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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
Great
8.5
8.4
/10
4.6
3.9
/5

Located only 1.6 km from The Polar Museum, the 4-star The Varsity Hotel & Spa Cambridge boasts a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Cambridge, including the roomy park "Jesus Green", which is merely 450 metres away.

Location

The centre of Cambridge can be reached in 20 minutes' walk of this hotel, and such cultural venues as the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology are a mere 1.2 km away. The Varsity Hotel & Spa Cambridge is about a 5-minute stroll from St John's Constituent College and not far from the Grand Arcade.

There is the Whipple Museum of the History of Science only 1.3 km away, and Drummer Street bus station is approximately 600 metres from the accommodation.

The hotel is within 25 minutes' walk of Cambridge rail station.

Rooms

The Varsity Hotel & Spa features 44 rooms equipped with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea/coffee making equipment.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy time in the rooftop bar. The Six is just a few steps from the property.

Leisure & Business

You will find a hot tub in the pool area. A wellness centre is sure to make for an excellent stay.

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 Varsity Hotel & Spa 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 Varsity Hotel & Spa offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

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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The Varsity Hotel & Spa 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 (CBG)7 min  ·  2.8 mi
London Stansted (STN)76 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
Wireless 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, Romanian, Polish
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
44

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Varsity Hotel & Spa from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 529 verified reviews
8.5/10
Great
85%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.5/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.5/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 762 reviews
8.5/10
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