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Hotel Felix Cambridge , Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)

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About the Hotel

Whitehouse Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB3 0LX

Hotel Felix, located just a short drive from Cambridge's historic city center, combines modern comfort with stunning Victorian architecture. The hotel features 52 spacious rooms, including junior suites and a penthouse, adorned with original artwork and premium furnishings. Guests can enjoy gourmet dining at the renowned Graffiti Restaurant, known for its seasonal British cuisine with Italian influences. With landscaped gardens and modern wings, the hotel offers a relaxing retreat while being near attractions like the Whipple Museum of the History of Science.

Location

Hotel Felix is situated approximately 3 miles from the center of Cambridge, making it a convenient location for exploring the city’s historic colleges and museums. Those seeking attractions can visit nearby sites like Denny Abbey and the Fitzwilliam Museum. Public transportation and car parking options facilitate easy travel, while the hotel's attractive gardens provide a peaceful setting just minutes away from urban activities.

Rooms

The hotel offers 52 spacious rooms, featuring Hypnos king-sized beds and walk-in rain showers. Many rooms boast their original Victorian features, such as sash windows and high ceilings. All guestrooms include complimentary amenities like White Company toiletries, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Some accommodations are located in the original mansion, enhancing the historical ambiance.

Eat & Drink

Dining at Hotel Felix centers around the award-winning Graffiti Restaurant, which serves modern bistro-style cuisine paired with fine wines. Guests can indulge in superior breakfasts cooked to order, available at an additional cost. The vibrant décor and light-filled Orangery provide a welcoming space for intimate dinners or leisurely afternoon teas. Notable dishes include seasonal offerings showcasing fresh ingredients and creative flavor combinations.

Leisure & Business

The hotel caters to both leisure and business travelers, providing facilities that make every guest feel valued. Guests can unwind in the secluded gardens or enjoy drinks on the garden terrace. For business needs, the hotel offers convenient amenities such as laptop-compatible safes and ample desk space in rooms. Car parking is available for a fee, ensuring easy access for those traveling by vehicle.

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Getting around

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City Center
Cambridge (Cambridgeshire) 2.5 mi
Airports
Cambridge (CBG) 4.8 mi
London Stansted (STN) 30.6 mi
Train
Cambridge Train Station 2.8 mi
Bus
Bus stop1000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Elevator

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Coffee/Tea in lobby

Room features

  • In-room safe
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Whitehouse Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB3 0LX
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Whitehouse Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB3 0LX
Nearby
Cemetery
Ascension Parish Burial Ground
2900 ft
Girton College
Girton's Museum Collection
2900 ft
Events
Storey's Field Centre
3900 ft
Restaurants
Graffiti
300 ft
Whitehouse Lane Huntington Road
Beefeater Travellers Rest
1000 ft
Restaurant

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
68%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Convenient location
Friendly staff
Noisy rooms
Chaotic dining experience
6.8/10
Nice
Rooms
7.0
Location
7.3
Service
7.1
Dining
6.0
Guest reviews
6.8/10
based on 20 review
4/5 based on 1469 review
8.1
8.1/10based on 972 review
#16 of 33 hotels in Cambridge based on Tripadvisor
Susan
United Kingdom, June  2024
6.4/10

The hotel is a nice and quiet place that fulfilled our needs, though it could use a little facelift. The staff were helpful and flexible but had some issues with the shower. The location is just out of the city centre, a bit far to walk, and the dining experience was subpar. The facilities were practical and had adequate parking.

Rooms
7.0
The room was nice and quiet, meeting our every need but seemed a bit tired. It didn't bother us too much, though.
Service
8.0
The staff were attentive and generally helpful, but we faced some minor inconveniences during our stay.
Location
6.0
The hotel is just out of the city centre, and a bit far to walk, requiring a bus or taxi. It's on the northern edge of Cambridge, with some noise from people congregating outside.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a disaster with cold and poorly cooked breakfast both mornings.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has practical facilities with adequate parking, but the overall dining experience was the biggest downside.
Bill
United Kingdom, April  2024
6.4/10

The hotel is in a convenient location, just a short walk from the town centre with easy access to nearby bus stops. The rooms are decent, but some issues like noise from staff areas can be bothersome. The service was friendly but could use more experience. The dining experience was a bit chaotic, and breakfast options were not always satisfactory. The facilities are adequate but could use improvements.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms are decent but can be noisy due to staff activities in adjacent areas.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly but seemed inexperienced at times.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located, just a short walk from the town centre with easy access to transport.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit chaotic, and breakfast options were sometimes lacking.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities are adequate but could use some improvements.
Convenient location
Noisy rooms
Paul
United Kingdom, April  2024
7.0/10

The hotel offers a mixed experience with clean and comfortable rooms but lacks in overall quality. Friendly staff but service could be more attentive. Great location close to the city with some drawbacks. Dining is enjoyable but with room for improvement.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms showed signs of neglect with areas of dust, and the junior suite offered little improvement.
Service
7.0
While the staff was friendly, they lacked attentiveness and did not offer help when needed.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently close to Cambridge city, though taxi expenses were a bit high due to the location.
Dining
7.0
The food quality met expectations, but the dining experience lacked the anticipated finesse compared to the rest of the hotel.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities met expectations, but there is room for improvement to elevate the overall guest experience.
Denis
United Kingdom, March  2024
6.8/10

