Station Road East, Whittlesford Bridge, Cambridge, England, CB22 4NL
What's nearby
Imperial War Museum Duxford - 3 min drive
Sawston Hall - 3 min drive
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 11 min drive
University of Cambridge - 13 min drive
Addenbrooke's Hospital - 13 min drive
Getting around
Cambridge (CBG) - 23 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 28 min drive
Luton Airport (LTN) - 54 min drive
Whittlesford Parkway Station - 2 min walk
Saffron Walden Great Chesterford Station - 6 min drive
Shelford Station - 9 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min walk
The Greyhound - 3 min drive
The Plough - 3 min drive
The Three Horseshoes - 5 min drive
The Tickell Arms - 3 min drive
About this property
The Red Lion
At The Red Lion, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of Cambridge. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Red Lion, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Romanian
At a glance
Hotel size
18 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Working away
4 meeting rooms
Conference space (2141 square feet)
Services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
3 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
No elevator (single level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
1 stairs to reach property
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Red Lion - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Red Lion Cambridge
Red Lion Hotel Cambridge
The Red Lion Hotel
The Red Lion Cambridge
The Red Lion Hotel Cambridge
Frequently asked questions
Does The Red Lion offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Red Lion does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Red Lion?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Red Lion?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Red Lion?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Red Lion and nearby?
The Red Lion has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Red Lion?
Yes, Red Lion offers British cuisine.
What's the area around The Red Lion like?
The Red Lion is just a short 2-minute walk from Whittlesford Parkway Station.
The Red Lion Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
6.4/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
6 December 2024
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 December 2024
Lovely Friendly Hotel
Lovely big room, very comfy bed and gorgeous quality bed linen. A friendly, welcoming hotel where everyone is hard working. Our dog Jessica was made very welcome too. My only feedback is that I am a very light sleeper and somewhere in the hotel there was a door banging which I think can be easily solved by tightening up the damper.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2024
Good place for overnight stop
Nice food , good service , friendly staff . Thank you
lauren
lauren, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
23 November 2024
Sean
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2024
Wassim
Wassim, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2024
Thinus
Thinus, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 September 2024
Brian
Brian, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
9 September 2024
Great hotel & staff. Hotel is very old but the character of the place is great. Food choice was good & service was first class.
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
7 September 2024
Terence
Terence, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
5 September 2024
This hotel is situated opposite a train station which takes you into Cambridge in around 10 mins. It is a historic building which I loved and so you have to accept it will have a certain quirkiness to it. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast is cooked to order so very good and we ate our evening meal in the pub which was good too. It is dog friendly (£15 per night, which to be honest is far too expensive if staying more than one night) but the general cost to stay here is reasonable. I would def recommend this as a place to stay if visiting Cambridge.
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
1 September 2024
Lovely old building with quant features. Evening meal and service was excellent even though hotel lost electricity plus other issues with a lightening strike, all added for a different evening.
Breakfast I’m sorry to say really had issues, poached eggs placed onto toast with liquid, leaving toast soggy, unable to eat, mushrooms swimming in oil.
Waitress forgetting what was asked of her and clearing tables were non existent without asking.
Ali in all our stay was very pleasant, just a few issues need addressing.
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 August 2024
Staff were incredibly lovely and made the trip.
Room was nicely decorated however had a slight smell and a slightly damp carpet near the bathroom which we think was due to the shower not draining the water properly. Bed was comfortable and clean.
Pub downstairs is great and has lots of character.
Food was a bit on the pricey side for pub grub but was still tasty.
Harry
Harry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
25 July 2024
The toilet was dirty - the room had no air conn - the milk was sour - the breakfast was terrible - even the bread for toasting.
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Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2024
Very Good
Friendly and polite staffs, delicious breakfast. The room which my children stayed in was 500 years old and had a historic feel. Walking about 2 minutes to Whittlesford Parkway train station.
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 July 2024
Nice Stay
Nice stay in a good hotel. The room was comfortable, great bed, and fabulous vegetarian breakfast
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
17 July 2024
Amala
Amala, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
13 July 2024
This property has the good the bad and the ugly.
The good - the fish and chips on the menu even though the peas were not on the late as advertised
The bad - car parking was not obvious and no sign as to what and where the parking was.
The ugly - no staff available at breakfast so restock items - I searched for 35 minutes to find someone to replenish hot water to make tea. No one came and the buffet that was presented was cold and very unappetizing. Walked all over the building and yelled but no reply.
The worst place I have stayed in years and a health and safety nightmare. Would be happy to discuss further with the owner. Suggest you delete from your site.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
9 July 2024
This was booked
Went to room disgusting filthy toilet
No curtains just a bit of material hanging off the wall asked to change room told none available so we left and went elsewhere
Shirley
Shirley, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
5 July 2024
Trash was in the can
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
3 July 2024
Our Cambridge trip
Disappointed with the condition of our room. However the staff were friendly and attentive. The restaurant food was good.
John
John, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
3 July 2024
I liked the bar/ restaurant area. The evening meal and breakfast were both excellent and the staff helpful.
Less good was the very cramped en-suite, tiny wash basin and limited clothes hanging space in my Regency Double en-suite room. Also the narrow stair treads were difficult to descend for an OAP with big feet.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
2 July 2024
Food is amazing
Great place to stay. The food at this pub was amazing. The Paprika Chicken Souvalki was big and delicious.
Breakfast was superb too.
The room was spacious and has everything you need. The decor is close to needing a refresh but assume this will be done soon as the pub is under new management.
Carl
Carl, 1-night business trip
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4/10 Fair
28 June 2024
Dirty, run-down. Recommend avoiding this one.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 June 2024
Very good location for the train service into Cambridge. The old inn had very low doors so you had to be careful, but it made it a unique experience.
William
William, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 June 2024
Lovely place with character and friendly staff
Just staying one night, really nice place, ive stayed here many times before.
Breakfast was excellent this time (last time you had to walk to the horrid modern place next door due to "Covid"
Friendly staff and excellent value for money.
I will be staying again.
Well done Red Lion.