The Waterman

Inn with a restaurant, 3-minute walk to University of Cambridge

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November 2025

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December 2025

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

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Tomorrow

Nov 4 - Nov 5

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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

Double Room (King Room)

Very good

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

14 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room (Super King)

Good

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Heating

Smart TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Electric kettle

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Sleeps 2
2 Large Twin Beds

About the area

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

‪The Maypole - ‬10 min walk
‪Byron's Bear - ‬8 min walk
‪The Tivoli - ‬2 min walk
‪The Portland Arms - ‬2 min walk
‪Thirsty Cambridge - ‬1 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), ATM/banking services and bike parking
Luggage storage 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

Similar properties

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

More

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

More

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

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.

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The Waterman Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Julie

4 Apr 2024

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

We had an amazing couple of nights and would definitely return, lovely place, lovely staff wonderful breakfast , thanks guys

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great Location great place to stay and explore Cambridge Nice friendly pub great staff Excellent good and drinks would recommend

10/10 Excellent

Carpinello

31 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely location on top of a quiet pub, easy walk to Cambridge city centre, very dog friendly!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sally

7 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very comfortable cosy room, a good shower with lovely gels and creams. Great pub with friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

28 Jul 2023

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

Perfect stay in Cambridge

Hospitality excellent, room service excellent, room immaculate, decor lovely, bed, sheets and linen to die for, food very good, location perfect, pub itself is tradional, comfortable, uniquely quirky and atmospheric. I don't know when I'll be coming to Cambridge again but when I do, this is where I want to stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

10 Nov 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Musical visit.

All was good, possibly the best “full English” ever. The bar did close at 22:30which was a bit early for us.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

21 Apr 2024

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

Excellent! All the way around.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Shirena

24 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Nice, shower, sheets, comfy mattress, but a bit spoiled by the damp stains all over the walls. room needs a bit of tlc. Staff lovely and most helpful.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

1 Oct 2022

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

Enjoyed

Nice room. Liked the location. It was a tad loud in the morning being above the kitchen, but wasn't a deterrent. Just got us up :)

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

4 May 2018

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

Good but no parking

Overall good - great staff and service, easy check in check out, the pub downstairs was nice and did good food. The room was clean and perfectly well presented but on the whole a little small for the price; especially the bathroom which had a sink so small you struggled to brush your teeth over it. I specifically searched for a hotel with free parking and there was none, so I had to park a 10 minute walk away on a residential road. Would stay again but I'd get the train next time!

10/10 Excellent

MAXIM

26 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely place. I recommend the Waterman

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

peggy

21 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bon accueil. Petit déjeuner au top.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

1 May 2025

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

OK stay

The accommodation was OK which says it all. Nothing was particularly bad and nothing was exceptional except its location to the river and centre. Parking a nightmare and the bathroom sink is ridiculously small, real trouble turning the shower on

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

7 Mar 2025

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

Geweldig!

Heel hartelijke ontvangst. Geweldig ontbijt (Eggs Royal en Full English). Voetbal (Europa League) voor ons op een Nederlandse club gezet. Lekker eten. Kamer iets aan kleine kant, maar heerlijk stil en mooi ingericht. Parkeren wat lastiger. Je wandelt echter zo de stad in langs de Cam en door een park. Zeker aan te raden.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

21 Feb 2025

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

Lovely cosy hotel

Lovely hotel but the emergency exit light in our room (4) was so bright it was difficult to sleep. Couldn’t fault it otherwise but obviously this is an issue restwise Really pleasant staff and nice location just out of town

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

22 Jan 2025

Very nice

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

roxanne

5 Jan 2025

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

Very nice place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

18 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff is very friendly and willing to help.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

1 Nov 2024

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

The staff were friendly and the atmosphere was fun.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriel

20 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The englidh breakfast at the waterman is excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley

22 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Small rooms, right bathroom space, but it is a very old pub. Staff were great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

17 Sept 2024

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

Nice base for Cambridge but quite far from centre.

Stayed at the Waterman for our anniversary trip to Cambridge. Was a bit further away from town than expected however it was a pleasant walk into town. Waterman welcome was very nice. Stayed in room one. Bed comfortable apart from the pillows we both had neck ache by the 2nd night. Could have done with drawers in the room as the storage was very limited and only 4 hangers for 2 of us for 2 nights. Ceiling/wall fan didn’t work and one bulb in toilet / shower room kept flickering for the 1st 5 minutes of being turned on. Window was small in the room and obscured as it looks over the pub garden. Room had hairdryer and a floor fan and tea / coffee making facilities. Overall a pleasant stay. Breakfast wasn't included if not booked direct which wasn’t clear when booking through hotels.com especially as I had filtered for accommodation that included breakfast.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

14 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely pub and rooms! Parking was challenging, but otherwise everything was just what we needed!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Geenie

11 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was very hot in the room, some proper air con rather than a fan would have been welcome. Food was pretty good, more gluten free options would be welcomed. Staff were very pleasant, and the location was excellent (we were staying over night to see a gig at the portland arms!). Tea and coffee making facilities and water in the room was good (some biccies too would be nice). Shower was good too. All in all would recommend. Wish we'd actually booked for 2 nights not just one.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024