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8.6 / 10 Guest Rating

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England, CB5 8AQ, Cambridge, GB

The Varsity Hotel & Spa - main view

About the Property

Discover the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation at The Varsity Hotel & Spa, nestled in the heart of Cambridge.

Indulgent Spa Services
Immerse yourself in tranquility at our full-service spa, offering rejuvenating massages, body treatments, and facials tailored to your every need.

Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite dishes at The River Bar and Grill or opt for 24-hour room service. Enjoy our delicious breakfast buffet to kickstart your day with local flavors.

Modern Comforts
Relax in one of our 44 uniquely designed guestrooms featuring tablet computers, Smart TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi, all in close proximity to the historic University of Cambridge.

Experience the charm of Cambridge with us. Book your stay today!

Facilities & Amenities

Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Health or beauty spa nearby
Free bicycles on site
Health club
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Sauna

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Contactless check-out is available.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.6
Excellent118 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the lovely venue and frequently praise the great staff.

Categories

Cleanliness8.8
Service9.3
Location9.3
Room Quality8.8
Amenities8.8
Value for Money7.7
Food and Beverage7.3
Overall Experience8.9

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Alison
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 24, 2025

"Lovely venue and room "

6.0

The rooms are lovely, views amazing and I used to stay here frequently a few years ago, so was an easy go to when visiting Cambridge after being away for several years. My challenge was the level of noise that disturbed me overnight, I am a light sleeper so used to being disturbed, however it was several times during the night and early hours. Usually a small lie in keeps me going however again the noise disturbance prevented that too … I wasn’t asked how my stay was to provide feedback as I checked out … or I would have done and may have just been the room I booked which was beautifully decorated, comfy bed, great temp control and spacious … I should take ear plugs with me and be able to give a glowing report as everything else was great

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Feargal
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Sep 16, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

Very convenient. Helpful staff. Great views.

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James
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 14, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

The hotel is a nice hotel, the staff were very friendly and efficient, it’s a great location for everything in Cambridge. The room was excellent. The food in “Six” was not very good. We ordered 4 different starters, as a snack - Tapas style, however they were all poor, and you could buy better at M&S. sorry, the rest of the stay was very good, the food let it down a bit.

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Verified traveler
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Aug 5, 2025

"Poor service and poky rooms"

2.0

Very expensive and not worth the money. Rooms are small for the price you pay. Rooftop cocktail bar had very unhelpful staff - disappointing that all the cocktails were from premixed bags and you could only order from the limited drinks menu. Took a month for my £50 holding deposit to be returned. Avoid.

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Pranavan
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 13, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Thanks to the team for having us. Great stay with great staff who gave us a complimentary upgrade for our anniversary. Would highly recommend!

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True Refrigeration
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 11, 2025

"Good"

8.0

Good location, premium hotel. Tv not great.

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Julia
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 6, 2025

"Good"

6.0

Not great for the price - no room cleaning for two night stay and breakfast options were lacking. Hotel is tired and a little disappointing

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David
Verified booking
Standard Room
Stayed in Jul 5, 2025

"A bit disappointing "

6.0

A bit disappointing. We have stayed here before and it was much better then. For the amount of money that we spent it could have been better. Communication sub-optimal regarding check out.

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Martin
Verified booking
friends
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 28, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0

Fabulous

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Carrie
Verified booking
partner
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 16, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0

The roof terrace and dining options offer fantastic views that make it hard to beat. The location is a short walk from the city centre.

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