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The Waterman

3.5 star property
Inn with restaurant, near University of Cambridge

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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

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

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 €96
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room (Super King)

Deluxe Double Room (Super King)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • River Cam - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jesus College - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St. John's College - 12 min walk - 1.0 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

  • ‪The Portland Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tivoli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Byron's Bear - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fort St. George - ‬4 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
    • 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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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • 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
  • Bicycle 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

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
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 EU regulations about consumer rights, 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 are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. 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 3 minutes' walk from River Cam.

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Reviews

The Waterman Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, wonderful, and top-notch with options such as Eggs Royal and Full English. (7 reviews)
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very friendly
Rona, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place, really friendly and helpful staff
Olivia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We received a warm welcome, the other staff we met were friendly, the bed was comfortable, the room was quiet & breakfasts were wonderful.
Susan, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

We booked the double room. It was VERY SMALL!! Couldn’t swing a cat in it (no place to put luggage for example). Towel rail permanently on and so close to the toilet, it burned your leg if you weren’t very careful how you sat. Paint chipped and peeling. Needs updating. Staff were kind and helpful. Breakfast was good.
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really friendly staff and room was excellent with unlimited coffee pods.
JONATHAN, 2-night trip
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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
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6/10 Good

Staff were helpful and the room was clean. The bathroom did need some maintenance though
Reza, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, great location.
Edward, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Location great place to stay and explore Cambridge Nice friendly pub great staff Excellent good and drinks would recommend
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room and facilities. Very friendly staff and good breakfast
Lucy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was fun.
Angelique, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Waterman is a loverly pub doing good beer and good food and the staff are great. Have stayed there on numerous occasions and the rooms are cosy but lovely and perfect for me on my own. Great location too, easy to cross the river and be in town in under 10mins. I will def stay there again. Staff even helped me getting a taxi to the station this morn when i thought i would miss my train bit i just made it!! So thank for that guys and thanks for a lovely stay in Cambridge!
philip, 5-night trip
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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
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8/10 Very good

The room was lovely and clean, the staff are very helpful and friendly.
Charlotte, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location on top of a quiet pub, easy walk to Cambridge city centre, very dog friendly!
Carpinello, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely pub and rooms! Parking was challenging, but otherwise everything was just what we needed!
Brianne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed overnight here so we could catch a nearby folk music gig. Everything was outstanding! If you're looking for that "Sign of the Prancing Pony" romantic inn experience, this is it. I half-expected to see Aragorn ensconced in the corner. Breakfast was absolutely terrific: my wife had the vegetarian full English and I had the regular, both superb. Strong, flavorful coffee made fresh. Staff were always helpful and friendly. We'd definitely stay here again in Cambridge!
Ryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff is very friendly and willing to help.
Jacqueline, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable cosy room, a good shower with lovely gels and creams. Great pub with friendly staff
sally, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location and value

Met by helpful and polite staff. Good nights sleep.
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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