Crystal Hotel

3 stars
167-169 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8RJ, United Kingdom
Cambridge, United Kingdom
+44 122 324 6311
7.5
Good
based on 1586 reviews
1,586 reviews
Tue 16/6
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Wed 17/6
2 guests, 1 room
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£61
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
£61
Double room, bed type unknown
£71
Double room, bed type unknown
£75
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Overview

Helen Hotel provides traditional accommodation in Cambridge and is within walking distance of Cambridge Railway Station. It is close to Homerton College, eateries and shops.

Guests of the hotel can make the most of the property's gardens. Facilities include free wireless internet and room service.

The individually-decorated rooms at Helen Hotel offer a private bathroom and all the necessities for an enjoyable stay. Hot drinks can be brewed with the provided tea and coffee supplies.

The hotel is less than a 40-minute drive from London Stansted Airport and the Cambridge University Botanic Garden is a brief walk away. Guests can also easily visit attractions nearby, such as River Cam and University of Cambridge.

7.5
Good rating
Based on 1,586 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Crystal Hotel

Tue 16/6
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Wed 17/6
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£61
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£75
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£71
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£85
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£88
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£90
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£120
nightly with fees
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Amenities at Crystal Hotel

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Express check-out
  • Safe
  • Disabled access
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • Express check-out

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi

Reviews of Crystal Hotel

7.5
Good
1586 verified ratings
Wonderful
450
Very good
362
Good
362
Okay
167
Fair
129
Mediocre
41
Poor
75

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests often praised the friendly and helpful service, convenient location near transport and amenities, and clean rooms with spacious bathrooms. However, many noted the hotel's old and worn condition, lack of maintenance, and some cleanliness issues. The hotel offers good value for price but could benefit from renovations and improved upkeep.
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Service8 out of 10
Location8 out of 10
Room Size7 out of 10
Bathroom6.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
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Location

167-169 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8RJ

What's nearby

  • Cambridge University Botanic Garden0.6 mi
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital0.7 mi
  • Anglia Ruskin University1.1 mi
  • University of Cambridge1.1 mi
  • Peterhouse College1.2 mi
  • Corpus Christi College1.3 mi
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange1.4 mi
  • Cambridge City Centre1.4 mi
  • King's College1.4 mi
  • Gonville and Caius College1.5 mi
  • Trinity College1.6 mi
  • Cherry Hinton1.7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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October
May
£93
£83
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 57% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Crystal Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Crystal Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Crystal Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Crystal Hotel, plan to stay on a Friday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Crystal Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £91, while the most expensive was £123.
  • How long should you stay at Crystal Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Crystal Hotel

  • Where is Crystal Hotel located?

    Crystal Hotel is located at 167-169 Hills Road, 1.3 miles from the centre of Cambridge. Cambridge University Botanic Garden is the closest landmark to Crystal Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Crystal Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Crystal Hotel.

  • Does Crystal Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Crystal Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Crystal Hotel from the airport?

    Crystal Hotel is 2 miles from Cambridge. Crystal Hotel is 21.3 miles from London Stansted.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Crystal Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Crystal Hotel in Cambridge and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Crystal Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Crystal Hotel.

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8.4
1.3 mi
Cambridge
2.0 mi

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