The Charles Hotel
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States · Rocco Forte Knights
In the 1970s, an empty lot sat at the corner of JFK Street and Memorial Drive overlooking the Charles River in Cambridge's Harvard Square. The sweeping water views and prime location the land offered attracted none other than the estate of President John F. Kennedy, which selected the site for his Presidential Library. As the time for building the institution drew near, however, loyal residents of Harvard Square questioned the potential commercialism that such a development would bring to their beloved neighborhood. Richard Friedman, the president and CEO of the commercial real estate firm Carpenter & Company, understood the challenge posed by their opposition when he acquired the plot…
The Charles Hotel fuses Art Deco-inspired architecture with contemporary stylings and Bavarian hospitality. Set within Munich’s Lenbachgärten quarter overlooking the Old Botanical Garden, this 160-room urban sanctuary features the city’s longest indoor hotel pool and an innovative spa utilizing Irene Forte botanicals. Florio restaurant interprets classic Italian dishes with the seasons, while the cozy Circle Bar delivers vintage Champagnes to plush armchairs and Noir Saint Laurent marble tabletops. Königsplatz, the Kunstareal (museum quarter), and other attractions are walking distance away.
What you get booking it through us
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast credit of $45 per person, for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant and via in-room dining (credit is non-cumulative)
- $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability
These are the Rocco Forte Knights benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
Curated experiences include a private fairytale castle tour and a hands-on Brezel-making workshop. Looking for an adrenaline rush? Scale the tent roof of Olympic Stadium!
The property, in facts
| Where | 1 Bennett St, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States |
|---|---|
| Category | City Hotel |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Rooms | 303 |
| Room types | 8 |
| Nearest airport | Logan International (BOS) · 6 miles |
| Advisor programme | Rocco Forte Knights |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Landmarks, Local Immersion, Seclusion |
Rooms and suites
- Presidential Suite — Elegant and timeless, the tenth floor Presidential Suite offers a sense of understated grandeur that has welcomed dignitaries, cultural icons, and global…
- West Wing Presidential Suite — Distinctive and beautifully appointed, the West Wing Presidential Suite offers a contemporary interpretation of luxury. Designed with a thoughtful separation…
- Deluxe King Guest Room — There's no denying the distinct Boston aesthetic. Wake up surrounded by rustic Shaker - detailed furniture, plaid carpeting, and paneled walls. This…
- Deluxe Double Guest Room — Wake up to style and substance that is authentically New England. Just look at the Shaker - detailed furniture, plaid carpeting, and paneled walls. This…
- Studio King Suites — This is how you travel like a local: 448 square feet of living space in an open floor plan with a private kitchenette. Wake up to an undeniable New England…
- Fellow Suites — Good things come to those who stay, like 448-square-feet of space in a gorgeous open floor plan. Linger in your separate seating and dining area or get down to…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Bathrobe · Coffee/Tea Maker · Connecting Rooms · Fireplace · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Kitchenette · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service
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