Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

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

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Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Property amenity
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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15/17 Coldhams Park, Norman Way, Cambridge, England, CB1 3LH
  • Place, Mill Road
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Anglia Ruskin University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Located in Romsey, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as University of Cambridge and Cambridge Junction. This 173-room, 3-star hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Mill Road - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Abbey Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Anglia Ruskin University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Cambridge - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Cambridge Junction - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Standard - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Black Cat Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Brook - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kingston Arms - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of Cambridge
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. Self parking is offered for GBP 5 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a water dispenser.
32-inch LED TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

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 crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

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.
  • Elevator (64 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2003
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

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

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Romsey within a short 6-minute walk of Mill Road and also 18 minutes on foot from Cambridge University Botanic Garden. You'll also find Abbey Stadium and Parker's Piece within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for GBP 5 per day. Electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and free breakfast at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG serves free buffet breakfast at Great Room each morning.

Will Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG for a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG is Cambridge (CBG), which is 1.4 mi away (5 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 29.1 mi away (47-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good really.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Susanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

deepak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price for cambridge, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

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

Good budget option

A good budget option for Cambridge but needs a car or be happy to walk to nearest transport. Comfortable rooms and okay breakfast offering.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Breakfast deal good. Ground floor and walk in shower I was being disabled great. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Muhammad Aslam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good But Tv were old modes They should change to smart tv connected with wi fi
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

ADAM

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

N

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BERNARD

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality and the breakfast. I did like everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor

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

Duxford air show '25

Hotel walkable location , decent breakfast and lovely staff. Rooms are spacious but unfortunately only a queen size bed......given the room size the wider bed should be the preference.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Abdullahi Usman

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janene, Provo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Holiday In IHC Cambridge.

Super easy check-in, lovely clean smart looking hotel. Good customer service, comfortable bed. Great breakfast and very reasonably priced. What I hoped for and more than met my expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

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

Poor food offering, Severely understaffed

Severely understaffed, waiting to check in as staff were covering the bar, and then later the staff were on reception with multiple people queuing at the bar to order food whilst all staff were on reception ( 2 staff) Food availability was beyond poor; available were Starters, 2 Curries and Limited pizzas. No cooked meat of any description. So again the only food available was pre-prepared stuff, which was either put in a microwave or a pizza oven ....................... No issue with the staff, they were run of their feet The room was clean tho Reasonable overnight parking at £5.00 Business Stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Very lovely stay with my granddaughters
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel should provide alternate directions to get to the hotel when the road leading to it is closed. A journey that should have been 16 minutes took us 90 minutes trying to find another way to get there. We were not familiar with the area and the satnav just kept taking us back to the closed road and the diversion signs suddenly stopped part way. Nobody answered the telephone when we called the hotel. Did not put us in a good frame of mind about the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clifford

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

10/10 Excellent

Wong

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall a pleasant stay, very friendly staff, only issue was a couple of plumbing issues
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025