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Acorn Guest House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse within easy reach of University of Cambridge

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In the heart of Chesterton, Acorn Guest House offers a charming retreat with a serene garden and convenient in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the helpful staff who assist with tour tickets and luggage storage, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Garden
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cable TV service

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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
154 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 1DA

What's nearby

  • River Cam - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Cambridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jesus College - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. John's College - 9 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 13 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge (CBG) - 5 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 34 min drive
  • Cambridge Station - 4 min drive
  • Waterbeach Station - 13 min drive
  • Cambridge North Station - 27 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Portland Arms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Cambridge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Milton Arms - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Fort St. George - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Haymakers - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Acorn Guest House

Acorn Guest House offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of University of Cambridge. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • 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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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from March 1 2026 to February 21 2028 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from March 1 2026 to February 28 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
During renovations, the guesthouse will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Long-term renters welcome.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International

National rating

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Acorn Guest House currently open?

This property is closed from March 1 2026 to February 21 2028 (dates subject to change).

Does Acorn Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Acorn Guest House 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.

Are pets allowed at Acorn Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Acorn Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Acorn Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Acorn Guest House and nearby?

Acorn Guest House has a garden.

What's the area around Acorn Guest House like?

Acorn Guest House is a short 11-minute walk from University of Cambridge and 11 minutes' walk from Jesus College.

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Reviews

Acorn Guest House Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Its a very simple and friendly place to stay.
vincent, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jonathan, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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.
Gregory, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Did not use parking. Only issue it said bed & breakfast. There was not any breakfast
James, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Felt safe, kept informed of things regarding guesthouse.
Margaret, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was well set up for what it was doing - and a desk if you needed to work. It was very friendly.
Sarah, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

as expected for a guest house
MR STEPHEN, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Location ok but establishment old and not good value for money
Janet, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Parking not available, only known on site. Rooms clean but could use a bit refurb.
2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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.
matthew, 2-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

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 .
Sharon, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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.
Benjamin, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Leider war das Zimmer und vor allem das „Badezimmer“ (1qm mit WC und Dusche, Waschbecken ist im Zimmer) nicht besonders sauber, dem Haus inkl. Vorgarten und hinten der Hof, auf dem drei Autos parken können, könnten ein bisschen Liebe gebrauchen. So sieht es unordentlich und schmuddelig aus.
Michele, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Correct

Bien situé, proche du centre de Cambridge. Installations anciennes mais correct.
NICOLAS, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The owner was so lovely - a great location only 15/20 minutes from the main shops and restaurants. Would highly recommend.
Hannah, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly welcome. Attractive room. Clean and quiet. Comfortable.
Robin, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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
John, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Tracy, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Todo correcto. Buen ubicado y limpio. Personal amable
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
Renae, 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

I didn’t enjoy it at all. I booked a twin room and paid it prior to arrival, yet on the reception I was asked to pay additional £10, because I wasn’t going to be alone in a twin bedded room.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cute

Cute little place to stay within 15 minute walk into Cambridge centre .
Rowena, 1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Never again

Not in my diary to ever go back. Room was freezing cold and not worth the money. However 1 saving feature was that when i could not accept the cold any longer i asked if there was a fan heater available and the owner provided one. Saying " Dont leave it on to long"
Phil, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

udget no frills guest house.

Very basic guest house. However, it was clean. If budget is an issue you could do worse than stay here. Limited parking at the rear (3 cars). 20 minute walk into Cambridge itself.
1-night trip