★★★★
Hotel
Cambridge
8.5/10

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

Situated in the centre of Cambridge, with valet parking near the edge of the River Cam, The Varsity Hotel and Spa offers modern rooms, and an impressive rooftop terrace with uninterrupted views. Each room is named after a different Cambridge college, and features an LCD TV, DVD library, free Wi-Fi, and an iPod dock. Most rooms offer monsoon showers and under-floor heating. Some rooms have balconies and views of the college rooftops. Inspired by traditional Cambridge, The Varsity offers guests access to the Glassworks Gym and Spa, with hot tub, steam room, sauna and exercise classes. The hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from Kings College Chapel, Trinity College, and the majority of the Cambridge colleges. The Grand Arcade shopping centre is 10 minutes’ walk away, and there are a number of restaurants, bars and cafes close by.

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)
Breakfast info: Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet
Private parking available

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Kids

Children of any age are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Address

Thompson's Lane, Cambridge, CB5 8AQ, United Kingdom, Cambridge, United Kingdom

Facilities

Private parking Spa and wellness centre Free WiFi Fitness centre Restaurant Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Bar Good breakfast

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a hotel room with two beds and a desk at The Varsity Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

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a bathroom with a walk in shower next to a window at The Varsity Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

a large tub in a bathroom with a window at The Varsity Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

a restaurant with tables and chairs and a large window at The Varsity Hotel & Spa in Cambridge

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Reviews

Ben 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Great

Pros: Service was great - room was great - location was great - breakfast was great - valet parking was great

Cons: Not applicable

Steve 9/10

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Pros: Location was good and the staff were friendly, rooms were spacious and clean, good size telly and comfortable sofa's

Cons: Restaurant was shut for a deep clean, no prior information was given, this may have adjusted my booking, had i known. WIFI couldn't support an evening teams call,, it kept dropping out

Ayten 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Beautiful, romantic, and location was perfect

Pros: We had such a beautiful romantic stay, beautiful hotel, amazing location, great views from six bar on the 6th floor… cocktails were amazing… staff were so friendly, and the jacuzzi had a view of the river. We will defo be back, we had the most memorable weekend here

Cons: Parking was £35 a night

John 10/10

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Pros: Great location Enjoyed free upgrade Tasty breakfast good choices and service

David 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

New York comes to Cambridge

Pros: Everything was done to a very high standard, it was like a very classy and stylish New York hotel relocated to Cambridge. Well done to all! It was a very special weekend break for my wife's birthday, and you helped make it special with such high standards. Thank you!

Clare 8/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Stayed for 1 night for a birthday, was a perfect stay

Pros: The room was very clean and comfortable, they kindly upgraded us to a superior room and it was perfect

Cons: The room was very hot, the bed was quite hard (but these are personal preference) and myself and my partner are vegan and there was no vegan option for breakfast at all

Mark 9/10

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Pros: Valet service , lovely breakfast , very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent views from the breakfast area.

George 9/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Great central location

Pros: Excellent clean hotel. Great breakfast served on the 6th floor with great views. Bar was good and had a good selection of local beer and a gret selection of spirits too.

Ja1234567 8/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Nice hotel, well located, a short walk from the heart of the city by the river.

Pros: We had a nice room street side. It was spacious and comfortable although some of the furniture was a little dated. The bathrrom had a beautiful roll top bath and a small shower cubicle. The reception staff and concierge were great.

Cons: Be aware parking in Cambridge is notoriously difficult. The staff park your car for you which is a great service and they take great care. Be sure to allow them time to get it back. This is not a criticism of the hotel, just something to be aware of.

Louise 10/10

United Kingdom 🇬🇧