The Varsity Hotel & Spa - Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)

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The Varsity Hotel & Spa - Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)
Thompson'S Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB5 8AQ·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.3
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Free WiFi9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families16%
Solo11%
Groups8%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.3
Staff9.2
Comfort9.1
Free WiFi9.0
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families16%
Solo11%
Groups8%

4-star city-centre hotel with a rooftop terrace overlooking Cambridge and a full-size Elemis spa

Amenities & Services

The Varsity Hotel & Spa Cambridge offers a rooftop terrace with panoramic views over the city. The hotel provides complimentary bicycle rentals for guests to explore Cambridge. Valet parking is available on-site, removing the stress of city-centre parking.

Guest Rooms

Each room at The Varsity Hotel is named after a different Cambridge college. Rooms include features such as a monsoon shower, underfloor heating, and an LCD TV with a DVD library. Some rooms have balconies offering views of the college rooftops.

Dining

The on-site dining includes the Six restaurant, which serves dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. The Varsity Hotel & Spa also offers bespoke spa day experiences that include lunch or afternoon tea. Guests can book a table at the Six restaurant for dinners with city views.

Wellness & Spa

The hotel gives guests access to the Glassworks Gym and an Elemis spa. The spa facilities include a hot tub, steam room, and sauna. The Varsity Spa Cambridge also provides personal training sessions and spa packages for relaxation.

Location

The Varsity Hotel is situated in central Cambridge, a few minutes' walk from King's College Chapel and Trinity College. The Grand Arcade shopping centre is 10 minutes away on foot. The River Cam and punting stations are within a short stroll from the hotel.

  • Location: Central Cambridge, a 5-min walk from King's College Chapel
  • Rooms: 44 college-named rooms with monsoon showers and underfloor heating
  • Dining: Six restaurant with panoramic views and locally sourced ingredients
  • Wellness: Elemis spa with sauna, steam room, and whirlpool
  • Services: Valet parking and complimentary bicycle rentals
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:30-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 20.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Romanian, Polish
Building
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:44
Price calendar
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Rooms and availability

Senior Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
Senior King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
Superior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shower
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

Massage

Steam room

Spa & wellness centre

Laundry

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • CD player
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Essential information about The Varsity Hotel & Spa

💵 Lowest room price 142 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 4.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cambridge, CBG

Location

Thompson'S Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB5 8AQ
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Thompson'S Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB5 8AQ
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Thompson'S Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB5 8AQ
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Park
Jesus Green
410 m
St John's St
St John's College
160 m
Gallery
Kettle's Yard
560 m
Museum
Museum of Cambridge
560 m
University
Magdalene College
240 m
University
Trinity Hall Cambridge
220 m
University
Gonville and Caius College
530 m
Restaurant
River Bar Steakhouse & Grill
60 m
Restaurant
The Roof Terrace
40 m
Restaurant
Thaikhun Cambridge
80 m
Restaurant
The Punt Yard
70 m
Restaurant
Wildwood Restaurant
80 m
Restaurant
Cafe Rouge Cambridge
160 m
Restaurant
Costa Coffee
150 m
Restaurant
Prezzo - Cambridge
130 m
Restaurant
Cambridge Wine Merchants
150 m

Reviews of The Varsity Hotel & Spa

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FAQ about The Varsity Hotel & Spa

Which popular attractions are located near the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel?
One of the most famous landmarks in the vicinity of the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel is Midsummer Common, placed just 1 km away. Other sights that are worth your while are the late-15th-century Great St Mary's Church (650 m) as well as University of Cambridge (700 m).
Which landmarks are closest to the The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel?
Guests of the The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel can visit Jesus Green (merely 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Kettle's Yard placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Can we park our car at the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa?
Guests of the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa can take advantage of private car parking.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-diner Byron Hamburgers offering American cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the The Varsity Hotel & Spa?
Guests of the The Varsity Hotel & Spa can check in from 15:30 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What are the booking prices at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?
The prices at The Varsity Hotel & Spa start from $211.
What payment methods are accepted in the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel?
Payment methods in the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel include:
  • сash
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
What kinds of rooms does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers such room types as Senior Twin Room, Senior King Suite, and Superior King Room.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel?
Every room at the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel includes high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.
Does the staff at the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel speak any foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel will help you in English, Spanish, and Italian.
Which facilities are provided in the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel?
Top locations of the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa hotel include a restaurant and a luggage room, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.
What spa facilities are provided at the hotel?
Pampering amenities in the hotel include a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a monsoon shower.
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