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The Varsity Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Indoor spa tub
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy
Fitness facility
Senior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Fellows)
The Varsity Hotel & Spa in Cambridge City Centre offers a perfect relaxation retreat with rejuvenating massages at Glassworks & Elemis Spa, free WiFi, and stunning rooftop terrace views. Enjoy two restaurants, a bar, and a health club, all near the University of Cambridge.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Gym
The current price is €177
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Senior Suite (Fellows)

Senior Suite (Fellows)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Senior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Fellows)

Senior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Fellows)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Senior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Fellows)

Senior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Fellows)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (Graduates)

Double Room (Graduates)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Fellows)

Room, 1 King Bed (Fellows)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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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 Whipple Museum of the History of Science are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England, CB5 8AQ

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The River Cam - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jesus College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Trinity College - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Byron's Bear - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Pickerel Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Maypole - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fitzbillies - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bould Brothers Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

Luxury upscale hotel near University of Cambridge
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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 33 per night)

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 19.50 for adults and GBP 19.50 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 19.50 for adults and from GBP 19.50 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 33.00 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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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

Property is also known as

Hotel Varsity
Varsity Cambridge
Varsity Hotel
Varsity Hotel Cambridge
The Varsity Hotel Cambridge
The Varsity Hotel And Spa
The Varsity Hotel & Spa Hotel
The Varsity Hotel & Spa Cambridge
The Varsity Hotel & Spa Hotel Cambridge

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 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Varsity Hotel & Spa on 21 Sept 2025 start from €177.15, 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 33.00 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, The Backs and Jesus Green. Jesus College and Magdalene College are just steps away. Cambridge Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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