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The Old School House Rooms

3.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat near Cambridge University where historic surroundings create an ideal home base for exploring the renowned campus

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The Old School House Rooms is steps from Cambridge University's historic grounds. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and thoughtful touches like daily lobby newspapers. The staff offers luggage storage, letting visitors explore Cambridge unencumbered.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, towels

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, towels

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Cambridge is home to The Old School House Rooms. The Centre for Computing History and Fitzwilliam Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Abbey Stadium and Bridge of Sighs. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fenner's or Mildenhall Stadium. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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9 Greenside, Waterbeach, Cambridge, England, CB25 9HW

What's nearby

  • River Cam
    River Cam
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • 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
    24 min drive - 14.4 miles
  • A World War II Bristol Blenheim light bomber
    Imperial War Museum Duxford
    25 min drive - 21.3 miles
  • St John's College in Cambridge
    St. John's College
    32 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange
    Cambridge Corn Exchange
    35 min drive - 15.4 miles

Getting around

  • Waterbeach Station
    9 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Golden Hind
    6 min drive
  • Thoroughbreads Coffee Bar
    5 min drive
  • Coffee World
    5 min drive
  • The Crown & Punchbowl
    4 min drive
  • Curry and Pizza
    4 min drive

About this property

The Old School House Rooms

Bed & breakfast near University of Cambridge
The Old School House Rooms provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and newspapers in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at The Old School House Rooms feature comforts such as bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

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

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Old School House Rooms Cambridge
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Old School House Rooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old School House Rooms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old School House Rooms?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Old School House Rooms located?

Situated in Cambridge, this bed & breakfast is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from River Cam and within 3 mi (5 km) of Milton Country Park and St John's Innovation Centre. Cambridge Business Park and Cambridge Science Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). Waterbeach Station is 9 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

The Old School House Rooms Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, warm, welcoming and a home away from home. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed two nights for a business trip. I cannot speak highly enough of The old school house rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic overnight stay, accommodation was spotless, more than comfortable and the breakfast was 10 out of 10. I will definitely return. In fact, I have already rebooked for next week and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay in comfortable room. Breakfast excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Fantastic stay.

Lovely B&B. Friendly hosts, very clean room and bathroom. Fantastic cooked to order breakfast. My new favorite for trips to the Cambridge area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

A great B&B to stay at.

Great B&B to stay at. USB sockets in the bedside lamps; tea and coffee in the room; coffee machine, fridge and microwave in the guest lounge; plenty of choice for breakfast; a fan in the room was most welcome; shampoo, conditioner and body wash provided as well as lovely towels and face cloths.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional quality throughout. Clean, quiet comfortable and classy. Amazing breakfast beautifully set out and organised with efficient, friendly and courteous staff, worth the tariff alone!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, very clean and perfect service topped off with a very lovely breakfast. Can’t recommend highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with great breakfast (really good coffee and fruit juice) - Convenient for Waterbeach station and trains into Cambridge and Newmarket.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here with my daughter for a night and would totally recommend. Lovely room, friendly staff and excellent breakfast set up. Would definitely stay again 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay, everything was perfect, clean and welcoming. Best breakfast I've had in a long while . Would definitely recommend this B and B clean and and made
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well appointed and clean, everything you could possibly need was provided, breakfast was excellent and made fresh to order, and the hosts Lisa and Phil were helpful and attentive to every detail. We will certainly stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We decided at the last minute to break our journey on a bank-holiday weekend, from West Midlands to the East End of London and booked 'The Old School House Rooms' on chance and we were so pleased that we found them. It would be difficult to find fault with any aspect of the stay particularly for the price. Thoroughly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay at The Old School House Rooms. Generous, varied breakfast choices. Very comfortable beds and spotless room and bathroom. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anne

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

Great little boutique B&B find x

Lisa & Phil are amazing hosts, cannot do enough for you, lovely little boutique B&B - Breakfast was amazing, the rooms were spotless and the little extra touches were second to none... a lovely little find, will definitely be returning x
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night while on business The building is a quirky old place and had been a school! The large rooms have been divided into a number of cosy well appointed rooms Check in was self service and very well organised Ordering breakfast was via a well designed form Lisa and Phil are lovely and we met them at breakfast! Breakfast is one of the best I've ever had, all freshly cooked by Phil! Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and comfortable, well presented rooms and communal areas. Fabulous attention to detail all round. Excellent breakfast choices cooked to order. Quiet location. 20 minutes drive from central Cambridge with option of Park and Drive only 5 mins away. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Well worth a visit

This is a very nice, small hotel. All units on the ground floor. Excellent service and very good breakfast. Posh towels and toiletries. Good signage, but SatNav can take you to a pub, which is actually across a green park area from another street with the same name. Their sign is black and you park in the back of the property. The staff were all very kind. Lots of great coffee pods and tea and cookies are provided. A sweet little place and we hope to go again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

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

The standard all B&B should be measured against

This is a gem of a B&B. We were contacted by Faye before we arrived with the instructions on how access the property which were easy to carry out. The property was warm & welcoming which was great as it was a very cold outside. The room & ensuite bathroom were tidy & clean. We had a King bed which was luxurious and comfy. There were tea & coffee making facilities in the room which included biscuits, yummy!! Cooked breakfast is chosen in advance on a form & the items to choose from are substsntial. There is also porridge, muesli & fruit. The form needs to be returned to the table in the entrance by 8pm. We were visiting family in Waterbeach & the location of the property was 5 minutes away. There is a lounge which is a conservatory. It has a ceiling fan, widescreen TV, coffee/tea pod machine, dinnerware (plates, utensils, wine glasses). Cooked breakfast is served once you sit down at your table in the breakfast room. You can make toast from several types of bread, croissant, tea, coffee, 3 types of juice, yoghurt, jams, Marmite along with several other items. The cooked breakfast arrived within 10 minutes freshly made & brought to our table. It was tasty & items were locally sourced rather than from a supermarket. Faye is a darling who treated us so well. She reflects the atmosphere of the property, comfy, immaculatestylish but comfy. Faye even went out her way to text us to confirm our choices for breakfast when we completely forgot. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Perfect B&B

Very comfortable, clean, updated B&B in a beautiful small village just a few miles from Cambridge. Very welcoming owner and great made-to-order breakfasts. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yihua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul

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

Lovely place to stay

Lovely stay. Comfortable bed and all we needed in the room. Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Genuinely could not fault it plus everyone very friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary

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

Comfortable hotel in peaceful setting

We enjoyed a short stay here in a quaint village whilst visiting Newmarket races. The comfortable rooms are newly refurbished and the area very quiet and peaceful, with several pubs to eat. The breakfast was delicious. We would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation. The host was very helpful and friendly. Accommodation was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was outstanding. If your looking for accommodation in this area stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022