In the heart of Cambridge, Novotel Cambridge North offers a tranquil retreat with a sauna and indoor pool. Savor lunch or dinner at the on-site restaurant, then unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services and sun loungers by the pool.
St John's Innovation Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Cambridge Science Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Cambridge Regional College - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Cambridge (CBG) - 17 min drive
London (STN-Stansted) - 49 min drive
Cambridge North Station - 1 min walk
Dullingham Station - 14 min drive
Waterbeach Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Thoroughbreads Coffee Bar - 13 min walk
The Golden Hind - 15 min walk
Milton Arms - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Coffee World - 3 min drive
About this property
Novotel Cambridge North
Novotel Cambridge North puts you within a 10-minute drive of Scott Polar Research Institute and Fitzwilliam Museum. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the sauna for a relaxing end to the day. An indoor pool, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
217 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
On-site parking is limited
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
24-hours off-site parking nearby (GBP 22 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Working away
6 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness centre
An indoor pool
Sauna
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairwells
Wheelchairs available on site
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 22 per day (open 24 hours)
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and Samsung Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
Novotel Cambridge North Hotel
Novotel Cambridge North Cambridge
Novotel Cambridge North Hotel Cambridge
Novotel Cambridge North (Opening May 2021)
Frequently asked questions
Does Novotel Cambridge North offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Cambridge North 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.
Is there a pool at Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Cambridge North?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Novotel Cambridge North and nearby?
Novotel Cambridge North has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Novotel Cambridge North like?
Novotel Cambridge North is a short 1-minute walk from Cambridge North Station and 10 minutes' walk from River Cam. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Novotel Cambridge North Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and catering to dietary needs. (53 reviews)
The property's gym was modern, well-equipped, and a great size for a property. (22 reviews)
The pool was a highlight, described as good, great, wonderful, and a must, with many guests enjoying its facilities. (45 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2026
Great hotel, clean room and friendly staff.
The breakfast was really good, only downside of the stay is that the swimming pool is small.
Sharon
Sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Best experience staffs are soo friendly and welcoming amazing time spent here
Manveen
Manveen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2026
Nice hotell, great breakfast. The gym was a plus!
Jonas
Jonas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Very modern clean hotel. Staff were very helpful.
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Very spacious and modern decor....excellent location. Used the pool and sauna....helpful desk staff.....plenty of space in the lounge..Good sound insulation.
Joy
Joy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
Breakfast was excellent but parking expensive
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Enjoyed it!!!
Sumaila
Sumaila, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2026
New hotel with clean rooms. Quite isolated next to Cambridge North but I would stay again. No discount parking available.
Kris
Kris, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
5 May 2026
Duvet cover was dirty had a really bad smell when you put you got close to it, all the staff could do was say sorry.
Parking isn’t free, pool is nice but small.
Erdinc
Erdinc, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
18 Feb 2026
Nice room and staff
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
10 Apr 2026
Overall, poorer than expected.
Roomm was clean and breakfast pretty good.
No hotel car park, poor room ameneties, uncomfortable bed and pillows. Wouldn't stay again
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Mar 2026
Very good location very modern room and clean showers great
Teddy
Teddy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2026
N/a
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Feb 2026
Stay at the hotel quite often when travelling to my tattoo artist. Always a great stay, comfortable rooms, great breakfast choice and easy to travel to whether by rail or car.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Lovely place, staffs were very friendly, rooms and washrooms are very clean, breakfast was delicious.
Vithursha
Vithursha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Feb 2026
Room spotless, excellent sound proofing with regards to the train station, great size, lovely big shower, breakfast excellent and very helpful friendly staff. The location is perfect for Cambridge, being right next door to the train station and only five mins and you are in the town centre!
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
30 Mar 2026
Parking was ok once you realise it is with the train station car parking but confusion info on the website and the booking info was not clear.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
2 Nov 2025
Great spacious rooms, amazing breakfast
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Yep
Kamil
Kamil, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
22 Mar 2026
Although my room was cleaned and the towels replaced, the tea/coffee/milk was not replaced and there was a dirty cup left in the room. Not really good enough.
The member of staff on breakfast duty was excellent. Very welcoming, friendly and helpful.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Mar 2026
This is my go-to hotel in Cambridge, although I notice the selection of spirits at the bar has decreased, and the breakfast options have tightened up a bit in terms of variety. The hotel has replaced some of the older furnishings, which were needed. The bedrooms are comfortable, and the Wi-Fi is good, although it is not as easy to work from as the desks are smaller.
Ben
Ben, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
Nice hotel
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2025
Great location, easy to get to and into Cambridge
Ivor
Ivor, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
18 Jan 2026
If breakfast menue changes day day day, it will be perfect.