Location: Cambridge Bed and Breakfast Inns
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Cambridge might be best known for its university, home to some of the world’s greatest minds (Milton, Darwin, Hawking, etc.). But there’s a vibrant theater and arts scene here as well, and you’ll find fantastic contemporary restaurants mixed in with traditional pubs. Climb the tower of Great St. Mary’s Church for sweeping views of the city.
Restaurants in Cambridge
1. Rectory Farm
Overall Ratings
4 based on 839 reviews
COVID-19 IMPORTANT HOTEL NOTICE: Rectory Farm Hotel is temporarily closed. If you are a key worker please contact our hotel team directly to discuss your requirements. Set in 50 acres of grounds, Rectory Farm is 2 miles from Cambridge centre. This country house offers a heated outdoor swimming pool (summer), ample parking for a small charge and free Wi-Fi. Set in a grand period building, the elegant bedrooms each have a private modern bathroom and tea/coffee facilities. Rooms also feature a TV, DVD Player, hairdryer, and all have scenic countryside views. Rectory Farm features a heated outdoor swimming pool. There are croquet lawns and a spacious terrace with outdoor seating. For an additional cost, a generous continental breakfast is served in the grand dining room, including fresh fruit and pastries. Just 5 minutes' drive from Cambridge's scenic College Backs, the Rectory is 2 miles from Castle Hill and Kettle's Yard art gallery. The Grand Arcade shopping centre is a 10-minute drive away.
Never again
Reviewed By annamN7335NPWe are sorry to see this nice place going downhill so much that despite staying here many times before Brexit and the pandemic we have now decided to never come back again. We have booked a Family arrangement for an overnight stay for us, our daughter and our 6 years old grandson; while our daughter has participated at a dinner at the University. What we got (for £163!) was an 18m2 room with a double bed and a sofa bed; with only one single armchair and a half-broken chair. Nothing else would have fit in anyway, as there was hardly enough place to move around the beds as it was. Not an accommodation we would have accepted even if it was cheaper. When we complained we have faced the owner who’s rudeness was then echoed by an unpleasant woman in the reception - telling us what we should have done to get another room - rather than being sympathetic, supportive and apologise for the arrangements. It is hard to believe that people with such an attitude towards their “guests” are allowed to operate in the hospitality business! The building and the surrounding is great, so one might appreciate such a rural option when staying in Cambridge - despite the lack of breakfast or even a functioning fridge in the room - were the service human at all.
2. Leverton House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 270 reviews
We pride ourselves on our clean and comfortable rooms and friendly service. All our rooms are non-smoking and have color TVs, tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryers. We also provide a patio area at the end of a pleasant garden, and off-road parking. We are located a mile and a half east of Cambridge City Centre on the A1303 (Newmarket Road) which is easily accessible from the M11 via the A14.
Disappointed
Reviewed By morganski2After reading lots of reviews about this place. We decided to book for 1 night. Our room was tiny, up a steep narrow staircase, it appeared clean. However, my husband was scolded using the shower in the morning. There was evidence of incomplete bathroom cleaning, the sink had hairs around it. The bottled soap dispenser was not clean. The bed sheets had not been ironed! When we saw the breakfast room, we decided not to have breakfast. This was definitely not value for money.
