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The Varsity Hotel & Spa

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Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Varsity Hotel & Spa. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, Ayurvedic treatments or a manicure/pedicure at Glassworks & Elemis Spa, the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a health club.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €180
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a wall-mounted picture, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Double Room (Graduates)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a wooden herringbone floor, a large bed with white linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and a patterned wallpaper.

Room, 1 King Bed (Fellows)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a patterned sofa, a herringbone wooden floor, a large window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a painting on the wall.

Senior Suite (Fellows)

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden floor, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

Senior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Fellows)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a wardrobe, a window, and a view of the outside.

Senior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Fellows)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Cambridge, The Varsity Hotel & Spa is in the city centre. Castle Hill and Bridge of Sighs are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mill Road and Grand Arcade Shopping Centre. Scott Polar Research Institute and Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England, CB5 8AQ

What's nearby

  • A wooden bridge over a canal, surrounded by modern and historic buildings.
    University of Cambridge
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A canal with rowboats, a bridge, and historic buildings.
    River Cam
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A historic building with a prominent tower and arched windows.
    Jesus College
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic building with Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and towers.
    St. John's College
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic building with ornate architecture, including a tower with a green dome and a clock.
    Cambridge Corn Exchange
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station
    12 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Portland Arms
    10 min walk
  • Byron's Bear
    2 min walk
  • The Tivoli
    10 min walk
  • Bould Brothers Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Honest Burgers
    9 min walk

About this property

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

  • Luxury upscale hotel in the city centre
  • You can look forward to a rooftop terrace, a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Varsity Hotel & Spa. Indulge in aromatherapy, Ayurvedic treatments and a manicure/pedicure at Glassworks & Elemis Spa, the on-site spa. Make sure that you enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a health club.
  • Other perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and valet parking (surcharge)
    • Massage treatment rooms, coffee/tea in reception and a front desk safe
    • Laundry services, multilingual staff and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/infant beds
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and baths or showers
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with streaming services, digital channels and DVD players
    • Tablet computers, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 39 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 25 for adults and GBP 25 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Roof Terrace
  • SIX Bar & Brasserie
  • The River Bar and Grill

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 614 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Streaming services
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 25 for adults and from GBP 25 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 39.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Is The Varsity Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

As of 25 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Varsity Hotel & Spa on 26 Aug 2026 start from €180, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

Valet parking is available for GBP 39.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Varsity Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Cambridge City Centre, this luxury hotel is steps away from University of Cambridge, River Cam and The Backs. Jesus Green and Jesus College are just steps away. Cambridge Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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