Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
US$230
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$230
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge average US$147 in the cheapest month (January) and US$242 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$147 |
| February | US$173 |
| March | US$186 |
| April | US$176 |
| May | US$197 |
| June | US$210 |
| July | US$242 |
| August | US$192 |
| September | US$230 |
| October | US$187 |
| November | US$174 |
| December | US$158 |
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Cheapest: January (~US$147)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional amenities at this hotel include wedding services and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at Bistro du Vin, a bistro which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 41 air-conditioned rooms featuring plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
A stay at Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge places you in the heart of Cambridge, steps from University of Cambridge and Hobson's Conduit. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Fitzwilliam Museum and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from The Backs.
What's nearby
University of Cambridge(0.1 Miles)
Hobson's Conduit(0.1 Miles)
Fitzwilliam Museum(0.1 Miles)
Pembroke College(0.2 Miles)
Downing College(0.2 Miles)
Scott Polar Research Institute(0.3 Miles)
The Backs(0.3 Miles)
St Catharine's College(0.3 Miles)
Our Lady and the English Martyrs(0.3 Miles)
River Cam(0.3 Miles)
Corpus Christi College(0.3 Miles)
Cambridge University Museum and Archaeology and Anthropology(0.3 Miles)
Queen's College(0.3 Miles)
Mathematical Bridge(0.4 Miles)
Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences(0.4 Miles)
Cambridge (CBG)(3 Miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(30 Miles)
Luton Airport (LTN)(39.6 Miles)
Heathrow Airport (LHR)(72.5 Miles)
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Location
Trumpington Street, Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
University of Cambridge (0.1 Miles)
Hobson's Conduit (0.1 Miles)
Fitzwilliam Museum (0.1 Miles)
Pembroke College (0.2 Miles)
Downing College (0.2 Miles)
Scott Polar Research Institute (0.3 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.4
Very good
Based on 1,290 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
19%
Couple
56%
Family
12%
Group
8%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge is a characterful, centrally located boutique stay praised for friendly staff, comfy beds and a cosy cellar bar, though reviews also note some dated areas, occasional maintenance lapses and inconsistent restaurant and breakfast experiences.
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What guests think
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge is a characterful, centrally located boutique stay praised for friendly staff, comfy beds and a cosy cellar bar, though reviews also note some dated areas, occasional maintenance lapses and inconsistent restaurant and breakfast experiences.
Recurring concerns include rooms that run warm with faulty or loud air conditioning, intermittent noise from roads or extraction units, visible scaffolding during works, and inconsistent housekeeping or cleanliness. Parking is off site and paid, and the historic, multi level layout involves many stairs, which may not suit those with mobility needs. Overall, expect a charming, central base with personable service, but variable room condition and dining value.
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Facilities
Characterful cellar bar draws praise, though it can close early or feel quiet at times. Parking is off site and paid via nearby garages or partner hotels; there is no on site parking.
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Deb
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Having been told that the bar was open til 11pm we returned at 10.45 to find it locked up. The bar manager happened to be in reception and kindly served us, we needed to sit in a room separate from the bar. OK, but not what we expected.
Having been told that the bar was open til 11pm we returned at 10.45 to find it locked up. The bar manager happened to be in reception and kindly served us, we needed to sit in a room separate from the bar. OK, but not what we expected.
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Julie
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location for Punting tours on the river & visiting the oldest university colleges and the museum. Bar was closed at 5pm so two glasses of very average Chardonnay cost £30 from the restaurant !!! Great front desk staff.
Great location for Punting tours on the river & visiting the oldest university colleges and the museum. Bar was closed at 5pm so two glasses of very average Chardonnay cost £30 from the restaurant !!! Great front desk staff.
10
Cindy
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, very much enjoyed our stay in a junior suite, very spacious and lovely roll top bath in the room. Would definitely stay again. No parking but arrangement with another hotel for £30 per night
Lovely hotel, very much enjoyed our stay in a junior suite, very spacious and lovely roll top bath in the room. Would definitely stay again. No parking but arrangement with another hotel for £30 per night
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Richard
27 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No parking . Bar was in a basement and closed by 11. Carpets were stained . Staff friendly.
No parking . Bar was in a basement and closed by 11. Carpets were stained . Staff friendly.
