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Hotel Veritas is a 31-room independent upscale hotel located in Harvard Square offering intimate service in a hip Cantabrigian setting. The entire look and feel of the hotel is elegant and current, but with a respectful nod towards our traditional and historic neighborhood. The guest rooms are designed with the fine detailing of an old New England residence and furnishings that are interesting contemporary pieces with rich fabrics and textures.
Everything at Hotel Veritas is WONDERFUL!!! Ryan makes my stay great each time I come here (I've now been four times!). He is awesome!!!! Rooms are well-kept and reasonably priced, and the location can't be beat. Maritza was also very helpful last time I came. Highly recommend this hotel :)
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Sheets had some weird dirty marks on them and there was loud noise until midnight from street level if you're on the first floor. Wifi didn't work and the man working at the front desk was extremely unhelpful. One of the employees working at the front desk, Michelle, tried her best to help with the wifi issue but ultimately couldn't do anything either. Steer clear of here.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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We loved the Hotel Veritas! Aside from its phenomenal location, the rooms are comfortable and very clean, and the staff is friendly and accommodating. Best of all (for us), the complimentary chilled bottled water was the perfect pick-me-up as we left to explore or came back after long walks. The complimentary valet parking was also stressless and unexpected. We had a wonderful stay!
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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I would give this hotel 5 stars if it had things. We were shown into a "quiet" room right next to the elevator looking out onto an alley where the building opposite us seemed as though it was arms distance away. It was so dark our first inclination was to turn on the lamp only to discover the bulb didn't work. Then it dawned on us that there should be a lamp on the opposite side of the bed as well. The gentleman at the front desk was able to quickly resolve the lack of lighting issue. We next discovered the lack of luggage racks in the room which also were delivered promptly. It seemed as though the room was not meant for guests and certainly was not welcoming. I wish it were otherwise as we loved the vibe of the building and the perfect location.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Don't accept the room right off the elevator on the second floor.
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Wonderful hotel - the rooms, service, and location are amazing. The staff - Ryan, Dahlia, Michelle, and Andrew are incredibly attentive and helpful - simply the best! I checked in for the week and learned I needed to extend my stay. They went above and beyond to make that happen. Please try this lovely boutique hotel that you will want to return to again and again once you've stayed there!
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Trip type: Travelled on business
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The service was excellent. Ryan was extremely kind and down to earth helping me with my every need! Staff is very accommodating and friendly and managed well! I highly recommend! I was able to store my food up front and was able to borrow a phone charger!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Ryan Schissler, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Veritas
Responded 5 Jun 2023
Leah. Thank you so much for staying with us at our little hotel! We so appreciate your response, and it was delightful having you as a guest. We truly hope to see you again soon!
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Amazing stay! Comfortable bed and great location near Harvard! Staff were extremely helpful assisting us with college tours and dinner reservations. I didn’t realize I had booked a room with one bed and was traveling with a friend. The staff were able to move us to a slightly larger room and also provided us with a rollaway cot at no additional cost
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Ryan Schissler, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Veritas
Responded 5 Jun 2023
Frank, Thanks for staying with us at the Hotel Veritas. We always do what we can to make our guests comfortable, I'm so glad we were able to accommodate your needs and make your stay just a little bit better! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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I traveled to Cambridge for a college reunion and had an amazing stay at Hotel Veritas. The rooms were small but well appointed. In addition to the coffee and tea complimentary bottled waters were also available throughout the stay.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Ryan Schissler, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Veritas
Responded 5 Jun 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we're so happy to be able to offer a selection of beverages that our guests actually like! We look forward to you joining us again very soon!
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Although the room was spotlessly clean it was unacceptably shabby. The bedside tables had glass tops and both of them were cracked. The sheets were ripped and when I reported both of these things to the staff they did no more than note it down. An alternative room was not offered, neither was an apology or a reduction in cost. In order to get a drink in the morning you have to go down to the lobby, rather than facilities being provided in the room. The coffee machine didn’t work immediately, so the man on the desk barked at me than I was pushing it in too hard (I wasn’t) and when I did get it to work it was cold. With the exception of one member of staff the general approach to customers was unfriendly and intolerant. The only positive point I can make about this hotel is that it is in a prime location to visit Harvard University. I wouldn’t stay here again, nor would I recommend it, the whole experience was unpleasant.…
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip:My tip is to avoid this hotel, it doesn’t deserve your custom.
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This Hotel was perfect. The location of the property was great. The staff was very professional and friendly. My wife and I really enjoyed the amenities with our stay and was all free of charge. The rooms were quiet, gorgeous and have a great aesthetic.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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HK$1,892 - HK$3,073 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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United StatesMassachusettsCambridge
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31
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Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Veritas?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Bites of Boston Food Tours (4.6 km), The Printing Office of Edes & Gill (4.9 km), and Old North Church & Historic Site (4.9 km).