• City view
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe

Offering exceptional services, luxurious accommodations and state-of-the-art amenities, this Cambridge, Massachusetts eco-friendly hotel is only moments from Harvard Square and is located along the Charles River, directly across from Boston city center. The Kimpton Marlowe Hotel is ideally located only moments from many of the area's main points of interest. The campus of the renowned MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Boston's financial district and the prestigious Beacon Hill neighborhood are all easily accessible. While staying at the Kimpton Marlowe Hotel, guests are provided with a variety of unrivaled amenities and services. With free kayak, standup paddle board and bicycle rentals, in-room yoga programs, audio systems and 24-hour room service, every stay is sure to be enjoyable. Self parking and valet parking are available at this property. The property also features Celeste, a 25-foot-tall moving Steampunk-style sculpture made of reclaimed metals, steel and gears. Celeste creates an engaging and interactive experience as it is an artistic take on the traditional armillary sphere, defining the Kendall Square neighborhood and Cambridge home. Guests at the Kimpton Marlowe Hotel will also enjoy the hotel's free evening wine hour. On-site dining is also available at Bambara restaurant and bar, serving American cuisine along with classic New England dishes.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Kimpton Hotels
Hotel chain/brand
Kimpton Hotels

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

American, Breakfast to go

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom :
1 king bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alice
    United States of America United States of America
    The hotel staff is superb. We were in Cambridge for my husband’s surgery and were so well taken care of at the restaurant, by the front desk (Devon and all the staff), the wine and coffee (thanks Ben!). Very grateful!
  • Platjafonda
    United States of America United States of America
    Pet friendly! This was our first hotel stay with our dog. The hotel was super pet-friendly and will become our go-to chain when we travel with our dog. Convenient that the hotel is attached to the shopping mall parking lot. I prefer this to...
  • Ellen
    United States of America United States of America
    Fantastic location for th Cambridge half marathon with the usual Kimpton charm and super friendly staff! The food at the restaurant was terrific for two tired travelers- yummy pasta! And a really great brunch on Sunday after the race. Also super...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Bambara Kitchen + Bar
    • Cuisine
      American

Amenities of Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cycling
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs $55 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese
  • Filipino
  • Chinese

House rules

Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
$29 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
$29 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Kimpton Hotels considers 10 or more rooms a group. Kimpton Hotels reserves the right to cancel 10 or more rooms booked online. Please contact the hotel directly if you are booking 10 or more rooms.

The service fee includes a wide range of amenities and services including unlimited calls, specific sports equipment in summer and winter, and upgraded WiFi.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel

  • Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel is 1.5 miles from the center of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Aerobics
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Fitness
    • Happy hour

  • Guests staying at Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • American
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • The prices at Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Bambara Kitchen + Bar

  • Check-in at Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Room options at Kimpton Marlowe, an IHG Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Suite