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Lensfield Hotel

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The Lensfield Hotel with a traditional brick facade, a blue awning, and a well-maintained garden area with a table and chairs. - Lensfield Hotel (Cambridge)
A modern kitchen with black countertops, white cabinetry, and a wooden door. - Lensfield Hotel (Cambridge)
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror. - Lensfield Hotel (Cambridge)
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Located close to University of Cambridge, Lensfield Hotel provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a dresser.

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a large mirror.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a headboard, and a window.

Executive Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a small table with a tray.

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a tufted headboard, and two bedside tables with lamps.

Executive Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a large wooden headboard.

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a telephone.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A large bed with a tufted headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a mirror on the wall.

Double Room, Accessible

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a trash bin, and a mirror.

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a seating area with two armchairs.

Junior Suite

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Suite

  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a bedside lamp, a chair, a small table, and a mirror on the wall.

Premier Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a desk, a telephone, a mirror, and a chair.

Small Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a grey blanket and two teal pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden wardrobe.

Small Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Cambridge, Lensfield Hotel is near a train station. Scott Polar Research Institute and Fitzwilliam Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cambridge Lakes Golf Course and Gog Magog Golf Club. 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. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
Map
53 Lensfield Rd, Cambridge, England, CB2 1EN

What's nearby

  • A wooden bridge over a canal, surrounded by modern and historic buildings.
    University of Cambridge
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A canal with rowboats, a bridge, and historic buildings.
    River Cam
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A park with a green lawn, a person riding a bicycle, and a row of houses in the background.
    Parker's Piece
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A grand staircase with ornate columns and statues, leading to a richly decorated room with a large emblem above the entrance.
    Fitzwilliam Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A historic building with ornate architecture, including a tower with a green dome and a clock.
    Cambridge Corn Exchange
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station
    15 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Browns
    4 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    7 min walk
  • Grain & Hop Store
    6 min walk
  • Prince Regent
    5 min walk
  • Hot Numbers
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12 for adults and GBP 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 for adults and GBP 12.00 for children

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Lensfield Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Lensfield Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lensfield Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lensfield Hotel located?

Situated in Cambridge, this hotel is steps from University of Cambridge, Downing College, and Scott Polar Research Institute. Our Lady and the English Martyrs and The Backs are also within 5 minutes. Cambridge Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Lensfield Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 347 out of 848 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 848 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 848 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 848 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 848 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location friendly staff. Enjoyed the breakfast. Room was a bit small but ok for 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good location Clean rooms though TV didn't work Also there is no spa, even though it's advertised as having one
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was wonderful and the staff were very accomodating to me leaving my luggage before check in
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Anirukta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Felt like a home away from home. Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Price was good for Cambridge. Cheerful and very well located for City centre. Clean but dated. Functional. Staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Isao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, the staff helpful, and the location was good. Everything is within close walking distance - Tesco, pubs, restaurants, cafes. The train station is about 15-18 minute walk away. All the Cambridge attractions are within easy walking distances.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Eun Hyung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is very good. It has been 35 yrs since i came to Cambridge(I had been living in Cambridge for 1 year in 1991). It was a kind of tracking a memory trip for me. This hotel is comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked a small room as I was staying one night on my own. The bed was very comfortable. The shower was excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. I wouldn't hesitate to book again at The Lensfield Hotel in future.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely clean room and good location exactly as expected
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable room and very clean . Happy to recommend to family and friends la thanks
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location -- within walking distance of the railway station and the bus to Heathrow as well as downtown Cambridge. I loved the comfortable bed, too. Will definitely stay at Lensfield Hotel again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good experience, nicely decorated for Xmas, comfy room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Muzaher-ul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff. Clean room, cosy etc
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

nina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not too friendly. Rooms are very poor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, staff were fantastically friendly and couldnt do enough for us. Lovely continental brekkie
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay , clean and very central.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely staff and clean rooms, very close to the city centre. We extended our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are so helpful. Lovely character hotel close to train station and centre of Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and very good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable. Lots of lovely bird song in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and tidy and the reception staff couldn’t be more helpful. A very friendly hotel close to the centre of town and less expensive than the likes of PremierInn
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, good location, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value accommodation in a good location, with friendly, helpful staff. Cosy little room, ideal for my visit. I even booked a second night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025