This stylish, contemporary hotel is well-placed just 2 miles from Cambridge’s historic city center. Shops, restaurants and the historic colleges of Cambridge University are a 5-minute drive away. There are many parks and a popular local activity, punting on the River Cam nearby. Botanic Garden Cambridge is 1.6 mi from the accommodations. London Stansted Airport is 22 mi away. Cambridge Corn Exchange, Fitzwilliam Museum, Grand Arcade, Grafton Center and River Cam are all nearby. The modern rooms include a work desk, free tea/coffee, ironing facilities, 32-inch TVs, air conditioning and comfortable beds. All our rooms feature private bathrooms including a power shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Guests can watch sports while enjoying a drink on the hotel bar’s widescreen TV, or enjoy a meal in the restaurant. The free breakfast buffet is served every morning and includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausages, and beans as well as toast, cereals, porridge and pastries.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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Guest review summary
Guests positively mentioned the <b>convenient location</b> and <b>friendly staff</b> at the accommodation. <b>Room cleanliness</b> and <b>value for money</b> were also appreciated. However, <b>breakfast</b> received mixed reviews, with some guests finding it chaotic. Room and <b>bed comfort</b> also had mixed feedback, with some guests finding beds too firm.
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Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.0
Free Wifi
8.2

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Living Area

  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £5 per day.

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • 24-hour front desk

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

If using a Sat Nav to find the hotel, please use CB1 3LH as the postcode.

If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process.

Please note, that the card used to make the reservation must be presented upon check-in and verified by pin.

Please note that cash payments are not allowed.

When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of 30 GBP per pet, per stay applies. Pets are welcomed by prior arrangement with the hotel.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG