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Crown & Punchbowl, hotel in Cambridge

Crown & Punchbowl has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cambridge. The property is situated 33 km from Audley End House, 43 km from The Apex and 46 km from Ickworth House.

Warm cosy room perfect for a cold winter stay
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
1,012 reviews
Price from
£152
1 night, 2 adults
The Lord Byron Inn, hotel in Cambridge

The Lord Byron Inn is a charming pub that dates back to the 17th century. It has a restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and offers guest accommodation just over 2 miles south of Cambridge city centre.

Convenient to Cambridge
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
2,118 reviews
Price from
£104.50
1 night, 2 adults
The Waterman, hotel in Cambridge

The Waterman is situated 2 minutes’ walk from the River Cam, and half a mile from the historical city centre of Cambridge. This traditional Cambridge pub features an on-site restaurant.

Really friendly staff, loved the locations being so close to the park and the city; bed was extremely comfortable, and just felt overall very relaxed; Dexter had a great time too :)
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
719 reviews
Price from
£82
1 night, 2 adults
The Red Lion, hotel in Cambridge

Located in Cambridge and with University of Cambridge reachable within 8.2 km, The Red Lion provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

Beautiful, well appointed and comfortable room
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
289 reviews
Price from
£89
1 night, 2 adults
The Old Red Lion Inn, hotel in Cambridge

Situated in Cambridge and with Audley End House reachable within 17 km, The Old Red Lion Inn features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

Lovely spotless room
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
110 reviews
Price from
£105
1 night, 2 adults
Golden Ball Hotel, hotel in Cambridge

Located in Cambridge and within 20 km of University of Cambridge, Golden Ball Hotel features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Dinner & breakfast food was well cooked as requested. We were seated in the bar area, which was devoid of other customers and felt quite chilly. An electric coal fire was present, but it was unclear if it was operational. The room, an extension to the traditional thatched pub advertised, lacked ambiance and did not feature the low ceilings that would have complemented the original structure. The decor and carpets appeared worn and seemed overdue for an update.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
266 reviews
Price from
£100
1 night, 2 adults
The Red Lion Hotel, hotel in Cambridge

The Red Lion Hotel dates back to the 13th century and features wooden beams hand-carved by Carmelite monks.

Staff were very friendly. Food, both evenings and breakfast were excellent.
Scored 7.1
7.1
Rated good
Good
298 reviews
Price from
£153
1 night, 2 adults
The Earl Of Derby, hotel in Cambridge

The Earl of Derby offers en suite rooms and is just a 5-minute walk from Cambridge Train Station. With free parking the Earl is 400 metres from the Botanic Gardens.

Great location fantastic car park and friendly staff
Scored 7.6
7.6
Rated good
Good
983 reviews
Price from
£107
1 night, 2 adults
The Carpenters Arms, hotel in Great Wilbraham

Located in Great Wilbraham, 14 km from University of Cambridge, The Carpenters Arms provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Excellent breakfast, very cosy rooms with much thought given to decor. Tea and coffee facilities in the room were excellent and they provided a jug of fresh milk for the room.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
116 reviews
Price from
£133.47
1 night, 2 adults
The Hole In The Wall, hotel in Little Wilbraham

Set in Little Wilbraham, 12 km from University of Cambridge, The Hole In The Wall offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

A lovely location with the most welcoming staff. Clean and comfortable with very polite and attentive staff. Breakfast and dinner were excellent, and as a Vegetarian Coeliac, that is usually not the case.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
340 reviews
Price from
£121
1 night, 2 adults
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Perfect for rustic breaks in the countryside, an Inn is a small property with basic hotel services and typically traditional decor. Inns are fully licensed and have a bar providing food and drinks in the evening, which distinguishes them from country or guest houses.

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  • Crown & Punchbowl
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,012 reviews

    Crown & Punchbowl has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Cambridge. The property is situated 33 km from Audley End House, 43 km from The Apex and 46 km from Ickworth House.

    Very friendly staff, lovely food and great amenities.

  • The Lord Byron Inn
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,118 reviews

    The Lord Byron Inn is a charming pub that dates back to the 17th century. It has a restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and offers guest accommodation just over 2 miles south of Cambridge city centre.

