HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CAMBRIDGE WEST CAMBOURNE BY IHG

Back Lane, Cambridge, CB23 6LJ United Kingdom

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Near the airport

8.9

Very Good

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

It offers a complimentary Express Start buffet breakfast and free high-speed WiFi, plus an on-site restaurant and bar, a 24-hour business center, 90 free parking spaces with EV chargers, strong wheelchair accessibility, pet-friendly rooms for small dogs (up to 11 kg) with a GBP 20 nightly fee, and a Green Key environmental rating, all while being within about a 15-minute drive of the University of Cambridge.

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Free WiFi

Free buffet breakfast

Uncovered parking

Pets allowed

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Reviews

"A great find in Cambridge shire"

What a fantastic find. Warm,loads of hot water, clean, comfy beds, pillows good too. Free parking absolute bonus.

Diana M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 06 to Mon Feb 09 2026 at a £86.32 average nightly rate.

"Smart clean and spacious"

The room and public spaces were super clean and quite stylish. The staff were very kind and friendly.

Stephanie S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jan 24 to Mon Jan 26 2026 at a £94.94 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG in Cambridge, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute drive of University of Cambridge and Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial. This hotel is 6.2 mi (10 km) from Hilton Turf Maze and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Comberton Leisure.

At Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 144 air-conditioned rooms featuring plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cambridge Castle - 7.8 mi
Kings Colleage - 7.9 mi
University of Cambridge - 8.0 mi
Cambridge City FC - 8.1 mi
City Centre Cambridge - 8.2 mi
Cambridge Science Park - 8.8 mi
City Centre Huntingdon - 9.0 mi
Cambridge Business Park - 9.4 mi
Cambridge Airport (CBG) - 10.4 mi
City Centre Beford - 17.8 mi
Audley End House - 18.4 mi
City Centre Newmarket - 20.1 mi
City Centre Stevenage - 22.7 mi
The Lamex Stadium - 23.4 mi
London Road Stadium - 24.6 mi
Mountfitchet Castle - 24.8 mi
Knebworth House - 24.8 mi
City Centre Stansted - 24.8 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.

A modern design hotel, on the outskirts of the historic city of Cambridge with comfortable rooms, offering all guest free on-site parking and Wi-Fi access thought out the hotel. The Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West – Cambourne hotel lies on the outskirts of Cambridge and next to Cambourne business park, it is just off the A428, A14 and M11. he hotel is conveniently found 10 miles from Cambridge and approximately 36 miles from London Stanstead Airport and 37 miles from Luton Airport, offering our guests plentiful free on-site parking and it is only 10 minutes from the nearest Park and Ride. For a day out, explore Cambridge University or join students to go punting on the River Cam. The vintage planes at the nearby Imperial War Museum Duxford are great for the family If you are here on business, hold a private gathering in our air-conditioned meeting room. Audio-visual equipment and catering options are available upon request. You can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in our own restaurant and bar, where kids under 13 eat free.

Local Attractions

Enjoy a day at Cambridge Belfry Spa and visit the University of Cambridge's Fitzwilliam Museum. Trinity College Cambridge Walking Tour Cambridge Punting Tours Kings College Cambridge Guided Tours Jesus Green Lido The Fitzwilliam Museum Cambridge University Botanic Garden The Cambridge Gin Laboratory Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial Cambridge Wine School University Museum of Zoology Market Square Grantchester Village Milton Country Park Denny Abbey Farmland Museum Imperial War Museum Duxford Hamerton Zoo Park Riverside Park & Swimming Pool Cherry Hinton Hall Clip n Climb Cambridge Cambridge Ice Arena The Centre for Computing History Hardy's Original Sweet Shop Cambridge Fitzbillies Park and ride from Cambourne Business Park, located close to the hotel, directly into Cambridge. It takes just 25 minutes.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Floors: 4

Rooms: 144

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 144

Handicap Rooms: 8

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Check-In Instructions:

