Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard

Hotels
Premier Inn
6 (32 reviews)
Guild Hall Street, An Aird, Cambridge, England, CB2 3NH , Cambridge , GB

Facilities

Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Express check-out
Smoke-free property
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Handrails in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Front entrance ramp
Express check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Staff shortages
Breakfast chaos

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Generally clean but some issues mentioned such as dirty plates during breakfast.
Service
1
Staff were friendly, but service efficiency was lacking due to cutbacks.
Location
1
Conveniently located in the center of Cambridge, near attractions.
Room Quality
1
Rooms were clean, quiet, and comfortable.
Amenities
1
Limited amenities; bar was closed and breakfast service was chaotic.
Value for Money
1
Breakfast priced higher than value received; parking expensive but expected.
Food and Beverage
1
Breakfast experience was poor with missing items and low-quality cooking.
Overall Experience
1
Great potential but marred by service cutbacks and breakfast issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-01 16:31

Property Description

Experience the perfect combination of comfort and convenience at the Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard.

Modern Comforts Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities in our smoke-free property, perfectly designed for relaxation and productivity with well-appointed guestrooms featuring contemporary amenities.

Culinary Delights Savor delicious meals at Thyme, our on-site restaurant, where you can relish a hearty buffet breakfast to kick-start your day or unwind with a delightful dinner option.

Prime Location Situated just steps away from the prestigious University of Cambridge and vibrant local attractions, including the Cambridge Corn Exchange and Grand Arcade Shopping Centre, adventure awaits right out our door.

Don't miss out on an unforgettable experience—book your stay at Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre today!

Important information:

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

6
Based on 32 reviews
Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
J
jayne_family Friends getaway
10
A great hotel with wonderful staff & food, definitely recommend it
Pros:

Stayed at the Premier in readiness for my son’s graduation, perfectly situated in the centre of Cambridge, a very short walk to Senate House. So many things to see and do nearby. Staff could not have been nicer, each and every one of them. We were allowed to keep the room a little longer and when we checked out they kept our suitcases safe until we were ready to leave (thanks Sabrina). Would recommend to anyone. Beautiful clean pleasant rooms, amazing staff, and the food was really good too. 10/10 thank you!

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
8
891paulines NONE Colchester, Essex, England
10
Excellent value for Money
Pros:

Premier Inn centre of Cambridge great location for Cambridge Corn Exchange and all eateries. Fabulously clean and tidy. Staff helpful. Nothing too much trouble.

2025-12-03 via Tripadvisor
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BLK82 Couples Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
6
Staff cut backs are evident.
Pros:

We stayed here on a Sunday, and typically Premier Inn is a safe choice - and as far as the room was concerned it was clean, tidy, fresh - but at this relatively new Premier Inn, it is Whitbreads staff cut backs that let the location down.
Let’s start with check in… it was exactly 3pm, and the lobby was crowded, one colleague on the desk and 2 self serve terminals - we were fine with self check in, but the demographic of the other customers demonstrated a human touch was required- interesting a man (not in uniform) but seemed to know the system spent time helping some of the older customers- sadly this created more confusion as people were weary of a non uniformed colleague. Anyway, the self serve terminal worked perfectly for us and we even added breakfast (turned out to be a mistake).
We went to our room, and as mentioned above we had no complaints, we had spent the day shopping so thought we’d grab refreshments at the in-house bar - as we approached the colleague told us “bar is closed - I’m still checking guests in” - so we took our business into the city. This seems shortsighted from Premier Inn as they should be creating an entire hotel leisure experience.
The nights sleep was fine, and the shower in the morning refreshing.
Breakfast- chaotic, again one colleague, dirty plates on tables, no butter or bread at one point, juice running low and certain hot items (black pudding and mushrooms) not being cooked. The colleague whilst friendly was calling everyone “buddy” and was being run ragged - at 9am it appeared other staff came on duty and helped him.
The 10.99 per breakfast was on this occasion not good value nor a good experience.
I raised the above with customers services who brushed it off with a generic response and said in future speak to the manager - well at check out reception was unmanned so somewhat of a challenge.
Premier Inn - you have a great product, don’t allow staff cuts to ruin it.

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
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Tourist40618579392 Family
10
Excellent stay in Cambridge
Pros:

Perfect location, clean and big room which was really quiet. The staff Jack and Dal were incredibly friendly and efficient and I would not hesitate to stay there again.
The world needs more Jacks, thank you for your hospitality x

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
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W2366YRkathryne NONE
10
Quality stay for great value
Pros:

Perfect night sleep, clean, quiet, friendly, helpful and spot on location - you do have to park off site and the parking is expensive but it's a minutes walk and worth it for the stay

2025-12-01 via Tripadvisor
C
CSS41503 Family
10
Fantastic location!
Pros:

Lovely new Premier Inn right in the heart of Cambridge city centre. Conveniently located for shopping, bars, restaurants, central colleges and museums. Rooms were very clean, check in efficient and breakfast the following morning was excellent. The only downside is the parking but then I guess this is the consequence of being in the centre of an historic old town. We parked for 25 hours in the Queen Anne terrace car park (a 15 min walk away from the hotel) and it was £24.90. On reflection, the park and ride may have been a better option. Despite this, we would have no hesitation in returning to Cambridge and to the premier inn!

