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3-star property · CAMBRIDGE

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

Thompson's Lane, CAMBRIDGE

3 star rating 3-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Gym
Restaurant
Bar
Spa treatments
24-hour reception
About this hotel

The Varsity Hotel & Spa is located on the edge of the picturesque River Cam, with Valet Car Parking. In the heart of Cambridge and just yards from St John's, Trinity and Magdalene College. The Varsity is a boutique hotel with just 48 individual rooms, each room is named after a different college, and features an LCD TV, DVD library, free Wi-Fi, and an iPod dock. Most rooms offer monsoon showers and under-floor heatin…

The Varsity Hotel & Spa is located on the edge of the picturesque River Cam, with Valet Car Parking. In the heart of Cambridge and just yards from St John's, Trinity and Magdalene College. The Varsity is a boutique hotel with just 48 individual rooms, each room is named after a different college, and features an LCD TV, DVD library, free Wi-Fi, and an iPod dock. Most rooms offer monsoon showers and under-floor heating. Some rooms have balconies and views of the college rooftops. The hotel offers an impressive rooftop terrace with uninterrupted views, great for those warm summer nights. The River Bar Steakhouse & Grill is located on the Quayside, with breathtaking views of the river. Inspired by traditional Cambridge, The Varsity offers guests access to the manned onsite Glassworks Gym and Elemis Spa, with hot tub, steam room, sauna and exercise classes. Ideally situated for punting, shopping, sight-seeing and nightlife, The Varsity hotel guests are truly immersed in the culture and charm of Cambridge.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 15:30
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Until 11:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights
Amenities & services

31 facilities across 8 categories.

Facilities
14
  • Clothes dryer
  • Bikes available
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
  • Wi-fi
  • Bellboy service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Gym
  • Car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • 24-hour reception
  • Laundry service
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
Health
7
  • Beauty salon
  • Hairdressing salon
  • Spa treatments
  • Massage
  • Steam bath
  • Solarium
  • Sauna
Catering
3
  • Banquet hall
  • Bar
  • Restaurant (2)
Business
2
  • Meeting room
  • Conference room
Sports
2
  • Fitness
  • Aerobics
Location
1
  • Total number of rooms (44)
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Meals
1
  • Breakfast
Room types at this hotel

5 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Double · King
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Queen
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Standard
Sleeps 1–4
Suite · Queen
Sleeps 1–8
Twn · Standard
Sleeps 1–4
Location

Thompson's Lane, CAMBRIDGE

Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 15:30
  • Check-outUntil 11:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • American Express
  • Visa Electrón
  • Maestro
  • Visa
  • MasterCard

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered

Travelling to United Kingdom? We handle the visa too.

Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your United Kingdom visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at The Varsity Hotel & Spa?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, The Varsity Hotel & Spa accepts American Express, Visa Electrón, Maestro, Visa. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does The Varsity Hotel & Spa offer?

Key amenities at The Varsity Hotel & Spa include Wi-fi, Gym, Restaurant, Bar, Spa treatments. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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