Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

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

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Exterior
Property amenity
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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15/17 Coldhams Park, Norman Way, Cambridge, England, CB1 3LH
  • University of Cambridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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 Twin Beds

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 Twin Bed

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 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

Cambridge

At Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG you'll be within a 30-minute stroll of University of Cambridge and Cambridge Junction. Highlights at this hotel include free weekend breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Great Room, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Romsey hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Cambridge Corn Exchange and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Fitzwilliam Museum.

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • King's College - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Trinity College - 7 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Brook - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Cambridge Blue - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hot Numbers - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Cambridge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG also features a vending machine, a front desk safe, and a television in common area. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 173 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2003
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG offers 173 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, Eurocard 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) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 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 AU$122.34, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG has an uncovered self car park for GBP 5 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors give high marks to the free buffet breakfast here! Available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 475 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1011 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diane

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

One night stay

All good. We just needed somewhere to sleep for one night. The hotel was clean and comfortable. The room was small but adequate, the breakfast was pleantiful and well cooked and well presented. I would use the hotel again but would wanta bigger room if staying for more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Po Shan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, just a 5-7 min walk to the nearest bus stop. Area is quiet. Staff are friendly. The room was fairly cramped for a family when the sofa bed is out. It was also not comfortable to sleep on, could do with replacing the mattress. The bathroom has been nicely renovated but unfortunately the tap is too far from the sink and water goes everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MRS Kit SUM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and room is spacious & clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room and communal areas. Helpful staff. Restaurant area not very large so couldn't deal with the influx of people at breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with partner
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

Graham

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

Friendly Service

Very friendly and helpful staff, good food and drink, nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

8/10 Good

Yew Chee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nitin, Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Couple of lights in room broken, bed so hard i considered sleeping on floor, no socket by bed for cpap machine. Flat beer in bar as according to staff no gas in 2 days, dirty prs left on tables for over 40 mins while staff stoid talking, cold hard bacon and eggs, sausages pale and undercooked.bathroom floor near bar dticky and dirty. Fire alarm on tv in bar dent staff panicking for 10 mins until customer pointed out it was on tv
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, clean & comfortable. However, i booked a twin room with sofa bed for two adults. When we arrived the sofa bed wasn't made up so i spoke to the staff & we went about our day. When we returned, they'd opened the sofa bed & just draped a duvet over it with no sheets. Unimpressed with this but overall a good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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

Excellent service, wonderful surroundings

Our stay at this hotel was amazing. Very quiet with a good view of the lake. Window could not be closed as faulty. Had a wonderful day in Cambridge
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mei Shan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
everything is good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was excellent. The biggest fault with this property was the overnight parking if it wasn’t for the staff the stay would have been a disaster it was stressful enough as it was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Annie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I feel this hotel is dated and needs modernising. There was water leaking onto the bathroom floor in our room. The breakfast was not great. Staff seem very nice. It’s handy to get into Cambridge. You can walk along a path to get to the bus stop into the centre.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025