With a thatched roof and white stone walls, The Old Ferry Boat is considered England’s oldest inn. Overlooking the Great Ouse River, the rooms are tastefully furnished and have free Wi-Fi. The hotel is a 30 minute drive from the center of historic and picturesque Cambridge, and Duxford Imperial War Museum. Rooms all include a TV, telephone, stereo, ironing facilities and a private shower room. Some also look out on to the grounds. The spacious, relaxing restaurant serves a range of meals, from traditional favorites to exotic dishes. Guests are offered a tasty full English breakfast every day. The Old Ferry Boat was built in Anglo Saxon times. Historical documents record that liquor was sold here as early as 560 AD but the foundations are thought to be a century older.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The staff were great, room was comfortable. Food was lovely and presented wel.
Sally
Australia Australia
The hotel is in a lovely location by the river and in a picturesque area of thatched houses. The atmosphere and decor of the hotel was perfect. Our room although small was really good with its own ensuite including a bath. Everything was so clean...
Joy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This was a perfect stay and was thoroughly enjoyable. All the staff made us feel very welcome and were very attentive. Our evening meal and breakfast was excellent. Would highly recommend and will return again soon.
Lorraine
United States United States
Beautiful historic property in a lovely waterside setting
Amanda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful old pub. Amazing location. Food very good but no one collected plates when finished. During lunch service. Left outside for ages which encouraged the wasps. Evening was better. Happy to return.
Jay
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellently placed alongside the river Nice bar and restaurant
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
a very old property with great character and charm although i was staying there for work this would be an excellent place to stay for anyone wishing to get out and about in nature the food was very good and the bar was well stocked and the staff...
Anonymous
Canada Canada
The setting, being close to the river despite being flooded.
Maureen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
We have been coming to the old ferry boat Twice a year for 6 years The current manager Jacqui Has made the best improvements by far
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
By the river in a quiet place lovely and clean. Never been anywhere where the staff worked so hard. Constantly on the move whether serving drinks or food. The place was that busy they were having to turn people away so a pre booking is essential

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Old Ferry Boat by Greene King Inns

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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Please note that full payment is taken at time of booking.

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