East Cambridge

Richard and Karla

RM636 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

2. Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge

East Cambridge

Arti

RM676 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

East Cambridge

Daniel

RM627 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

4. The Royal Sonesta Boston

East Cambridge

Clinton

RM645 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bar area with a long counter and a variety of bottles.

5. Kimpton Marlowe Hotel by IHG

East Cambridge

milton

RM941 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, a blue sofa, and a herringbone wood floor.

6. The Whitney Hotel

1.4 km from East Cambridge

Brian

RM1,532 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

7. Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown/North Station

1.8 km from East Cambridge

Devon

RM941 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

The exterior of the Harborside Inn Boutique Hotel with a glass entrance, numbered room 185, and two large potted plants at the entrance.

8. Harborside Inn Of Boston

2.6 km from East Cambridge

Virgilio

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A waterfront cityscape with a variety of buildings, including a prominent clock tower and modern skyscrapers.

9. Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront

2.5 km from East Cambridge

Brian

RM801 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

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

10. citizenM Boston North Station

1.6 km from East Cambridge

Christian

RM591 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, sofas, and chairs.

11. Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District

4.4 km from East Cambridge

Ronald

RM751 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a modern glass building adjacent to it.

12. Hotel Indigo Boston Garden by IHG

1.7 km from East Cambridge

Jolissa

RM888 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

Two people dining at a restaurant with various dishes and drinks on the table.

13. Hyatt Regency Boston

2.5 km from East Cambridge

Steffanie

RM759 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent Hampton Inn sign, featuring a multi-story structure with a central courtyard and a landscaped area.

14. Hampton by Hilton at the Boston Seaport District

4.6 km from East Cambridge

Shannon

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

15. The Dagny Boston

2.7 km from East Cambridge

Beckey

RM818 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A multi-story building with a curved corner, large windows, and a brick facade.

16. Eurostars The Boxer

1.6 km from East Cambridge

Brooke

RM826 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a bar with stools.

17. Hampton Inn Boston Logan Airport Chelsea

3.9 km from East Cambridge

Velma

RM497 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

18. citizenM Boston Back Bay

2.7 km from East Cambridge

Yvette

RM591 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A restaurant with wooden flooring, multiple dining tables, and hanging chandeliers.

19. The Godfrey Hotel Boston

2.4 km from East Cambridge

Richard B

RM817 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

20. Wyndham Boston Beacon Hill

1.5 km from East Cambridge

Amanda

RM719 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in East Cambridge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Royal Sonesta Boston	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 2,074 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Boston Cambridge	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Boston/Cambridge	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Boston - Cambridge by IHG	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Kimpton Marlowe Hotel by IHG	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

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