Acorn Guest House

4.0 star property
Travelers find both tranquility and adventure at this welcoming guesthouse, where the garden offers a peaceful retreat and staff help plan local explorations.

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Acorn Guest House provides a genuine retreat in Chesterton, where guests relax in a peaceful garden between outings. The staff proves especially valuable, helping arrange tours and storing luggage without fuss. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected when needed.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Chesterton, a neighborhood in Cambridge, Acorn Guest House is near a train station. Bridge of Sighs and Castle Hill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Coton Country Park and Orwell Clunch Pit. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fenner's or Abbey Stadium. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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154 Chesterton Road, Cambridge, England, CB4 1DA

What's nearby

  • River Cam
    River Cam
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    University of Cambridge
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jesus College Cambridge University.
    Jesus College
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St John's College in Cambridge
    St. John's College
    9 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange
    Cambridge Corn Exchange
    13 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station
    4 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Portland Arms
    8 min walk
  • Thirsty Cambridge
    6 min walk
  • Milton Arms
    12 min walk
  • Fort St. George
    12 min walk
  • The Haymakers
    5 min walk

About this property

Acorn Guest House

  • Upscale guesthouse near University of Cambridge
  • Acorn Guest House provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
    • Luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from March 1 2026 to February 21 2028 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from March 1 2026 to February 28 2027 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
During renovations, the guesthouse will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Frequently asked questions

Is Acorn Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Acorn Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Acorn Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Acorn Guest House located?

Located in Chesterton, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Jesus Green and University of Cambridge. Jesus College and River Cam are also within 15 minutes. Cambridge North Station is 27 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Acorn Guest House Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 286 reviews

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