Sits beside the busy Newmarket Road but with wide pavements (unusual for Cambridge) and a bus stop for getting directly into town - access from the train station is best in a taxi.
Rooms at the front face Newmarket Road and can expect some traffic noise. It’s a main commuter route so late risers might not enjoy their usual lay in.
Take a walk down to the river - about 10 minutes - and grab a coffee from the local run Kerb Collective coffee shop (they do some great sweet treats too).
Tactical budget hotel where price buys practicality but not a view.
The hotel backs onto the local community of Petersfield. Head down the terrace housed streets to find some excellent pubs such as The Blue Moon (great for pizza), The Cambridge Blue (huge selection of beers), The Geldart (amazing ‘jazz’ music vibes), The Alexandra Arms “The Alex” and several more.
Walking out the front of the hotel and turning right along the main road takes you past the Premier Inn, a Majestic Wines and to a Pizza Hut and Starbucks, all within about a 7 minute walk.
Whether walking by the river or directly in to town, it's around a 25 to 30 minute walk, depending where you're heading. Otherwise a taxi isn't unusually pricey and is easiest ordered through the 'Veezu' app. Uber doesn't tend to work too well in Cambridge but could be a nice backup.
Getting to and from the train station is a bit of a mission winding through the neighbourhood and the pavements aren't great for 'dragging' a bag, but for the adventurous, it is walkable. Otherwise grab a taxi at the well designed taxi-rank right outside the train station.
Yes, for the practical traveler. While it lacks a 'resort' feel, the proximity to St Matthew’s Piece (playground included) and the wide, safe pavements make it manageable with a buggy. The nearby Pizza Hut and Starbucks also provide easy 'no-argument' dining options.
Very. It sits on the edge of Petersfield, a quiet residential area. While Newmarket Road is busy with traffic, it is well-lit and populated at most hours. The walk into town via the backstreets is a standard local commute.
One of the best budget spots for it. St Matthew’s Piece is just a 3-minute walk away for a quick break, or head 10 minutes to the River Cam for a longer run on Midsummer Common.
There is an underground parking accessible from behind the hotel. However, it is relatively tight in there, independently run and there are quite a few reports of those annoying parking fines. The local area is one of the last remain spots in Cambridge where there is free on-road parking, though the council plan to change that soon. Be mindful though, it's not all of the area. Look out for signs and designated parking areas.
For budget stays in Cambridge, consider Travelodge Newmarket Road. It offers practical accommodations, though it can be noisy due to its location beside busy Newmarket Road. Another option is The Premier Inn Cambridge City East, which is a bit quieter and more modern, and situated in a right beside the Travelodge.
Travelodge Newmarket Road is a good option for pet owners. It’s pet-friendly and close to St Matthew’s Piece (about a 3 minute walk), a small park and great for quick breaks. For a longer run, heading down to Midsummer Common gives more space and freedom, though it is a longer walk, about 10 to 15 minutes to get there.