Ashley Hotel

Hotels
7.5 (1317 reviews)
74 Chesterton Road , Cambridge , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Invoice provided
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cramped bathrooms
Some dated decor

Categories

Cleanliness
7.64
Reviews often highlight the hotel's cleanliness, providing a positive sentiment.
Service
7.61
Generally friendly staff were mentioned, although there were issues noted with one receptionist.
Location
8.15
The hotel's convenient location near the university and city center was frequently praised.
Room Quality
6.6
While the rooms were spacious and comfortable, some reviews noted outdated decor and cramped bathrooms.
Amenities
6.63
Basic amenities were available, although some reviews mentioned they were dated.
Value for Money
7.59
Guests felt the hotel offered good value for its price.
Food and Beverage
8.14
The breakfast received high praise and contributed positively to the experience.
Overall Experience
7.61
Most guests reported a positive stay overall despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 01:13

Property Description

Charming Victorian Houses: Step back in time at Ashley Hotel, a unique property made of 2 Victorian houses dating back to 1900.

Comfortable Rooms: Relax in our cozy rooms, each equipped with an en suite bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, TV, and a direct dial telephone for your convenience.

Convenient Location: Explore Cambridge easily with a 20-minute walk to the town centre and a 10-minute stroll to the River Cam and Cambridge University Boat Houses.

Ready to experience the charm and convenience of Ashley Hotel? Book now and enjoy a delightful stay!

Important information:

Reception is open from 15:00 (13:30 on Saturdays) until 21:00. Please contact us if you would like to arrive later than 21:00, and we can arrange the check in procedure.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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 1317 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.64
Service: 7.61
Location: 8.15
Room Quality: 6.6
Amenities: 6.63
Value for Money: 7.59
Food and Beverage: 8.14
Overall Experience: 7.61
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Shean Saunders • solo_traveller • gb
5
Ashley hotel
Pros:

That some staff was nice

Cons:

The room was to hot, and old and bathroom was okay but the was coming away from the walls and handle on the bath was really loose.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Merve gülten • couple • tr
8
Pros:

Otel çok güzeldi ve temizdi

Cons:

Bizi check in saati öncesinde tuvaleti kullandırmak için bile içeri almadılar. Sadece aracı park etmemize izin verdiler onun dışında iyiydi

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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SANFORD • couple • us
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Josef • couple • at
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Reyhan • couple • de
1
It was an unpleasant experience. I would not choose it again and I do not recommend it to anyone.
Pros:

I didn’t like anything about the hotel.

Cons:

I was not satisfied with the hotel at all and I do not recommend it to anyone. I regretted choosing this place. After making the payment, I received an email and a phone call informing me that there would be no staff at the hotel after 9:00 PM and that we could pick up our key from another hotel within a 3-minute walking distance and then access our room. However, it was not a 3-minute walk; it was about 10 minutes. In total, we had to walk for 20 minutes at night with our luggage.

In addition, when it was time to check out at 11:00 AM, there was again no staff at the hotel. The furniture and items were old, and there were not enough supplies in the bathroom. I do not recommend this hotel.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • de
7
Gut
Pros:

Sehr nettes hilfsbereites Personal.

Cons:

Fotos entsprechen nicht alle. Das Hotel liegt nicht direkt am Fluss. Aussicht auf Hauptstraße oder Hinterhof. Man geht halbe Stunde zur Innenstadt.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
8
Good value in a quiet location and very pleasant staff.
Pros:

Quiet location, with good walking access across the river and Jesus Green to city centre. Car park with plenty of space. Room a good size, though bathroom small but adequate. All staff (receptionists and breakfast staff) very pleasant and helpful. Good value for Cambridge.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • au
7
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Hillary • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Denise • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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George • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything was nice and staff very friendly

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • solo_traveller • gb
7
Room very dated
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The first impression

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Johan Hendrik • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Aardige personeel. En behulpzaam.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good Value and Location
Pros:

Pleasant double room, good breakfast and large car park. Walking to city centre in easy over a footbridge and greens

Cons:

No issues

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • gb
8
Excellent location, staff great, comfortable bed and good hearty breakfast
Pros:

Location was excellent, clean and tidy, everything you would like
parking available room size adequate for what we needed

Cons:

Quite tired looking, but comfortable,
Only issue in our room was tv on side wall so couldn’t watch when in bed, not that we did,

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very spacious room and great breakfast

Cons:

Booking.com stated that reception was open until 10pm. I called ahead and confirmed this as I was running late. Arrived at 9.15 and had to walk to another hotel to retrieve my key.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
8
Great location in a good and value for money hotel.
Pros:

Excellent breakfast very good service.
Reception staff friendly and accommodating.

Cons:

The hotel needs a little uplift, appreciate this is an old and rambling building.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • gb
10
Good
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Laurens88 • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

Goede uitvalsbasis naar de stad. Leuke wandeling door Jesus Green park.

Cons:

Is echt nodig aan onderhoud toe. Gordijntje op de badkamer waar de schimmel in zat, de kozijnen waren hoog toe aan een likje verf. En ook de badkamer was sterk verouderd. Het werkt allemaal wel, maar het algehele gevoel van luxe is daardoor wel minder. Ook aan de buitenkant ziet het er niet erg gezellig uit.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Free parking, easy to get too town.

Room comfortable.

Cons:

Breakfast was a bit cold as obviously been sitting around a bit.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee