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Dolphin Hotel Cambridge

2.5 star property
Hotel in St Ives with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Exterior
1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Executive Room, Ensuite, River View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
London Road, St Ives, England, PE27 5EP
  • The Manor at Hemingford Grey
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Raptor Foundation
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Cambridge
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Park View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

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

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Executive Room, Ensuite, River View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Executive Room, Ensuite, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Suite, Ensuite | Bathroom

Executive Suite, Ensuite

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room

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

About the neighborhood

St Ives

Dolphin Hotel Cambridge places you within 2 miles (3 km) of The Manor at Hemingford Grey and Hill Rise Park Dog Walking Area. This 67-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • The Manor at Hemingford Grey - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Raptor Foundation - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • The Cromwell Museum - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Hinchingbrooke Country Park - 10 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 17 min drive - 14.1 miles

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 20 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tom's Cakes - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Oliver Cromwell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Swan & Angel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Town - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Eric’s Fish & Chips - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Dolphin Hotel Cambridge

Hotel in St Ives with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Dolphin Hotel Cambridge enjoy free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a terrace. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
Beds sport premium bedding. Weekly housekeeping is available.
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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking. There's also a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Best Western Dolphin Hotel St Ives
Best Western Dolphin St Ives
Best Western Dolphin
The Dolphin Hotel St. Ives
Dolphin Hotel St Ives
Best Western Dolphin Hotel St Ives
Dolphin St Ives
Best Western Dolphin Hotel
Dolphin Hotel Cambridge Hotel
Dolphin Hotel Cambridge St Ives
Dolphin Hotel Cambridge Hotel St Ives

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

This hotel is located in St Ives, close to The Manor at Hemingford Grey, Raptor Foundation, and Over Town Hall. Pike & Eel Marina is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

As of Jul 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge on Jul 27, 2025 start from $67.59, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does Dolphin Hotel Cambridge include a casino at the property?

No, Dolphin Hotel Cambridge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Dolphin Hotel Cambridge have a hot tub?

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

Does Dolphin Hotel Cambridge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dolphin Hotel Cambridge serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

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

How far is the airport from Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

The closest major airport to Dolphin Hotel Cambridge is Cambridge (CBG), which is 18.9 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy river or park views.

Dolphin Hotel Cambridge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 58 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Amenities
Nice and near the town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Staff and room very nice. Shame about the ongoing renovations meaning no restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dan, Trumpington

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willim

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

Great

Staff where great x
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

KEVIN

OK for a night or two

Oir stay was OK. A last minute booking so we could spend the evening in the lovely St Ives. We had trouble finding our room and had to go back to reception to ask for help! I thought the room was a little cold in the night. The carpark is large and the location is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alister

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

4/10 Poor

Jamie

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

Avoid

Awful, avoid… building site
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Heating was on and could not turn off as was broken. Reception not obvious. Good parking thou
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Emin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sam

Liked: Room comfort

Probably wouldn't stay again.

They've put bathroom lights on sensors... Ours didn't work so was flickering a lot, my partner isn't good with that so we got moved to the ground floor, a smaller bed and a disabled room. The bathroom needs a deep clean, there is scum all around the splash boards. The bed is fairly comfortable. The decoration has gone for grey chic and clashes with country chicz I'm not sure they've decided on the theme yet. It's expensive for that it is and doesn't include breakfast.... We were woken up to multiple fire alarms - which didn't help after a late night wedding. The poor receptionist didn't know if he was coming or going - they need more staff! However it's in a stunning location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

John

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

Downhill

Used to have a really good stay here until the renovations started. Now no bar, no meals, breakfast is one of the worst.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aryuat

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

4/10 Poor

Lorraine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Do not buy a premium room here!!!

I actually wondered if I were high paying £170 for a room here when I remembered upon check in. Turned up to find no one on reception just a 'back in 5 minutes' sign. No one was back in five minutes so we checked ourselves in - they key was easily reached from the reception desk, so secure! Hotel only tried to take the payment just before check in not at the time of booking, which was annoying for cashflow planning. The room was horribly overpriced for the facilities - I couldn't even find a hairdryer, let alone a welcome pack, which would have been useful as no one was at check-in. I would expect more than a couple of packs of cheap biscuits; no water, welcome note, or fresh flowers, the bed was pretty uncomfortable, no air conditioning, just a cheap floor fan. Very disappointing breakfast area which can only be described as looking like a big working mans club. £10 extra for breakfast on a nearly £200 room is ridiculous. I barely ever leave reviews but I'm here to tell you; do not pay for premium rooms. This hotel does not feel premium and you'll leave regretting the cost. Especially true right now (Aug 24) as they're in the middle of building work and there is material stacked up all over the place. Staff were excellent (morning reception, dining room).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Ok, but will be better when refurbishment all done

The hotel is currently being refurbished, so we expected some disruption. The restaurant wasn’t open for service in the evening. Our superior room was newly appointed, clean and comfortable with balcony view of the river and countryside. Large and clean bathroom. No complaints there. On the downside, there was only one person on reception, the WiFi didn’t work in the room and the cooked breakfast used poor quality sausages.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine

The hotel is under renovation so restaurant and bar not open however our room was beautifully decorated and check in was easy with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

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

8/10 Good

John

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

8/10 Good

Trevor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is under new management and premises are undergoing refurbishment. The room we had was excellent but no restaurant and no bar . Very few staff but the staff available very helpful. Half hotel refurb done but long way to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Vincent, Burbank

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Going through renovations when we stayed so imagine things will be different very soon. The staff was top notch and the location is perfect with many options for food and drinks in walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent, Burbank

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

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