The Waterman

Inn with a restaurant, a short walk to University of Cambridge

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Waterman, in Cambridge City Centre, offers a tranquil garden escape and welcoming coffee shop. Enjoy authentic British dishes at the restaurant or relax on the scenic terrace. This smoke-free property provides helpful staff and convenient luggage storage for a restful stay.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Housekeeping
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 9 - Sep 10

Tomorrow

Sep 10 - Sep 11

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

Sleeps 2
2 Large Twin Beds

Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

129 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room (Super King)

Good

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

172 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room (King Room)

Very good

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Coffee/tea maker

Electric kettle

151 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

Located in Chesterton, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, The Waterman is near the airport. Cambridge Lakes Golf Course and Girton Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cambridge Market Square and Mill Road. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fenner's or Abbey Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

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32 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 3AX

What's nearby

University of Cambridge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Jesus College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
The River Cam - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Trinity College - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Cambridge Corn Exchange - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

Cambridge Station - 11 min drive
London (LTN-Luton) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

‪Byron's Bear - ‬8 min walk
‪The Pickerel Inn - ‬11 min walk
‪The Portland Arms - ‬2 min walk
‪The Maypole - ‬10 min walk
‪Fitzbillies - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Waterman

Inn near University of Cambridge

At The Waterman, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, The Waterman, offers lunch, dinner and light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.

You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:

English breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and bike parking
ATM/banking services and smoke-free property
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
Smart TVs with digital channels
Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available

Food and drink

Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 10 to 15 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

Number 30
The Waterman

Conveniences

ATM
Luggage storage

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

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.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water

Desk
Heating
Individual decor
Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 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

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay for free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 to 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Waterman Inn Cambridge

Waterman Inn

Waterman Cambridge

The Waterman Inn

The Waterman Cambridge

The Waterman Inn Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is The Waterman pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Waterman?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Waterman?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Waterman?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Waterman located?

Located in Chesterton, this inn is within a 5-minute walk of Midsummer Common and University of Cambridge. Jesus Green and Jesus College are also within 10 minutes.