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About this property
The Waterman is situated 2 minutes’ walk from the River Cam, and half a mile from the historical city centre of Cambridge. This traditional Cambridge pub features an on-site restaurant. All rooms have complimentary WiFi, tea & coffee making facilities, Smart TVs, Roberts digital radios and en-suite shower rooms. Home-cooked food is served in the on-site restaurant. Wines, spirits and craft beers are available in the bar, and there is a secluded outdoor courtyard area for al fresco dining or drinking. Buses to the rail station and city centre can be caught from outside The Waterman, and run every 10 minutes. Cambridge Science Park is 1.8 miles from the property. Many local shops and cafés can be reached within a 5-minute walk. Cambridge North train station is 2.3 miles away. Cambridge airport is 3 miles from the property and Midsummer Common is a 9 minute walk away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kaya
Australia“Great location and I like that the bar was downstairs so made it easy to get a good meal after a long day of exploring! The bed was also very comfy and the staff were friendly and accommodating!” - Rupert
United Kingdom“Very friendly. Clean. Good location. The pub is good.” - Heike
Germany“We stayed for one night and were allowed to check in already around midday, which was very convenient. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful – a special "thank you" to Niko, who supported us with everything from local recommendations to...” - Lee United Kingdom“Perfect location, quiet considering above the pub, nice little touches in the room which was quite big.”
- Anita
Netherlands“Great location, very friendly people, and the dog was welcome. We didn't use breakfast due to circonstances but the dog was allowed there too.” - Nick United Kingdom“The pub was nice. Staff were helpful. Location was good”
- Susan United Kingdom“Location was great nice riverside walk into town. Plenty of local pubs and eateries.”
- Gerald
Sweden“The staff was just great, the room comfy, the shower lovely.” - Lynn United Kingdom“Great location, easy to get to the centre of Cambridge via the river. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The room was small but had everything that was needed, even a fan.”
- Charlotte United Kingdom“We loved our stay, it's really central to Cambridge, the rooms were small but perfectly formed and we really appreciated the fan when we stayed during a heatwave! Breakfast was lovely too. Would definitely stay again if we come back to Cambridge!”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- The Waterman
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
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 accommodation.
