Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West - Cambourne by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.8 (4176 reviews)
Back Lane , Cambridge , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Room size issues
Cleanliness concerns
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Several reviews indicate the need for a deep clean and attention to bathroom facilities.
Service
9.25
Multiple reviews praised the friendly and accommodating staff, providing a warm welcome and outstanding service.
Location
8.79
The location received positive mentions for its convenience and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.24
While some rooms were comfortable, several reviews noted issues with size and bathroom temperature.
Amenities
9.27
Positive mentions of amenities such as free parking and dog-friendly policies.
Value for Money
8.73
Overall impression of good value for money across several reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.78
Review mentions of satisfactory breakfast options with room for improvement in variety.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall positive sentiments with guests expressing willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:41

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just 17 km from the University of Cambridge, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West - Cambourne, an IHG Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions like St Catharine's College and St John's College. With free private parking, guests can explore the area hassle-free.

Comfortable Accommodation
The hotel provides cozy guest rooms equipped with modern amenities such as free WiFi, TV, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can start their day right with a buffet breakfast and enjoy a comfortable stay with quality bed linen and towels provided.

Excellent Services
From multilingual staff available 24/7 to a business centre for guests' convenience, Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West - Cambourne, an IHG Hotel ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors. Book now to experience a seamless blend of comfort and convenience during your Cambridge visit.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 4176 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.79
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 9.27
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 8.78
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Udo • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Sauber und kostenlos Parken . Gutes Frühstück .

Cons:

Recht laut im riesigen Frühstückssaal , daran muss man sich gewöhnen .

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Cheryl • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • gb
10
It’s lovely
Pros:

The property is amazing. Friendly staff.

Cons:

Parking is limited when the hotel is busy

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Rene • solo_traveller • nl
9
Goede locatie
Pros:

Rustig gelegen, bus vlakbij.

Cons:

De airconditioning niet goed intestellen.
Was vrij fris in het hele hotel.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
10
Pros:

New and pristine with air con.
Very nice staff.

Cons:

Being by the entrance door to the corridor was noisy at night.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Monika • couple • gb
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Julia • couple • gb
9
Definitely stay again
Pros:

The room was beautifully appointed, modern & spotless

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Rob • couple • gb
8
Excellent hotel: clean, modern and comfortable.
Pros:

The hotel was clean, modern and accessible. The staff were friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The gluten free options and menu choices were limited. The menu was misleading when it came to GF advice.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Vimbai • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • de
10
Perfekter Aufenthalt
Pros:

Sehr ruhig und sauber! Neue Zimmer und das Frühstück vollkommen ausreichend. Wir haben super geschlafen, nur zu empfehlen!

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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A • extended_group • gb
5
A hotel brand that may not suit everyone
Pros:

The hotel was situated in a quiet area with no through traffic and had plenty of free parking. The hotel appeared relatively new and was generally very clean, although there were odd stains on the floor in the bedroom which is common in hotels which cater for single travellers and contractors, the car park having numerous liveried vans parked up. The staff were very friendly and helpful at all times and responded to phone calls from the room in a timely manner. The bedroom was quite roomy, quiet, clean and airy. We stayed on the third floor facing the car park. A large double bed was comfortable and there were two choices of pillows, medium firmness and soft and low. I preferred the latter so I got a good night's sleep. With carpeted corridors there was no noise from guests as they arrived and left. The bathroom had a small sink but a decent-sized shower with simple controls and a good mix of water. Importantly the air con was easily controlled and almost silent and there was a kettle with tea and coffee. The breakfast room was easily accessible and light and roomy with the food arranged along one side. However its availability could have been better. Overall, the hotel was a pleasant place to stay and within easy reach of Cambridge and the American War Cemetery at Cambourne. Would I stay again? Not sure for the reasons given below.. Maybe if there was no other choice.

Cons:

Okay. Overall the hotel wasn't a bad place to stay, Apart for two things. The TV wasn't a smart TV and only had BBC channels and Channel Four etc. So if you like BBC news or The Simpsons, you're fine. However, I think every hotel should have a smart TV these days and was disappointed that Netflix and Prime weren't available. Perhaps the biggest negative was the breakfast. It began at 6am and closed sharply at 9am. This was a hotel policy in order to suit contractors and business people, rather than ordinary travellers who may want a lie in. The hot food was limited to a few items. Potato croquettes, tomato, bacon, sausage, beans and scrambled egg. By 9am, most of it was cold or unavailable. Items weren't re-filled. The bacon was thick, burnt and salty, almost inedible, the scrambled egg dry and the potato croquettes cold. When I mentioned it to a manager the first morning and then to the general manager the second morning, I was told that it was because it was 'free' and a balance had to be achieved. What they apparently meant by that was that the company, Holiday Inn Express 'brand' only permitted certain items and as a guest you didn't pay for it. It was complimentary. I argued this point on the basis that the breakfast was advertised at the time of booking in order to attract customers. If it was advertised, it should be of good quality and edible. The 'free' terminology had been challenged by the Advertising Standards Authority in the past but Holiday Inn Express didn't think that their ruling was applicable in this scenario. I'd argue that if you don't eat breakfast you should get a refund...
Whatever your thoughts are on this topic, if you keep to cereal and toast with tea or coffee, breakfast is passable. If you like a hot breakfast, you could well be disappointed. I was told that I probably wasn't a Holiday Inn Express 'brand' customer, whatever that meant.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Andy • couple • gb
10
great hotel and excellent value for money
Pros:

excellent breakfast

Cons:

nothing

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Judith • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The cleanliness

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Kati • solo_traveller • gb
10
Good for dogs.
Pros:

Clean, comfortable room. Very well laid out. Lots of good design features like the side lamps that come on when you swivel them, large pegs on the wall, built-in ironing board cupboard. It just worked well.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Judith • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Gill • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pleasant and comfortable. Will probably use again when visiting family.
Pros:

Close to where I needed to be. Easy parking and access. Needed a quiet room and was able to have one at back of property.

Cons:

Although new, the carpets were about grubby in my room and the shower screen leaked water onto the bathroom floor.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee