In the heart of Cambridge, Novotel Cambridge North offers a tranquil retreat with a sauna and indoor pool. Savor lunch or dinner at the on-site restaurant, then unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services and sun loungers by the pool.
St John's Innovation Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Cambridge Science Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Cambridge Regional College - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Cambridge (CBG) - 17 min drive
Stansted Airport (STN) - 49 min drive
Cambridge North Station - 1 min walk
Dullingham Station - 14 min drive
Waterbeach Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Thoroughbreads Coffee Bar - 13 min walk
The Golden Hind - 15 min walk
Milton Arms - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Coffee World - 3 min drive
About this property
Novotel Cambridge North
Novotel Cambridge North puts you within a 10-minute drive of Scott Polar Research Institute and Fitzwilliam Museum. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the sauna for a relaxing end to the day. An indoor pool, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
217 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
24-hour offsite parking nearby (GBP 22 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Working away
6 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Sauna
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Handrails in stairways
Wheelchairs available on site
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 18.00 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 22 per day (open 24 hours)
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay and Samsung Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Novotel Cambridge North Hotel
Novotel Cambridge North Cambridge
Novotel Cambridge North Hotel Cambridge
Novotel Cambridge North (Opening May 2021)
Frequently asked questions
Does Novotel Cambridge North offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Cambridge North 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.
Is there a pool at Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Cambridge North?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Novotel Cambridge North and nearby?
Novotel Cambridge North has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Cambridge North?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Novotel Cambridge North like?
Novotel Cambridge North is a short 1-minute walk from Cambridge North Station and 10 minutes' walk from River Cam. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Novotel Cambridge North Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and catering to dietary needs. (53 reviews)
The property's gym was modern, well-equipped, and a great size for a property. (22 reviews)
The pool was a highlight, described as good, great, wonderful, and a must, with many guests enjoying its facilities. (45 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2026
Best experience staffs are soo friendly and welcoming amazing time spent here
Manveen
Manveen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2026
Nice hotell, great breakfast. The gym was a plus!
Jonas
Jonas, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2026
Very modern clean hotel. Staff were very helpful.
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
Very spacious and modern decor....excellent location. Used the pool and sauna....helpful desk staff.....plenty of space in the lounge..Good sound insulation.
Joy
Joy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2026
Breakfast was excellent but parking expensive
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2026
New hotel with clean rooms. Quite isolated next to Cambridge North but I would stay again. No discount parking available.
Kris
Kris, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 10, 2026
Overall, poorer than expected.
Roomm was clean and breakfast pretty good.
No hotel car park, poor room ameneties, uncomfortable bed and pillows. Wouldn't stay again
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Stay at the hotel quite often when travelling to my tattoo artist. Always a great stay, comfortable rooms, great breakfast choice and easy to travel to whether by rail or car.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2025
Lovely place, staffs were very friendly, rooms and washrooms are very clean, breakfast was delicious.
Vithursha
Vithursha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Room spotless, excellent sound proofing with regards to the train station, great size, lovely big shower, breakfast excellent and very helpful friendly staff. The location is perfect for Cambridge, being right next door to the train station and only five mins and you are in the town centre!
Samantha
Samantha, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 2, 2025
Great spacious rooms, amazing breakfast
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Mar 22, 2026
Although my room was cleaned and the towels replaced, the tea/coffee/milk was not replaced and there was a dirty cup left in the room. Not really good enough.
The member of staff on breakfast duty was excellent. Very welcoming, friendly and helpful.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2025
The staff are amazing 👏, always ready to help.
Sophia
Sophia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
Lovely hotel, friendly staff and great facilities.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2025
Everything was great. We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight stay. All the staff were friendly and helpful.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 15, 2025
Lovely hotel, good faciluries, very clean abd the staff were friendly and helpful. Would recommend.
Naomi
Naomi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
This was a second stay at this place and like last time the room as clean and tidy, staff friendly. Thank you for the pleasant stay.
Sandesh
Sandesh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Was lovely . Staff all good and nice room
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Lovely hotel. Good rooms. Nice front desk staff
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
Great stay
Lovely hotel, so easy from the train, staff were friendly and couldn’t do more, great stay
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 8, 2026
The room was clean but there was an empty packet of Maryland’s under the bed. The Tv didn’t work and I only noticed about 3 hours into our arrival- no maintenance were in house so they offered a different room- but we had already unpacked, settled etc, my son was sleeping so was inconvenient to move. The pool was out of use 10-11am which was annoying and the hot tub was out of use the whole time. There was also no water in our fridge. With there being no phone in the room having to go down to reception felt like a chore every time so we didn’t bother. The location is good but I was misinformed on the phone about parking- she told me £12 but it’s actually £21.60. We still had a nice stay but there were a number of errors.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Lovely hotel and great service. Perfect for a short family stay.
Tommy
Tommy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 5, 2026
Room clean. Woud have been 5 but we booked for pool, only to be told when we got to property it was closed for product added to pool. We had called 2 hours prior to booking to make sure it would be open so sho
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 26, 2025
great
great staff, comfortable bed and stay
Blessing
Blessing, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2025
Amazing hotel. Friendly staff and perfect location.