10
Ian
23 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Free upgrade to a deluxe room and couldn't resist using the roll-top bath! Very helpful reception, including guidance that I could just park on the road outside for free if leaving before 8am rather than paying the £30 fee for a car park a good walk away. Building is a bit of a warren so glad they showed me to my room.
Free upgrade to a deluxe room and couldn't resist using the roll-top bath! Very helpful reception, including guidance that I could just park on the road outside for free if leaving before 8am rather than paying the £30 fee for a car park a good walk away. Building is a bit of a warren so glad they showed me to my room.
10
David
30 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The bar is exceptional for an evening drink k and I really like their breakfast.
The bar is exceptional for an evening drink k and I really like their breakfast.
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Michael
6 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the hotel, very clean and the bed was extra comfy! We were on the top level (attic) so it was a bit cramped but the overall ambience made up for it! The bar was underground and fantastic! We’d defiantly stay there again!
Loved the hotel, very clean and the bed was extra comfy! We were on the top level (attic) so it was a bit cramped but the overall ambience made up for it! The bar was underground and fantastic! We’d defiantly stay there again!
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Huw
13 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel. Walking distance to Cambridge city centre. Great food and excellent service. Our room (Cinema suite) was super. Just the parking lets it down from getting the extra rating star
Lovely hotel. Walking distance to Cambridge city centre. Great food and excellent service. Our room (Cinema suite) was super. Just the parking lets it down from getting the extra rating star
10
Sharon
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The customer service in this hotel is excellent; it’s a really quirky boutique hotel with nooks and crannies everywhere. The bar in the cellar is great with, once again, excellent service from all of the staff. We will definitely be back.
The customer service in this hotel is excellent; it’s a really quirky boutique hotel with nooks and crannies everywhere. The bar in the cellar is great with, once again, excellent service from all of the staff. We will definitely be back.
10
Elizabeth
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice and helpful staff and excellent restaurant. Definitely not a chain hotel, it has loads of personality, including the underground bar with its individual rooms.
Very nice and helpful staff and excellent restaurant. Definitely not a chain hotel, it has loads of personality, including the underground bar with its individual rooms.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean, but housekeeping is inconsistent. Reports include stained carpets or bedding, missed cleans, and some bathrooms needing a deeper refresh.
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Gilles
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was okay. But the next morning I open my bed and realized the bed was dirty. House cleaning ded not made the bed between guest. They give use a better room. That was nice
Everything was okay. But the next morning I open my bed and realized the bed was dirty. House cleaning ded not made the bed between guest. They give use a better room. That was nice
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Rebecca
30 Mar 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel is on the face of it a lovely place to stay and, is the main, good. Central location and cool decor. Comfortable beds, helpful staff, nice toiletries and decent food (not a huge selection, but that there is, is good). Closer look and it was a bit grubby, shower looked good but was dirty and a bit mouldy in the corners and the glass join, and the water didn’t drain so flooded over the edges (we spoke to reception twice in 3 days and nothing was done about it). Sink in the bathroom and the floor also just a bit grubby. Could all do with a deep clean. If we had paid less maybe I’d feel less inclined to be picky, but this is not a cheap place to stay.
The hotel is on the face of it a lovely place to stay and, is the main, good. Central location and cool decor. Comfortable beds, helpful staff, nice toiletries and decent food (not a huge selection, but that there is, is good). Closer look and it was a bit grubby, shower looked good but was dirty and a bit mouldy in the corners and the glass join, and the water didn’t drain so flooded over the edges (we spoke to reception twice in 3 days and nothing was done about it). Sink in the bathroom and the floor also just a bit grubby. Could all do with a deep clean. If we had paid less maybe I’d feel less inclined to be picky, but this is not a cheap place to stay.
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Amy
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel, extremely clean and staff were very helpful. Had a room off a courtyard which was lovely.
Very nice hotel, extremely clean and staff were very helpful. Had a room off a courtyard which was lovely.
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David
8 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely comfortable room and the most amazing, professional, and friendly staff. My room was adjacent to an outdoor smoking area. Each time I returned to my room I had to pass though a cloud of smoke. Also, noise from the courtyard woke me up. I realise that it's inconsiderate guests, not the hotel which is at fault but the smoking area is badly situated. Also, beware of hidden charges on room service bills. The room itself was lovely, the rest of the hotel looks a little tired, e.g., frayed carpets on the stairs. Thanks to the person who checked me in and out and the man who brought my room service. Lovely people.
