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Crown & Punchbowl

4.0 star property

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At Crown & Punchbowl, you can look forward to a garden, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Standard King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Superior King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Cambridge, Crown & Punchbowl is near a train station. Cambridge Lakes Golf Course and Gog Magog Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences and Cambridge Junction. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Abbey Stadium, or consider a night out at Burwell House.
Map
High Street, Cambridge, England, CB25 9JG

What's nearby

  • River Cam
    River Cam
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    University of Cambridge
    19 min drive - 19.0 km
  • A World War II Bristol Blenheim light bomber
    Imperial War Museum Duxford
    20 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange
    Cambridge Corn Exchange
    29 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Milton Country Park
    3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Waterbeach Station
    3 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thoroughbreads Coffee Bar
    4 min drive
  • The Golden Hind
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Coffee World
    4 min drive
  • The Plough
    3 min drive

About this property

Crown & Punchbowl

  • Upscale inn near University of Cambridge
  • You can look forward to a garden, a bar and a restaurant at Crown & Punchbowl. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • Free newspapers
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 27 December.
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 20.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is Crown & Punchbowl pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Crown & Punchbowl?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Crown & Punchbowl?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Crown & Punchbowl?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crown & Punchbowl located?

Situated in Cambridge, this inn is within 3 miles (5 km) of Milton Country Park, River Cam and Cambridge City Cemetery. St John's Innovation Centre and Abbey Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Crown & Punchbowl Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for touring around Cambridge. Lovely clean room with good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
friendly staff, clean room and great food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff were all great, our room was lovely and our evening meal and breakfast were superb
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodation with great staff and food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Beautiful place to stay

Lovely rooms very comfortable and clean. Comfy bed. Good service from the staff and everyone very friendly and attentive. Location was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, helpful staff and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historical well- maintained lovely inn in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were brilliant and made our stay so enjoyable. Food was excellent both for the breakfast and evening meal. Our Room was cleaning and comfortable with a nespresso machine, premium teabags and fresh milk available from a fridge in the landing were welcome additions. The pub felt warm and cosy was festooned with lovely Christmas decorations. I thoroughly recommend the Crown & Punchbowl when visiting Cambridge, especially as a half hourly bus service into Cambridge stops just across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MALCOLM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room, very clean and tidy, staff very helpful, breakfast was good. Would definitely recommend the Crown & Punchbowl.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room will appointed with extras, great in house restaurant with,excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Florent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice pub in a small village right next to Cambridge. There are only 9 rooms. Ours was pretty small but comfortable. It’s perfect for a small stay near Cambridge. Staff is lovely and the food at the pub is really good.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Staff was so friendly and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Village Inn with easy parking, comfortable room and good food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was very comfortable, food and drink excellant too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, nice facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Very nice hotel in suberb village. Would definitely recommend and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good value rooms. Great food, fresh cooked breakfast and super service. Restaurant can be really busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and food brilliant. Most enjoyable stay in great location. Staff could not have been more helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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4/10 Poor

Shuv

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I was given room 4, no toilet roll and the bathroom smelt really badly of urine. I told the bar man and he changed my room . One thing I noticed from both rooms that they are looking very tired and need renovating. For a £100 for a one night stay mid week I would expect far better. The bed was comfy though .I wouldn't stay again...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service, great food, comfortable room

Excellent team who gave the impression that nothing would be too much effort. Comfortable and spacious room with en suite. Restaurant food was excellent, though they had run out of a few items
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about the property, it’s a little gem. The quality of the food was excellent both at breakfast & dinner. All the staff were extremely helpful & nothing was too much trouble. We would definitely stay at The Crown & Punchball again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely annexe next to the lovely pub

Lovely modern clean room. Large comfy beds, blackout blinds and coffee machine. Bathroom had good shower and soft fluffy towels. The pub itself is very cosy and the staff were friendly. Would stay again when in the Cambridge area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for visiting Cambridge

Lovely cosy room. Modern and clean. Needs a bit of TLC in some places. Comfy bed and quiet surroundings. 5mins drive from Milton P&R which is fab for accessing Cambridge.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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