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Dolphin Hotel Cambridge

Property class: 3

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Exterior
Exterior
Executive Room, Ensuite, River View
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Garden

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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London Road, St Ives, England, PE27 5EP
  • Place, One Leisure St Ives
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Manor at Hemingford Grey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hill Rise Park Dog Walking Area
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, Ensuite, Park View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, Ensuite, River View

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room, Ensuite

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

St Ives

At Dolphin Hotel Cambridge you'll be within a 20-minute walk of One Leisure St Ives and 2.7 km (1.6 mi) from The Manor at Hemingford Grey. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Plus you'll find a garden. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this 3-property class St Ives hotel you'll find University of Cambridge.

What's nearby

  • One Leisure St Ives - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • The Manor at Hemingford Grey - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Hill Rise Park Dog Walking Area - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Raptor Foundation - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Hilton Turf Maze - 7 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 20 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oliver Cromwell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Snug - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Broadway Cellars - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Swan & Angel (Wetherspoon) - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dolphin Hotel Cambridge

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1346 square feet (125 square metres) and includes conference space. Dolphin Hotel Cambridge also features a terrace and a garden. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star St Ives hotel is smoke free.

  • 67 guestrooms or units
  • 1346 sq ft of conference space
  • 125 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Dolphin Hotel Cambridge offers 67 accommodations with free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,346 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 18 March 2026 to 30 September 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of GBP 100 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 per person
  • Pet deposit: GBP 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

Best Western Dolphin Hotel St Ives
Best Western Dolphin St Ives
Best Western Dolphin
The Dolphin Hotel St. Ives
Dolphin Hotel St Ives
Best Western Dolphin Hotel St Ives
Dolphin St Ives
Best Western Dolphin Hotel
Dolphin Hotel Cambridge Hotel
Dolphin Hotel Cambridge St Ives
Dolphin Hotel Cambridge Hotel St Ives

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

Yep, Dolphin Hotel Cambridge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

What makes Dolphin Hotel Cambridge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge.

Does Dolphin Hotel Cambridge serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

No, Dolphin Hotel Cambridge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The property will be renovating its dining venue from March 18 2026 until September 30 2026 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Dolphin Hotel Cambridge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Dolphin Hotel Cambridge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 72 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely Room,friendly staff,splendid breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
After a bit of a dodgy start with booking a river view room and getting a room with windows in the roof area that you couldn’t see out of, unless you were six foot tall! Also the blinds were screwed down so no natural light at all. Went back to reception and complained. Quickly sorted out and given the room we booked. Room very clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious room, staff very friendly....
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was well laid out and clean, slight smell damp cloth type odour. Reception very helpful. Great shower room and warm main room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Perfect location over the bridge 3 min walk to town.. Saturday night no bar open no restaurant!!! Lovely room but crazy reception man in puffer jacket putting you in man seeing you out incredible no thank you nothing it’s a motel at the moment
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Roger

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

antony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town centre
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A convenient and reasonable place to stay for visiting Cambridge - guided bus. Location be the river in St Ives attractive. Room clean. Staff helpful but felt a little understaffed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't stay here

Nothing like the web site, checked out a soon as i could, stayed about 30 minutes and found another hotel. No food, run down
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kerryn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

wesley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel is obviously in a transition phase of a refurbishment but clean & tidy value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very scenic and the staff very friendly. The local area has great options for dining.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toby

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Amenities
Nice and near the town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Staff and room very nice. Shame about the ongoing renovations meaning no restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dan, Trumpington

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willim

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

Great

Staff where great x
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

KEVIN

OK for a night or two

Oir stay was OK. A last minute booking so we could spend the evening in the lovely St Ives. We had trouble finding our room and had to go back to reception to ask for help! I thought the room was a little cold in the night. The carpark is large and the location is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alister

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024