Lovely comfortable room and the most amazing, professional, and friendly staff. My room was adjacent to an outdoor smoking area. Each time I returned to my room I had to pass though a cloud of smoke. Also, noise from the courtyard woke me up. I realise that it's inconsiderate guests, not the hotel which is at fault but the smoking area is badly situated. Also, beware of hidden charges on room service bills. The room itself was lovely, the rest of the hotel looks a little tired, e.g., frayed carpets on the stairs. Thanks to the person who checked me in and out and the man who brought my room service. Lovely people.
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Loveday
19 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room spotless. Staff courteous & helpful.
Room spotless. Staff courteous & helpful.
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schuyler
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful location. Room was spacious and very clean and the staff was lovely.
Wonderful location. Room was spacious and very clean and the staff was lovely.
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Julie
15 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The boiler in our bathroom was so loud it kept us awake all night. Although the mattress was comfortable, the bed frame had seen better days. The whole bed moved everytime you turned over. Room was clean. Food was lovely.
The boiler in our bathroom was so loud it kept us awake all night. Although the mattress was comfortable, the bed frame had seen better days. The whole bed moved everytime you turned over. Room was clean. Food was lovely.
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Pooja
13 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
In general the hotel and staff were lovely. There was scaffolding all over the hotel and it would have been good to know this before booking. One of the rooms that we booked looked like it hadn’t been cleaned. There were clothes left in there and the bed looked like it had been slept in.
In general the hotel and staff were lovely. There was scaffolding all over the hotel and it would have been good to know this before booking. One of the rooms that we booked looked like it hadn’t been cleaned. There were clothes left in there and the bed looked like it had been slept in.
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Daz
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Found bathroom dirty and the mattress only had 1 sheet and lots stains on it and carpet was filthy staff was lovely but for £400 Was a little disappointing
Found bathroom dirty and the mattress only had 1 sheet and lots stains on it and carpet was filthy staff was lovely but for £400 Was a little disappointing
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Rooms
Rooms are characterful with comfortable beds and some spacious suites, but several feel dated or dark, and a number face noise from roads, extractors or plumbing. Air conditioning is often ineffective or loud, and scaffolding has affected light and views during works.
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Karin
28 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was scaffolding covering the front of the hotel which was not mentioned on their website. My first room had vibrations and noise from a kitchen extractor fan. I asked to be moved. The bed was comfortable and the en-suite was very good.
There was scaffolding covering the front of the hotel which was not mentioned on their website. My first room had vibrations and noise from a kitchen extractor fan. I asked to be moved. The bed was comfortable and the en-suite was very good.
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Filip
18 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice location, but we had not slept at all due to kitchen extractor (so we were informed upon asking for help) somewhere close to our room - incredibly noisy even with earplugs and left us feeling really awful before early flight. It's an old building which can be charming, but you can also hear people slamming doors on your floor like something is exploding. I would not stay again.
Nice location, but we had not slept at all due to kitchen extractor (so we were informed upon asking for help) somewhere close to our room - incredibly noisy even with earplugs and left us feeling really awful before early flight. It's an old building which can be charming, but you can also hear people slamming doors on your floor like something is exploding. I would not stay again.
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Richard
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
On arrival, Entered the bedroom to find a temperature at 30.5 deg C at 6pm. Air con not working and staff had not pre warned us. Housemaids must have known as the windows were all open. Luckily We transferred to another hotel
On arrival, Entered the bedroom to find a temperature at 30.5 deg C at 6pm. Air con not working and staff had not pre warned us. Housemaids must have known as the windows were all open. Luckily We transferred to another hotel
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Arna
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was well located and the staff were pleasant and helpful. The rooms were pretty basic and what was called air conditioning was really non-existent. It was expensive for what it offered.
It was well located and the staff were pleasant and helpful. The rooms were pretty basic and what was called air conditioning was really non-existent. It was expensive for what it offered.
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Miranda
16 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was a bit tired and exceptionally dark as there was scaffolding outside the window - a warning would have been appreciated! Otherwise comfortable, nice smellies in the bathroom and plenty of space. Most of the staff could not have been more helpful.
Room was a bit tired and exceptionally dark as there was scaffolding outside the window - a warning would have been appreciated! Otherwise comfortable, nice smellies in the bathroom and plenty of space. Most of the staff could not have been more helpful.
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Jackie
21 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A great location near to the town centre, but away from the noise and bustle. The staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. The room was nice. The bed was very comfortable and clean. The bathroom was well stocked with l’occitane toiletries. The only downside was that the room looked out over an air conditioning unit and office buildings, so not much of a view.
