Hotel, 4-star24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England, CB5 8AQ, Cambridge, United KingdomShow on map
Guests rate it highest for location, service and cleanliness.
8.6118ReviewsLuxurious Spa Services Indulge in massages, body treatments, and facials at our full-service spa for the ultimate relaxation experience. Unwind in the health club, spa tub, or sauna, offering a variety of recreational activities for your pleasure.
Gourmet Dining and Bar Satisfy your taste buds with delectable dishes at The River Bar and Grill, one of our two exceptional restaurants. Enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge or opt for 24-hour room service for convenience. Don't miss out on our buffet breakfast to kickstart your day!
Elegant Rooms and Prime Location Experience luxury in our individually decorated guestrooms equipped with modern amenities like tablet computers and DVD players. With a prime central location in Cambridge, just minutes away from iconic landmarks like the University of Cambridge, your stay at The Varsity Hotel & Spa promises both comfort and convenience.
8.6
Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 118 guests who stayed here.
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…
Very convenient. Helpful staff. Great views.
The hotel is a nice hotel, the staff were very friendly and efficient, it’s a great location for everything in Cambridge. The room was excellent.
The food in “Six” was not very good. We ordered 4 different starters, as a…
Very expensive and not worth the money. Rooms are small for the price you pay. Rooftop cocktail bar had very unhelpful staff - disappointing that all the cocktails were from premixed bags and you could only order from…
Thanks to the team for having us. Great stay with great staff who gave us a complimentary upgrade for our anniversary. Would highly recommend!
Good location, premium hotel. Tv not great.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England, CB5 8AQ, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
Check-in from 3:30 PM until anytime
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
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.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available
General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
General. Staff wears personal protective equipment
General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant
General. Social distancing measures are in place
General. Professional property host/manager
Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
General. Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Pets. Service animals are allowed
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Contactless check-out is available. A deposit may be required at the property.
Check-in is from 3:30 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:30 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England, CB5 8AQ, Cambridge.
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