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🇬🇧 Cambridge, United Kingdom
Turing Locke
📍 47 Eddington Avenue, Cambridge, CB3 1SE
Photo: official website
Your stay — Turing Locke
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Turing Locke, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift and rooms on lower floors may experience more street noise from Eddington Avenue. Avoid rooms near the lift, as its proximity to the street may amplify noise.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the first and second floors may be noisier due to their proximity to the street and the potential for lift noise.
Best views
Rooms on the higher floors (4th and 5th) may offer a better view of the surrounding area, including the nearby Eddington Avenue.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors
🔊 Noise notes
Guests may experience some street noise from Eddington Avenue, particularly on the lower floors. The hotel's location near the university and surrounding streets may also generate some background noise.
Insider tips
1. Arrive early to secure parking, as on-street parking in Cambridge can be challenging. 2. Ask the front desk about the hotel's laundry facilities, which may be available for guests to use.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Turing Locke
Free throughout the hotel; speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
Complimentary PressReader on in-room TVs and in the lobby
14:00-00:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 13:00 (£20 per hour after)
Available 24/7; £5 per item per day
Step-free access; wheelchair accessible entrance and rooms; limited accessible rooms available
On-site parking (£20 per night); nearest public car park is Park & Ride Cambridge (£10 per day); EV charging available (£10 per hour)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: £200 advance deposit + £100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: The Chapel at Churchill College (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Girton College Chapel (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
- Place of worship: Multi-Faith and Reflection Centre (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Church: Chapel (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Veteran Oak Gardens — 208 m · ~3 min walk
Theatre — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Storeys Field Playground — 165 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 118 m · ~1 min walk
Girton Service Station — 864 m · ~11 min walk
Madingley Road Park & Ride — 695 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use high-street banks or Post Office for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Stansted or Heathrow airports.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; mobile pay common; American Express less widely accepted.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fare, leave 10-12% in restaurants if service charge not included, £1-2 per night for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a chain café or market stall costs about £2-£2.50.
A sandwich or soup from a supermarket bakery or market stall costs around £4-£6.
A main course at a pub or casual eatery runs £12-£16.
Midsummer Common hosts regular weekend food markets with stalls offering burgers, falafel, and Asian dishes for £5-£8.
Tesco Express, Co-op, and Sainsbury's Local are the main budget supermarkets in residential streets.
Marks & Spencer and Primark in Cambridge city centre offer reliable affordable clothing.
A single bus ride is about £2-£3; an all-day Stagecoach bus pass costs £4.50-£6. From Stansted, the National Express coach (about £20 return) is cheaper than the train.
Buy a 'Cambridgeshire Plus' day ticket for unlimited bus/train travel in the region. Eat at pub lunch specials (often £8-£10). Visit free attractions like the University Botanic Garden on weekdays when it's quieter.
Good to know — Cambridge
Type G · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Emergency Contacts
CambridgeFor police, fire or ambulance in life-threatening situations, dial 999 or 112 from any phone (including mobiles without credit). For non-urgent police matters, call 101. For health advice that's not an emergency, call NHS 111.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Cambridge, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Turing Locke
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 118 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Cambridge Station/City Centre → The Kendall Hotel vicinity
💡 Excellent for local exploration; buy Day Ranger ticket (£4.50) for unlimited travel; hotel is walkable from city center
London Stansted Airport → Cambridge Coach Station (10 min walk to hotel)
💡 Budget-friendly; book online for discounts; can be slow during peak times
London Stansted Airport → Cambridge Station (5 min walk to hotel)
💡 Most economical option; connect at London Liverpool Street or use direct services; purchase Railcard for discounts
London Stansted Airport → The Kendall Hotel, Cambridge
💡 Book in advance for better rates; journey time varies with traffic on M11 motorway
About Cambridge
Wikipedia ↗
Cambridge ( KAYM-brij) is a city and non-metropolitan district in the county of Cambridgeshire, England. It is the county town of Cambridgeshire and is located on the River Cam, 55 miles (89 km) north of London. As of the 2021 United Kingdom census, the population of the City of Cambridge was 145,7...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Turing Locke?
Request a room on a higher floor (4th or 5th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift and rooms on lower floors may experience more street noise from Eddington Avenue. Avoid rooms near the lift, as its proximity to the street may amplify noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Turing Locke?
Rooms on the first and second floors may be noisier due to their proximity to the street and the potential for lift noise.
Is Turing Locke noisy?
Guests may experience some street noise from Eddington Avenue, particularly on the lower floors. The hotel's location near the university and surrounding streets may also generate some background noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Turing Locke?
Rooms on the higher floors (4th and 5th) may offer a better view of the surrounding area, including the nearby Eddington Avenue.
What are insider tips for staying at Turing Locke?
1. Arrive early to secure parking, as on-street parking in Cambridge can be challenging. 2. Ask the front desk about the hotel's laundry facilities, which may be available for guests to use.
What time is check-in at Turing Locke?
Check-in at Turing Locke is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Turing Locke have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout the hotel; speeds up to 100 Mbps; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Turing Locke?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Turing Locke?
A sandwich or soup from a supermarket bakery or market stall costs around £4-£6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Turing Locke?
A single bus ride is about £2-£3; an all-day Stagecoach bus pass costs £4.50-£6. From Stansted, the National Express coach (about £20 return) is cheaper than the train.
Top Attractions in Cambridge
💡 Go early in the morning before 9am—fewer tourists and the light hits the stonework well. Avoid sunny weekends when punters clog the path.
💡 Go on weekdays before 11am—school groups arrive later. Ask at the info desk for the free spotlights tour (Tues 1pm). Skip the temporary exhibition unless it's your thing—it costs extra.
💡 Continue to The Orchard tea garden for scones—cash only, no card. The path gets muddy after rain, so wear boots. Best from late April to September.
💡 Check the college website for free evensong services at 5:30pm on weekdays—you get in free and hear the choir. Arrive 15 minutes early.
💡 Entry is £8 but free for Cambridge residents with a library card. The best time is May-June when the irises are out. Bring a packed lunch—the café is overpriced.