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The Cambridge Karma House

3.5 star property
Apartment convenient to Harvard University

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When you stay at The Cambridge Karma House, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Harvard University and Harvard Square. A terrace and a garden are offered, and apartments have conveniences like dryers and refrigerators. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Harvard Square Station is 7 minutes and Central Square Station is 13 minutes.

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6.4 out of 10
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Popular amenities

  • Separate bedrooms
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (7)

  • 5 smoke-free apartments
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Kitchen
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bedroom
  • Television
  • Garden

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  • 850 sq ft
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Balcony or patio
Yard
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Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

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17 Banks Street St, Cambridge, MA, 02138

What's nearby

  • Harvard University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harvard Square - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boston University - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fenway Park - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 24 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 27 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 34 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 - 6 min drive
  • Ball Square Station - 7 min drive
  • Union Square Station - 29 min walk
  • Harvard Square Station - 7 min walk
  • Central Square Station - 13 min walk
  • Porter Square Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Tatte - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zinneken's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Insomnia Cookies - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Santouka Ramen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sushi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Cambridge Karma House

When you stay at The Cambridge Karma House, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Harvard University and Harvard Square. A terrace and a garden are offered, and apartments have conveniences like dryers and refrigerators. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Harvard Square Station is 7 minutes and Central Square Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Property size

    • 5 apartments
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email with check-in information
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
PETS

Pets

    • Pets allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • Rollaway/extra beds: USD 45.0 per stay

Bathrooms

  • Free toiletries

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable service

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Yard
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • Near a metro station
  • In the historical district

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 5 rooms
  • 3 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1885
  • Individually decorated

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Cleaning fee: USD 29.00 per accommodation, per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 45.0 per stay

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
State tax ID - C0177510491
Property Registration Number No Registration ID

Also known as

Cambridge Karma House Apartment
Karma House Apartment
Cambridge Karma House
The Cambridge Karma House Apartment
The Cambridge Karma House Cambridge
The Cambridge Karma House Apartment Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Cambridge Karma House?

Yes, pets are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Cambridge Karma House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Cambridge Karma House and nearby?

The Cambridge Karma House has a picnic area and a garden.

Does The Cambridge Karma House have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a refrigerator.

Does The Cambridge Karma House have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a balcony or patio and a yard.

What's the area around The Cambridge Karma House like?

The Cambridge Karma House is a short 7-minute walk from Harvard Square Station and 2 minutes' walk from Harvard University.

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