ibis Cambridge Central Station

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.3
  • City view
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box

The ibis Cambridge Central Station has a 24-hour front desk that offers express check-in and check-out. The on-site coffee shop, Chill#2, serves hot and chilled snacks and pizzas, as well as coffee and pastries. All rooms at the property feature single or double beds with the signature Sweetbed by ibis mattress. Additional amenities include Freeview TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a work desk. Guests will find en-suite facilities in each room, with a shower and a hairdryer. The University of Cambridge is 1 mile from ibis Cambridge Central Station, while the Botanic Garden Cambridge is 700 metres away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 21.7 miles from ibis Cambridge Central Station.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request
ibis
Hotel chain/brand
ibis

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Zoe
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location. Good basic room. Great breakfast. Nice bar area”
Elizabeth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Fantastic location next to railway station. Staff all very helpful.”
Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location right next to the train station, friendly helpful staff, comfy room and yummy breakfast”
Neil
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location good, food good 24 hour bar breakfast good”
Gareth
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was great large potions, coffee really good. All staff very helpful . Very clean , very comfy bed.”
Iris
Finland Finland
“Location is the best possible for train travellers.”
Jo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel is brilliantly convenient when arriving and leaving by train. We were able to check in quickly and head straight into town. The staff were all very helpful and polite. The room was spotless and the bed very comfortable. We loved the...”
Alessandra
Italy Italy
“The hotel is very nice and well-presented. The rooms are spacious and spotlessly clean, and the location is perfect—just a two-minute walk from the train station. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and the breakfast buffet offers a great...”
Eric
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Quick check in, professionnal, perfect location 50 yards from the train station, shop and restaurants nearby. Spacious room, very comfortable. Spacious bathroom clean and well furnished.”
Valaris
Bulgaria Bulgaria
“Very comfortable and practical place. I will stay at this hotel again in a few days.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Chill#2
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic

House rules

ibis Cambridge Central Station takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that when booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. Pre payment will be required 4 weeks prior to arrival.

Guests under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years and over.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform ibis Cambridge Central Station in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.