The hotel provides a lovely breakfast at 5.30, the rooms are ample in size, clean, and close together on the ground floor, spotlessly clean, but the towel rail in the bathroom doesn't have a way to turn off, which might cost them a fortune if left on permanently. The service, though seemingly inexperienced, went out of their way to assist us, ordering cabs and being very pleasant, although they were poorly informed about allergy issues. The location, while convenient to bus into central Cambridge and near Riverbar steak house, overlooked a main entrance where people congregated to smoke, allowing noise late at night. The dining experience was excellent even on busy mornings, very slick and efficiently run, with friendly and helpful staff. The facilities were a shambles and sadly cold on Christmas morning.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were ample in size, clean, and close together on the ground floor, spotlessly clean.
Service
7.0
The service was very helpful, although there seemed to be some inexperience and lack of knowledge about allergy issues.
Location
6.0
The location was convenient to reach central Cambridge by bus, near Riverbar steak house, although it overlooked a main entrance where people smoked and could be noisy at night.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent even during busy times, very slick and efficiently run, with helpful and friendly staff.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were a shambles and sadly cold on Christmas morning.
Joe
United Kingdom, February  2024
6.0/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were not up to a 4-star standard and were a bit dark and boring, although they did feature contemporary art. I was also disturbed by late and early arrivals. On the bright side, the service was friendly but had a 30-minute delay due to staff being sick. The location was lovely, though a bit far from the city center. The dining experience, while self-service, was not very appealing with undercooked items and no detailed menu. Overall, the hotel had its perks and pitfalls.

Rooms
5.0
The rooms were not finished to a 4 * hotel standard and were dark and boring but displayed contemporary art.
Service
7.0
The staff were friendly and polite, but there was a delay as some had apparently 'called in sick'.
Location
8.0
The location was lovely but a little out of the city center, requiring a taxi into town.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was self-service and unappetizing, lacking menu details and featuring undercooked items.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel lacked some essential facilities.
Daniel
United Kingdom, January  2024
7.8/10

The hotel was cozy and stylish, offering spacious and extremely comfortable rooms. While the lack of artwork in the room gave it a simple look, the contemporary art on display added a modern touch. The service was gracious and helpful, although there were instances of staff shortages. The location, though peaceful, was a bit far from the downtown area. The dining experience provided a large choice of delicious options but was marred by unexpected pricing. The facilities were well-equipped and convenient.

Rooms
8.0
My room was comfortable, spacious, and pretty well-appointed with a massive bed. The bathroom was good-sized and well-equipped, contributing to a quiet stay once the nearby construction activity settled down in the evening. The lack of artwork or color on the walls gave it a very simple decor.
Service
7.0
The staff came to our table and were gracious and helpful, creating a friendly atmosphere. However, there was a situation where some staff had apparently called in sick, leading to minor disruptions.
Location
7.0
The hotel is tucked away down a quiet lane, offering a good restaurant, comfortable rooms, and very friendly and helpful staff. While it provides easy access to Cambridge, it is a bit far from the downtown area.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was outstanding with a large choice of well-cooked, fresh food. Attention to detail like inquiring about bacon preparation added a personal touch. However, the menu items being priced despite being labeled as free was disappointing.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were convenient and well-equipped to meet my needs during the stay.
Modern rooms
Far from downtown
Jane
United States of America, December  2023
7.4/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The room was large, clean, and comfy, but it was different from what was advertised on the site. The service was attentive and friendly, especially the manager who made our 25th Wedding Anniversary special. The location was convenient for us, allowing us to easily explore the city center. Dining was a bit of a letdown with long waits for breakfast, but the cold buffet dishes were satisfactory. The facilities were okay, but not exceptional.

Rooms
8.0
The room was large, well-appointed, and comfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff were all helpful and friendly, but slightly overworked due to limited reception staff.
Location
9.0
The location was good for our needs and allowed us to walk to the city center easily.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs, with long waits for breakfast but satisfactory buffet options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate but nothing extraordinary.
Convenient Location
Average Facilities
Graham
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.4/10

