The Varsity Hotel & Spa - Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)

The Varsity Hotel & Spa - Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)

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8.6
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The Varsity Hotel & Spa - Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)
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Overview

Offering a barber shop and baggage storage, the 4-star Varsity Hotel & Spa Cambridge is fairly close to The Glassworks Health Club. Located a mere 0.6 km from a convenient place to shop such as Cambridge Market Square, this Cambridge hotel provides 48 rooms.

Location

The property is about 5 km from Cambridge airport and at a moderate distance from such cultural venues as Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. Popular natural sights near the The Varsity Hotel & Spa Cambridge are Jesus Green (450 metres) and The Backs (1.3 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Saint John's Punt Pool, which is approximately 5 minutes' walk away. The Varsity Hotel & Spa is situated merely 1.1 km from Mathematical Bridge, and Drummer Street bus station lies just a 10-minute walk away.

Rooms

In-room facilities include high-speed internet and a TV as well as coffee/tea makers. Some rooms include a private bathroom.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. At Byron Hamburgers guests can enjoy American specialities, while Bella Italia offers Italian cuisine.

A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP15 per person per day. 

Leisure & Business

Take part in activities such as lawn tennis and cycling or relax with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna available on site. A wellness area and a spa lounge is sure to make for an excellent stay.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:30-23:59
until 11 am
Amenities
Private parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 29 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP15 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian
Building
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:48
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
Senior Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Balcony
Senior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

GBP 29 per day

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
  • Tennis
  • 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

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

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

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • City view
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • River view
  • Landscape view

Room features

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • CD player
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Essential information about The Varsity Hotel & Spa

💵 Lowest room price 415 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 1.9 km
🗺️ Location rating 8.6
✈️ Distance to airport 4.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cambridge, CBG

Location

Address
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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
  • Hotels nearby
Park
Jesus Green
410 m
St John's St
St John's College
160 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
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Sidney Sussex College
540 m
Gallery
Kettle's Yard
560 m
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River Bar Steakhouse & Grill
60 m
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Las Iguanas
120 m
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The Roof Terrace
40 m
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Thaikhun Cambridge
80 m
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The Punt Yard
70 m
Restaurant
Cote Brasserie
120 m
Restaurant
Wildwood Restaurant
80 m
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Cafe Rouge Cambridge
160 m
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Prezzo - Cambridge
130 m
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Cambridge Wine Merchants
150 m

Reviews of The Varsity Hotel & Spa

8.6 /10
Great501 reviews
Location8.6
Rooms9.2
Service9.0
Dining8.6
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  • Great
    8.0

    The units were well-appointed with really tasteful decor.

    Paul United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    The units were air conditioned and the staff were amazingly efficient and best people on shift.

    Bob United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    Freshly prepared and complimentary breakfast selection with fabulous views and the a la carte dishes and juices, good priced.

    Vernon United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    Fully equipped and nicely decorated hotel, staff always caring. So many outstanding options for breakfast, such as toast, breads, cereals, and fruit. Very efficient service at all times.

    Steven United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    Exceptional place for a visit to Cambridge with wonderful location in the restaurant is beautiful and very good services. Great to have a rooftop restaurant for evening meals. What a thoroughly enjoyable stay, nothing too much trouble.

    Tom United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.2

    The freshly cooked and free of charge breakfast with toast, bread, cereals, and fruit. The location of this hotel in the heart of Cambridge was unbeatable and particularly good. 10 minutes' walk to the bus stop.

    Darren United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    It has elegant and tasteful rooms with climate control and a big window.

    Willis United States, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    Breakfast was freshly cooked and substantial, we didn't want to leave!

    The food was delightful, especially cereals, toast, breads, and fruit for breakfast.

    Bill United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    The rooms with a balcony, a 4 poster bed, spectacular views, more than adequate and very proactive staff on check-out.

    Randy United States, 
  • Very good
    7.4

    The continental breakfast was free of charge with breathtaking views of Cambridge. The venue was in a very central location adjacent to the river, near to the punting and all the restaurants, both "six" and "The Riverside", and the center.

    Owen United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    Proactive staff team on check-out. Easy enough to find, in the heart of Cambridge. Also - adjacent to the town centre, the town centreThe river side resturant the food and service was fantastic and the river and the main punting areas.

    Gordon United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.2

    Incredible location, 10 minutes' walk to Castle Mound. Very nice restaurant not too far away from the hotel. Comfy bed, brand-new and top-notch room. Freshly cooked breakfast, including toast, bread, cereal, and fruit.

    Uncomfortable area.

    David United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    the hotel was located in the center of the city. thoroughly enjoyed our room that was upgraded to for extra £20 and available with comfy bed, a fantastic roll top bath.

    Andy United States, 
  • Great
    8.2

    The room was high-class and well-maintained with a huge, comfy bed, loved it.

    Paul United States, 
  • Great
    8.0

    Very central location along with freshly prepared breakfasts. Nice variety of toast, fresh bread, cereals and fruit for breakfast.

    Ken United States, 
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