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The Red Cow Inn

Inn in Royston with free parking

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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant
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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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11 High Street, Royston, England, SG8 8RN
  • Place, Royston Library
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Therfield Heath
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Imperial War Museum Duxford
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Royston

The Red Cow Inn places you within a 10-minute drive of Royston Town Library and Royston Library. This 5-room inn welcomes guests with a bar/lounge and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Royston Library - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Royston Town Library - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Royston Cave - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Therfield Heath - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Meldreth Station - 7 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Jolly Postie - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Banyers House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Fox And Hounds - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Heath Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Red Cow Inn

Inn in Royston with free parking
At The Red Cow Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include ironing boards, desks, and wardrobes or closets.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 14 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Golf driving range

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Proposal/romance packages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 14.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Red Cow Inn Inn
The Red Cow Inn Royston
The Red Cow Inn Inn Royston

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Red Cow Inn?

The Red Cow Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to The Red Cow Inn?

This inn is located in Royston, close to Imperial War Museum Duxford, RSPB Fowlmere Nature Reserve, and Royston Cave. Therfield Heath is also within a driving distance of 4.4 mi.

Is parking available on site at The Red Cow Inn?

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

Does The Red Cow Inn have a casino?

No, The Red Cow Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Red Cow Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Red Cow Inn a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this inn, including a bar, private dining, and proposal/romance packages.

Are there hot tubs at The Red Cow Inn?

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

Does The Red Cow Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Red Cow Inn offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does The Red Cow Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Red Cow Inn.

Does The Red Cow Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Red Cow Inn?

The closest major airport to The Red Cow Inn is Cambridge (CBG), which is 25.3 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 26.8 mi away (40-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Red Cow Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Red Cow Inn.

The Red Cow Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Catherine

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

Bed was only a double and not a kingsize as listed

Lovely pub, beautiful room but description on Hotels.com described the superior room as having a king size bed. It is only a double - we would not have booked the room if we had known.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr C J

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

Excellent food

I can only say look after your chef. Worth his/her weight in gold. Simply beautiful food. Room was clean tidy and service from staff was good. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay with really pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

LOUISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

H

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent place to stop, lovely room, excellent food and brilliant hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and modern , staff were great . Food and service was very good , will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely brilliant room of high spec that was luxurious and spotless. Warm welcome too. I could not ask for more and will definitely return. Many thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

martin

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

Excellent place to stay

Great food, great accommodation, lovely staff Only slight downside is the WiFi ! It doesn’t work in the rooms but gave me a rest from work, so not all bad 😂
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Exceptional

I had a lovely stay at The Red Cow, this place is a real gem! The building and rooms are absolutely gorgeous. The staff were very attentive and friendly & the food I had was so good! Lovely local charm in the bar area with friendly faces welcoming me in. If I find myself needing to stay in this area again, I will without doubt be returning. Wonderful little inn.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this beautiful place was great, definitely will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025