The hotel is set in a lovely location with convenient parking and picturesque outdoor spaces. The rooms, while offering a bath and a walk-in shower, could use some extra cleaning attention in certain areas. The service would benefit from more training in customer relations to ensure a smoother experience for guests.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms with bath and walk-in shower are comfortable, but in need of cleaning in certain areas.
Service
6.0
The service could be improved with more focus on customer relations and smoother operations.
Location
8.0
The location is very good, with car parking and beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was of an amazing standard, offering delicious food and great service.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are in good condition, but would benefit from some improvements to enhance the guest experience.
Henry
United States of America, December  2023
6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms had some issues, but the lovely feature wallpaper added a nice touch. The maintenance staff seemed to be lost at times. Despite the comfortable bed and the bath and shower combo, there were some bedroom issues. The service was a bit hit or miss, with some staff being super friendly and helpful, while others seemed overstretched. The location was decent, with an easy walk or taxi ride to the city center, but was let down by poor service and cleanliness. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with cooked-to-order dishes ensuring freshness but also some chaos and understaffing. The facilities were sparse. Overall, I had a comfortable stay but felt there were areas that needed improvement.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a mix of positives and negatives, including lovely feature wallpaper. However, there were some issues that affected the overall experience.
Service
6.0
The service varied from extremely helpful and friendly staff to those who seemed overstretched at times.
Location
6.0
The location was decent with easy access to the city center, but there were some issues with poor service and cleanliness that detracted from the overall experience.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its highs and lows, with cooked-to-order dishes ensuring freshness but also facing chaos and understaffing at times.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were on the sparse side, which affected the overall experience.
John
United Kingdom, November  2023
7.2/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were very comfortable and clean, making for a nice and quiet stay near the center. However, the service seemed overwhelmed at times, though the staff was incredibly helpful. The location was excellent, but I had some issues with noise late at night. The dining experience was a bit of a nightmare, with some items poorly prepared. The facilities were good overall.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very comfortable and clean, offering a nice, quiet stay near the center.
Service
7.0
The service was a bit overwhelmed, but the staff was incredibly helpful during my stay.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, near the center and very quiet, but some noise issues at night might bother light sleepers.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience had some issues with poorly prepared items and delays in replenishing supplies.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were overall good and met my basic needs during the stay.
Adrian
United Kingdom, November  2023
5.8/10

The hotel seemed a little tired and in need of a facelift but didn't bother us too much. The service was far from welcoming and felt quite rude initially but improved gradually. The location was not ideal, situated near a busy entrance where noise could be heard. The dining experience was disappointing as it was canceled at short notice. Despite some drawbacks, the facilities were adequate and sufficient for our stay.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms appeared a little tired but were clean and comfortable.
Service
6.0
The service was initially unwelcoming but improved over time. The staff were polite despite system inefficiencies.
Location
5.0
The location near a busy entrance was not ideal but still accessible to the main road.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing due to a sudden cancellation.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate for our needs during the stay.
Troy
United States of America, November  2023
7.2/10

Staying at the hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms were clean and spacious with comfortable beds and good quality bedding, although the towel rail in the bathroom could use improvement. The service was courteous and efficient, but at times seemed overwhelmed. The location was convenient for accessing central Cambridge, with a pleasant walk or bus ride available. The dining options were decent, though a bit chaotic and pricey. The facilities offered were satisfactory, but there were a few areas that felt lacking.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and spacious with a comfortable bed and good quality bedding.
Service
7.0
The service was courteous and efficient, yet at times seemed overwhelmed.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was convenient for accessing central Cambridge and offered a pleasant walk or bus ride.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent but a bit chaotic and expensive.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities were satisfactory; however, some areas felt lacking.
Laurence
United Kingdom, November  2023
6.8/10

The hotel is tucked away down a quiet lane, perfect for walking into Cambridge. The rooms are spacious with many little extras, but lacking a fridge and showing slight shabbiness. The service is friendly but slightly uneven, while the location offers a good restaurant and very friendly staff, yet not ideal for those without a car. The dining experience was a bit disappointing with poorly cooked food, and the facilities are relaxing but not without flaws.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious with many little extras, but lacking a fridge and showing slight shabbiness.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly but slightly uneven.
Location
8.0
The location is tucked away down a quiet lane, perfect for walking into Cambridge, yet not ideal for those without a car.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit disappointing with poorly cooked food.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are relaxing but not without flaws.
Tom
United Kingdom, October  2023
7.2/10

The hotel offers great amenities with fresh milk and coffee bags in the rooms as well as an effective hairdryer. The ample parking is convenient, and it's only a 30-minute walk into town. On the downside, the room I stayed in was very small, and the noise from water pipes kept me awake at night.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were small and the noise from water pipes was disturbing at night.
Service
9.0
The staff, both at reception and in the restaurant, were lovely and helpful. They were friendly and accommodating even during busy times.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for traveling into Cambridge, with nearby attractions like Girton College. The decor seemed a bit tired, but the picturesque terrace and garden were lovely spots to relax.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was mixed with good and bad points. The food quality varied, but the staff were friendly and helpful.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good, with excellent parking and other amenities. However, there were some issues with the dining experience.
Friendly staff
Small rooms
Jacqueline
United Kingdom, September  2023
6.8/10

The room was nice and comfortable, although it was a bit too warm initially, and dealing with the heated towel rail was a hassle. The staff were helpful and quick to assist with any requests. The location was convenient for reaching the center of Cambridge, but noise from outside could be heard late at night. The dining options were average, with some delays in service. Overall, a decent stay for the price paid.

Rooms
7.0
The room was reasonably large and very comfortable, but it was too hot initially and had some issues with temperature control.
Service
8.0
The staff were responsive and helpful in showing us around and attending to our needs.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient, with easy access to the city center by bus, although there was some noise from outside late at night.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was average, with some delays in service and food quality.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory overall.
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