A great location near to the town centre, but away from the noise and bustle. The staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. The room was nice. The bed was very comfortable and clean. The bathroom was well stocked with l’occitane toiletries. The only downside was that the room looked out over an air conditioning unit and office buildings, so not much of a view.
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Jeanette
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The bed was super comfy and the standard room was a decent size. The shower was amazing and the staff super friendly.
The bed was super comfy and the standard room was a decent size. The shower was amazing and the staff super friendly.
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Caroline
7 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is cool that this is located in such a historic property, and they have thoughtful touches in the rooms (nice soap, old fashioned bath tubs, good quality water in glass bottles). I left my reservation early because I woke up to little bugs biting me in the bed. I’ve never experienced this before. They assured me that these were not bed bugs but advised that I sterilize my traveling things all the same. The windows do not open (for “safety”) and the air/ac does not work so there was no fresh ventilation in the room. The mattress had also settled like the building and was quite uneven in the places where people tend to sleep.
It is cool that this is located in such a historic property, and they have thoughtful touches in the rooms (nice soap, old fashioned bath tubs, good quality water in glass bottles). I left my reservation early because I woke up to little bugs biting me in the bed. I’ve never experienced this before. They assured me that these were not bed bugs but advised that I sterilize my traveling things all the same. The windows do not open (for “safety”) and the air/ac does not work so there was no fresh ventilation in the room. The mattress had also settled like the building and was quite uneven in the places where people tend to sleep.
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Matthew
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall things were ok. The reception area is small and felt disorganised when busy, at times felt like I was an inconvenience to be asking for things - customer service was lacking. The hotel in areas is showing its age, but in the main it met our needs for a short visit. Room itself was comfy, well equipped, clean, everything soft to touch. The air conditioning pretty sure wasn’t working in our room, quite warm, other areas in the hotel were more comfortable to be in and cooler. Breakfast, good range of cooked foods and continental breakfast. Not sure what was going on with the hollandaise sauce with my eggs, more like a bowl of soup with eggs and muffins - very odd. Service was welcoming, full of smiles and all happy to assist. Can’t compare it to other hotels in Cambridge but I think I might try somewhere else on my next visit.
Overall things were ok. The reception area is small and felt disorganised when busy, at times felt like I was an inconvenience to be asking for things - customer service was lacking. The hotel in areas is showing its age, but in the main it met our needs for a short visit. Room itself was comfy, well equipped, clean, everything soft to touch. The air conditioning pretty sure wasn’t working in our room, quite warm, other areas in the hotel were more comfortable to be in and cooler. Breakfast, good range of cooked foods and continental breakfast. Not sure what was going on with the hollandaise sauce with my eggs, more like a bowl of soup with eggs and muffins - very odd. Service was welcoming, full of smiles and all happy to assist. Can’t compare it to other hotels in Cambridge but I think I might try somewhere else on my next visit.
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Kelly
21 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Air conditioning was loud and needed it on as the room was so hot. Room was nice, queen size bed. Decor a little dated.
Air conditioning was loud and needed it on as the room was so hot. Room was nice, queen size bed. Decor a little dated.
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Service
Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful across reception, bar and restaurant, with occasional standout service and gestures. However, there are intermittent issues with indifferent or slow front desk, understaffed breakfast, and a few reports of rude or unhelpful restaurant service.
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Jennifer
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was fine. The assistant manager was very friendly and kind during check-in. My issue was with the hotel restaurant - The Bistro. There was an aggressive server there (man) and quite rude upon checkout. We had dinner there and he added an extra donation surcharge without even asking and when I asked him why he added it without asking, he got annoyed and aggressive. Why are you adding charges without the customer's knowledge. I thought that was odd. Unfortunately, tt really turned me off to the whole experience. The next morning at breakfast he was there again and he recognized me. The man has an attitude for no good reason and perhaps he was having a bad day, but I cannot recommend that restaurant. The French food is subpar at best and the breakfast that I paid for was also mediocre. On top of that the rude service - no thanks.
