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Populus House

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Studio, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
Staircase
Hallway
Studio, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, full-size fridge, microwave, oven
Interior entrance

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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32 Victoria Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 3DU
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, River Cam
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Jesus College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Studio, 1 Bedroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room 1 - 1st floor | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Room 1 - 1st floor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room 2 - 1st floor | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Room 2 - 1st floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room 1 - Ground floor | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Room 1 - Ground floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Ground floor 2 | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Ground floor 2

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Large Double Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Large Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room with Private External Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Double Room with Private External Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Located in Chesterton within a 5-minute walk of Midsummer Common, Populus House is within a 15-minute stroll of University of Cambridge. This 7-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • River Cam - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jesus College - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. John's College - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge North Station - 12 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Portland Arms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Byron's Bear - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Tivoli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Pickerel Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fort St. George - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Populus House

Populus House features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and microwave in a common area. Offsite parking is available for a fee. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and a garden.
21-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; reservations required and discounts available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance 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, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

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

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Populus House Guesthouse Cambridge
Populus House Guesthouse
Populus House Cambridge
Populus House Cambridge
Populus House Guesthouse
Populus House Guesthouse Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Populus House?

Populus House provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Populus House?

This guesthouse is situated in Chesterton, just steps from Jesus Green, and within a 10-minute walk of River Cam and Midsummer Common. You'll also find Cambridge Market Square and Cambridge Corn Exchange less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Populus House?

No, there isn't parking at the guesthouse but you'll find nearby parking with discounts available (off-site parking (reservations required)).

Does Populus House include a casino at the property?

No, Populus House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Populus House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Populus House?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will value amenities like slippers, a kitchen in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Populus House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Populus House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Populus House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Populus House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Populus House.

Are there connecting rooms at Populus House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Populus House?

The closest major airport to Populus House is Cambridge (CBG), which is 3 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 23.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Populus House?

No, there aren't any accommodations at Populus House that offer a balcony.

Populus House Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had our kids with us and the owner of the property was very welcoming and kind to all of us and told us where everything was and hope we enjoyed our stay. Was very nice place and would book again if we have to stay in Cambridge again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Anke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ik heb er heerlijk geslapen, ground floor 2 was een rustige kamer. Er eas een flinke gemeenschappelijke keuken bij, maar die had ik niet nodig. De badkamer met toilet was achter de keuken, deze deelde je met 1 andere kamer wat geen probleem was. Ik was alleen ; het bed zou ik wel wat vinden voor 2 personen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

anne

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

great location and friendly people

very convenient location and a access to a well equipped kitchen. the window did not open which was odd. the room was spacey and the bed wide (though rather soft). was welcomed by a fellow guest who stayed long term and helped out, very homely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

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

Wonderful owner and a great price

Lovely owner, very friendly and professional. Room was spacious clean and comfortable, shared bathroom kept to impeccable standards, would recommend staying here highly! Will be returning on my next visit to Cambridge! Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

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

Great location, approachable and dedicated owner

As a guesthouse it exceeded expectations. A very polite and approachable owner and the rooms were clean and well maintained. There was a slight fragrance that irritated me on arrival but was cleared with minimal ventilation. The only negative was noise pollution from other users of the building (a wedding party and a fighting couple), for which the owner has apologised and was clearly beyond his control. However I would recommend this place and realise my experience is somewhat atypical. I hope to visit again, perhaps in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

VINCENZO S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

non un granchè...

La posizione è ottima vicino al centro. La stanza è piccolissima e la pulizia lascia molto a desiderare...letto comodo e ambiente ottimamente riscaldato. Il bagno distante e per andare in bagno bisogna andare da un'altra parte della casa e attraversare la cucina. La cucina molto sporca, stoviglie pessime....
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in the single with a private bath. The room was clean, comfortable, roomy. The bath was convenient. There was a fridge, microwave, and kettle, all of which was very convenient. The location was an easy walk to University of Cambridge, the commons, and to many nice pubs, bakeries, and 2 co-ops. The neighborhood was quiet and I felt very comfortable at all times. The host provided excellent directions for getting into the room and was always available. I enjoyed my stay and wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Communication was awful. I eventually got a reply 17 hours after first messaging. I had to message as the phone came up as unavailable multiple times with multiple phones. I travelled to Cambridge thinking the guest house must have shut and I would have to find an alternative. Solving this problem wasted part of my short visit. The place was student standard with the grotty shower room through a kitchen and conversations in other rooms could easily be heard, thankfully the other guests were quiet. Only go here if you want real economy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hiromi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, around 100 years old architecture was quite pretty. Location was really close to the city centre, especially to the river Cam panting place where Magdalene college is. Close to Jesus green park where is just over the bridge on river cam.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Juan

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

Worst place

The worst place ever
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly owner. Clean and comfortable bedrooms. House is located within 10 minutes from city centre. This is a shared accommodation and the experience depends on the other guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location

Good location owner friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed to put or head down well visiting the local hospital
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Incorrect cell phone number in info

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not what I had in mind

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

YI-TANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019