Best places to stay in Cambridge
The university city of Cambridge is full of cosy streets, medieval buildings, colleges, museums, a winding river, parks and gardens. The city is compact and can be explored almost entirely on foot. The surrounding areas are mostly countryside villages which currently do not host any tourist-friendly attractions, amenities or accommodations.
Cambridge City Centre
The city centre area has plenty of accommodation, dining and entertainment options, and is home to all the colleges that make up the University of Cambridge. Stay in boutique luxury accommodation at The Gonville Hotel, Cambridge which is at the edge of the Parker’s Piece park and just a short walk from Cambridge University Botanic Garden. You also have the Duke House, an upmarket bed and breakfast in the heart of city centre. The 1860s Victorian house was once home to Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester. If you take a 2-minute walk from Cambridge station, you can look at the Tamburlaine Hotel on Station Road. The rooms are modern with floor to ceiling windows and excellent views of the city and the countryside. For the ultimate luxury, consider the Hotel du Vin & Bistro, Cambridge, on Trumpington Street, right across from the Fitzwilliam Museum.
Cherry Hinton
A suburban area of Cambridge, Cherry Hinton is about 7 kilometres away from the city centre and is well-connected by the public transport network. Stay in comfortable, modern rooms at the Sorrento Hotel on Cherry Hinton Road. Or consider The Abbeyfield Guest House which is just a 5-minute walk from restaurants, cinema, and entertainment at the Cambridge Leisure centre.
If you wish to experience the countryside while staying within a short drive from the city centre, consider the Cambridge Cherry Hinton Club Site. This site is a caravan park with easy access to guided walking tours and cycling paths that allow you to explore the nearby medieval colleges and churches. The nearest pub is just a short stroll from the park site and if you need to stock up on supplies, a supermarket can be found a little further down the road.
Cheap hotels in Cambridge
There are plenty of cheap accommodation options all over Cambridge. At the heart of the city centre on Sydney Street, you have the Sidney Sussex College which offers stylish budget accommodation with the best of old-school concierge facilities and rooms that overlook tranquil lawns. Further away, in the heart of the fenland, you can try the Riverside Inn Guest House built in 1888. Enjoy a combination of classic charm with a modern touch, and beautiful views across riverside. Looking for some true Victorian charm? Book your stay at the Ashley Hotel, made of 2 Victorian houses from the 1900s. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking, and breakfast included in your room tariff. Choose the comfortable family rooms offered by the Queens Head Inn on High Street; a great location, especially if you plan to attend the famous Flying Legends airshow in July.