2025-11-28 via Tripadvisor
D
debbiefromet9 Family
4
Disrespectful and Disgusting
Pros:

On the weekend I met my sister at the Premiere Inn in the City of Cambridge, which we do quite often, but 2pm in the early hours of the morning we were shocked out of our sleep, the Alarm went off and we were so shaken up but after five minutes it went off, so we got back into bed, then once again it went off for ages, now were at a senior age and evacuated out of the building to walk in that freezing cold weather around the block in out nighties with a coat over it,
When we arrived round the other side, there was a woman screaming shouting but she kept letting the Alarms off.
We was told it’s ok this woman does it a lot, she’s often comes in here to sit and put her phone on the Charger!!! My argument is we’ll sort it out, remove the chairs and phone chargers because this is disrespectful and disgusting we paid to stay in that hotel to relax together, we was up all night because of this selfish woman, we had to go home Saturday morning because we were to exhausted to go shopping together.
We put in a complaint only to be told it’s not their fault!!! Really
All we asked for was another night free of charge due to this ruined weekend, that isn’t a lot to ask
Deborah Fromet

2025-11-27 via Tripadvisor
F
F7069PIlyndar Family
2
Don’t stay in Premier Inn, City centre Cambridge if you want a guaranteed good nights sleep….
Pros:

We were having a lovely Friday/Saturday together only to be woke up at 2am by the fire alarm, we left by the fire exit that took us outside and round the hotel back to the lower ground foyer only to find a woman mouthing off at a member of staff who said this was not the first time she has come into the hotel and set the fire alarm off because she was under some sort of influence, the alarm was intermittent for over 1/2 hour we went back to bed around 3am got no sleep and left Cambridge at 1pm with no shopping done as we were absolutely exhausted.
We complained to their customer relations only for them to say (after I had to chase them 4 days later) it was not their fault so no compensation what so ever so where is the justice… we are not happy at all with them.

2025-11-27 via Tripadvisor
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lisawH5634OS NONE Fakenham, Norfolk, East Anglia, England
10
Handy For a gig!
Pros:

Fantastic location for Corn Exchange Gig.
Best bed I've ever slept in.
Huge Room, great staff, help yourself to tea, coffee! can't wait to return 😀

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
S
sallycO4151WB NONE
10
Excellent, can't praise it enough to do justice
Pros:

This is a first class Premier Inn, a cut above the usual standards. It is right in the centre of Cambridge, ideal for the city, university and hospitals. The staff were all absolutely wonderful, could not do enough for us and gave an exceptional level of care, professionalism and personal care and friendship, we were visiting hospital and needed it. It's a new hotel, well appointed and very clean. The food was well above the usual standard for this chain, they have chef prepared meals which were delicious and make a big difference. It's very reasonable for city centre, quiet, and the service really excellent. Highly recommended, we will go back there without hesitation.

2025-11-21 via Tripadvisor
J
joeandstacey2015 NONE Hertfordshire, England
10
recommended location for all Cambridge has to offer
Pros:

We had a very comfortable stay at Premier Inn. The room was spacious, clean, and provided everything we needed for a relaxing night. The bed was especially comfortable. Breakfast was excellent — a wide variety of options, all fresh and well-prepared.

2025-11-17 via Tripadvisor
N
nolanz2019 Family
10
Tracy and Jack thanks
Pros:

Clean, quiet, comfortable hotel...the breakfast staff were very nice...Tracy and Jack are exceptionally professional and friendly, which is a plus for this hotel

2025-11-11 via Tripadvisor
V
Valerie999999 NONE Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, East Anglia, England
8
Relaxed Stay Great Location
Pros:

Excellent Location. Friendly Staff. Clean Room and Bathroom Comfy Bed
Good Breakfast Good Value for a Central Location

2025-11-04 via Tripadvisor
4
47LucyH NONE London, England
10
Right in the centre of town. Usual PI high quality, reasonable price and comfy bed.
Pros:

Warm welcome and easy check in. Right in the centre of town, next to everything! Shopping, sights, market, Corn Exchange. Good access for buses from the station.
The usual wonderful comfy PI bed, and fantastic huge and hot shower. Good breakfast. Great place to stay.

2025-10-29 via Tripadvisor
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Trail42620331921 Family
10
Great experience
Pros:

Excellent location, rooms immaculate, friendly staff and overall fantastic value. Would highly recommend to any sort of traveller to the city.

2025-10-28 via Tripadvisor
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juliecG3830VX Couples Maidstone, Kent, England
8
First visit to Cambridge
Pros:

This Hotel is central, very close to the Corn Exchange theatre. Clean, comfortable and quiet room. A good breakfast, with helpful friendly staff.
We parked at the park and ride which was definitely the best option.

2025-10-26 via Tripadvisor
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douglassh544 Solo travel Charleston, West Virginia
10
Very Nice Hotel/Restaurant
Pros:

Very nice restaurant and service. Food was excellent. Jack was great! Room was very spacious and quiet. Would come back again!

2025-10-20 via Tripadvisor
2
202valeryk NONE
10
Great values for money in a central location
Pros:

It is a great value for money. The hotel is not too visible from the outside (though signs help to find it), but it is very nice inside. Great location, nice facilities, decent service. Wi-fi was a bit slow, but otherwise, we were very content. Totally recommend!

2025-10-20 via Tripadvisor
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BEEKIND22 Couples York, North Yorkshire, England
10
Clean, Tidy Room & Exceptional Service from Zak
Pros:

Clean and tidy room. Great location in the heart of Cambridge, with plenty of restaurants and top colleges all within walking distance. What made my stay even more special was the excellent service from Zak at the front desk. Despite what seemed to be long working hours, he remained pleasant, attentive, and answered all my queries with a smile. Truly outstanding customer service!

2025-10-18 via Tripadvisor
F
Francisco Javier Martinez partner
10
Pros:

Habitación grande y limpia, personal atento y conexión gratis suficiente para poder trabajar.
La localización era espectacular, calidad/precio/localización 10/10/10

2025-10-11 via Nuitee