Located near the University of Cambridge, ibis Cambridge Central Station offers a blend of modern comfort and eco-friendly charm. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind with a coffee at the cafe, or take advantage of bike rentals to explore nearby Fitzwilliam Museum and Cambridge Corn Exchange. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
When you stay at ibis Cambridge Central Station, you'll be a short five-minute drive from University of Cambridge and Fitzwilliam Museum. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
231 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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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
Express check-out 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
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
To-go breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
Built in 2016
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
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
To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 13.5 for adults and GBP 6.75 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 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.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
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
ibis Cambridge Opening September 2016 Hotel
ibis Cambridge Opening September 2016
ibis Cambridge Central Station Hotel
ibis Cambridge Central Station Cambridge
ibis Cambridge Central Station Hotel Cambridge
Frequently asked questions
Does ibis Cambridge Central Station offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ibis Cambridge Central Station 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 ibis Cambridge Central Station?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at ibis Cambridge Central Station?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at ibis Cambridge Central Station.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis Cambridge Central Station?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at ibis Cambridge Central Station and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include University of Cambridge (15-min walk) and Fitzwilliam Museum (1.1 mi), along with River Cam (1.2 mi) and Cambridge Corn Exchange (1.3 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near ibis Cambridge Central Station?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around ibis Cambridge Central Station like?
Ibis Cambridge Central Station is a short 2-minute walk from Cambridge Station and 15 minutes' walk from University of Cambridge. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
ibis Cambridge Central Station Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were excellent with a great selection and catering to various dietary needs. (66 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2026
The breakfast had everything you needed, rooms very nice and staff very kindly
Veronica
Veronica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 May 2026
Extremely clean room and friendly staff!
Katherine Iverly
Katherine Iverly, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2026
Room was clean and in good condition,staff were friendly and very helpful,breakfast was fresh and plenty of choice.
NEIL
NEIL, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 Apr 2026
Good stay in this hotel..
Franco
Franco, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2026
It was great, really enjoyed the breakfast.
Mark
Mark, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2026
Very clean in all areas , exceptional staff well maintained hotel with an excellent attention to detail & customer satisfaction
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2026
Great stay and very friendly staff, would definitely come back
Weronika
Weronika, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Perfect hotel and close to amenities
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Modern hotel, very clean, quiet despite being next to the train station. Staff were very friendly too.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2026
Warm welcome, clean room, comfortable bed, good breakfast selection. Exactly what was required for this trip
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 Apr 2026
Perfect location for my trip. Lots of ammenities close by.
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
We stayed here for two nights as we were exploring round Cambridge for my wife’s birthday. Perfectly located right by the train station and bus stops
James
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2026
Convenient and comfortable
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2026
This hotel is my favorite. I stay here several times a year...Staff if always so pleasant & helpful, rooms spacious & functional, good vibes, great location right next to the train station, short walk to the center of town.
nicole
nicole, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
4 May 2026
Room was clean, staff helpful and friendly, breakfasts good, wide choice of food. Cafe a bit of a let down, average pizza, poor beef (=gravy) curry, often crowded with laptops.
Tony
Tony, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
friendly staff, great breakfast,
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2026
Was just amazing
Howard
Howard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
Eating area very clean.Aircon worked fine.Staff very helpful & friendly👍
WAYNE
WAYNE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Simple. Easy check in and check out. Good value
JA
JA, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
Clean comfortable room. Great breakfast selection and friendly welcoming staff
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
Good clean option
Lucie
Lucie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Great!
Sacha
Sacha, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
Easy check in and was ready much earlier than anticipated. Breakfast was so fresh and lots of choice. Room was spotless. Communal areas were lovely.