Dolphin Hotel St Ives, St Ives (Cambridgeshire) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

London Road, St Ives (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, PE27 5EP

Steps from St Ives Bridge

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Beautiful room
Helpful staff
Lovely view
Comfortable bed
Fantastic breakfast

"Rooms are clean spacious and well maintained."

Venture27516572392 from United Kingdom

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"Car park,river views and only 4 minutes into the town centre .?"

Andrew from United Kingdom

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"The whole room was newly refurbished, everything was brand new, even the bed, bedding, curtains, carpets, towels, wallpaper and bedside lamps and tables and TV, the bathroom with bath and shower all refurbished too."

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Rooms and Suites

The Dolphin Hotel in St Ives features standard and executive rooms. Executive rooms include pillow-top mattresses and USB charging points. All rooms include free WiFi, tea and coffee facilities, and toiletries. Most rooms provide views of 120 acres of meadow land. Bridal Suites also feature views over the meadow land. In each room, there are ironing facilities, heating, a tea/coffee maker, a terrace, garden furniture, WiFi, a sink, free toiletries, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, and carpeted floor. Private bathrooms have bathtubs or showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Rooms supply chocolate for guests. Triple, double, twin, and suite options are available.

Dining at The Dolphin

The Dolphin Hotel has a restaurant serving meals to guests. The 150-seat Waterside Restaurant has views of the River Ouse and 100 acres of meadow land. The hotel features two bars: The Lounge Bar offers a riverside setting, and The Riverside Bar is open in the evening. The hotel offers an extensive range of home-cooked hot and cold food from the buttery in the Waterside Restaurant each lunchtime. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM. Tea, coffee, table water, and snacks are provided on a tab by bar staff. A range of catering options are available.

Leisure and Entertainment

Guests at the Dolphin Hotel can access a fitness center, garden, and terrace. Rafting is available nearby. There is a special DJ event on Friday evenings. Guests can relax in the Lounge or Terrace Bar, make use of coffee tables, sofas, and tub chairs, and take in the views from the terrace and garden. The hotel offers wedding services and a television in a common area.

Location and Transport

Located on the banks of the Great Ouse river in Cambridgeshire, the Dolphin Hotel in St Ives is 30 km from Cambridge and 15.4 mi from the University of Cambridge. Landmarks nearby include Ferry Lagoon (3.5 km), Queen Victoria's Jubilee Memorial (0.5 km), and St Ives World War Memorial (0.5 km). London Stansted Airport is 67 km from the property.

Hotel Services

The Dolphin Hotel St Ives provides free in-room WiFi with speeds of 25+ Mbps. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access and multilingual staff. The hotel has a business center, conference space, and two meeting rooms for events. Guests can mingle at the complimentary reception, held daily. An off-river mooring area is available at the rear of the hotel.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior King Room

2 persons

22 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe King Room

2 persons

24 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard King Room

2 persons

24 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Executive Suite

2 persons

23 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

St Ives (Cambridgeshire) 1.1 km

Airports

Cambridge (CBG) 27.0 km

London Stansted (STN) 65.6 km

Bus

Bus stop400 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Cycling
Darts

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Happy hour

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

London Road, St Ives (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, PE27 5EP

Map view

London Road, St Ives (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, PE27 5EP

City landmarks

Church

All Saints Parish Church

720 m

Landmark

Holt Island Nature Reserve

810 m

Landmark

The Manor

2.3 km

Landmark

St Ives Lakes Fishery

1.1 km

Church

St. James' Church

2.0 km

Landmark

Houghton Mill

3.2 km

Landmark

National Trust

3.2 km

Landmark

RSPB Fen Drayton Lakes

3.2 km

Landmark

Ferry Lagoon

3.6 km

Nature reserve

The Hanson-RSPB Wetland Project Ouse Fen Nature Reserve

3.9 km

Landmark

Far Fen Lake

3.9 km

Landmark

Swavesey Windmill

4.8 km

Farm

Johnsons Farm Old Hurst

6.3 km

Landmark

Island Hall

6.8 km

Nearby

Bridge

St Ives Bridge

120 m

Museum

The Norris Museum

520 m

6-7 The Pavement

Statue of Oliver Cromwell

310 m

The Broadway

Queen Victoria's Jubilee Memorial

400 m

17 Market Hill

St Ives World War Memorial

450 m

Restaurants

Amore

180 m

4 The Quay

The Taproom

180 m

23 Bridge Street

Di Rita's Italian Cuisine

170 m

21 Bridge Street

Cherry Valley Chinese Restaurant

170 m

24 Bridge Street

Montaz Indian & Bangladeshi Cuisine

280 m

9 Merryland

The Golden Lion Hotel Restaurant

330 m

Market Hill

The Nelsons Head

260 m

7 Merryland

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP10 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Former name

dolphin hotel cambridge

Questions of the users

About Dolphin Hotel St Ives

Are there any specific dog-friendly rooms available for booking?

10 January 2024

Yes, well-behaved small dogs are permitted in two selected Executive rooms for an additional fee of £25.00 per night. A £100 refundable deposit is also required at the time of booking.

Is the bar and restaurant currently open for guests?

15 February 2024

The bar and restaurant are operational on Friday and Saturday evenings, and breakfast is available each morning.

Is there public transport available to Cambridge from the vicinity?

20 March 2024

Yes, a guided bus service to Cambridge city center is conveniently located about a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

Can I check if my room has a balcony by providing my booking number?

5 April 2024

Yes, please share your booking number to verify the room details and availability of a balcony.

Do all rooms come with en-suite bathrooms and is early check-in available?

12 May 2024

All rooms feature en-suite bathrooms. Early check-in can be arranged based on availability, typically no earlier than 12:00 PM.

Is breakfast included with the room booking?

30 June 2024

A full English breakfast is offered for guests at the hotel.

Are there any ongoing construction works that might disrupt my stay?

8 July 2024

Currently, there are no disruptive building works. Minor repainting and re-carpeting is in progress, but not during weekends or at disruptive hours.

What are the cancellation options available for bookings?

22 August 2024

There are various cancellation policies available, including options for free cancellation and non-refundable rates, depending on the booking choice.

Are there options for guests who require ground floor accommodation?

16 September 2024

Ground floor rooms are available, but there is no lift. It is advisable to contact reception to ensure ground floor allocation.

Is it possible to enjoy evening meals during my stay at the moment?

1 October 2024

Evening meals are not currently offered, as the restaurant is undergoing refurbishment. Breakfast is the only meal served at this time.

What types of views can be expected from the rooms?

14 November 2024

Rooms often feature stunning views of meadows and the historic 15th-century bridge spanning the river, providing a picturesque setting.

What amenities can visitors expect in the refurbished rooms?

28 December 2024

Executive rooms are fully refurbished with pillow-top mattresses, USB charging points, and modern bathrooms. All rooms include free Wi-Fi and tea and coffee facilities.