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About the Hotel

20 Downing Street, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB2 3DT
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Close to the historic University City
Great
8.2
8.8
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4.1
4.2
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The 4-star modern Hilton Cambridge City Centre hotel, nestled near the shopping district of Cambridge, offers air-conditioned rooms with Wi-Fi in public areas. Located in parks, the smoke-free hotel is just 5 minutes' stroll from University Museum Of Zoology.

Location

The hotel is located in the centre of Cambridge, only 1.5 km from The River Cam and only a few steps from Cambridge Outdoor Market Square. The Hilton Cambridge is a mere 5 minutes on foot from St Andrew's Street bus stop and merely 500 metres from Christ's Pieces Victorian Park.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Saint John's Punt Pool, which is nearly a 15-minute stroll away. Corpus Clock Handless Timepiece, a well-known local spot, is also a short way from the accommodation.

The Hilton lies only 1.6 km from Cambridge train station.

Rooms

The 196 rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea/coffee making equipment.

Eat & Drink

This Cambridge hotel has a piano bar with a wide range of complimentary drinks. Appetisers and afternoon tea are offered here for all tastes. The neighbourhood features restaurants, including Hotel du Vin & Bistro, which is in close proximity to the Hilton Cambridge.

Leisure & Business

At the property, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a fitness room. Additionally, staying at this hotel, active guests can enjoy a golf club on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the historic King's College Chapel for stunning architecture.
  • Stroll through the Cambridge University Botanic Garden's serene paths.
  • Don't miss lunch at the iconic Fisher's at Quincy for local seafood.
  • Explore the unique shops at Cambridge Market, especially for vintage finds.
  • Take a punt tour on the River Cam for a classic Cambridge experience.
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Hilton Cambridge City Centre offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Guest Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Bathtub
Double Room Two Double Beds
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Heating
Bathtub
Executive Double Room Two Double Beds
2 persons
260 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Heating
Bathtub
Executive Corner King Room View
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Hilton Cambridge City Centre offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Curtains
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Hilton Cambridge City Centre Location

20 Downing Street, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB2 3DT
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20 Downing Street, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB2 3DT
Nearby
Museum
Fitzwilliam Museum
1700 ft
Bridge
Mathematical Bridge
1700 ft
Market
Cambridge Market Square
1300 ft
Museum
Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
1700 ft
Park
Parker's Piece
1900 ft
University
Pembroke College
800 ft
University
University of Cambridge
1800 ft
Museum
Whipple Museum of the History of Science
1700 ft
King's Parade
King's College
1500 ft
University
Emmanuel College
400 ft
Museum
University Museum Of Zoology
400 ft
University
Corpus Christi College
1000 ft
University
Queen's College
1700 ft
Museum
Sedgwick Museum of Geology
100 ft
Shopping Area
Grand Arcade
700 ft
University
St Catharine's College
1500 ft
University
Gonville and Caius College
1700 ft
University
Peterhouse College
1700 ft
Church
Great St Mary's Church
1400 ft
Restaurants
Bull & Bass Restaurant
200 ft
20 Downing Street Cambridge City Hotel
John Lewis Espresso Bar
200 ft
10 Downing Street Grand Arcade
Eds Easy Diner Cambridge
600 ft
44 Grand Arcade St. Andrews Street Unit SU44 Grand Arcade
Varsity
500 ft
35 St. Andrews Street
Wagamama
500 ft
36A St. Andrews Street
All Bar One Cambridge
500 ft
36 St. Andrews Street
Arts Picturehouse
500 ft
Saint Andrew's Street
The Castle Bar
600 ft
The Castle 37 St. Andrews Street
Cafe Milano
800 ft
62 St. Andrews Street
Getting around
City Centre
Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)14 min  ·  3700 ft
Airports
Cambridge Airport (CBG)7 min  ·  2.9 mi
London Stansted Airport (STN)69 min  ·  28.6 mi
Train
Cambridge Train Station18 min  ·  5000 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at GBP 30 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for additional charge.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP20 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Norwegian, Hungarian, Romanian, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Lithuanian, Malay, Tagalog / Filipino
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
196
Former name
Crowne Plaza / Cambridge City Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hilton Cambridge City Centre from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 959 verified reviews
8.1/10
Great
82%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.7/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.7/10
Staff
8.6/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 2340 reviews
8.2/10
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