The hotel was fine. The assistant manager was very friendly and kind during check-in. My issue was with the hotel restaurant - The Bistro. There was an aggressive server there (man) and quite rude upon checkout. We had dinner there and he added an extra donation surcharge without even asking and when I asked him why he added it without asking, he got annoyed and aggressive. Why are you adding charges without the customer's knowledge. I thought that was odd. Unfortunately, tt really turned me off to the whole experience. The next morning at breakfast he was there again and he recognized me. The man has an attitude for no good reason and perhaps he was having a bad day, but I cannot recommend that restaurant. The French food is subpar at best and the breakfast that I paid for was also mediocre. On top of that the rude service - no thanks.
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FRANCES
28 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient location, clean and rooms a bit dark. I have stayed here before and would again. Sadly when I left today and went to check out I said good morning and was ignored by two staff members more interested in their PC than me and my desire to check out. A sour end to my stay. I guess some people aren't equipped to work in the service industry.
Convenient location, clean and rooms a bit dark. I have stayed here before and would again. Sadly when I left today and went to check out I said good morning and was ignored by two staff members more interested in their PC than me and my desire to check out. A sour end to my stay. I guess some people aren't equipped to work in the service industry.
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Alberto Luis Trigo
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We had an amazing stay! Habiba, at the reception, was EXCEPTIONAL. Its a little boutique hotel i highly recommend. Great location. Great service. Super clean. Ery nice
We had an amazing stay! Habiba, at the reception, was EXCEPTIONAL. Its a little boutique hotel i highly recommend. Great location. Great service. Super clean. Ery nice
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William
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable room unique design , well appointed with good amenities, helpful staff and a good location. Avoid Concha y Toro room until works have ceased in courtyard area, otherwise you will get woken up around 8 or 8:30( sadly no advisory on this at time of booking) Also a loose light fitting with wiring showing which had dropped out in wardrobe. Mentioned to staff. Note made. A matter that can easily be resolved. Checkout is at 11:00 and only one person on duty at that point. Long wait as we waited for couple in front to resolve problems and then lady behind us was getting concerned she was going to miss the 11 am deadline for checkout.
Very comfortable room unique design , well appointed with good amenities, helpful staff and a good location. Avoid Concha y Toro room until works have ceased in courtyard area, otherwise you will get woken up around 8 or 8:30( sadly no advisory on this at time of booking) Also a loose light fitting with wiring showing which had dropped out in wardrobe. Mentioned to staff. Note made. A matter that can easily be resolved. Checkout is at 11:00 and only one person on duty at that point. Long wait as we waited for couple in front to resolve problems and then lady behind us was getting concerned she was going to miss the 11 am deadline for checkout.
10
RICHARD
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel and staff highly recommend. Thank you Hotel du Vin
Lovely hotel and staff highly recommend. Thank you Hotel du Vin
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james
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay, wonderful staff in all areas but particularly the front desk.
Lovely stay, wonderful staff in all areas but particularly the front desk.
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Sharon
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The customer service in this hotel is excellent; it’s a really quirky boutique hotel with nooks and crannies everywhere. The bar in the cellar is great with, once again, excellent service from all of the staff. We will definitely be back.
The customer service in this hotel is excellent; it’s a really quirky boutique hotel with nooks and crannies everywhere. The bar in the cellar is great with, once again, excellent service from all of the staff. We will definitely be back.
10
Edward
18 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, with lovely staff. Room wasn’t quite ready when we arrived so were offered complimentary cocktails, which suited me just fine!
Lovely hotel, with lovely staff. Room wasn’t quite ready when we arrived so were offered complimentary cocktails, which suited me just fine!
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GRAHAM
22 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Outstanding service ! We arrived early and asked if we could leave our luggage . Csilla Csanyi could not have been more helpful. A real credit to your Company. On our return later to check in again the service we received was top class. It’s rare these days to actually receive such genuine service. We would have no hesitation staying with you again.
Outstanding service ! We arrived early and asked if we could leave our luggage . Csilla Csanyi could not have been more helpful. A real credit to your Company. On our return later to check in again the service we received was top class. It’s rare these days to actually receive such genuine service. We would have no hesitation staying with you again.
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Matthew
25 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall things were ok. The reception area is small and felt disorganised when busy, at times felt like I was an inconvenience to be asking for things - customer service was lacking. The hotel in areas is showing its age, but in the main it met our needs for a short visit. Room itself was comfy, well equipped, clean, everything soft to touch. The air conditioning pretty sure wasn’t working in our room, quite warm, other areas in the hotel were more comfortable to be in and cooler. Breakfast, good range of cooked foods and continental breakfast. Not sure what was going on with the hollandaise sauce with my eggs, more like a bowl of soup with eggs and muffins - very odd. Service was welcoming, full of smiles and all happy to assist. Can’t compare it to other hotels in Cambridge but I think I might try somewhere else on my next visit.