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
ATM/banking
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Banquet hall
Business center
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Check In: 3:00 PM - midnight
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Daily
Double-glazing on all windows
Electric car charging station
Elevator
Energy-saving switches
Express check-in
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free buffet breakfast
Free self parking
Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)
Green Key Global
Housekeeping on request
No accessible shuttle
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of accessible parking spaces - 8
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Only dogs are allowed
Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 11
Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 25
Pets allowed
Professional property host/manager
Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Stair-free path to entrance
Uncovered parking
Water dispenser
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Green Sustainability

IHG Green Stay

Airport & Shuttle Info

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Breakfast Information

Our complimentary Express Start Breakfast or Grab & Go option. The complimentary breakfast includes cereals, fresh fruit, pastries and a number of hot items. Extended Bar and Lounge offers a substantial menu, including hot and cold drinks and snacks. Continental Breakfast Included Kids Eat Free

Pet Friendly?

Pets Allowed Service Animals Allowed Pet Fee per Night: 20 GBP Small, well behaved dogs are permitted. Pet packages are charged per dog, per night. Dogs cannot be left unattended in the room.

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 25

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 11

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Parking Info

Complimentary Self Parking Available The hotel has 90 free car parking spaces directly outside the hotel. This includes 4 electric 32amp 7.2kW charging bays charged at 0.70/kWh which can be purchased on the VendElectric App, a standard charging cable is required.

Internet / WiFi

Internet Access Wifi Included Wireless Internet service is free for all IHG® One Rewards members Internet Browser on TV

Pet fee: GBP 20 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) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Cafe 28 - cozy cafe in Cambourne serving full English breakfast and pastries - 0.2 miles from hotel - A short walk from the hotel, ideal for a relaxed start with good coffee and fresh baked goods.

Lunch The Five Bells - traditional village pub offering seasonal British dishes and a sunny beer garden - 1.1 miles from hotel - Classic pub atmosphere with hearty meals and local ales, popular with locals.

Dinner Prezzo Cambourne - Italian restaurant with pasta, pizza and vegetarian options - 0.3 miles from hotel - Casual dining perfect for groups or families, comfortable and convenient near the hotel

Activity Cambourne Sculpture Trail - riverside walk with public art and nature paths - 0.5 miles from hotel - Easy scenic walk through local parks with family-friendly sculptures and wildlife spotting.

Day 2

Breakfast Fitzbillies - famous Cambridge bakery known for Chelsea buns and breakfast plates - 8.7 miles from hotel - Well loved local institution, great for pastries and people watching in the city centre.

Lunch Cambridge Market Stalls - diverse street food at the central market offering world cuisines and local produce - 8.7 miles from hotel - Casual flexible lunch option with lots of choices to suit all tastes.

Dinner River Bar Steakhouse & Grill - riverside dining with steaks and seafood near the River Cam - 8.9 miles from hotel - Romantic setting by the water ideal for a special evening after exploring the city

Activity University of Cambridge - walking tour of historic colleges and the Backs including King's College Chapel - 8.8 miles from hotel - Explore iconic architecture and college gardens with opportunities for guided tours and photography.

Day 3

Breakfast The Olive Grove - Greek cafe offering breakfast mezze and strong coffee - 9.0 miles from hotel - A flavorful alternative breakfast before a day trip to nearby attractions.

Lunch The Old Fire Engine House - riverside restaurant in Ely serving British and European dishes - 10.5 miles from hotel - Comfortable lunch spot with views of the river and relaxed atmosphere.

Dinner The Crown at Madingley - historic country pub near Cambridge serving modern British cuisine - 6.3 miles from hotel - Cosy pub dining in a picturesque setting, a pleasant way to finish the trip

Activity Ely Cathedral and City - visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral, riverside walks and National Trust gardens - 10.6 miles from hotel - Stunning medieval cathedral and charming cathedral quarter, great for history and photography.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG have?

There are 144 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG?

What parking is available at Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG?

How much does internet cost?

Internet Access Wifi Included Wireless Internet service is free for all IHG® One Rewards members Internet Browser on TV

Is Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets Allowed Service Animals Allowed Pet Fee per Night: 20 GBP Small, well behaved dogs are permitted. Pet packages are charged per dog, per night. Dogs cannot be left unattended in the room.

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