Cambridge is home to a vast array of eclectic open spaces - including Kendall Square, where our hotel is located. Explore trendy restaurants and enjoy an innovative atmosphere; our Concierge would be happy to provide insider tips on the area's many local attractions. Access easy transportation from our hotel as well; we're just a few steps away on the MBTA Kendall Square T Stop (red line).

Take a leisurely stroll down Ames Street, just five minutes from our hotel, to the campus of Cambridge's famed Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Marvel at modern architecture created by masters such as Alvar Aalto, I.M. Pei and Frank Gehry. MIT is also home to several notable museums; explore the List Visual Arts Center for an amazing collection of contemporary art, or stop by the MIT Museum for holography, robots and activities for all ages.

Harvard University is the oldest institute of higher learning in America - and our hotel is only a few miles away. Since its beginnings in 1636, Harvard University has remained one of the most prominent universities in the world. The 209-acre main campus is centered on Harvard Yard; it hosts dozens of academic buildings, inspired architecture and boasts of original works in the many libraries found on campus. Harvard Business School is located here as well.

Harvard Square showcases the works of many of the world's most influential authors, poets and publishers. Streets are lined with plentiful book stores and boutiques, as well as restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy a meal or a drink while you read. Become inspired or settle in for a laugh at one of the many theaters and comedy clubs. Getting there is easy on the Red Line T, just steps from our hotel.

Head from our hotel to the MBTA Red Line to explore top attractions just across the river from Cambridge, in downtown Boston. Discover boutiques, designer shops and a variety of dining options. Architectural treasures await you in Boston's Back Bay neighborhood. Walk the historic Freedom Trail, and enjoy a delicious Italian meal afterward in the North End.

• Take the Red Line T inbound. Charles/ MGS will be the first stop in downtown Boston.

Experience the many wonderful activities on the Charles River during your hotel stay. Run on the river path or rent a bike from any Hubway location. Charles River Canoe & Kayak provides paddle boards and other rentals. Book a ride on one of theCharles River Boat Tours. Don't forget to reserve a room for the magnificent fireworks display every July 4th on the Charles River bank, right outside our hotel.

Located on the Charles River between Boston and Cambridge, just over a mile from our hotel, the Museum of Science invites you to make remarkable discoveries. The museum features over 700 interactive exhibits, including daily live presentations and a rotation of special exhibitions. It also offers IMAX films and Planetarium shows.

Retail therapy awaits you at the CambridgeSide Galleria, which is home to over 120 designer stores. Shop fashion, home goods and technology, all under one roof. Grab a bite to eat at restaurants like P.F. Chang's or the Cheesecake Factory, or visit the on-site food court. Take advantage of the free shuttle service that runs every 20 minutes from the T Stop in Kendall Square, or make the 15-minute walk from our hotel.