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Our top choices for Cambridge historic hotels

Superior Double Room | Bathroom

Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
3.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (301 reviews)
"very nice and clean hotel, good location"
United States
Oliwia
The price is ￥13,174
￥15,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
Bar (on property)

Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard

Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard
3.0 star property
Cambridge City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (81 reviews)
"Great location."
Canada
Carolyn
The price is ￥14,618
￥17,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard
Front of property

The White Horse Inn

The White Horse Inn
3.0 star property
Cambridge
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (52 reviews)
"Lovely room Excellent food Thank you - I will be back "
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is ￥15,944
￥19,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
The White Horse Inn
Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Centennial Hotel

Centennial Hotel
3.5 star property
Cambridge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, clean and friendly "
United Kingdom
Susanna
The price is ￥26,167
￥31,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Centennial Hotel
Front of property

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
3.0 star property
Stansted
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,428 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United Kingdom
Carl
The price is ￥19,761
￥23,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
Lobby sitting area

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Wilde Cambridge City Centre
4.0 star property
Cambridge City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"loved everything, best place to stay in cambridge"
United States
Olga V
The price is ￥34,288
￥41,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Restaurant

Premier Inn Cambridge - A14 J32

Premier Inn Cambridge - A14 J32
3.0 star property
Orchard Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very nice place, great room with nice bed. Good breakfast and very easy free parking. Staff was just fabulous."
United States
Birgit
The price is ￥9,745
￥11,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Premier Inn Cambridge - A14 J32
Lunch and dinner served

The Porterhouse

The Porterhouse
3.0 star property
Cambridge
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (106 reviews)
"Staffs were helpful and the restaurant offered varied menu to suit a range of preference. Bonus was the onside free parking."
United Kingdom
Jonathan
The price is ￥17,145
￥20,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
The Porterhouse
Standard Cabin | Lake view

The Great Hallingbury Manor

The Great Hallingbury Manor
4.0 star property
Bishop's Stortford
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice to stay before flight"
United Kingdom
Georgina
The price is ￥16,275
￥19,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
The Great Hallingbury Manor
Restaurant

The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

The Hobson Cambridge By Adina
3.0 star property
Cambridge City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"Great location and excellent breakfast."
United States
Dylan
The price is ￥30,124
￥36,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
The Hobson Cambridge By Adina
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Top Cambridge Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable and clean hotel. Very reasonably priced too. The included breakfast was plentiful and of good quality. The hotel is about 4km from Central Cambridge. There is a charge for parking, but it isn't unreasonable for people staying at the hotel. I paid £6 a night."
Jason 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Cambridge?
A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Cambridge is likely on top of your sightseeing list. You can admire the picturesque gardens and scenic riverfront during your visit. You can also take time at the well-known college campus in this walkable area.
How many historical hotels will I find in Cambridge?
In Cambridge, you'll find 766 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in Cambridge?
Cambridge is notable for landmarks like Church of St Mary the Great, Bridge of Sighs, and Anglesey Abbey. Cultural venues include Cambridge Corn Exchange, Fitzwilliam Museum, and Cambridge Junction. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Grand Arcade Shopping Centre and Cambridge Market Square.
What is a historic hotel like in Cambridge?
Guests who choose historic hotels have a chance to stay in a building that has been recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Cambridge often preserve authentic characteristics like traditional architecture and period features within the guestrooms or public spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.
Do historic hotels in Cambridge have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Cambridge, you won't find a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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