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About the Hotel

Thompson'S Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB5 8AQ
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Close to King's College
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Located only 1.2 km from the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, the 4-star boutique The Varsity Hotel & Spa Cambridge offers amenities such as a shared lounge, a library, and a hair salon. The smoke-free hotel is ideally situated just around the corner from the roomy park "Jesus Green", offering 44 rooms along with a French restaurant.

Location

A picturesque location in the centre of Cambridge gives guests direct access to King's College Chapel, which is merely a 10-minute walk away. The Varsity is approximately 200 metres from Bridge Street bus stop and approximately 200 metres from the Cambridge Hebrew Congregation Synagogue.

Visit Saint John's Punt Pool, about 5 minutes on foot from this Cambridge hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United Kingdom. Midsummer Common is also situated just 1 km away.

The Varsity Hotel & Spa is within 25 minutes' walk of Cambridge rail station.

Rooms

Some rooms include a balcony and a terrace featuring floor heating, individual climate control, and an iron, along with cable channels. They are outfitted with modern decor.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant offers British dishes using the finest ingredients. Drinks are available at the lounge bar. You can get a gastronomic experience at Byron Hamburgers which offers American cuisine just a few steps from The Varsity Cambridge.

Leisure & Business

At the accommodation, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a gym facility. An array of activities is offered in the area, such as lawn tennis and golf. Spa options at the hotel include a health club and a full-service spa along with a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor traditional Cambridge sausages at the Cambridge Market.
  • Visit the stunning King's College Chapel for its architecture.
  • Explore the quiet paths of Grantchester and the riverbank views.
  • Join a guided punting tour for a unique perspective of Cambridge.
  • Check out the Fitzwilliam Museum for exceptional art collections.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
King Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Superior King Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Senior Fellows Twin Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

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

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

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

Room features

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • CD player
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Location

Thompson'S Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB5 8AQ
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Thompson'S Lane, Cambridge (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, CB5 8AQ
Nearby
Park
Jesus Green
1400 ft
St John's St
St John's College
600 ft
Museum
Museum of Cambridge
1900 ft
University
Magdalene College
800 ft
University
Trinity Hall Cambridge
800 ft
University
Gonville and Caius College
1800 ft
University
Sidney Sussex College
1800 ft
Gallery
Kettle's Yard
1900 ft
Restaurants
River Bar Steakhouse & Grill
200 ft
3 Thompsons Lane Quayside
The Roof Terrace
200 ft
24 Thompsons Lane The Varsity Hotel & Spa
Thaikhun Cambridge
300 ft
3-5 Quayside
The Punt Yard
300 ft
6-8 Quayside
Wildwood Restaurant
300 ft
27-28 Bridge Street
Cafe Rouge Cambridge
600 ft
24-26 Bridge Street
Costa Coffee
500 ft
1-2 Market Hill Grand Arcade
Prezzo - Cambridge
500 ft
32 Bridge Street
Cambridge Wine Merchants
500 ft
32 Bridge Street
Getting around
City Centre
Cambridge (Cambridgeshire)23 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
Cambridge Airport (CBG)7 min  ·  2.8 mi
London Stansted Airport (STN)75 min  ·  31.1 mi
Train
Cambridge Train Station28 min  ·  1.4 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:30-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby at GBP 33 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
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
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
44
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