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The Waterman

★★★ 32 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, GB

8 guest rating· 978 reviews

About this hotel

Convenient Location

The Waterman is ideally located just a stone's throw away from the picturesque River Cam and a short distance from the historic heart of Cambridge. With easy access to public transport and key attractions, exploring the city is a breeze.

Comfortable Accommodation

Each room at The Waterman is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities such as complimentary WiFi, Smart TVs, and en-suite shower rooms. Guests can unwind in cozy surroundings and enjoy a restful stay.

Delicious Dining Options

Indulge in delicious home-cooked meals at the on-site restaurant, complemented by a selection of wines, spirits, and craft beers at the bar. The outdoor courtyard provides a charming setting for al fresco dining or a relaxing drink under the stars.

Experience the charm of Cambridge at The Waterman - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Rooms & rates

Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Classic Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Deluxe Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Fan

Large Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Fan

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
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  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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32 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8978 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Spacious rooms+ Clean roomsRoom was too warmInitial unfriendly welcomeNo parking available
Cleanliness7.8
Service8.3
Location8.8
Room Quality7.8
Amenities7.3
Value for Money7.8

Lovely stay in a pub !

10.0

The perfect weekend away. The room was great with a huge comfy double bed and an excellent shower. Best water pressure I’ve had in ages and the espresso machine was a big bonus. Pub is located just a short walk along the river into town which was perfect for us to get a tour of the city on the punts. Stayed for dinner and breakfast and both were brilliant. Fresh ingredients and pub classics done right. The ale selection was great as well. Staff were all lovely and the pub had a warm welcoming atmosphere from the moment we arrived. For the money you absolutely can’t beat this and staying above a pub was absolutely perfect for us.

noahsZ4801PJ · 2026-07-25

Everything you need at a decent price

9.0

Very good value for money, good location and the breakfast was lovey. Staff were pleasant and helpful.

Aaron · GB · 2026-07-25

Shabby & noisy!

2.0

Overall, our stay at the Waterman was really disappointing. I booked 3 rooms for a girls weekend, 2 of the rooms cost the same and room number 1 was more expensive. Disappointingly we were allocated Room 5, which was the worse room of the three. It was smaller and extremely dark with very little natural light. The room was also very noisy as it was at the front of the pub, facing a busy road. There was no air conditioning, so we had to keep the windows open, which made it difficult to get any sleep. Room 5’s door lock was very temperamental and frustrating to use, often taking several attempts to lock the door when we went out. The shower also leaked from the top of the shower head, resulting in poor water pressure. The décor everywhere is very tired and in desperate need of refurbishment. On departure, no one asked how our stay had been or whether everything was satisfactory. Considering the price, we expected a much better experience. We were glad we were only staying for one night! Overall, a very disappointing stay that did not offer good value for money.

jMargot_70 · BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, ENGLAND · 2026-07-24

Amazing spot for sport

10.0

came with some friends to watch the world cup games and loved every second of it. hadnt managed to book a table but they still took walk ins and we got this amazing little room next door called the cafe 30. we happily filled it out and they even have a dart board in there!!

Scenic30927183416 · 2026-07-23

Kamer boven pub aan drukke straat aan de rand van het centrum van Cambridge

6.0

De locatie was goed. In de buurt van pubs, restaurantjes en het centrum.

Veel geluidsoverlast van de straat. Krappe kamer.

Yvonne · NL · 2026-07-21

Guest review

7.0

De ligging is top. Niet ver van centrum. Fijn dat je er terecht kon voor borrelen en eten

eigenlijk niets

Monique · NL · 2026-07-19

Good to know

Breakfast is served in the bar area from Monday-Saturday 08:00-12:00 and 08:00 - 11:30 on Sundays.

Out of hours emergencies:

Please note the property is not manned by trained staff between the hours of 11pm to 8am and may not be suitable if you require assistance in case of emergency evacuation. Please let us know if you have any mobility needs and we will assess if these can be met or suggest alternative accommodations.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

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

Parking

No parking available.

Pets

Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

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