2. Kendall Hotel
City: Cambridge, MA
Category: Accommodations
Telephone: (617) 577-1300
Address: 350 Main St.
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Description: Located in a renovated firehouse and just blocks from the T and the campus of MIT, this small hotel has paid attention to every detail, combining fresh, modern decor with New England artisan craft touches. Most striking are the auction-worthy American antiques (fire trucks and Dalmatians predominate) in the lobby. The homey touches extend to each of the 77 guest rooms, which feature cozy quilt-covered beds and bathrooms with subway tiles and pedestal sinks. Rates include full American breakfast buffet and hosted wine receptions Mon through Thurs evenings.