3. Regency Guest House
Overall Ratings
3 based on 222 reviews
Finding an ideal guest house in Cambridge does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Regency Guest House, a nice option for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV, and Regency Guest House Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the guest house, including express check-in and check-out and baggage storage. As an added convenience, there is paid public parking available nearby. Nearby landmarks such as King's College Chapel (0.5 mi) and Queens' College (0.6 mi) make Regency Guest House Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Cambridge. If you like cafes, Regency Guest House is conveniently located near Aromi, Signorelli's Deli Cambridge, and The Architect. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular gardens such as Cambridge University Botanic Garden, Clare Fellows' Gardens, and Nightingale Recreation Ground. Regency Guest House puts the best of Cambridge at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Great location
Reviewed By JJayne62Great location , clean and tidy rooms , good facilities -well equipped kitchen Keys were all ready for collection , easy booking system and great communication with owners - recommended for central Cambridge - nearby lots of bars / restaurants and The Corn Exchange
4. The Earl of Derby
Overall Ratings
4 based on 208 reviews
Welcome to The Earl of Derby, your Cambridge “home away from home.” The Earl of Derby aims to make your visit as relaxing and enjoyable as possible, which is why so many guests continue to come back year after year. Nearby landmarks such as Queens' College (1.1 mi) and Trinity College (1.3 mi) make The Earl Of Derby Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Cambridge. Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV and a desk, and The Earl Of Derby Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. In addition, guests can enjoy breakfast during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While visiting Cambridge, you may want to try some shawarma at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Taj Tandoori. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Fitzwilliam Museum (0.8 mi), Cambridge University Botanic Garden (0.5 mi), and Market Square (1.1 mi), which are all within walking distance of the bed and breakfast. The Earl of Derby puts the best of Cambridge at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Amazing food & drinks
Reviewed By ReviewKing19Often go to the Earl of derby for drinks but today I tried the new pasta on the menu & a few days ago the bbq, both were delicious, couldn’t fault a thing it was amazing definitely recommend to anyone.
5. The Waterman
Overall Ratings
4 based on 196 reviews
A modern-day meeting place & contemporary inn! Open all day & just a short stroll across the beautiful Midsummer Common from central Cambridge. Proudly positioned on Mitcham’s Corner, Chesterton Road, Cambridge. We like to think we have it all covered here… craft beer, an eclectic range of wines & spirits, fresh flavour driven food & even a bed for the night should the stumble home feel too adventurous! Not only that, you can sample our wares in the sun-kissed courtyard, ‘Potting Shed’, pub or at our next door neighbour’s place, no. 30 coffee shop!
No friendly staff!
Reviewed By 431freddiekAs we arrived we realised that there was NO WHERE to park. We had an email the day before stating there was parking out the front (pay and display) which there was but only for 2 hours... so it took us a good 30 minutes driving around looking for a space down a side road! The room was ok, clean and tidy. Sink in the bathroom was tiny, had to put the kettle under the shower to fill it up! The duvet was thin as paper and the pillows lumpy... We had a room at the back and noise doesn't really bother us so we knew the beer garden would be noisy till around 11 - closing time. However, we think there was a lock in as around 12.30/1 there was people back in the beer garden outside our window smoking and chatting away for a while which was pretty annoying. Upon check out, who ever the bar staff member was see us waiting at the bar to hand the keys back, she was on the phone with her ear phones in. Slowly strolled over still talking on the phone, basically took the keys and said thanks. Didn't even ask if all was ok. Safe to stay we won't be staying again, the last part really topped it off.
6. The Holly Tree
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
The Holly Tree BnB is an excellent choice for those wishing to visit Cambridge. We are just 13 minutes walk to The New Royal Papworth Hospital Addenbrooke's and the Biomedical Campus. Close to some of Cambridge's most popular landmarks, such as Queens' College (2.4 mi), Grantchester Village (2.4 mi) and the Botanic Gardens (1.9mi) just to mention a few. We provide single, twin and double accommodation. All our rooms have coffee/tea facilities, a desk, alarm clock, flat screen TV, hair dryer, towels, free toiletries and internet connection at no extra charge. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests and a buffet style continental breakfast included in our rates. While you stay with us If you wish to dine out, there is a selection of nice restaurants & pubs including steak houses, global cuisines buffet-style & Italian & British food restaurants. Wishing all our guests a pleasant and comfortable stay with us.
NOT WORTH THE MONEY. Bad pillows and grumpy over zealous owner
Reviewed By Chlottie1Don’t do it. You’ll sleep badly, the pillows are dreadful, you’ll have to take your shoes off in the house but walk through a kitchen and bathroom ( bad shower, old caste away mouldy toiletries) and it smells of cats or cheap room spray. The owner is grumpy. Faulty towers would have been more fun. It’s frankly post pandemic far too expensive for what it is.
