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The Waterman

3.5 star property
Inn with restaurant, near University of Cambridge

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Deluxe Double Room (Super King) | Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Located in the heart of Cambridge City Centre, The Waterman offers a charming retreat with its tranquil garden and inviting coffee shop. Enjoy traditional British cuisine at the on-site restaurant or unwind on the picturesque terrace. With helpful staff, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises your stay is sure to be relaxing.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is £85
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Deluxe Twin Room | Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Double Room | Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room (Super King) | Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room (Super King)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (King Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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About the area

Map
32 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 3AX

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jesus College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The River Cam - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Trinity College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge (CBG) - 12 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 41 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 67 min drive
  • Cambridge Station - 11 min drive
  • Cambridge North Station - 11 min drive
  • Waterbeach Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Byron's Bear - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Maypole - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Tivoli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Portland Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Cambridge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Waterman

When you stay at The Waterman, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Cambridge and Addenbrooke's Hospital. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit The Waterman, which serves British cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay for free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–noon
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Bike parking

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Waterman – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Number 30 – This café serves breakfast and lunch. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 to 15 per person

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Waterman Inn Cambridge
Waterman Inn
Waterman Cambridge
The Waterman Inn
The Waterman Cambridge
The Waterman Inn Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Does The Waterman offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Waterman does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Waterman?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Waterman?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Waterman.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterman?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Waterman and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. The Waterman also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Waterman?

Yes, The Waterman offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Waterman like?

The Waterman is in Chesterton, a short 3-minute walk from University of Cambridge and 5 minutes' walk from Jesus College.

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The Waterman Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as lovely, delicious, and excellent. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoy A Historic Pub and Inn

Wonderful stay in historic pub and inn. Great food, great friendly and helpful staff, and very comfortable room.
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value room above a pub

A nice, good value room above a pub with a central location, and easy walking to Cambridge sights.
David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location by Jesus Common is excellent for walking to town and to the Wilberforce Road Sports Ground. We found parking about 7 minutes away. We were a little disappointed that our 'deluxe double room (Super King) was the same room ('double room') that we had the year before. It is quite cosy but difficult to open the small window due to secondary glazing and difficult to clean teeth due to shelf above the tiny washbasin.
Linda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay
roxanne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
MARK, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was fun.
Angelique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room and facilities. Very friendly staff and good breakfast
Lucy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing couple of nights and would definitely return, lovely place, lovely staff wonderful breakfast , thanks guys
Julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location on top of a quiet pub, easy walk to Cambridge city centre, very dog friendly!
Carpinello, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great location.
Edward, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay friendly staff and would stay again. Good distance from city centre and pleasant walk in
Beverley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location great place to stay and explore Cambridge Nice friendly pub great staff Excellent good and drinks would recommend

8/10 Very good

The room was lovely and clean, the staff are very helpful and friendly.
Charlotte, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely pub and rooms! Parking was challenging, but otherwise everything was just what we needed!
Brianne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is very friendly and willing to help.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolute gem of a place with a great team!

Fantastic welcome, great staff, really friendly atmosphere! Room and food both excellent and great choice of real ales too. We really enjoyed our stay!
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay. Very friendly staff. Lovely food and great location. Would recommend.
Linda, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The englidh breakfast at the waterman is excellent
Gabriel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely cosy hotel

Lovely hotel but the emergency exit light in our room (4) was so bright it was difficult to sleep. Couldn’t fault it otherwise but obviously this is an issue restwise Really pleasant staff and nice location just out of town
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
Charles, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Small rooms, right bathroom space, but it is a very old pub. Staff were great.
Bradley, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely accommodation - would highly recommend!

Good sized room set above a lovely pub with a great beer garden and food options for both breakfast and evening. Good location near the river to easily walk into town.
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with a short walk along the river to the main town. Good clean rooms and a great bar to spend some time in. Highly recommended
Adam, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location and value

Met by helpful and polite staff. Good nights sleep.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable cosy room, a good shower with lovely gels and creams. Great pub with friendly staff
sally, 1-night trip