Coach House Hotel Melbourn, Melbourn
About the Hotel
The Coach House Hotel, originally known as the Coach and Horses Inn, is a traditional English coaching inn built primarily of local flint. It combines modern comfort with historic charm and includes a picturesque courtyard featuring a renaissance-style fountain. Located just minutes from junction 10 of the M11, it offers easy access to key destinations such as Cambridge and Duxford.
Location
Situated on the A505, the Coach House Hotel is conveniently located for travelers, with easy access to the A10 and A11 highways. It is just 12.5 miles from the University of Cambridge and within a short drive of local attractions like the RSPB Fowlmere Nature Reserve and the Imperial War Museum Duxford. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport.
Rooms
The hotel features 22 newly upgraded ensuite bedrooms designed for guest comfort. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and private bathroom with free toiletries and shower facilities. Some rooms offer views of the garden or inner courtyard, catering to various accommodation needs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy local cuisine at the hotel's traditional English restaurant, which overlooks the charming courtyard. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM. The restaurant provides a welcoming atmosphere for lunch and dinner, allowing guests to savor satisfying meals using local produce.
Leisure & Business
The Coach House Hotel offers a range of amenities including a bar/lounge and complimentary private parking for up to 100 cars. Guests can utilize free wireless internet access and enjoy leisure activities such as fishing in the surrounding waters. The hotel also provides wedding services and access to a playground for families.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers basic rooms that need repair and lack privacy due to the absence of net curtains. The service is friendly but may overlook specific requests. The location is beautiful with great sunset views, though a bit out of the way. The dining experience is decent but with limited options for breakfast.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The lack of net curtains in the rooms was a privacy issue, and the room itself, though equipped with basic amenities, fell short of being deluxe. On the upside, the service was attentive and improving, offering a hospitable atmosphere and assistance when needed. The location was pleasant with beautiful sunset views but was marred by disruptive late-night noise from nearby youths. The dining options were a hit-or-miss, with limited breakfast timings and quality in the restaurant. Overall, some aspects need improvement for a more satisfying stay.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, while clean and spacious, had thin walls that allowed for a lot of noise. The service was friendly and helpful for the wedding I attended, but unfortunately, the housekeeping was lacking. The location was convenient for my family event in Royston, although not particularly welcoming. The dining experience offered tasty meals but lacked some variety. Overall, it was a decent stay with both positives and negatives.