The heating was on full blast although it was a mild evening. When I went to reception to see if there was any way that the heating in my room could be turned down, the man I spoke to shrugged and said, "It's a nightmare, isn't it. I have to live here too". I was then advised to sleep with... more

This hotel management has the least concern for the boarders particularly if you happened to be there in December. Cacophoney of binge drinking Christmas Party is the regular evening feature - you have to suffer a lot particularly if you are captive diners (under their dinner included package). Rooms are not comfortable for cold nights. Complaints do not help. Furthermore... more

I was recently in Cambridge on business, and stayed at the Royal Cambridge Hotel when booked through an external agent. Arriving on the train, the hotel is probably about twenty minutes away on foot – but we took a taxi which took about five minutes. Entering through the main street entrance (look for the two globe-shaped lamps), takes you into... more

The Royal Cambridge is well located and has a certain charm to it. The breakfast is excellent too. The hotel is in an old building so it creaks a lot which isn't good when you're trying to sleep and the person upstairs is pacing. Bathroom is ok but shower was a bit weak. In general a reasonable hotel and satisfactory... more

I stayed here for 3 nights on business. The room, on the 2nd floor, was of a good size but I am told those on the 3rd floor aren't and they have tiny windows. Mine overlooked the rear of the hotel and was quiet - those overlooking Trumpington Street are noisy. The room was extremely clean but the furnishings are... more

I have just spent two nights at the Royal Cambridge. It’s funny (as in funny peculiar) how it’s possible to agree with bits of both the most negative and the most positive reviews already here! Certainly, the hotel will benefit from redecoration: carpets in the corridors look a bit shabby and old fashioned. But the location is fantastic: 5 minutes... more

Stayed here for one night on business and all I can say is that I was glad I wasn't picking up the bill! Room was tiny, noisy due to the lack of double glazing and like a sauna. Bed was uncomfortable and breakfast was very poor. Staff tried to be friendly but communicating in English was a problem for most.... more

I stayed at the Royal Cambridge for 3 nights on business - I seem to have a different experience to most reviewers on this site as I had a great stay. I was on a dinner, bed and breakfast rate where the £26 dinner allowance made it excellent value for money. Food was great, both dinner and breakfast, with a... more

I'm really surprised at the reviews for this hotel - I've stayed twice and it is my hotel of choice for Cambridge business travel. The rooms are expensive, but it IS Cambridge, and it is, after research, competitive with over hotels in the area. I can’t remember what I paid the first time I stayed, but I paid £95 for... more