7. The Orlando
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
The Orlando is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Cambridge, offering many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as King's College (0.9 mi) and King's College Chapel (0.9 mi), guests of The Orlando can easily experience some of Cambridge's most well known attractions. The Orlando offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a desk, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The guest house offers baggage storage, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a snack bar. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the barbeque restaurants, including MillWorks, Smokeworks, and SmokeWorks Station Road, all of which are a short distance from The Orlando. If you are interested in exploring Cambridge, check out one of the science museums, such as Cambridge Science Centre and Whipple Museum of the History of Science. Enjoy your stay in Cambridge!
Clean, spacious, great location, quick response from Hotel when needed
Reviewed By ellaacarmenI had a wonderful stay at The Orlando. Room 1 was spacious, clean and nicely furnished. Codes to get into the building/room worked perfectly. Great location for exploring Cambridge. Shower was hot and had good pressure. There is not so much privacy with the bathrooms frosted glass but this was not a problem for us. Host was very quick to respond! I was even able to leave my luggage in a locker after check out! I will be back!
8. Arbury Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
Fabulous place
Reviewed By Paula SVisited with my husband for 1 night, to see the sights of Cambridge. We were greeted by the lovely Anita and Toby the dog who is the most friendly pooch and just wants you to play with him. We had a lovely en-suite room at the front of the house, it’s quite a busy road, but Anita did warn us about the traffic and very thoughtfully provided us with ear plugs. This fab B&B is just a 20 min walk into the town centre. Anita gave us a map of town and pointed out some routes to take through the park etc. Breakfast was just amazing, all freshly cooked to order and well worth the wait, plenty of choice of cereals and fruit, yogurt to choose from. In short this place is THE place to stay if you’re in Cambridge.
9. The Norna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Smart value.
Reviewed By 307ehabsSmart botique hotel. Superb location. You can immediately tell that this place was refurbished and is managed with love (commitment to quality and high standards). Hands down one of the best value-for-money hotels in this beautiful city!
10. Acorn Guest House
Overall Ratings
3 based on 155 reviews
Acorn Guest House is an excellent choice for travelers visiting Cambridge, offering a budget friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Close to some of Cambridge's most popular landmarks, such as St. John's College (0.9 mi) and Trinity College (0.9 mi), Acorn Guest House is a great destination for tourists. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, and you can stay connected during your stay as Acorn Guest House offers guests free wifi. For guests with a vehicle, parking is available. Travelers looking to enjoy some poutine can head to Bread & Meat. Otherwise, you may want to check out a diner such as Gattuso's Trattoria Pizzeria, Byron Hamburgers, or Nivedyam. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular art museums such as Fitzwilliam Museum, Kettle's Yard House and Gallery, and Museum of Cambridge. Enjoy your stay in Cambridge!
4.5 stars! A wonderful holiday in Cambridge
Reviewed By JFrancaiseWe had a wonderful stay at Acorn Guest House. Greeted upon arrival and given the room for the time we had requested. The room was clean, spacious and cosy for the 3 nights we stayed in the city. The bed was extremely comfortable and far better than other 5 star hotels I had stayed in! The room was cleaned and the bed was made every day and the bathroom was in a good condition. We were given towels and a hairdryer. The owners immediately found me a fan on request and kindly allowed us to store our bags at the hotel when we wanted to go out for the day that we checked out. We felt very welcomed and found it was extremely affordable for our budgets and would love to stay again. It felt very covid safe with handsanizer and wipes straight at the door. Our room was in the main house and on the front. At first I was worried we would hear the road outside but it was perfectly fine and we had some fantastic nights of restful sleep. The hotel is a good 20-30 minute walk into the centre of town along the river or taking the roads. It is a little far our from the station 30-40 mins by foot so we took a taxi on the way back (6 minutes in a cab). We believe this is more of a 4.5 hotel than a 4, with only tiny (and maybe even slightly picky) improvements being bigger bath towels for the shower as they didn’t seem to wrap round us enough, and potentially some more tea choices or light breakfast options like croissants (we loved the small packets of free biscuits with a tea). We really hope we can come and stay again and we look forward to when the breakfasts come back when things are a little safer. A massive thank you to the wonderful family who own this hotel for all your help and a fantastic stay in Cambridge.
