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The Waterman is located 2 minutes’ walk from the River Cam, and half a mile from the historical city center 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 center 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
8.9
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Andrea
    United States of America United States of America
    I was looking for this Harry Potter vibe and it 100% delivered with a mix of modern decor it was so neat!
  • Jake
    United States of America United States of America
    The bathroom seemed new and well done - the shower specifically was great with space and high water pressure.
  • Claudio
    United States of America United States of America
    Great Location , Affordable, Friendly staff, easy access , close to what we needed to be , good parking on the street .

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Waterman
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Waterman

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Bingo
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Express check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Mastercard Visa Bancontact Cash is not accepted The Waterman accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Breakfast is served in Café 30 from Monday-Sunday 08:00-12:00

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about The Waterman

  • Check-in at The Waterman is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Waterman has 1 restaurant:

    • The Waterman

  • Room options at The Waterman include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Guests staying at The Waterman can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • À la carte

  • The prices at The Waterman may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Waterman offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Bar crawls
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Movie nights
    • Bingo

  • The Waterman is 0.6 miles from the center of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.