Overall things were ok. The reception area is small and felt disorganised when busy, at times felt like I was an inconvenience to be asking for things - customer service was lacking. The hotel in areas is showing its age, but in the main it met our needs for a short visit. Room itself was comfy, well equipped, clean, everything soft to touch. The air conditioning pretty sure wasn’t working in our room, quite warm, other areas in the hotel were more comfortable to be in and cooler. Breakfast, good range of cooked foods and continental breakfast. Not sure what was going on with the hollandaise sauce with my eggs, more like a bowl of soup with eggs and muffins - very odd. Service was welcoming, full of smiles and all happy to assist. Can’t compare it to other hotels in Cambridge but I think I might try somewhere else on my next visit.
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Location
Central, walkable base near colleges, museums and sights, yet generally on a quieter street. Handy for exploring Cambridge on foot.
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James
2 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
In the heart of Cambridge, this is a great hotel - softly comfortable and well-appointed rooms, friendly, cheerful staff and a great breakfast.
In the heart of Cambridge, this is a great hotel - softly comfortable and well-appointed rooms, friendly, cheerful staff and a great breakfast.
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john
9 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice hotel conveniently situated in the amazing city of Cambridge. Clean comfortable rooms, friendly staff and quiet location
Really nice hotel conveniently situated in the amazing city of Cambridge. Clean comfortable rooms, friendly staff and quiet location
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Carol
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Out of the fray but very near the center of town. Quiet and charming
Out of the fray but very near the center of town. Quiet and charming
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Bengt
25 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
An old house tastefully transformed into a charming hotel, perfectly situated at a prime address in central Cambridge.
An old house tastefully transformed into a charming hotel, perfectly situated at a prime address in central Cambridge.
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Katrien
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful hotel to explore Cambridge
Wonderful hotel to explore Cambridge
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Glenn
11 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Old but modern in a nice part of town, close to restaurants, bars, shopping and the Colleges.
Old but modern in a nice part of town, close to restaurants, bars, shopping and the Colleges.
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Becky
22 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel. Great central location near all the historic university buildings and corn exchange. Clean, quiet, super friendly and welcoming staff. Would highly recommend and would stay again.
Lovely hotel. Great central location near all the historic university buildings and corn exchange. Clean, quiet, super friendly and welcoming staff. Would highly recommend and would stay again.
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Thomas
22 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed in the Pommery suite. Enjoyed the spaciousness of the room, separate shower & tub. Breakfast was included and was decent. Primarily stayed here for the proximity to the Fitzwilliam Museum. Unbeatable location. Would stay here again.
I stayed in the Pommery suite. Enjoyed the spaciousness of the room, separate shower & tub. Breakfast was included and was decent. Primarily stayed here for the proximity to the Fitzwilliam Museum. Unbeatable location. Would stay here again.
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Mark
3 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A classic ‘Hotel du Vin’ hotel - bed super comfortable, quirky and charming rooms, with excellent location. Park & Ride bus stop nearby and location is excellent.
A classic ‘Hotel du Vin’ hotel - bed super comfortable, quirky and charming rooms, with excellent location. Park & Ride bus stop nearby and location is excellent.
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Michael
6 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic location. Very charming hotel and amazing staff. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
Fantastic location. Very charming hotel and amazing staff. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.
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Dining
Breakfast and the bistro earn frequent praise for quality, though pricing is on the higher side. Experiences are inconsistent: some report limited menus, items unavailable, lukewarm room service, or patchy service at busy times.
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Lynne
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel room very good, staff excellent, restaurant limited dinner menu, everything on menu not available and breakfast very expensive compared to neighbouring restaurants. Bar completed empty therefore no ambiance.
Hotel room very good, staff excellent, restaurant limited dinner menu, everything on menu not available and breakfast very expensive compared to neighbouring restaurants. Bar completed empty therefore no ambiance.
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Alistair
6 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice room in old building. Bed very comfortable. Staff exceptionally friendly. Breakfast menu had a good choice of options and food was delicious. Would definitely stay again if visiting Cambridge.
Really nice room in old building. Bed very comfortable. Staff exceptionally friendly. Breakfast menu had a good choice of options and food was delicious. Would definitely stay again if visiting Cambridge.
