Premier Inn St Neots

The closest major city to St Neots is Cambridge, around 18 miles to the east, which is perfect for a day trip to explore its historic colleges, riverside walks and punting along the River Cam. St Neots is also within reach of Peterborough to the north and Bedford to the south, giving you plenty of nearby destinations to explore during your stay.

Yes, St Neots is within easy reach of London, making it popular for weekend breaks and commuters alike. It’s about 50 miles north of the capital, and trains from St Neots station can get you to London King’s Cross in around 50 minutes. 

Yes, St Neots is a traditional market town in Cambridgeshire, with a long history of trade dating back to medieval times. The town still celebrates this heritage with regular markets in the town centre, where you’ll find everything from fresh produce and flowers to local crafts and gifts.

St Neots is best known for its riverside setting along the Great Ouse and its mix of historic and outdoor attractions. Visitors come for Riverside Park and Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, perfect for spotting wildlife and enjoying scenic walks. The town also has a strong history, with the St Neots Museum sharing local stories and exhibitions. In the past, the area was famous for paper mills and coaching inns, which helped it thrive as a market town.

There’s plenty to keep you busy in St Neots! Start with the St Neots Museum, where you can discover the fascinating history of the town through engaging exhibitions, family activities and seasonal events. For a taste of the great outdoors, head to Paxton Pits Nature Reserve – 78 hectares of lakes, rivers, meadows, reed beds and woodland where you can spot nightingales, cormorants and a wide variety of local wildlife. If you’re feeling creative, Crafty Monkey is perfect for a rainy afternoon, with pottery painting, bear‑building and craft workshops for both kids and adults. You can also enjoy a stroll or picnic along the River Great Ouse, explore Riverside Park for boating and family play areas, or take in a show or event at the St Neots Rowing Club Regatta, which livens up the riverside during the summer months. For history enthusiasts, a short trip out of town will take you to Grafham Water, ideal for cycling, walking and sailing, or to nearby Bushmead Priory, a small but atmospheric 12th‑century monastic site that gives a glimpse into the area’s medieval past.

Yes, St Neots has its own train station on the East Coast Main Line, located just outside the town centre. Trains run frequently to London, Peterborough and other regional hubs, making it an easy spot to reach for work trips and holidaymakers. 

It does. St Neots market takes place in the Market Square and is a great spot to browse stalls for local produce, baked goods and other goodies. Seasonal and specialist markets are also held throughout the year.

The River Great Ouse flows through the heart of St Neots, giving the town its scenic riverside walks, boating spots and wildlife habitats. Many of the town’s best outdoor attractions, like Riverside Park, are set along the river, making it a key feature of any visit.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.