YHA Cambridge
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 4-star97 Tenison Road, Cambridge, United KingdomShow on map
8.2 · Very good2,208 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.5 out of 10, at 97 Tenison Road.
Central Location and Convenience Located just a 5-minute walk from Cambridge Railway Station, YHA Cambridge Hostel offers easy access to the historical center and Cambridge University Colleges within a 15-minute walk.
Comfortable Accommodation Refurbished in 2014, the hostel provides dormitory bedrooms with shared or en-suite bathrooms, most equipped with bunk beds. WiFi is available in public areas for your convenience.
Dining and Leisure Options Enjoy hearty meals and snacks at the licensed café-bar, grab a drink at the YHA bar, or utilize the kitchen for self-catering. Explore nearby attractions like the Grand Arcade Shopping Centre and University Botanic Garden.
Book your stay at YHA Cambridge for a memorable and convenient experience in this historic city.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 2,208 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.5
- Service9.0
- Location8.5
- Rooms7.5
- Amenities8.0
- Value8.0
- Food & drink8.5
Guests mention
Friendly staffConvenient locationComplimentary beverages
DavidCzech RepublicReally good breakfast!!
GrahamUnited KingdomExcellent value and highly recmmended : we'd stay there again
Staff excellent. Very friendly and helpful and dropped everything to sort out a glitch with our room's electricity supply.
Full English breakfast was not overly hot, but good value and satisfying, with unlimited toast,…
RichardUnited Kingdomtrip to Cambridge
Room was clean beds were ok great stay for the money would stay again
LoisUnited KingdomGreat location, close to the train station. 25 minutes walk into the centre of Cambridge. Excellent value for money.
KjærboUnited KingdomThe atmosphere of the common areas as well as the service of the employees were amazing.
As a taller and broader man, showers were literally too small to fit in. The light timer in the bathrooms was way too quick and…
Altaf BaigIndiaThe accommodation is at walking distance from Cambridge Parkside, Railway station etc. The market places are nearby like Poundland.
When compared to my last visit, I observed that there is a need for slight maintenance.
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.
Where you’ll be
97 Tenison Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 8.5 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
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.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
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.
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Please note that this property does not accept group bookings for 16 people or more. Stays exceeding 14 consecutive nights at this property will not be allowed. Please note that all adult guests need to provide a valid ID with a matching name and address at check-in. Please note discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or Hosteling International as part of this booking. Towels are not included in the rate. Guests can rent them at the property for an additional charge or bring their own. Please contact the property to confirm the availability of accessible rooms before booking.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about YHA Cambridge
What time is check-in and check-out at YHA Cambridge?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does YHA Cambridge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does YHA Cambridge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does YHA Cambridge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
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.
Can I check in late at YHA Cambridge?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 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.
How do I book YHA Cambridge?
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.
Where is YHA Cambridge?
97 Tenison Road, Cambridge.
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