Just a 10-minute riverside walk from the heart of Cambridge's city centre, this charming guest house offers free WiFi, free parking subject to availability and comfortable accommodation at great-value rates. Lantern House has a convenient location, just a few hundred metres from the River Cam and about a mile (1.6 km) from the city centre. The Grafton Shopping Centre is just a 10-minute walk away. The hotel offers a range of accommodation. En suite bathrooms and rooms with shared bathrooms are both available. All rooms have TVs. While the Lantern does not serve any meals including breakfast, a range of restaurants are found half a kilometre away. Many of Cambridge's famous colleges are just a short walk away and the heart of the city can be easily reached on foot, by crossing one of the beautiful greens. Regular buses are available nearby for those who prefer not to walk.

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Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
6.4
Facilities
6.1
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.4
Value for money
6.6
Location
7.6
Free WiFi
7.0
Low score for Cambridge
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Lantern House

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Thai

House rules

Lantern House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Lantern House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

There is a 24-hour self-check-in facility. Keys can be collected only after 10:30, by prior arrangement.

To comply with restrictions and the law during the National Lockdown period, this guesthouse is open for customers who have to travel for work purposes and other legal exemptions only.

Please inform Lantern House in advance of your expected arrival time to guarantee entry (you can use the Special Requests box when booking), otherwise self check-in will be applied, same as for arrivals after reception closure. For more information please contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Check-out times vary, Monday to Friday check-out time is before 10:30 and for weekends and Bank Holidays the check-out time is before 11:30. Later check-out may incur a charge.

Please be aware that no meals are served at the property but a toaster, microwave, fridge, kettle, cutlery, seating and tables are available.

Please note that the Lantern Guesthouse is closed on Sundays.

Kindly note, guests are not permitted to bring late or overnight visitors to the property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Lantern House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Lantern House

  • The prices at Lantern House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Lantern House is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Room options at Lantern House include:

    • Twin
    • Single
    • Double

  • Lantern House is 0.9 miles from the centre of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Lantern House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):