When you stay at Crown & Punchbowl, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Cambridge. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
5 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 per person
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day:
Bar/lounge
Dining venue(s)
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Crown & Punchbowl Inn
Crown & Punchbowl Cambridge
Crown & Punchbowl Inn Cambridge
Frequently asked questions
Is Crown & Punchbowl currently open?
The property is closed between December 24 and December 27.
Does Crown & Punchbowl offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Crown & Punchbowl 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 Crown & Punchbowl?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Crown & Punchbowl?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Crown & Punchbowl?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Crown & Punchbowl and nearby?
Crown & Punchbowl has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Crown & Punchbowl?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2024
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Great location for visiting Cambridge
Lovely cosy room. Modern and clean. Needs a bit of TLC in some places. Comfy bed and quiet surroundings. 5mins drive from Milton P&R which is fab for accessing Cambridge.
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 7, 2024
Will
Will, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Sep 16, 2024
Village Inn with easy parking, comfortable room and good food.
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
Wonderful place to stay. Staff was so friendly and courteous.
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Really good value rooms.
Great food, fresh cooked breakfast and super service. Restaurant can be really busy.
William
William, 2-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 24, 2024
David
David, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2024
A lovely little find
A lovely little find! The rooms were lovely, spacious, clean and tidy!
Everyone was really helpful too! We’ll definitely be back
Abbie
Abbie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Aug 12, 2024
Very nice accommodation with great staff and food.
Darren
Darren, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
We loved everything about the property, it’s a little gem.
The quality of the food was excellent both at breakfast & dinner.
All the staff were extremely helpful & nothing was too much trouble.
We would definitely stay at The Crown & Punchball again.
John
John, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 19, 2024
Shame about the food!!
We stayed for 3 nights - room was comfortable, shower was excellent - once we worked out how to work it (no instructions - I know what you are thinking - how difficult can it be !!). The heating was on in the middle of June - and we needed it on the first night - so brownie points earned there. The food was not to our liking as my wife suffers dreadfully from IBS - so even the hint of pepper has a disastrous reaction. We had breakfast on the first day - and despite providing a list of foods that provided a problem, my wife had avocado on smoked salmon on toast with poached eggs - which we thought was safe. Unfortunately the eggs were cooked in water with vinegar - with a predictable reaction. I know it is tough these days - but we had let them know that vinegar was a no no. That apart - the smallest cereal bowls I have ever seen and fried eggs that I could pick up as they were so rubbery (presumably air fried ??) - so no would not recommend breakfast. . Nevertheless it did not spoil our stay. Clean towels evert day, coffee and tea replenished everyday with fresh milk and chilled water from a fridge in the hallway
Barry
Barry, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 13, 2024
The room was nice but small. The staff was great, and the food very good. However, it was 4 miles to Cambridge and there was nothing else around there, so spent a lot on Ubers.
Steve
Steve, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
Good experience at this property.
John
John, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Historical well- maintained lovely inn in a great location
Diane
Diane, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2024
Excellent
Sameer Ashok
Sameer Ashok, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 18, 2024
Very nice, renovated, bright and clean hotel in a quaint village.