The Holly Tree

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Breakfast included

Housekeeping

Free WiFi

Explore the area

24 Topcliffe Way, Cambridge, England, CB1 8SH

Addenbrooke's Hospital
13 min walk
The Coffee House Cambridge
9 min walk
Cambridge Station
5 min drive
Cambridge (CBG)
8 min drive

Room options

Comfort Double Room, Garden View

25 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Cute and Relaxing Single Room

12 sq m
City view
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

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Breakfast included

Pet-friendly

Parking included

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Adults-only Cambridge bed & breakfast in Queen Edith's with free breakfast

Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has a garden and a picnic area. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include multilingual staff.

The Holly Tree offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. 50-cm Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.

This Cambridge bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

During your stay at The Holly Tree, you'll be within walking distance of Addenbrooke's Hospital. Free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are available.

Free continental breakfast served daily
Free WiFi
Amenities include a multilingual staff, a terrace, and coffee/tea in a common area
6 minutes by car from University of Cambridge and 6 minutes from Addenbrooke's Hospital

Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Holly Tree.

This 3-star Cambridge bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

On-site parking available only on request
Limited on-site parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Free off-site parking within 33 ft; booking required
Street parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area

Conveniences

Water dispenser

Guest services

Daily housekeeping
Multilingual staff

Outdoors

Garden
Picnic area
Terrace

Accessibility

This property does not have any lifts

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bed sheets
Heating

Bathroom

Hairdryer
Towels

Entertainment

50-cm smart TV
Digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Microwave
Fridge

Desk
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Laptop-friendly workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests should be aware that 2 cats reside at this property

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Late check-out is available for a fee (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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Guests should know that 2 cats live at this property.

The listed credit card fee applies to American Express payments only.

Property Registration Number no

We should mention

Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Holly Tree B&B Cambridge

Holly Tree Cambridge

The Holly Tree Cambridge

The Holly Tree Bed & breakfast

The Holly Tree Bed & breakfast Cambridge

The Holly Tree Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Michael

11 Aug 2024

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

Nice comfortable 1 night stay

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Zebulon

Travelled with partner

22 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is a beautiful B&B in a quiet residential area. The large garden is a perfect place to relax and defuse after a busy day. There is also a big public park a short distance away that has football nets, basketball, tennis, etc. The Holly Tree is walking distance from the bus station where there is a bus going downtown every 5 minutes. It is also walking distance from the medical complex, making it very helpful for the families of people in Addenbrook's or Royal Papworth. The proprietor (Ruth) is friendly and attentive, making sure visitors are comfortable and have what they need for a pleasant stay. Breakfast is basic, and self serve, but fresh and tasty with a nice variety - everything needed to start the day. The showers are hot, with plenty of pressure, and a selection of shampoo and shower gel is provided, as well as hair dryers. There is offstreet parking. This is a comfortable place that feels like home. I would definitely recommend The Holly Tree.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

peter

19 Jun 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Don

25 Apr 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

5 Nov 2023

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

peiepei

Business traveller

5 Sept 2023

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

Nice and quite area, excellent and comfortable place

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Business traveller

3 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very comfortable bed, clean premises, excellent choices for continental breakfast, very friendly staff and to top it up free parking! I will definitely be booking this family friendly accommodation again.

4/10 Poor

Roxanne

Travelled with family

29 Apr 2023

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Staff & service

This was a very disappointing stay. On arrival, we were blocked off and told to remove our shoes. We were carrying all our luggage inside and we were not given any slippers to change into. The smell of fish throughout the house was quite pungent. I then realized that there were cats residing there and I'm highly allergic. The bathroom was quite far from the bedroom and we had to walk barefoot or risk dirtying yet another pair of socks. I would have checked out but I would have lost my money as there was no refund on any of my 3 nights. The info on the cats was said to be VERY CLEAR but on inspection, it was one short sentence at the end of the property description. Either way, the amount of cat hair on the chairs(breakfast table) and the floors was impossible to avoid. In addition, we did not feel welcome and always felt like we were being watched, controlled and corrected whenever we tried to do something. My mother's dietary needs were however met after I was scolded quite thoroughly for not telling the host about my mom's allergy, when we usually fend for ourselves anyways. The ONLY bonus was the location to the hospital. Other than that, I would not recommend this property to anyone.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Roxanne

26 Apr 2023

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Mansoor

14 Mar 2023

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Had a rather strange experience at this B&B. First thing to know which hasn't been mentioned on Expedia is that they charge late check in fees of £15. The host will ask you to take your shoes off on arrival (a bit weird) but does not provide slippers so you are expected to walk around in your socks. Also, insisted on me using hand gel which I don't mind but only the first time I entered the property (apparently you can't transmit germs after that when you enter the premises). Room was a decent size but the carpet was old (and i was in my socks) and pillows are very uncomfortable. However, the toilet was clean. Property claims to have parking onsite but when I asked for it, the host told me that another car is coming in later and my car would probably be blocked so suggested parking on the street. The street parking is abit far off from the property and not within sight at all. P.s. I didn't see any other car parked at the property in the evening or the next morning. I am unsure how the host managed to charge me extra fees without me actually presenting my card for the late arrival. I contacted Expedia about the transaction and they claimed the payment was not authorised through them, this has now been reported. Breakfast is very sub-standard. The host is quite in your face asking a lot of questions about when you will leave, check out time etc. I felt very uncomfortable. Overall, unpleasant stay and would not recommend.

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveller

11 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Short and sweet stay at The Holly Tree. Lovely staff and just what I needed for a very short stay in Cambridge. Plenty of parking and very flexible for when I needed to eat in the morning. Thank you.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Business traveller

6 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful stay. Comfortable, nice space, good location for addenbrookes, super super host, nice shower :). Perfect stay

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

28 Oct 2022

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

Very nice plce with very kind & helpful people.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Will

9 Sept 2022

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

21 Jul 2022

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

Service with a smile

Excellent bed and breakfast with a friendly host and truly value for money.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda

17 Dec 2021

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

Cosy and comfortable

Clean environment, easy to locate and Ruth was amazingly welcoming. The room very cosy and comfortable as well.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Franca

Business traveller

13 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My room was a beautiful cozy little room. I like it because it was warm.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller

29 Nov 2021

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

Lovely home

It was lovely and sweet. I really enjoyed my stay. The host are so sweet and their cat is even sweeter.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

11 Sept 2021

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

Hostile. Rude.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Calum

Travelled with family

30 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent service. The owner was incredibly helpfull and friendly during my stay at the holy tree.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amitkumar

Business traveller

18 Jul 2021

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul, London

Business traveller

6 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice homely BnB with a great breakfast and comfortable and very clean rooms and bathroom. Walking distance to where I was going (Hospitals) I will recommend this place anytime.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

11 Mar 2020

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

Pleasant stay

My stay was really nice. The b&b is a walk away from Addenbrooke’s hospital and had a very homey feel to it. Cereals and pastries were available if you miss the breakfast and you are able to store your own food in the fridge and use the microwave. Not to mention the family cats were very friendly. Would stay here again

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020