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Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Cambridge

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Property amenity
Free daily buffet breakfast
In the heart of Cambridge, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge, an IHG Hotel is a haven for comfort and convenience. Savor the free breakfast buffet, unwind at the bar or explore nearby attractions like Cambridge Junction. With helpful staff and luggage storage available, previous guests have appreciated this hotel's overall value.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £60
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(79 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in Cambridge, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG is in the business district. Cambridge Junction and Fitzwilliam Museum are cultural highlights, while Anglesey Abbey is a notable landmark. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Newmarket Racecourse.
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15/17 Coldhams Park, Norman Way, Cambridge, England, CB1 3LH

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • King's College - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Trinity College - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 15 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Brook - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hot Numbers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Petersfield - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Hotel near University of Cambridge
Located close to Cambridge Junction and Fitzwilliam Museum, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and luggage storage
  • A TV in reception, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • A vending machine, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 173 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Great Room

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (163 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2003
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

As of 3 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG on 28 Sept 2025 start from £60.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Self-parking is available for GBP 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG located?

Located in Romsey, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Cambridge, Cambridge Junction and Cambridge Corn Exchange. Fitzwilliam Museum and Addenbrooke's Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km). Cambridge Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1012 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was very helpful , lovely cooked breakfast, walk in shower, lovely dove hair shampoo and hand wash, lovely soft trowels, tea and coffee in your room,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Swapnadip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jyotika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy location to stay at to tour Cambridge town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for quick travel and hot breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money accommodation. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall a pleasant stay, very friendly staff, only issue was a couple of plumbing issues
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property Exactly as it is described Breakfast was top notch
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and price was perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Room was spacious and clean. Decent breakfast buffet. Great staff. Ideal location for Cambridge stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff super friendly. Pizza was better than any High Street Chain. Area out back of the dining area for Smokers. TV didn't work but it was no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiaojian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little far from the center of the city. Otherwise, it’s wonderful. The room I lived is newly renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sahar

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bre
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
Great value for overnight stay with breakfast. Helpful, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite far away from the town centre but it was great that we were able to check in an hour early. The room was quiet and there was lots of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check in, clean comfy room, tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Fantastic stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patrice Pierre Henri

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, nice staff, nice breakfast and good room. Unfortunate that the air conditioning didn’t extend to the rooms, and location more appropriate for access to the business activity centre than to the town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Amenities
Very helpful when checking in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gireeshkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

value for money

enjoyable overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Honorah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Value for money staff friendly and veryhelpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I do advertises parking but you do have to pay for it. Not mentioned in the advert.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Adri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the staff in the bar and reception area was not very efficient or helpful. Other than that, it was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025