On the High Street (main shopping street) in the center of Newmarket, this 17th-century former traveler's inn provides easy access to the famous horse racing tracks and the National Horseracing Museum, a 2-minute walk from the property. The hotel features character and charm with many original period features, as well as modern facilities, including a private parking lot for guests. The Rutland Arms Hotel features the Nell Gwynn bar, where guests can enjoy coffee during the day or a game of pool in the evening, and the award-winning Carriages Wine Bar and Restaurant. The classically decorated rooms have some original period features, private bathrooms, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee-making facilities. With excellent road access to the historic city of Cambridge, 14 miles away, and the stunning cathedral at Ely, 13 miles away, a stay at the Rutland Arms can provide a glimpse of England's heritage.