Lensfield Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (2402 reviews)
53-57 Lensfield Road , Cambridge , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Sauna
Massage services
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Spa/wellness center services
Steam room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Service issues
Noise concerns
Breakfast not included

Categories

Cleanliness
7.28
Clean and comfortable facilities, but some reviews mentioned noisy areas and thin walls.
Service
6.75
Mixed reviews; friendly staff mentioned, but a significant negative experience impacting rating.
Location
9.29
Excellent location; close to transport and city centre, highly praised across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.24
Rooms described as comfortable and clean, but some concerns about space and features.
Amenities
7.77
Good amenities but some areas require maintenance; mentioned as needing TLC.
Value for Money
8.23
Good value highlighted in several reviews, especially based on location.
Food and Beverage
6.28
Breakfast not included, affecting perceived value; limited mentions in the reviews.
Overall Experience
7.75
Overall a positive experience despite some issues, with high praise for the location and stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 05:28

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort

Elegant Accommodation: Dating back to 1850, our hotel offers tastefully modernized rooms with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and tea/coffee facilities.

Convenient Location: Just a short walk from the rail station and University colleges, our hotel is the perfect base to explore Cambridge's attractions like the Botanic Garden and the Fitzwilliam Museum.

Complimentary Breakfast and Limited Parking: Start your day with a grab and go breakfast and take advantage of our limited parking on a first come first served basis.

Experience the perfect blend of history and comfort at our hotel in Cambridge. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that there are only 5 car parking spaces at the property, and these are given out on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can only be made for guests that require a disabled space.

Please note Wheelchair elevator is currently not operational. To access the Double Room - Disability Access, you must descend 5 stairs and access this room from rear of the building

The thermal suite can only be booked for 30 minute sessions.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

The Spa area is Females Only and is closed during public holidays and public holiday weekends.

Please note- Spa facilities at this property are operating on limited hours; The Gym is unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CBG

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 2402 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.28
Service: 6.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 7.77
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 6.28
Overall Experience: 7.75
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Deborah • solo_traveller • gb
7
Did the job!
Pros:

Great location and good value

Cons:

Tiny shower and small room

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Convenient for City; clean; warm; friendly staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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sami • solo_traveller • jo
9
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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sami • solo_traveller • jo
9
Very nice staff , clean rooms
Pros:

Proximity to judge business school

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Carla • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
9
A very pleasant place to stay with the room at a good temperature clean and tidy with all the necessary facilities
Pros:

Clean and tidy with some parking

Cons:

The hotel is on a very busy street so difficult to park the car

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Ann • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Clélia • couple • fr
8
Super
Pros:

L'hôtel est très bien situé (une quinzaine de minutes à pieds du centre). C'était très propre et le personnel était accueillant. Nous avons eu une jolie chambre très confortable.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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naomi • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Staff very friendly and helpful

Cons:

The hot water in my room took over 10 mins to run hot and was very spasmodic. A shame as everything else was excellant

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Aga • solo_traveller • gb
8
Overall it was good and I already booked another night in April.
Pros:

The hotel location was perfect for me - short walk to Cambridge Judge and also to the railway station. The room was small but had everything I needed, including desk so I could work comfortably. It was cosy and clean with good lighting and warm.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Value for money and a great location.
Pros:

Breakfast was good, the location was convenient for getting to the event I was attending. I knew it from my student days 45 years ago.

Cons:

The bed's mattress could have been better.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Luigi • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • gb
8
Convenient, uncomplicated, reasonable cost. Worked well.
Pros:

Location good. Affordable.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Golkoygirl • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Great location, really comfy room, good staff, good stay. Would definitely come back.

Cons:

A bit hot in the room

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Detlef • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Gute Lage. Frühstück für 12 Pfund sehr gut.

Cons:

Bett sehr kurz und Zimmer klein

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Gregory • solo_traveller • us
6
Comfortable hotel good location but unusable shower
Cons:

The shower in the bathroom was in a tub that I could not easily walk in and out of, I need a walk in shower

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good location from train station and city centre, perfect for a solo traveller.
Pros:

The room was very comfortable and had a good-sized bathroom for a single room.

Cons:

The heating was on very high, and it was hard to open the window.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Menglin • family_with_children • us
4
Do not stay here anymore
Pros:

Location is good

Cons:

The hotel listed itself as 3 star, but they do not provide tissues. When we asked for it, the front desk woman rolled her eye and told us to use bathroom tissues☹️ The same lady also had a few other issues when we talked to her, and this immediately valided what our taxi driver told us when he droves us to this hotel. The beds were in very bad condition.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee