The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

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Exterior
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a staircase with a white railing, and a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs.
A hotel lobby with a staircase, chandeliers, framed artwork, and a closed sign.
A bakery display with bread, pastries, and a coffee station.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are ceiling fans, hanging lights, and a staircase leading to another level.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

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350 Main Street, Cambridge, MA, 02142
  • Place, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, MIT Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kendall Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room (King with Sofa Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Classic Room (Queen)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour business center, self parking, and a business center are onsite.
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse offers 77 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The free breakfast at The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a bar.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a 3-minute drive from Massachusetts General Hospital
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the historic The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
The BlackSheep - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open select days.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The BlackSheep

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli
  • 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 centre

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
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (122 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1895
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 33.63 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Nearby fitness center access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, a fire extinguisher, 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number C0494890491
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 872 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1015 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to stay. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was super convenient and the staff incredibly kind and helpful. We absolutely loved our stay at the Kendall Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dominik H.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel in the middle of Cambridge.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Very accommodating. Lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to be close to the Marathon. Breakfast was very good and the lobby area is a very cozy place to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful spot to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Great staff esp Alberto and Trevor. Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Partha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast , parking was ok too
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nakul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious rooms. Friendly staff. Mueseli for breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and a good location. Very clean as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, close to downtown. Excellent breakfast included. Rooms very quiet/sound proof.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Breakfast actually has real eggs and bacon and everything is very clean. Close to the T and staff available around the clock. So cute!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Kendall is amazing. We just stayed here for Marathon weekend. The breakfast, staff, rooms and location were excellent. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was plentiful and tasty. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Fun and cute property, stylish and comfortable too. Parking was safe and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible vibe, perfect cleanness, great breakfast, quiet and cozy. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, nice included breakfast, easy parking. Room was ready early and 11am check out was nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with charming decor and amenities. The staff was quite pl
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jungbin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was excellent. Close to the train station. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Would definitely love to come back when we're visiting Boston.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Nice linens and breakfast. Great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was an amazing perk and so yummy! Location was great and close to the T-line. We traveled with our 9 and 12 year old and the area was friendly and felt very safe. The rooms were big and very comfortable. Very clean and overall the vibe of the place was very cool! We would definitely recommend and come back
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Resa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful vibe in the center of MIT and Kendall square. We felt very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026