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The John Barleycorn Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Cambridge with free parking

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Moorfield Road, Cambridge, England, CB22 4PP
  • Place, Imperial War Museum Duxford
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Addenbrooke's Hospital
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Imperial War Museum Duxford, The John Barleycorn Inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Sawston Hall. This 4-room, 3-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 12 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 12 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 13 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 16 min drive - 10.9 miles

Getting around

  • Whittlesford Parkway Station - 6 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cambridge Building - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rose Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Three Horseshoes - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Tickell Arms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The John Barleycorn Inn

Inn in Cambridge with free parking
You can take advantage of free parking if you drive.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Renovations and closures

This property is closed from May 26 2022 to May 26 2023 (dates subject to change).

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The John Barleycorn Inn?

The John Barleycorn Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around The John Barleycorn Inn?

This inn is located in Cambridge, close to Imperial War Museum Duxford, Sawston Hall, and Audley End House. You'll also find RSPB Fowlmere Nature Reserve and Gog Magog Golf Club nearby.

Is parking available on site at The John Barleycorn Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The John Barleycorn Inn include a casino at the property?

No, The John Barleycorn Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The John Barleycorn Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Are there hot tubs at The John Barleycorn Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The John Barleycorn Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The John Barleycorn Inn offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The John Barleycorn Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The John Barleycorn Inn.

Does The John Barleycorn Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How close is the airport from The John Barleycorn Inn?

The closest major airport to The John Barleycorn Inn is Cambridge (CBG), which is 14.5 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 22 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The John Barleycorn Inn?

No, at The John Barleycorn Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

The John Barleycorn Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 235 out of 448 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 448 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 448 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 448 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 448 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place . Clean rooms . friendly people .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really polite staff. Great clean accommodation also. Great food and friendly locals. Cant wait to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

chrissie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An uncomfortable stay

This place could be really fabulous but it is looking a bit tired. The bed was particularly uncomfortable and the duvet just about covered it. Furnishings were dark and a bit shabby. Bathroom is nicely fitted out but water pressure very temperamental. We did receive a warm welcome and the cooked breakfast was good but not much choice. We didn’t eat dinner there but bar was busy with diners.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

william

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Could do with better mattresses

The room was reasonably spacious, the bed / mattress was not the best and the TV in the room was extremely small. Breakfast and service was excellent 👍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

F

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

Nice place to stay

Clean & comfortable small room in an annexe to a lovely country pub with excellent food and service. Very convenient for IWM Duxford (5 min drive) and 15-20 mins for Cambridge park & ride or city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Uber friendly Hosts

Stayed prior to a Spitfire flight out of Duxford next morning. Great atmosphere, especially the pseudo Pilot Officers rooms which leant themselves to the occasion. Staff we absolutely super and Uber friendly and helpful. Excellent food !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

James

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing

Not sure how this place is 4 star it’s a few huts at the back of a pub
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Steve

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort

Not great

Rooms are very worn. Bedroom fan so noisy and they could t switch it off. Pub is good, breakfast finishes at 8.30am. Bit early!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Johnathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid

The pub itself was great, the food and service was good. Neither of us slept a single moment. The room has a bright green light shining all night and our room has the boiler fixed to the outside wall behind bedhead. Honestly sounded like a jumbo jet the whole time, initially i thought there has been an explosion, it was so loud. They are aware and still sell the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spent 3 nights here and really enjoyed it. Staff friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was very good. Real coffee in a pot. Has a good bus service to and from cambridge so no worries about trying to find somewhere to park. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Lovely relaxing two night stay with excellent food

We were lucky enough to catch a cancellation to stay for a couple of nights at this lovely village pub with four letting rooms just a stumbling distance from the bar! So close to Duxford IWM and so peaceful and quaint. The welcome could not have been friendlier. The pub was busy with regulars and visitors alike and the food was so good my husband said it was probably the best steak meal he'd ever had - and he's been around a while! (Can't remember what it was called, but it was strips of fillet steak on a green salad). Have tried to recreate it, but looks like we'll just have to go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely old atmospheric pub. The welcome and food was excellent. Sausage at breakfast was particularly nice. Room was in an annex to the rear opposite the outside bar space but not an issue with noise etc. Very convenient for Duxford .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tad

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

A long awaited return.

We had not stayed there since before the pandemic, nevertheless we were recognised and made welcome. A nice clean room was provided and a spacious bathroom. A delicious freshly cooked breakfast was provided in the morning. Small wonder that we return there, not just to stay, but also to meet up with friends for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cottsge charm
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

philip

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

My stay at John Barleycorn Inn

Loved the place but bed could do with upgrading
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Myself and my partner stayed here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and staff team
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Landlord’s diplomacy. Bed was rather small.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

ann

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

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

Lovely place to stay always

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

peter

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

poor show no dinner ,no real brecky and £85 for 2

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

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