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The Waterman

Property class: 3.5

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A bar area with a long bench, round tables, and stools. There is a television mounted on the wall and a bar counter with stools.
A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, and a beer tap. There are bar stools and a seating area with a couch and chairs.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small sofa, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A cozy pub with wooden furniture, a bar area, and a seating area with a fireplace.
A staircase with a sign reading "LODGINGS" and a hand symbol.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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32 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 3AX
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, River Cam
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jesus College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a sink, and a window.

Double Room

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

View all photos for Double Room (King Room)

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a table and chair, a mirror, a fan, a shower, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room (King Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Super King)

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the left.

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

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

A neatly made bed with white and beige pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cambridge

The Waterman places you in the centre of Cambridge, steps from Midsummer Common and within a short 5-minute stroll of University of Cambridge. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Waterman, serves British cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. English breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and noon. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Chesterton inn include Jesus Green and River Cam.
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What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • River Cam - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jesus Green - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jesus College - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 11 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Portland Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Byron's Bear - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Tivoli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Mitre - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Maypole - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Waterman

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Waterman also features a terrace, a garden, and an ATM.

This 3.5-star Cambridge inn is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Waterman offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Cambridge inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 10 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Number 30
  • The Waterman

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 to 15 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Waterman Inn Cambridge
Waterman Inn
Waterman Cambridge
The Waterman Inn
The Waterman Cambridge
The Waterman Inn Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waterman?

The Waterman offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterman?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterman on 27 Sept 2026 start from AU$167, 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.

Does The Waterman serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waterman?

No, The Waterman does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Waterman?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waterman?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Waterman?

Furry friends are welcome at The Waterman, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Waterman Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 248 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the room was a bit worn, the atmosphere was great, the helpful, and the location ideal.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rona

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, really friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We received a warm welcome, the other staff we met were friendly, the bed was comfortable, the room was quiet & breakfasts were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff were great breakfast on our first morning was amazing unfortunately our 2nd morning change of chef breakfast was very late and cold, although I did complain to the manager who just said sorry!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really friendly staff and room was excellent with unlimited coffee pods.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Enjoy A Historic Pub and Inn

Wonderful stay in historic pub and inn. Great food, great friendly and helpful staff, and very comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pub with good facilities stayed here for 1 night rooms are small but everything you need great location for the horse racing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It did what it said on the tin! Clean, welcoming, very comfy bed, bottle of water, proper milk and perfect location for us. Glad I took earplugs as a tad noisy outside (t’was the WE though). Ate dinner there too, which suited us to a T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an amazing couple of nights and would definitely return, lovely place, lovely staff wonderful breakfast , thanks guys
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location great place to stay and explore Cambridge Nice friendly pub great staff Excellent good and drinks would recommend
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay. Very friendly staff. Lovely food and great location. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Reza

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and the room was clean. The bathroom did need some maintenance though
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and facilities. Very friendly staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

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

Good value room above a pub

A nice, good value room above a pub with a central location, and easy walking to Cambridge sights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was fun.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay friendly staff and would stay again. Good distance from city centre and pleasant walk in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and clean, the staff are very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Absolute gem of a place with a great team!

Fantastic welcome, great staff, really friendly atmosphere! Room and food both excellent and great choice of real ales too. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carpinello

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location on top of a quiet pub, easy walk to Cambridge city centre, very dog friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pub and rooms! Parking was challenging, but otherwise everything was just what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024