# Cambria Hotel Boston-Somerville

> Last Updated: March 2026

> A 163-room neighborhood hotel located in Somerville, Massachusetts, positioned between Harvard, Porter, and Union Squares. The property features modern design by Bill Rooney Studios and houses a signature Italian restaurant, focusing on a local "Camberville" experience for university visitors and business travelers.

## Quick Facts
- **Type:** Hotel
- **Address:** 515 Somerville Ave, Somerville, MA 02143
- **Phone:** +1-617-341-9040
- **Email:** info@cambriasomerville.com
- **Website:** [https://cambriasomerville.com](https://cambriasomerville.com)
- **Brand:** Choice Hotels
- **Hours:** Daily 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM
- **Check-in:** 3:00 PM
- **Check-out:** 11:00 AM
- **Price Range:** $$$
- **Reservations:** [Book online](https://www.choicehotels.com/massachusetts/somerville/cambria-hotels/ma257)
- **Payment:** Credit Card, Debit Card, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
- **Accessibility:** Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating; step-free access; accessible elevator; service animals welcome.
- **Parking:** On-site valet parking available for $33 per night.

## About
Opened in 2022, the Cambria Hotel Boston-Somerville is a mid-scale luxury property designed to reflect the industrial and artistic character of the Somerville neighborhood. The hotel features 163 guest rooms equipped with modern technology, including Bluetooth-enabled bathroom mirrors and casting-enabled televisions. It serves as a central hub for visitors to Harvard University, MIT, and Tufts University.

The hotel experience is centered on local immersion, featuring partnerships with regional artisans and a ground-floor dining scene that integrates with the local community. Amenities include a fitness center, EV charging stations, and pet-friendly accommodations.

## On-Site Venues

### Josephine
Josephine is an Italian restaurant by James Beard-nominated Chef Michael Scelfo. The venue features high ceilings, a massive marble bar, and a large dog-friendly outdoor patio with a fire pit. The menu focuses on wood-fired pizzas and family-inspired Italian classics.
- **Type:** Restaurant & Bar
- **Website:** [https://josephinepizza.com](https://josephinepizza.com)
- **Hours:** 
    - Weekday Breakfast: Mon–Fri mornings
    - Lunch & Dinner: Daily
    - Brunch: Sat–Sun
- **Cuisine:** Pizza, Italian
- **Menu Highlights:**
    - Deep dish and thin-crust wood-fired pizzas.
    - Crispy rice suppli.
    - Pork ribs with hot garlic honey.
    - Dry-aged burgers.
    - Ice cold martinis on tap and craft cocktails.

## Partners
- **[Goodnow Farms Chocolate](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-market-partners/):** Provides locally crafted artisan chocolate.
- **[Share Coffee](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-market-partners/):** Locally roasted coffee served on-site.
- **[Taza Chocolate](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-market-partners/):** Somerville-based stone-ground chocolate partner.
- **[Hot Date Kitchen](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-market-partners/):** Local specialty food provider.
- **[Forge Baking Company](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-market-partners/):** Local bakery partner for fresh breads and delights.
- **[MEM Tea](https://cambriasomerville.com/dining-at-cambria/):** Cambridge-based provider of whole leaf teas.

## Nearby
- **Harvard University:** Located 0.5 miles from the hotel; accessible by walking.
- **Lesley University:** Located 0.5 miles from the hotel; walking distance.
- **Tufts University:** Located approximately 2 miles north in Medford.
- **Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT):** Located approximately 2 miles south in Cambridge.
- **Harvard Square:** Historic commercial hub with cafes, bookstores, and museums.
- **Porter Square:** Nearby hub with a Red Line T stop and shopping center.
- **Union Square:** Commercial center featuring Bow Market and local dining.

## Accommodations Overview
The hotel features 163 guest rooms designed by Bill Rooney Studios, all including 49" casting-enabled TVs, Keurig coffee makers, Bluetooth bathroom mirrors, and oversized walk-in showers.

- **King Rooms:** Features one King bed, a comfortable seating area, and spa-inspired baths. ADA and connecting configurations available.
- **Queen/Queen Rooms:** Includes two Queen beds and an in-room sitting area; designed for families or groups. ADA available.
- **Executive Junior Suites:** Offers expanded living room space and one King bed. ADA available.
- **Union square suites:** Luxury apartment-style one-bedroom suites featuring wet bars and city views. ADA available.
- **Skyline Terrace suite:** Located on the highest floor; features an expansive outdoor terrace patio with sweeping Boston skyline views. Can be configured as a two-bedroom suite via a connecting room.

## Packages & Offers
- **Josephine Dining Package:** Includes credits or specific meal options at the on-site restaurant.
- **Boston Bouldering Project Package:** Partnered offer for local climbing gym access.
- **Harvard Natural History Museum Package:** Includes admission or perks related to the local museum.
- **Park & Stay Package:** Bundles overnight accommodation with valet parking services.

## Events & Private Dining
The hotel offers approximately 1,200 square feet of flexible indoor meeting and event space.
- **Meeting Room:** A 1,200-square-foot ground-floor space located off the lobby. Features floor-to-ceiling windows and a ceiling-mounted projector and screen.
- **Skyline Terrace Suite:** A top-floor suite with an outdoor terrace suitable for small meetings or private entertaining with skyline views.
- **Private Dining at Josephine:** A sun-drenched space with floor-to-ceiling windows available for weddings, holiday parties, and family gatherings.

For corporate or social inquiries, guests can submit a Request for Proposal (RFP) via the website for meetings, guest room blocks, or combined events.

## Frequently Asked Questions
- **What time is check-in and check-out?** Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM.
- **Do you have parking?** Yes, valet parking is available on-site for $33 per night.
- **Do you offer connecting rooms?** Yes, several connecting room options are available upon direct request.
- **Are rollaway beds or cribs available?** Rollaway beds are $30 per night (limited to specific room types). Cribs are available complimentary.
- **Is the hotel pet-friendly?** Yes, the property and the Josephine patio are pet-friendly.

## Site Map

### Main

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- [Food & Drink](https://cambriasomerville.com/dining-at-cambria/)
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- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://cambriasomerville.com/frequently-asked-questions/)
- [Harvard Football Season](https://cambriasomerville.com/harvard-university-football-hotel/)
- [Join Our Team](https://cambriasomerville.com/join-our-team/)
- [Our Market Partners](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-market-partners/)
- [Neighborhood](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-somerville-neighborhood/)
- [Colleges & Universities](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-somerville-neighborhood/harvard-mit-tufts-university/)
- [Harvard Square](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-somerville-neighborhood/harvard-square/)
- [Porter Square](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-somerville-neighborhood/porter-square/)
- [Union Square](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-somerville-neighborhood/union-square/)
- [Where to Eat & Drink](https://cambriasomerville.com/our-somerville-neighborhood/where-to-eat-in-cambridge-somerville/)