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Lisa
26 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stair carpet looked like it needed vacuuming. Shower didn’t work and took a bit too long to arrange for us to go to the top of the hotel to shower before returning to room. Meant we were last into breakfast and could not regain that time for our mini break. Breakfast was not buffet and things on display were very limited and not appetising. Juices were concentrated (carton) rather than fresh and bread for toast was supermarket packaged sliced white and brown. For £22 a head, that is not acceptable. Not really what we would expect from such an expensive hotel. Others in the area are much better value. Disappointed as had wanted to stay here for a while.
Stair carpet looked like it needed vacuuming. Shower didn’t work and took a bit too long to arrange for us to go to the top of the hotel to shower before returning to room. Meant we were last into breakfast and could not regain that time for our mini break. Breakfast was not buffet and things on display were very limited and not appetising. Juices were concentrated (carton) rather than fresh and bread for toast was supermarket packaged sliced white and brown. For £22 a head, that is not acceptable. Not really what we would expect from such an expensive hotel. Others in the area are much better value. Disappointed as had wanted to stay here for a while.
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Jacqueline
30 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a good location, very walkable to the popular sights. The bed was very comfortable. Lovely L'Occitane products in the bathroom. I ordered room service and although the food was very tasty it was only lukewarm. It arrived from the kitchen with no covers over the plates.
The hotel is in a good location, very walkable to the popular sights. The bed was very comfortable. Lovely L'Occitane products in the bathroom. I ordered room service and although the food was very tasty it was only lukewarm. It arrived from the kitchen with no covers over the plates.
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Jennifer
10 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel was fine. The assistant manager was very friendly and kind during check-in. My issue was with the hotel restaurant - The Bistro. There was an aggressive server there (man) and quite rude upon checkout. We had dinner there and he added an extra donation surcharge without even asking and when I asked him why he added it without asking, he got annoyed and aggressive. Why are you adding charges without the customer's knowledge. I thought that was odd. Unfortunately, tt really turned me off to the whole experience. The next morning at breakfast he was there again and he recognized me. The man has an attitude for no good reason and perhaps he was having a bad day, but I cannot recommend that restaurant. The French food is subpar at best and the breakfast that I paid for was also mediocre. On top of that the rude service - no thanks.
The hotel was fine. The assistant manager was very friendly and kind during check-in. My issue was with the hotel restaurant - The Bistro. There was an aggressive server there (man) and quite rude upon checkout. We had dinner there and he added an extra donation surcharge without even asking and when I asked him why he added it without asking, he got annoyed and aggressive. Why are you adding charges without the customer's knowledge. I thought that was odd. Unfortunately, tt really turned me off to the whole experience. The next morning at breakfast he was there again and he recognized me. The man has an attitude for no good reason and perhaps he was having a bad day, but I cannot recommend that restaurant. The French food is subpar at best and the breakfast that I paid for was also mediocre. On top of that the rude service - no thanks.
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Natalie
22 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A convenient location and the staff were all lovely. Good breakfast. A very enjoyable stay.
A convenient location and the staff were all lovely. Good breakfast. A very enjoyable stay.
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Wayne
2 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Botique, characterful property. Good room, spacious. Dining was enjoyable. Breakfast is great.
Botique, characterful property. Good room, spacious. Dining was enjoyable. Breakfast is great.
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Joanna
30 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent team at front of house made us feel very welcome and ensured we had everything we needed. Comfortable room. Breakfast was good, again the team serving hosting were excellent
Excellent team at front of house made us feel very welcome and ensured we had everything we needed. Comfortable room. Breakfast was good, again the team serving hosting were excellent
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Maria
27 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Elegant property with a great bafand Bistro and good menu. I had dinner there and while a little pricey the food was excellent.
Elegant property with a great bafand Bistro and good menu. I had dinner there and while a little pricey the food was excellent.
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Claire
21 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Comfortable and nice atmosphere. Bar staff were very friendly and welcoming. Bedroom was lovely but a couple of housekeeping issues and on the last morning the cold water stopped working. We didn't have breakfast as we were short on time and it cost £24. It would have been nice to have a cheaper continental option for those in a rush.
Comfortable and nice atmosphere. Bar staff were very friendly and welcoming. Bedroom was lovely but a couple of housekeeping issues and on the last morning the cold water stopped working. We didn't have breakfast as we were short on time and it cost £24. It would have been nice to have a cheaper continental option for those in a rush.
