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The Varsity Hotel & Spa

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Terrace/patio
Indoor spa tub
Indoor spa tub
Double Room (Graduates) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Room, 1 King Bed (Fellows) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Overview of The Varsity Hotel & Spa

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property

8.6/10 Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
Map
24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England, CB5 8AQ

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationCastle Hill8 min walk
  • Popular LocationBridge of Sighs12 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe River Cam12 min walk
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)40 min drive

Room options

About this area

Cambridge

Located in Cambridge, The Varsity Hotel & Spa is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coton Country Park and Jesus Green, while Cambridge & County Folk Museum and ADC Theatre are cultural highlights. Cambridge Hebrew Congregation Synagogue and Christ's Fellows' Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including outlet shopping and golfing.

What's nearby

  • Jesus College - 2 min walk
  • Castle Hill - 8 min walk
  • Bridge of Sighs - 12 min walk
  • The River Cam - 12 min walk
  • Wren Library - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Waterbeach Station - 11 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bould Brothers Coffee - 3 min walk
  • Byron - 3 min walk
  • The Ivy Cambridge Brasserie - 5 min walk
  • Crepeaffaire - 3 min walk
  • Bill's Cambridge Restaurant - 6 min walk

About this property

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

4-star luxury hotel located in Cambridge City Centre
Consider a stay at The Varsity Hotel & Spa and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, Ayurvedic treatments, and a deep-tissue massage at Glassworks & Elemis Spa, the onsite spa. Enjoy a meal at the two onsite 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 bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Multilingual staff, an elevator, and laundry services
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 44 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and tubs or showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Tablet computers, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Languages

English, French, Hungarian, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (GBP 25 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 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
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3:30 PM - anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Valet parking fee: GBP 25.00 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
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 Mar 23, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Varsity Hotel & Spa on Mar 26, 2023 start from $160.92, 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 25.00 per night.

What time is check-in at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

Check-in is from 3:30 PM - anytime.

What time is check-out at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Varsity Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Cambridge City Centre, this luxury hotel is steps from University of Cambridge, Pepys Library, and The Backs. Jesus Green and Cambridge Hebrew Congregation Synagogue are also within 5 minutes. Cambridge Station is 29 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free at The Varsity Hotel & Spa and receive a full refund?

Yes, The Varsity Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to The Varsity Hotel & Spa cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 691 reviews" "
" "10 - Excellent 54%
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 691 reviews" "
" "8 - Good 30%
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 691 reviews" "
" "6 - Okay 11%
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 691 reviews" "
" "4 - Poor 4%
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 691 reviews" "
" "2 - Terrible 1%

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.1/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with lovely Furniture. Helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

8/10 Good

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top quality hotel in every respect
A great stay stay at this excellent hotel. The customer service is absolutely outstanding - every member of staff was a credit to the hotel. The room was spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Breakfast was excellent. A top quality hotel. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Revisit!!
Will definitely be re visiting one night was not enough
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Leonard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. The room itself was good but the fixed shower head was rather high which allowed shower water to go over the shower screen. We informed the staff os this as an observation but it in no way spoiled our stay.

General hotel information

Highly Rated Amenities
Spacious Rooms
Star Rating
4
Nearest Airport
London (STN-Stansted)
Address
24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England