The Varsity Hotel & Spa  

On the edge of the River Cam in the heart of Cambridge, a boutique hotel just yards from St John's, Trinity and Magdalene colleges. Walk to the University, Jesus Green and riverside sights. Perfect for punting, shopping, sightseeing and city nightlife, with valet parking available for guests.

Small and stylish — roughly 44–48 individually named rooms inspired by the colleges. Rooms feature tablets or LCD TVs, DVD players and iPod docks. Expect monsoon showers and under-floor heating in many rooms, and some rooms boast balconies or skyline views of college rooftops. The hotel also offers a rooftop terrace with uninterrupted city and river views and a full-service spa and gym onsite.

Wake up to riverside mornings and unwind in a hot tub, steam room or sauna after punting. Fitness classes and a staffed gym keep you moving. Sip drinks on the panoramic roof terrace or enjoy concierge and valet parking services. Laundry, dry cleaning and 24-hour front desk services are available.

Compact conference and meeting space (about 614 sq ft / 57 sq m) for small events. Complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi throughout the property and concierge services make work travel easy.

Two on-site dining options include a riverside steakhouse and a panoramic bar & restaurant for rooftop drinks and afternoon tea. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00–10:00 and weekends from 8:00–10:00 (fee applies). Room service runs 24 hours, and menus feature local, seasonal British dishes and regional flavors.