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Hotel
# The William Cecil Hotel

Stamford, Peterborough, United Kingdom

8.0 ·  Very good 6 reviews ·  #10 #10 of 15 in Peterborough ·  7.8 Location score
## About The William Cecil Hotel

The William Cecil Hotel is a hotel in Stamford, Peterborough, United Kingdom. Guests rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 6 reviews. Facilities include bar, free parking. It is 16 km from the centre of Peterborough. The nearest beach is 390 m away. The nearest airport, East Midlands Airport (EMA), is 61 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 27

- **Floors:** 3

- **Opened:** 1771

- **Last renovated:** 2011

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 7

High Street St Martins [thewilliamcecil.co.uk](http://www.thewilliamcecil.co.uk/)

## How The William Cecil Hotel scores

Better rated than 24% of hotels in Peterborough

-   Guest rating **8.0**
-   Location **7.8**
-   Beach access **9.0**
-   Public transport **9.8**

Peterborough average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Balcony
-   Coffee or tea maker

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **66**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **57**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">390 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Stamford railway station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">180 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">East Midlands Airport (EMA)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">61 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">137 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Peterborough</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">37 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Eleanor Cross430 m
-   Stamford Museum550 m

## The William Cecil Hotel: in detail

At The William Cecil Hotel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hotel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as express check-in or check-out and luggage storage. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A few accommodations at The William Cecil Hotel also include unique design elements like a balcony or terrace. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain rooms, the hotel offers visitors access to bottled water and a coffee or tea maker. In the hotel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at The William Cecil Hotel, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent at hotel's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers.

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## Compare The William Cecil Hotel with nearby hotels

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## Questions about The William Cecil Hotel

### How do guests rate The William Cecil Hotel?

The William Cecil Hotel has a guest rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 6 reviews, which is better than 24% of rated hotels in Peterborough.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at The William Cecil Hotel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does The William Cecil Hotel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at The William Cecil Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is The William Cecil Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, East Midlands Airport (EMA), is 61 km away in a straight line.

### Is The William Cecil Hotel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 390 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does The William Cecil Hotel have?

The William Cecil Hotel has 27 rooms on 3 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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