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The City of Squares

Cambridge unfolds across distinct neighborhood centers, each anchored by its own square. Harvard Square draws you into centuries of academic tradition, where red-brick Georgian buildings house the nation's oldest university alongside independent bookstores and acclaimed restaurants like Alden & Harlow. Kendall Square represents the opposite end of the spectrum, where MIT's experimental architecture—including Frank Gehry's striking Stata Center—rises above the biotech and tech companies that have earned this area recognition as one of the world's most innovative districts.

Innovation meets tradition

The culinary landscape reflects the city's intellectual sophistication, with Michelin Guide recognition going to establishments like Oleana, Giulia, and Pammy's. Business travelers will find Kendall Square well-suited to corporate needs, with premium hotels near the innovation corridor and convenient Red Line access to Boston. The contrast between historic Brattle Street's colonial mansions and MIT's cutting-edge research facilities captures what makes Cambridge distinctive—a place where revolutionary history and future-focused innovation occupy the same compact geography.

Getting around

The MBTA Red Line connects all major squares directly to Logan Airport and downtown Boston, while the city's walkable layout and extensive Bluebikes system make car-free exploration practical. Day trips to Revolutionary War sites in Lexington and Concord or coastal Salem add historical depth to any visit.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge

Can I book hotels in Cambridge on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you're welcome to use your Delta miles to book your Cambridge hotel stay, or if you prefer, you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Cambridge?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals reserved through Delta Stays. Plus, you will receive access to Member promotions at select properties, along with the option to complete payment using miles, cash, or a combination. To receive your miles, make sure to log in to your SkyMiles account or provide your SkyMiles number during checkout when making a cash payment. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates may be refundable, while others may be non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

Your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card offers enhanced mileage earning potential along with a suite of benefits, including an annual statement credit up to $200 that can be utilized for prepaid accommodations when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply to these offers. If you would like to explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

From time to time, Delta Stays may present special opportunities for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on their hotel and vacation rental bookings made through Delta Stays. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

While Delta Stays welcomes all travelers to use their hotel booking services, obtaining SkyMiles account unlocks additional benefits including mile-earning opportunities and access to Member-only rates and promotions. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and other fees). The best part is that SkyMiles is free to join. Register today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive portfolio of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and specialty lodging powered by Vrbo by visiting the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, you’ll find 27 hotels to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge has a guest rating of 9 out of 10, and features a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Another top-rated hotel is The Royal Sonesta Boston and guests love its indoor pool. Courtyard by Marriott Boston-Cambridge has a rating of 8.8 and this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

What area should I consider for my trip to Cambridge?

Cambridge is home to a variety of fascinating neighborhoods that appeal to travelers and locals.

Central Square brings together global cultures in Cambridge, where students from nearby MIT and Harvard gather in independent bookshops and authentic restaurants serving Ethiopian to Korean cuisine, while street art brightens the brick facades and live music flows from indie venues. The neighborhood is home to popular hotels including Le Méridien Boston Cambridge.

Kendall Square pulses with tech innovation where MIT's iconic dome anchors glass towers housing Google and Microsoft. The Red Line connects you directly to downtown, while food trucks and the MIT Museum add energy to wide, walkable streets along the Charles River. You will find top hotels to stay here like Boston Marriott Cambridge.

What's a good time of year to visit Cambridge?

To experience Cambridge during great weather, consider a visit in September when the temperature averages 65°F and the skies are mostly sunny with light rainfall. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during February when temperatures reach a cooler 30°F with fewer crowds and significantly lower pricing.

What hotels in Cambridge are located closest to Massachusetts Institute of Technology?

MIT's campus pairs the neoclassical Great Dome with the angular Stata Center, creating a striking architectural contrast. Public art installations and campus museums explore where technology meets creativity. Le Méridien Boston Cambridge is a popular hotel, which is just steps away. Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge is another well-reviewed hotel and it is also close by.

What hotels in Cambridge are near Harvard Square?

Harvard Square pulses with intellectual energy where bookstores, street performers, and cafes surround the historic university campus and its iconic John Harvard statue. The Charles Hotel is a popular hotel, which is just steps away. Another top hotel is DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Boston - Cambridge and it is within a 19-minute walk.

What hotels in Cambridge are located near Kendall Square?

Tech innovation thrives in this MIT-adjacent district where research labs meet urban energy. The MIT Museum and Urban Park Roof Garden offer engaging breaks between exploring the square's dining scene. One popular hotel is Boston Marriott Cambridge which is steps away. Another hotel is The Royal Sonesta Boston and it is also close by.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar