# Hotel Alacer > Country house hotel and spa near Cambridge, with The Swift Restaurant. Alacer House, Anderson Road, Cambridge CB24 4UQ. Tel 01954 269398, info@alacer.co.uk. ## Pages - [Home](/): rooms, spa, dining, events and gift vouchers - [Menus](/menus.html): tasting menus, afternoon tea, Sunday lunch, spa lunch, children's menu - [Your visit & FAQs](/faqs.html): directions, parking, check-in, dining, spa and booking policies ## Book - Rooms: /onlinebookings_2026Theme/HotelBooking - Spa days: /webbookings_2026Theme/spaleisureBooking/spabookingpage - Treatments: /webbookings_2026Theme/LeisureTreatmentBooking/LeisureTreatmentBookingPage - Classes: /webbookings_2026Theme/ClassBooking/ClassBookingPage - Restaurant tables: https://bookings.alacer.cloud/demo/restaurant - Food to go: https://bookings.alacer.cloud/demo/takeaway - Events and tickets: /onlinebookings_2026Theme/TicketBooking - Gift vouchers: /onlinebookings_2026Theme/VoucherBooking/VoucherBookingPage ## Menus ### Dinner Tasting Menu Seven courses, £95 per person. Wine pairing £70. Wednesday to Saturday evenings from 6.30pm, last table 8.45pm. Included with the Dinner, Bed & Breakfast rate. - Seven courses: Snacks (Cambridgeshire beetroot, horseradish, rye · Gougère, Baron Bigod · Smoked eel, potato, chive); Orkney scallop (Hand-dived scallop, celeriac, Bramley apple, brown butter); Jerusalem artichoke (Roasted and raw artichoke, hazelnut, aged Old Winchester, black truffle); Cornish cod (Cod cooked over embers, mussels, leeks, saffron); Fallow venison (Loin of venison, red cabbage, blackberry, celeriac, venison sauce); Apple & buttermilk (Bramley apple, cider granita, buttermilk); Dark chocolate (Dark chocolate, damson, malted barley ice cream) ### Lunch Tasting Menu Five courses, £65 per person. Wine pairing £45. Thursday to Sunday from 12pm, last table 1.45pm. - Five courses: Snacks (Cambridgeshire beetroot, horseradish, rye · Gougère, Baron Bigod); Chalk stream trout (Lightly cured trout, cucumber, dill, buttermilk); Jerusalem artichoke (Roasted and raw artichoke, hazelnut, aged Old Winchester); Suffolk pork (Pork belly and crackling, apple, cavolo nero, cider sauce); Dark chocolate (Dark chocolate, damson, malted barley ice cream) ### Champagne Afternoon Tea £45 per person with a glass of Champagne; £35 without; children £18. Daily 2pm to 4.30pm. - Sandwiches: Coronation chicken (Brioche finger, mango, coriander); Smoked salmon (Dill cream cheese, cucumber, rye); Hen’s egg & cress (v) (Soft white bread); Ham & mustard (Honey-roast ham, grain mustard butter) - Scones: Plain & fruit scones (v) (Clotted cream, strawberry jam) - Cakes & pastries: Lemon & thyme tart (v); Chocolate & hazelnut éclair (v); Raspberry Victoria sponge (v); Apple & blackberry financier (v) ### Sunday Lunch Two courses £39, three courses £46. Sundays 12pm to 3pm. - Starters: Celeriac & apple soup (v) (Toasted seeds, sourdough); Chicken liver parfait (Damson chutney, brioche); Beetroot-cured trout (gf) (Cucumber, dill, crème fraîche) - Desserts: Sticky toffee pudding (v) (Toffee sauce, vanilla ice cream); Apple & blackberry crumble (v) (Custard); Cheeses from the trolley (Chutney, crackers, celery) - Roasts: Roast sirloin of beef (Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy); Roast free-range chicken (gf) (Bread sauce, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy); Roast loin of pork (Crackling, apple sauce, roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables); Squash, chestnut & sage Wellington (vg) (Roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, onion gravy) ### Spa Lunch Two courses in the Garden Café, included with spa days that include lunch, otherwise £28. - To start: Soup of the day (v) (With sourdough); Superfood salad (vg)(gf) (Quinoa, roasted squash, pomegranate, seeds; add chicken or salmon) - Main: Grilled sea bass (gf) (Crushed new potatoes, greens, salsa verde); Chicken Caesar (Baby gem, anchovy, parmesan, croutons); Wild mushroom risotto (v) (Parmesan, truffle oil) - Something sweet: Fruit salad (vg)(gf) (With mint and lime); Dark chocolate pot (v) (Shortbread) ### Little Swifts children's menu £15 for a main and pudding, under-12s. - Little Swifts · mains: Fish & chips (Peas or beans); Chicken goujons (Chips or mash, peas); Tomato pasta (v) (Parmesan); Small roast (Sundays) (With all the trimmings) - Little Swifts · puddings: Ice cream (v) (Two scoops: vanilla, chocolate or strawberry); Brownie (v) (With vanilla ice cream) ## Frequently asked questions ### Getting here Q: What is the address and postcode for sat nav? A: Hotel Alacer, Alacer House, Anderson Road, Cambridge CB24 4UQ. Use the postcode CB24 4UQ for sat nav; it brings you to the main gates on Anderson Road. Q: How do I get there by car? A: Leave the A14 at junction 28 (signed Swavesey) and follow the brown Hotel Alacer signs; we are about two minutes from the junction. From central Cambridge allow 20–25 minutes, from London about 1 hour 30 minutes via the M11 and A14. Q: What is the nearest railway station? A: Cambridge North (about 8 miles, 15 minutes by taxi) and Cambridge (about 10 miles, 25 minutes). Trains from London King’s Cross and Liverpool Street take under an hour. Reception can book a taxi to meet your train, or we can arrange a hotel car for £35 each way. Q: Can I get there by bus? A: Yes. The Guided Busway (route A) runs between Cambridge and St Ives every 10–20 minutes and stops at Swavesey, a 15-minute walk or 3-minute taxi from the hotel. Q: Which airports are closest? A: London Stansted is about 40 miles (45 minutes by car). London Luton is about 45 miles and Heathrow about 90 miles. We are happy to arrange a car to meet you. Q: Is there a helipad? A: Helicopters can land on the east lawn by prior arrangement. Please contact us at least 48 hours ahead with your operator’s details. ### Parking & electric vehicles Q: Is there parking, and does it cost anything? A: Yes, we have a free car park for around 80 cars beside the house, open to hotel guests, spa guests, diners and event guests. You don’t need to book a space. Q: Are there electric vehicle chargers? A: Yes, there are four 22 kW Type 2 chargers in the car park, charged at 45p per kWh through the app on the charger. Bring your own cable. Hotel guests can reserve a charger at reception on arrival. Q: Is there accessible parking? A: Six Blue Badge spaces are next to the main entrance, with level access into the house. Q: Can I park a coach, minibus or motorhome? A: Minibuses fit in the main car park. Coaches and motorhomes can be accommodated by arrangement; please call ahead. Overnight motorhome stays aren’t permitted. Q: Do you offer valet parking? A: Valet parking is complimentary on Friday and Saturday evenings and for events. Just leave your keys with the team at the front door. ### Staying with us Q: What time are check-in and check-out? A: Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 11am . Early check-in from 12pm and late check-out until 1pm are often possible; ask us in advance. Late check-out is £30 unless your rate includes it. We are happy to store luggage before and after your stay, and you can use the spa on your day of arrival from 1pm. Q: Is breakfast included? A: Breakfast is included with our Bed & Breakfast and Dinner, Bed & Breakfast rates; otherwise it is £25 per adult and £12 per child. It is served in The Swift from 7am to 10am on weekdays and 8am to 10.30am at weekends. Q: What does the Dinner, Bed & Breakfast rate include? A: Your room, full breakfast, and the seven-course Dinner Tasting Menu in The Swift Restaurant for each guest, on each night of your stay. Drinks and the wine pairing are extra. We’ll book your dinner time when you reserve; you can change it any time before arrival. Q: Is there Wi-Fi? A: Yes, free fast Wi-Fi throughout the house, the rooms, the spa and the gardens. Connect to HotelAlacer-Guest; no password is needed. Q: Are children welcome? A: Yes. Cots and high chairs are free, and extra beds for children under 12 are £30 a night in our larger rooms and suites. Children have their own Little Swifts menu . The spa is for over-16s, apart from family swim times (see below). Q: Can I bring my dog or other pets? A: We’re sorry, but we can’t accept pets at Hotel Alacer. Assistance dogs are always welcome throughout the hotel, restaurant and spa. Q: Do you have accessible