Hostel Kirkwood House in Cambridge 

Kirkwood House is a non-smoking establishment.

Breakfast served 8-9amFor breakfast we offer a choice of Traditional English,Vegetarian or Continental.To accompany your breakfast you also receive fruit juice,a selection of cereals,toast jam and marmalade and tea or coffee.

We are located on Chesterton Road which is 5 minutes walk to the beautiful River Cam and a further 5-10 minutes walk to the City Centre, University Colleges and major shopping areas.By walking along the River to the City Centre,you will pass through the beautiful Jesus Green Park,and many pubs and restaurants.You will also see crews of rowers on the river,and,in summer,you will see many people punting.This is a truly pleasant walk.For those wishing to use the bus service,a bus stop is located just 1 minute away.Excellent taxi service also available.The business and science parks are also very close to us.We are also just a very short drive from the infamous Newmarket races,as well as Ely,along with its also infamous Ely Cathederal.For the sports enthusiast,we are very close to the Gog Magog golf course,and within walking distance to swimming pools,tennis courts,sports centres,football grounds and many beautiful parks.

By road Cambridge is well served by local and national road networks. From London or Stansted Airport, the M11 provides the most direct route. From the north the A14 brings traffic from the A1 (M) to the north of Cambridge. The west and east are served by the A14 running from near Birmingham to Felixstowe. It is easiest to join the A14 and turn off at the Milton exit (near the Science Park). Follow the road towards the city centre until you come to a roundabout (about 1 mile from the A14), turn left and then right at the next roundabout. We are just on the left. By train Getting to and from London is straightforward. Direct trains to Liverpool Street and Kings Cross are frequent from Cambridge and take about 1 hour. It is also simple to get to and from Stansted Airport. There are some direct trains from Manchester and Birmingham; these are cross country and can be slow. From the north, you will need to change at Peterborough and probably Ely.

Kirkwood House is renowned for its hospitality, cleanliness and homely atmosphere. Conveniently located near the river, city centre, university colleges and most major business parks.Kirkwood House provides comfortable, pleasant accommodation with a lovely homely atmosphere. All rooms are en- suite and centrally heated. Some rooms situated at the rear of the property.In reception there is a payphone that may be used by all guests. Alongside this is a wide selection of maps, pamphlets and general information on Cambridge. An iron and ironing board are also available on request. Kirkwood House has been awarded 3 stars by VisitBritain and enjoys a continued popularity due to its cleanliness, hospitality, ideal location and overall quality.

Please inform Kirkwood House in advance about your estimated time of arrival. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. Kirkwood House will add an additional cost to all payments made by credit card.