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The Varsity Hotel & Spa

Thompson's Lane, Cambridge CB5 8AQ, England
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The Varsity Hotel & Spa
Ranked #1 of 35 hotels in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 447 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Roof terrace(32)
  • Car park(26)
  • Very good(22)
  • Friendly and helpful(17)
  • River Cam(16)
  • Ceiling window(15)
  • Full english(11)
  • Nice touch(10)
  • Reception area(9)
  • Rooftop bar(9)
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York, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Very pleasant stay, checked in to a spacious room, with very comfortable bed, spotlessly clean. Went straight to the roof terrace to relax and take in a magnificent view of Cambridge with a cold beer - really special. Used the gym in the afternoon and my girlfriend had a massage both of which were great. Highly recommend Cambridge as a... More

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Colchester, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

We were lucky enough to stay in a penthouse suite, spacious, beautifully furnished with amazing views from the sixth floor. We had a delicious breakfast in our room and we ate in the restaurant in the evening which served great food and had a good atmosphere. We enjoyed drinks on the roof top terrace bar, and at 9.45pm when it... More

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Stuttgart, Germany
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Very friendly staff , lovely room , decoration and art work stylish, comfy bed and large flat screen TV. Unbelievable bar on the roof . No nickle and diming on the extras. Arrived for breakfast 15 minutes after it had finished staff were more than accommodating. Bucks fizz on the menu for breakfast splendid indeed. Did not use the health... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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We stayed in a twin room, my best friend and I wanting a break to relax. The room was nice, spacious, modern, but not spectacular, I've stayed in cheaper places with nicer rooms. We were given a room with a shower only, a choice would have been appreciated. There's no minibar, but tea/coffee making facilities. Beds really were singles, again... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

On a lovely sunny afternoon sipping a Gin & Tonic on the roof terrace with friends with a stunning view! Superb More

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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Excellent service and efficient in delivery.Wonderful views from the Rooftop which I would encourage any guest to peep at.Had a refreshing morning lounging in the jacuzzi,sauna and steam.Could,nt get enough of it.Only grip would be that their should be an alternative to their pork breakfast such as Chicken or turkey sausages or some type of non pork meat available. More

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London, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

We visited with our baby and really enjoyed our stay here, its very central and the location can't be beaten! Walking Distance from all the must-see colleges.  The rooms are comfortable and there are some nice touches like the lounge equipped with board games for children, newspapers and facilities for tea/coffee as well as a DVD library which was good.... More

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London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Thought we would treat ourselves for our wedding anniversary. All the staff really welcoming, my wife booked a last minute facial in the Spa that she loved, while I stayed on the roof garden and enjoyed incredible views over Cambridge - whole ambience up there really relaxing, she joined me a few champagnes later and we then went down to... More

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Milton Keynes
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Great location. Friendly staff and check in. Clean and comfortable. Great breakfast. Good bathroom and shower. Poor view, noisy alleyway, overpriced, too many non-residents walking around inside the hotel. More

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Cambridge
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Me and my girlfriend stayed here for an evening due to a friend's wedding. We arrived in the afternoon and on arrival had a great welcome. All the staff were so friendly, they went out of their way to welcome us and made us feel right at home! The room was lovely and although didn't over look the river cam... More

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Thompson's Lane, Cambridge CB5 8AQ, England
Price range (per night):* INR12,651 - 21,958

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