    Very clean . Amazing staff. Lovely food. Warm welcome

  • The Old Red Lion Inn
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 110 reviews

    Situated in Cambridge and with Audley End House reachable within 17 km, The Old Red Lion Inn features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a bar.

    A nice place to stay, friendly staff and good food.

  • Golden Ball Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 266 reviews

    Located in Cambridge and within 20 km of University of Cambridge, Golden Ball Hotel features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Great location Owners were very hospitable and welcoming

  • The Red Lion Hotel
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 298 reviews

    The Red Lion Hotel dates back to the 13th century and features wooden beams hand-carved by Carmelite monks.

    Staff were excellent food including breakfast very good

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  • The Red Lion
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 289 reviews

    Located in Cambridge and with University of Cambridge reachable within 8.2 km, The Red Lion provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Accommodation in quiet location, staff and local amenities.

  • The Waterman
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 719 reviews

    The Waterman is situated 2 minutes’ walk from the River Cam, and half a mile from the historical city centre of Cambridge. This traditional Cambridge pub features an on-site restaurant.

    Very comfortable stay and friendly staff. Thank you!

  • The Earl Of Derby
    Free cancellation options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 983 reviews

    The Earl of Derby offers en suite rooms and is just a 5-minute walk from Cambridge Train Station. With free parking the Earl is 400 metres from the Botanic Gardens.

    Friendly staff, lovely breakfast and comfortable bed

  • King Deluxe Ensuite with Shower-Bath and Courtyard View - Fawcett

    Situated in Cambridge and within 5.7 km of University of Cambridge, King Deluxe Ensuite with Shower-Bath and Courtyard View - Fawcett has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the...

  • TWIN Deluxe Disabled Access and Wet Room with Courtyard View - Newton

    Set in Cambridge and within 5.7 km of University of Cambridge, TWIN Deluxe Disabled Access and Wet Room with Courtyard View - Newton features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the...

  • King Deluxe Ensuite with Courtyard View - Hawking
    Scored 4.0
    4.0
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 1 review

    Set in Cambridge and within 5.7 km of University of Cambridge, King Deluxe Ensuite with Courtyard View - Hawking has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • King Deluxe Ensuite with Courtyard View - Venn
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1 review

    Set in Cambridge and within 5.7 km of University of Cambridge, King Deluxe Ensuite with Courtyard View - Venn features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

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  • Avg. price/night: £82.50
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,118 reviews
    Very good rooms , dinner , and breakfast. Evening staff were excellent.
    Terry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £82.50
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,118 reviews
    Great dinner and good parking in Cambridge
    Willy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £107.10
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,691 reviews
    Lovely location and fantastic food at dinner and breakfast. Outside area is gorgeous and looks very pretty at night with all the lovely lights. Most staff were very friendly and helpful. Dog friendly.
    Catherine
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £82.50
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,118 reviews
    Beautiful location for a visit to Cambridge on our way to Scotland. Very glad to have been here, they over delivered. Nice and friendly staff, comfortable and clean rooms. Fun to have had dinner in your beer garden.
    Pascal
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £147.90
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4,746 reviews
    We stay in Cambs every 6 weeks to visit my Father in law. We usually stay at the premier inn but this place is fabulous!
    Peter
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £212
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,294 reviews
    Room, dinner in the Tavern but the service from the staff was exceptional.
    Martin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £82.50
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,118 reviews
    Excellent location for visiting Cambridge and for walking down to the river at Granchester. Historic inn with charm. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Comfortable room in modern annex and excellent food served in the inn. The staff were most helpful I throughout.
    Geoffrey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £120
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 163 reviews
    The room was super clean! I've stayed in quite a few guest houses across the UK, and this was definitely a winner in terms of cleanliness, its hosts obviously do a great job maintaining the premises. And it was really cosy!
    Alexandra
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £90.50
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,738 reviews
    Affordable, simple accommodation in convenient location near the train station, parking available. Very friendly and helpful innkeeper.
    Peter
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £212
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,294 reviews
    Excellent location, friendly and professional staff. Dinner in the Parkers Tavern was excellent & staff there very good.
    Deirdre
    Young couple

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