Ely Guest House - Formally an inn from the 18th /19th century, this family-run, central guest house with Thai restaurant is contemporary in style, and is just 2 minutes' walk from beautiful Ely Cathedral. The station and river are 10 minutes' walk away. Offering comfortable lodge facilities, the friendly guest house has modern, fully furnished rooms with en suite facilities. The 5 guest rooms are uniquely decorated with period furnishings and fine linens. Ely Guest House offers a friendly atmosphere for a quiet drink or a delicious meal, which you can enjoy whilst overlooking the garden and flowers. The BKK Thai restaurant and SP Noodle Bar are attractively designed to provide just the right atmosphere for business lunches or special evening dinner, with seating for more than 60 people. The restaurants are also available for private parties, weddings, receptions, and other special events such as afternoon tea.

No. 56 - This bed and breakfast offers comfortable accommodation at great-value rates, which include a continental breakfast to enjoy in the comfort and privacy of your room. No. 56 offers space, privacy and independence in a relaxed atmosphere. Every evening you will be provided with a selection of cereals, orange juice, milk, crackers, jams, butter, cheese, tea, coffee and water to enjoy the next morning or at your leisure. The modest but comfortable accommodation is ideal for those wishing to explore Cambridge on a budget and en suite rooms are available, as well as rooms with shared bathrooms. Cambridge's vibrant and cosmopolitan Mill Road is just around the corner, so you can sample international cuisine at one of the many restaurants or just enjoy a drink in one of the typically English pubs. The city centre is also easily accessible either on foot or by public transport.

Cherry Lodge - This modern house offers clean, comfortable accommodation at great-value rates in plain, basic rooms with shared bathrooms, ideal for extremely budget-aware guests. Ideal for short stays, this non-smoking house offers modern, warm and comfortable rooms, each with a TV, desk and chair. The rooms are basic, but tastefully furnished in a simple, neutral manner. The rooms are not en suite. There is a shared bathroom in the hallway. Free Wi-Fi wireless internet access is available throughout and there is a shared kitchen where guests can heat food up and help themselves to hot drinks. The great-value rates include a self-service continental buffet breakfast, which is available in the guest kitchen/dining room. In south Cambridge, the house is 3 miles from the heart of the city and there is a bus stop just 100 metres away.

Baileys At Springfields - This award-winning, first-class accommodation is set in an acre of beautiful gardens one mile from the centre of Ely in a very quiet and tranquil location. The bed and breakfast is 15 minutes from Cambridge, 15 minutes from the racing at Newmarket and just one mile from Ely Cathedral. Full English breakfast is freshly cooked to order and served in the elegant dining room. Baileys At Springfields offers free floodlit parking and ground-floor bedrooms with spotless en suite or private bathrooms. The rooms overlook the rear gardens where you can see a variety of garden birds and hundreds of flowering roses in the summer. The bed and breakfast was nominated as one of the top 20 bed and breakfasts in the country by the editors of the 'Which? Good Bed and Breakfast Guide.'

The Old Ferry Boat - With a thatched roof and white stone walls, The Old Ferry Boat is considered England's oldest inn. It overlooks the Great Ouse, and has 7 tasteful en suite rooms. The hotel is 20 minutes from Cambridge, and close to Duxford War Memorial Museum. The spacious, relaxing restaurant serves a range of meals, from traditional favourites to exotic dishes. A full English breakfast is included in the room rate. The Old Ferry Boat was built in Anglo Saxon times. Historical documents record that liquor was sold here as early as 560 AD. The foundations are thought to be a century older.

Iceni House Bed and Breakfast - This family-run establishment is approximately one mile from the centre of the city, providing an ideal base from which to see the many attractions Cambridge has to offer. Situated on a bus route, Iceni House is also a 20-minute walk from the Market Square. The house has always been non-smoking and enjoys a 4-star grading. The rooms are all en suite except for two which share facilities with one another. All are individually decorated to a high standard, with cleanliness being a priority. Each room has all the comforts you would expect.

Hamilton Lodge - Just a mile (1.6 km) from the very heart of Cambridge's historic centre, Hamilton Lodge offers free private parking, free Wi-Fi, tasty breakfasts and charming, homely accommodation. Hamilton Lodge has a great location, within easy reach of all of the city's famous colleges, the shops and the River Cam. A 10-minute walk along the river will take you into the city centre. Most of the comfortable rooms are en suite and rooms with king-size and queen-size beds are available. All of the rooms have TVs, hairdryers, telephones and tea/coffee making facilities. Ground-floor rooms are available when requested at the time of booking. Breakfast is included in the price and guests can choose from a variety of options, including the full traditional cooked English breakfast.

Fenners Hotel - BandB - Centrally located, Fenners Hotel is within walking distance of the city centre and just 300 metres from the train station. A convenient base from which to explore historic Cambridge. All rooms have en suite bathrooms and are equipped with a TV and wireless internet access. Sky TV is also available. The hotel offers a laundry and ironing service for convenience. Full English and continental breakfasts are available on request. Guests have 24-hour access to the hotel.

The Red Lion Hinxton - In a tiny village south of Cambridge, this appealing 16th-century freehouse has an AA Rosette restaurant, an atmospheric bar, and new-build en suite rooms with free internet. The Red Lion is a Grade II listed building with a walled garden overlooked by a dovecote and village church. You will find beamed ceilings, log fires, cask ales and seasonal menus within the bar and restaurant. The Red Lion Hixton is recommended by Alastair Sawday, and is convenient for Cambridge University, Duxford Imperial War Musuem and the M11.

Lindens Guest House - Within minutes of Peterborough's bustling centre, this beautifully preserved 19th century house, boasting many of its original features, is ideally located for the cathedral, theatre and shops. Close to the train station, Lindens Guest House enables you to explore both the city centre and the surroundings, including the university city of Cambridge and the historic cathedral city of Lincoln (both within one hour).