rooms? A: Yes. We have two fully accessible ground-floor rooms with wet rooms, and a lift to all floors of the house. The restaurant, bar and spa have step-free access, and the pool has a hoist. Please tell us about any needs when you book. Q: Is the hotel non-smoking? A: Yes, the whole building is non-smoking, including e-cigarettes. There is a covered smoking area by the car park. ### Dining Q: When is The Swift Restaurant open? A: Dinner Tasting Menu : Wednesday to Saturday, from 6.30pm (last table 8.45pm); Lunch Tasting Menu : Thursday to Sunday, from 12pm (last table 1.45pm); Sunday Lunch : Sundays 12pm to 3pm; Champagne Afternoon Tea : daily 2pm to 4.30pm in the drawing room; The bar serves light meals daily from 12pm to 9pm.; On Sunday to Tuesday evenings, hotel guests on Dinner, Bed & Breakfast enjoy a three-course dinner from the bar menu instead. Q: How much is the tasting menu? A: The seven-course Dinner Tasting Menu is £95 per person (wine pairing £70) and the five-course Lunch Tasting Menu is £65 (wine pairing £45). Champagne Afternoon Tea is £45. Q: Can you cater for allergies and dietary needs? A: Yes. A vegetarian tasting menu is always available, and with notice we can cook vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and most allergy-safe menus. Please tell us when you book, ideally 48 hours ahead. Q: Is there a dress code? A: Smart casual. There’s no need for a jacket or tie; we’d just ask that sportswear isn’t worn in the restaurant in the evening. Q: Can I book for a large group or private dining? A: We take tables for up to 8 online. For 9 or more, or for the Library private dining room (up to 14 guests), please call us on 01954 269398. Q: Do I need to pay a deposit for a table? A: Tasting menu bookings need a card to secure the table. You can cancel or change free of charge up to 48 hours beforehand; after that, or if you don’t arrive, we charge £50 per person for dinner and £30 per person for lunch. Q: Can I celebrate a special occasion? A: Of course. Tell us when you book and we can arrange a celebration cake (from £30), flowers or Champagne on the table. ### The spa Q: What are the spa opening hours? A: The spa is open daily from 7am to 9pm. Spa days run from 9.30am to 6pm, and Twilight Spa from 5pm to 9pm. Hotel guests can use the pool, thermal suite and gym free of charge during their stay. Q: Is there a minimum age for the spa? A: The spa and treatments are for guests aged 16 and over. Children can swim with an adult during family swim times: 9am to 11am at weekends and during school holidays. Q: What should I bring for a spa day? A: Just your swimwear. We provide a robe, towels and slippers, and toiletries and hairdryers are in the changing rooms. Please arrive 30 minutes before your first treatment to check in and complete a short health form. Q: Can I have a treatment while pregnant? A: Yes, after your first trimester; we have dedicated pregnancy massages and facials. Please let us know when you book. Q: What is your spa cancellation policy? A: Spa days and treatments can be changed or cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours before. After that the full price is charged. ### Bookings, gift vouchers & events Q: What is the cancellation policy for rooms? A: On our flexible rates you can cancel free of charge up to 48 hours before arrival; after that the first night is charged. Advance purchase rates are non-refundable but can be changed for a fee. The terms of your rate are shown before you book and on your confirmation. Q: How do I use a gift voucher? A: Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months. Experience vouchers (a spa day, afternoon tea, dinner or a stay) can be booked online or by phone by quoting the voucher code; monetary vouchers can be spent on anything at the hotel. Please mention your voucher when you book. Q: Can I change or refund event tickets? A: Event tickets aren’t refundable, but you can pass them to someone else; just let us know their name. If we have to cancel an event we will refund you in full. Q: How do I contact you? A: Call 01954 269398 (reception is staffed 24 hours; reservations 9am to 6pm daily) or email info@alacer.co.uk .