YHA Cambridge - Hostel  

In Petersfield, Cambridge — a stone’s throw from the railway station and about a 15-minute walk to the city centre. Mill Road is 0.2 miles away and the University Botanic Gardens just 0.4 miles. The hostel sits within easy reach of the University of Cambridge, Cambridge University Cricket Ground and is roughly a 15-minute drive from the Imperial War Museum Duxford. A perfect base for a cheap city break or family-friendly stay.

Newly refurbished youth hostel with 32 guestrooms offering dorms and private rooms. Rooms come with carpeting, fresh linens and bathrooms with showers. Expect a relaxed, vintage vibe in the communal areas — the Scholars Bar sports distressed wooden tables and leather chairs. Bike-friendly and ideal for punting and cycling around the old streets.

Terrace and peaceful garden, communal living room, bike storage and a library. Family-friendly playrooms for kids, laundry and luggage storage keep things practical. Staff can arrange grocery deliveries and taxis. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is available throughout the property.

Complimentary wireless internet across the hostel and reliable 24-hour front desk service. Luggage storage and on-request taxi/grocery delivery make short business trips easy.

Scholars Café & Bar serves meals, bar snacks and drinks in a relaxed, vintage setting. There’s also a coffee shop on-site. Full breakfasts are available for a fee (weekdays 7:30–10:30, weekends 7:30–11:00).