John Barleycorn

4.0 star property
Adults-only inn with a restaurant and a bar

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Garden
Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View | 1 bedroom
Bar (on property)
Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View | Bathroom
Bar (on property)

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3 Moorfield Road, Cambridge, England, CB22 4PP
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sawston Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Twin)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Imperial War Museum Duxford, John Barleycorn places you within a few miles (5 km) of Sawston Hall. This 4-room, 4-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Sawston Hall - 5 min drive - 3.1 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 - 14 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Whittlesford Parkway Station - 7 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Three Horseshoes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tickell Arms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

John Barleycorn

Adults-only inn with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at John Barleycorn enjoy free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This is an adults-only property

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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The inn can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of John Barleycorn?

This inn is located in Cambridge, close to Imperial War Museum Duxford and Audley End House. Sawston Hall is also within a driving distance of 3 mi.

Is there parking available at John Barleycorn?

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

Does John Barleycorn feature a casino?

No, John Barleycorn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at John Barleycorn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at John Barleycorn?

At this adults-only inn, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include premium bedding and courtyard views.

Are there hot tubs at John Barleycorn?

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

Does John Barleycorn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, John Barleycorn serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does John Barleycorn allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at John Barleycorn.

Does John Barleycorn have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from John Barleycorn?

The closest major airport to John Barleycorn is Cambridge (CBG), which is 14.5 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 22.1 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at John Barleycorn?

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

John Barleycorn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at this pub / hotel. Would recommend for a short stay if visiting this area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely 1st class
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Karl

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

Work trip

Had a loveley stay, staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was small but adequately equipped and comfortable. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property and village. The staff were very friendly and the food in in the Pub was good. Downsides, the bar and the restaurant were limited on options to choose from. There was zero water pressure in the shower. The gentleman did tell us at check in that they had poor water pressure, however it was non existent. Very difficult to take any kind of shower. Overall it was a nice quiet inn with a good patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

simon

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff lovely and helpful. Room quiet and excellent location to Duxford Museum. Parking great and quiet area . Meals typical pub meals and okay . Room clean but in parts tired . Okay to stay a few nights but for us room a bit small
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, comfortable, dog friendly pub. Very pleased with this stay, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel, with lovely facilities and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James E

Liked: Staff & service
Overall the experience was positive. Very nice owner and staff, however, the water pressure in the shower left a great deal to be desired.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

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

Nice place to stay, shame about shower

Nice place to stay, very welcoming and quiet. My only issue was the shower/bath. There is obviously a low volume water heater and it just does not provide enough water for a decent shower, don't even attempt a bath unless you have 1/2 the night to run it. The rest is exactly as you would want and one of the better places around Cambridge (and much better than any hotel next to the train station where you can't sleep due to the trains and announcements).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Claus

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Neil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Christmas family visit
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Martyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Frustrating

No check in until 17.00, unusual but fair enough. This was a Monday evening and told upon arrival at 17.00 that the room wasn't quite ready (booking made three weeks in advance not last minute) and that they only do evening food Thursdays to Saturdays. Tried to have shower and the water pressure was so low the water barely reached the shower head. On a positive note the continental breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was fine. Breakfast was poor. No cooked option, pain au chocolate was stale or from a packet.

8/10 Good

Diane

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

Nice stay x

Had a lovely stay. The owner was lovely very friendly and helpful. We had a meal on one of the evenings, it was italian night and what we had was very tasty. The venue is very handy for the imperial war museum and a 10 min drive from trumpington park and ride for a visit to Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023