Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful and accommodating staff
Comfortable, well-appointed rooms with good beds
Excellent restaurant; several mentions of superb dinner and breakfast
Unique speakeasy bar (1866) and well-presented dining spaces
Attractive, tastefully restored building and decor
Welcome drink and occasional complimentary minibar access
Great location near shops and restaurants
Clean, professionally run boutique hotel; newly refurbished
Cons:
One serious food-safety error (gluten bread given to a celiac guest)
No spa/pool available
Occasional maintenance/operational issues: shower leak, AC turning off
TV difficult to use in at least one room
Isolated front-desk service lapse (staff on personal phone call causing a wait)
Some rooms described as a little small

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Multiple guests explicitly mention clean rooms and a 'nice clean fresh professionally run boutique hotel'; overall cleanliness is described positively in the reviews.
Service
1
Staff are repeatedly described as friendly, helpful and accommodating (front desk assistance during a medical issue, Nicolas singled out positively, welcome drink offered). A few isolated service negatives (receptionist on a personal phone call) are noted but overall service sentiment is positive.
Location
1
The hotel is described as being in a great location, near shops and restaurants and in a pleasant town — location sentiment is consistently positive.
Room Quality
1
Rooms are frequently praised as comfortable, well appointed, large in some cases, with comfortable beds and spacious bathrooms; a few minor issues noted (attic/cute rooms, some rooms described as a little small, TV awkward to use, occasional shower leak).
Amenities
1
Amenities such as the 1866 speakeasy bar, restaurant, outdoor spaces, welcome drink and free minibar access are highlighted positively; guests also note the lack of a spa/pool and some maintenance issues (shower leak, AC resetting).
Value for Money
1
Several guests cite the hotel as good value and luxurious for the price; overall sentiment on value is positive.
Food and Beverage
1
The restaurant, dinners and breakfasts are frequently described as superb and top quality; however there is at least one serious negative incident (gluten-containing bread given to a celiac guest causing illness).
Overall Experience
1
The majority of reviews describe a delightful, relaxing and highly positive stay with excellent staff, food and atmosphere; a small number of service/operational issues are mentioned but do not dominate the feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-04-06 19:44

Property Description

Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, The Clements Hotel offers an exquisite stay for those seeking luxury and comfort.

Modern Comforts: Each air-conditioned room provides a serene escape with a private bathroom and cozy seating area. Enjoy convenient amenities such as a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a coffee machine, ensuring every comfort is at your fingertips.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in a gourmet experience at our restaurant, featuring a diverse à la carte breakfast and European cuisine. With vegetarian, dairy-free, and vegan options available, every palate is expertly catered to.

Unforgettable Experiences: Explore the beautiful surroundings of Cambridge, where endless cycling adventures await. Afterward, relax on our inviting terrace or enjoy a drink at the bar.

Elevate your getaway at The Clements Hotel – book your stay today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
C
Cath • couple • nz
10
Elegant accomodation in a charming little town. Great stay.
Pros:

Charming and well run. Restaurant very good.

Cons:

It was a lovely stay.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
J
Johno • solo_traveller • nz
9
Lovely hotel in central Cambridge
Pros:

Clean new hotel in downtown Cambridge with a central locatrion and friendly staff. Very nice room.

Cons:

Elevator was slow. The hotel does not have its own parking.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
S
sue • couple • au
10
Pros:

Elegant, fresh and tasteful.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
E
Emma • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
C
Christine • couple • nz
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
G
Garth • solo_traveller • nz
10
Step back in time to something you can only dream about. Real old world charm, lovingly restored.
Pros:

Incredible renovated building.
The meal at the restaurant was stunning, a little gem, highly recommended.

Cons:

Underfloor heating in bathrooms would have made it a perfect 10 out of 10!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
J
Jane • couple • nz
10
We loved our stay. Very comfortable and friendly staff.
Pros:

Beautiful, it felt like Europe and excellent location.

Cons:

Not enough storage for clothes in the room.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
G
Garry • couple • nz
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
C
Constantinos • solo_traveller • nz
10
The Clements Hotel is one of a kind, the rooms are very modern and highly appointed and the restaurant and bar facilitie
Pros:

Architecture is classic and facilitates high spec

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
B
Bertrand Ngai • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

The decor is sophisticated, and the staff pays attention to details.

Cons:

The facility is constrained by the size of the site, so guests' cars have to be parked outside the hotel's premises. That's understandable though.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
L
Le Roy • couple • nz
10
Perfect hotel for a Waikato staycation!
Pros:

Free parking behind the hotel was a wonderful bonus

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
M
Mark • couple • nz
10
Exceptional stay. Fantastic staff. Quality.
Pros:

Newly renovated to a high standard. Clean, bright & well appointed. Easy access.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
P
Penny • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

The charm of the premises.

Cons:

Nothing not to like

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
S
Susan • couple • nz
9
A gorgeous heritage property beautifully restored. Very helpful and friendly staff. A lovely place for a weekend break.
Pros:

Beautiful building in great location. Stylish decor. Helpful staff. Loved the sunny terrace.

Cons:

Everything was great although the room was a little light at night.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
K
Kim • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Beautiful and clean, nice and spacious!

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • couple • nz
9
Second stay here wouldn’t hesitate to stay again
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, really good hotel

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth • couple • nz
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
N
Nicola • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
Z
ZyklonBarbie • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
P
Peter • couple • nz
9
Excellent
Pros:

Centrally located and character features

Cons:

The roller blind broke.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee