The Charles Hotel combines classic New England design and sophisticated service, which can be seen in its our signature quilts, bountiful regional cuisine and thoughtful planning. Located in the heart of Harvard Square, minutes from downtown Boston, the hotel has become the home away from home for internationally-renowned business leaders, government officials, entertainment executives and leisure travelers. The Charles Hotel offers some of the most distinctive guest accommodations in the Boston area with nearly 300 guestrooms, including 45 suites that combine Shaker-inspired aesthetic with modern touches. Reflecting the eclecticism that is Cambridge, the hotel is a modern interpretation of New England hospitality with a thriving jazz club, two signature restaurants and state-of-the-art conference facilities. One of the restaurants, Rialto, offers Mediterranean fusion cuisine nightly and has been rated one of Gourmet’s Top 60 Hotel Restaurants in the World.