Holiday rentals in Cambridge, the United Kingdom

The beautiful riverside city of Cambridge is well-known for its arts, culture, and rich educational institutions, as well as beautiful countryside. But as far as nightlife goes, it's not to be mistaken for a sleepy city. Cambridge nightlife is supported by a large student body that lives in the area and keeps live music venues, bars, clubs and cafes thriving. The best places for nightlife are in the city centre, and some great apartment-style or B&B holiday rentals in Cambridge can be found nearby. With much of Cambridge’s nightlife within walking distance, you can confidently book at places such as Koala And Tree or Cambridge City Studios and know you’ll be close to the action. Newmarket Road, Regent Street and Downing Street host great nightlife, meaning you won’t go wrong booking at any centrally-based accommodation. Populus House and The Norna are two great, centrally located, highly comfortable choices for students or youngsters that want to pop into Cambridge and enjoy a weekend without worrying too much about their accommodation budget.

Cambridge offers the family a wonderful opportunity to get back to nature and explore the countryside together. Booking holiday rentals in Cambridge for family-oriented fun is easy when looking towards the outskirts of the city, even though all areas are relatively close by car or train. Kendall Lodge is a rustic and comfortable house based in a conservation area, surrounded by nature. It has a kids’ playground and sits alongside a river in Burwell, giving the kids lots to explore. Heaths Shepherd Hut Retreat is another great countryside B&B that has plenty of fun for kids, whilst celebrating nature and only being a 10-minute drive from the city centre. With a host of fun museums for the kids to enjoy, such as Sedgewick’s Museum Of Earth Sciences of the Cambridge Science Museum, accommodation such as The Dales and other private house lettings in the city centre will put you close enough to keep them entertained.

When choosing a self-catering Cambridge holiday rental, you instantly gain more freedom and privacy in your holiday. Explore the area and enjoy dining experiences on a whim, such as Cambridge Market Square, which sells gourmet foods as well as other souvenirs from the region, along with some of the famous restaurants based near Trinity College. If you are concerned about comfort, you can find accommodation that shares the same level of luxury as hotels. Consider looking at venues such as the Cambridge Belfry, which has a wellness centre, spa and pool or the centrally based chic Midsummer Mews for slick décor and classy interiors. Koala And Tree also offers some high-class interiors with all the amenities you could wish for while keeping you in the heart of Cambridge. A&B Guesthouse offers a sophisticated stay, which is great for couples that enjoy the finer things in life but don’t want to break the bank.

Those choosing holiday rental apartments in Cambridge typically book for at least 2 nights.

On average, holiday apartments in Cambridge typically cost around £145 per night. Search to see the apartments that we have in Cambridge and the prices for your selected dates.

Holiday apartments in Cambridge are often cheapest in March - rental prices can be around 46% lower than the average during this period.

The number of operators available for hotels in Cambridge is 1,079 as of March 2025.

Prices for hotels in Cambridge refresh daily.