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Acorn Guest House

4.0 star property
4-star guest house near University of Cambridge

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Property grounds
Staircase
Basic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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154 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 1DA
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The River Cam
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cambridge Corn Exchange
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Family Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Chesterton stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Chesterton guesthouse, you'll find University of Cambridge and Jesus Green. Also, Jesus College is within half a mile (1 km) and Midsummer Common is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jesus College - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Anglia Ruskin University - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The River Cam - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 4 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Haymakers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tivoli - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Portland Arms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Milton Arms - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Cambridge - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Acorn Guest House

4-star guest house near University of Cambridge
As a guest of Acorn Guest House, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Cambridge guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Acorn Guest House offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard, Barclaycard, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Acorn Guest House to the airport?

Acorn Guest House is 2.5 mi (5-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Acorn Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Acorn Guest House.

Does Acorn Guest House offer free breakfast?

Acorn Guest House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Acorn Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Acorn Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Acorn Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Acorn Guest House have a pool?

Acorn Guest House does not have a pool.

Does Acorn Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Acorn Guest House to downtown Cambridge?

Acorn Guest House is 1 mi away from Cambridge.

Acorn Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 283 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suet Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

matthew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was good but the property is decrepit and not well maintained. Our toilet leaked, I informed the caretaker and it was not resolved. There is a pervasive rotting vegetable smell in the hotel. For the money, it is not a good option.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Clean and Easy

Stayed for 3 nights over May Day weekend. Host was responsive and friendly, room was large and comfortable with a good en-suite with hot shower, as well as tea making facilities. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rui

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory, San Diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was basic accommodations with friendly service. The property is dated rough around the edges, but was very competitively priced. It was a pleasant walk to downtown. We would probably stay again but can’t give it high marks aside from value and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I boy stayed at this accommodation for about 15 minutes. It was dirty and there were even stains on the ceiling. When I mentioned this to the owner she said they weren’t there even though I have photos. I left without staying there and lost my two nights accommodation with no refund as it was a non refundable stay. A very distressing and unpleasant experience .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location ok but establishment old and not good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Felt safe, kept informed of things regarding guesthouse.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tanalyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a very simple and friendly place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

MR STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
as expected for a guest house
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Parking not available, only known on site. Rooms clean but could use a bit refurb.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was well set up for what it was doing - and a desk if you needed to work. It was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Benjamin, Mooroolbark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
15 minute's walk from the town centre, this old hotel is the kind of budget place a backpacker would enjoy. Most of the amenities are dated, there is certainly no air conditioning (so be wary of that in Summer), and the bathroom is incredibly tiny, so much so that the basin is actually outside the bathroom in the main room. That being said, we had the family room, which had two single beds and a double, so our room was actually really large. You wouldn't get much privacy from whoever you're sharing the room with though, so make sure your well acquainted, as you can't dry off in the bathroom after a shower because of the lack of space and it is rather uncomfortable sitting on the toilet with the door closed given it's literally inches from your face. Consider this like renting a room in someone else's house but with your own private bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Tired looking bnb.

Room very tired looking. Vinyl flooring felt a bit sticky underfoot. Cobwebs to both corners of the windows. Kettle water not emptied before arrival. Tv remote had lots of ingrained dirt & I cleaned it thoroughly myself before using Shower ok but rain shower attachment dripped pink algae blobs due to not being cleaned properly. Bed mattress very soft but comfortable. Headboard very stained. Room was quiet. Did not stay for breakfast. Being Cambridge you pay for what you get I suppose.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Colleen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so lovely - a great location only 15/20 minutes from the main shops and restaurants. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly welcome. Attractive room. Clean and quiet. Comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pashalis

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

John

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Owner lovely, but misleading initial photo

Owner was lovely however....I use Hotels.com about 4 times a week for business and after 10 stays at hotels I receive a free stay complimentary for the sum of the average hotels stayed at -this is usually about £75-£95 worth of complimentary hotel stays twice every six weeks It costs me over £1000 to receive this and I look forwards to using them, feels like a nice little rebate. My grievance on this particular occasion is that often when in Cambridge, hotels can be difficult to find for an acceptable amount, often some can be £150-£200 each night. On this occasion I accept it was getting near 8pm and I was worn out and had been trying to source a hotel for about 90 mins. What really gets me here is that the first photo to come up is the picture of what looks like a country house manor type hotel and in fact it says property grounds. After searching for so long I admit I didn't go into too much detail and check but on that first impression, and last minute, I thought it ideal, and booked, using my free night which was for the value of £82 but the hotel cost a little of £65. When the confirmation came through I was shocked and dismayed that I then saw what looked like a run down BandB. I understand who it caters for, but the initial photo massively mis-represents Bed clean but uncomfy and bathroom is tiny and a partitioned after thought. Also the floor was wet underneath the lino, not pleasant at all
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Zhigang

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

A little gem.

What I can say. I have stayed in a variety of establishments in Cambridge and none and I mean none have had a breakfast more delicious and filling as this one. Andrew and his wife are very attentive hosts and nothing seems to much trouble. Really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renae

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

Excellent price good standard great service

Good standard for a guest house- very small quirky bathroom - super hot powerful shower Good beds- lovely friendly helpful staff Andrew was very helpful. Fresh cooked to order breakfast Perfect location for visiting uni and town Superb value for money
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020