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The Varsity Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
Travelers revitalize with aromatherapy and deep-tissue massages during the day before enjoying dinner at one of two restaurants within the property

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is ₹13,786
₹16,543 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Double Room (Graduates) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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
Private bathroom
  • 167 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Fellows) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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
Private bathroom
  • 199 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Senior Suite (Fellows) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Senior Suite (Fellows)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Designer toiletries
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Senior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Fellows) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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
Designer toiletries
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Senior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Fellows) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Senior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds (Fellows)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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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

  • Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    University of Cambridge
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The River Cam which includes a bridge and a river or creek
    River Cam
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jesus College Cambridge University.
    Jesus College
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St John's College in Cambridge
    St. John's College
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes
    Cambridge Corn Exchange
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Maypole
    2 min walk
  • Byron's Bear
    2 min walk
  • The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie
    5 min walk
  • Knoops
    6 min walk
  • The Pickerel Inn
    2 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 a Swedish massage, a body scrub and a facial 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)
  • Concierge services, smoke-free property and multilingual staff
  • A banquet hall, tour/ticket information and a lift
  • 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 33 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 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
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 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

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 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.

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 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Varsity Hotel & Spa on 15 Mar 2026 start from ₹13,786, excluding 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, River Cam and The Backs. Jesus Green and Jesus College are just steps away. Cambridge Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Varsity Hotel & Spa Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 494 out of 888 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 888 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 888 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 888 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 888 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Feargal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient. Helpful staff. Great views.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pranavan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to the team for having us. Great stay with great staff who gave us a complimentary upgrade for our anniversary. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roof terrace and dining options offer fantastic views that make it hard to beat. The location is a short walk from the city centre.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Ideal place in Cambridge, really central with incredible views from the terrace with coctails in hand! Really quiet and comfy. Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ollie

Will Stay again

Amazing hotel, great spot for exploring Cambridge on foot. Lovely facilities, Spa and Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for the Half Marathon was super close and the start, great location and the staff were brilliant, especially Dave who was super helpful with the amount of luggage we had!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

True Refrigeration

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Good location, premium hotel. Tv not great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Stay

Staff amazing, early check in and a complimentary room upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff was helpful, great location
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Stay in Cambridge

We booked two rooms for one night at the hotel. The rooms had everything you needed and were very clean and comfortable. The staff are all excellent and extremely helpful. The valet car parking is very easy and worked well. We ate in No 6 and this was very good too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in the centre of Cambridge not far from river and shopping. Brilliant views from the roof top bar and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great couple of nights in a perfect location to explore Cambridge. Staff excellent and nothing was too much trouble. Very quaint and charismatic hotel with good facilities. Spotlessly clean, couldn’t fault it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean hotel. No issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the ease of the valet parking. The lovely staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Lovely venue and room

The rooms are lovely, views amazing and I used to stay here frequently a few years ago, so was an easy go to when visiting Cambridge after being away for several years. My challenge was the level of noise that disturbed me overnight, I am a light sleeper so used to being disturbed, however it was several times during the night and early hours. Usually a small lie in keeps me going however again the noise disturbance prevented that too … I wasn’t asked how my stay was to provide feedback as I checked out … or I would have done and may have just been the room I booked which was beautifully decorated, comfy bed, great temp control and spacious … I should take ear plugs with me and be able to give a glowing report as everything else was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was good, Six restaurant - food great, service great, can’t fault the staff, always helpful and happy! Spa was an external facility next door. Would not use this again as was small and the jacuzzi needed a good clean. Front of desk staff at hotel were very helpful and accommodating and we could not fault the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good - great city centre location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Great staff. Clean friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rosanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property- friendly receptionists - clean rooms. Nothing fancy but happy to stay there!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came to celebrate our anniversary. Booked a senior fellows room and was upgraded to a suite. Arrived early and took advantage of the valet parking while we explored the town. Had a drink on the roof terrace before getting ready to eat out in town. The room was great, service was friendly and attentive, we enjoyed breakfast in Six the next morning. 5 star stay, can't fault anything about the stay, highly recommend and we would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay at The Varsity

I had an excellent stay at The Varsity. Clean and comfortable room with good facilities. Complimentary access to the spa was also nice to have.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was spacious and comfortable, and the staff members were all professional and polite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel, in a great location in the city centre. Parking 12 min walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023