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Kwan Man
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
No AC, one of the wine glass was broken at the bar. The front desk was nice and trying to help, but they need to fix the issues.
No AC, one of the wine glass was broken at the bar. The front desk was nice and trying to help, but they need to fix the issues.
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Lynsay
31 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed as a couple. Room was nice if a little pricey for what you get. The air con was struggling in the heatwave which was uncomfortable. There’s an underground wine vault which was cool though and really nice.
Stayed as a couple. Room was nice if a little pricey for what you get. The air con was struggling in the heatwave which was uncomfortable. There’s an underground wine vault which was cool though and really nice.
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Anna
24 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location, easy walk to the city center. Really nice room, great breakfast.
Excellent location, easy walk to the city center. Really nice room, great breakfast.
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Jigar
28 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice rooms, locations and staff. However with the AC broken and temperature of room stuck at 27 degrees, far too hot to sleep in. The manager was empathetic but no real offer to rectify the situation despite follow ups.
Nice rooms, locations and staff. However with the AC broken and temperature of room stuck at 27 degrees, far too hot to sleep in. The manager was empathetic but no real offer to rectify the situation despite follow ups.
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Trevor
4 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
As always, the staff were courteous and helpful, the room was immaculate, great shower, comfortable bed. They don’t advertise well that they have a bar, but I thoroughly recommend it as well as the bistro.
As always, the staff were courteous and helpful, the room was immaculate, great shower, comfortable bed. They don’t advertise well that they have a bar, but I thoroughly recommend it as well as the bistro.
FAQs about Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
Is parking available at the hotel?
Nearby parking is available for a fee of approximately GBP 30 per night, located about 2625 ft away from the hotel. Reservations are not required.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are served for a fee of approximately GBP 24 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children. Serving hours are weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is available from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The hotel features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
What is the hotel's location relative to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Cambridge, just 0.1 km from the University of Cambridge and Hobson's Conduit, and 0.2 km from the Fitzwilliam Museum. Public transport options are available nearby.
What are the policies for children staying at the hotel?
One child 12 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The hotel offers rollaway beds for a fee of GBP 30 per night, subject to availability. Advance request or confirmation is required for rollaway beds.
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- 2026-09-16: 474.99409869384766USD
- 2026-09-17: 265.3667860473633USD
- 2026-09-18: 285.8946586425781USD
- 2026-09-19: 326.01888787841796USD
- 2026-09-20: 208.8842654571533USD
- 2026-09-21: 335.8590662902832USD
- 2026-09-22: 348.0687232849121USD
- 2026-09-23: 521.761962664795USD
- 2026-09-24: 205.88235764770508USD
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- 2026-09-27: 184.7933496520996USD
- 2026-09-28: 241.87399053344726USD
- 2026-09-29: 274.0523518157959USD
- 2026-09-30: 270.52266057739257USD
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- 2026-10-05: 229.60080175476074USD
- 2026-10-06: 255.02088754577636USD
- 2026-10-07: 251.66665744934082USD
- 2026-10-08: 229.507231930542USD
- 2026-10-09: 246.33092683105468USD
- 2026-10-10: 283.35785311279295USD
- 2026-10-11: 196.5460208404541USD
- 2026-10-12: 222.82317432250977USD
- 2026-10-13: 279.57974107971194USD
- 2026-10-14: 279.9277393066406USD
- 2026-10-15: 244.22163615722656USD
- 2026-10-16: 248.39972374572753USD
- 2026-10-17: 277.0096544647217USD
- 2026-10-18: 199.57941985778808USD
- 2026-10-19: 232.11494141235352USD
- 2026-10-20: 256.0610720916748USD
- 2026-10-21: 269.8322286926269USD
- 2026-10-22: 242.82625843200682USD
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- 2026-10-24: 279.0747830169678USD
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- 2026-10-28: 214.6826882232666USD
- 2026-10-29: 205.80955748901366USD
- 2026-10-30: 228.8451899810791USD
- 2026-10-31: 251.30074272766112USD
- 2026-11-01: 165.61380404663086USD
- 2026-11-02: 195.94329294433592USD
- 2026-11-03: 203.245USD
- 2026-11-04: 203.245USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- One child 12 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 24 for adults and GBP 12.50 for children
- Nearby parking fee: GBP 30 per night (2625 ft away)
- Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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