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About this property

Overlooking the famous Parker's Piece, this 4-star Gonville Hotel is a 5-minute walk from the historic centre of Cambridge. Refurbished to a high standard, the hotel offers free high-speed WiFi and on site parking at an additional fee. Free bike hire is available at this property. The spacious bedrooms each have an QR codes installed with a valet system, so that guests can make any service request or room service order at the touch of a button. Other facilities in each room include a flat-screen TV and air conditioning. All rooms feature a work desk and a cosy seating area, and each has a private contemporary bathroom with a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy fresh British cuisine and locally sourced produce in the Terrace Restaurant. A continental as well as freshly cooked to order breakfast are served, alongside afternoon teas, lunches, bar snacks and evening sumptuous dinners. Just a 10-minute walk from the famous Cambridge University Colleges, Gonville Hotel is a 15-minute walk from Cambridge Rail Station. The Grand Arcade shopping centre is half a mile away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Classic British Hotels
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Property highlights

    • Situated in the real heart of Cambridge, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

    • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

    • Private parking at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful hotel, very attentive and thoughtful staff. Stayed with a bride to be and the hotel put a complimentary bottle of wine which was a lovely touch. Definitely recommend the guided tour in a Bentley! Also had massages which were excellent,...
  • Caroline
    Belgium Belgium
    Delicious jazz music as we entered, amazing vintage cars belonging to the hotel parked outside and delightful decor. Helpful and friendly staff. There are jazz concerts every Friday and Saturday evening in the hotel. You can also book...
  • Crystal
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely well decorated hotel in a great location, with a car park (paid)
  • Donnarae
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room GH1 was lovely. It was a more expensive room. It was nice to be left a treat in our room. Dinner was delicious. Drink selection was excellent
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good location to explore the city centre. Recommend the complimentary tour in one of the Bentleys - don't forget to book!
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a superior room overlooking the garden. It was beautifully decorated with a large, comfortable bed and nice en-suite bathroom. The hotel receptionist, called Reuben, was very helpful and obliging. Nothing was too much trouble for him. The...
  • J
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice hotel in centre of Cambridge. Good breakfast and staff were all very helpful . Nice to have some live music in the evening too . Couldn’t fault our stay . Would stay again
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Could'nt fault it...comfortable..clean..quiet..
  • Kerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Check-in was efficient, the room was lovely and spacious, room service was prompt and the food was very tasty in the restaurant. One of the servers in the restaurant who also served me at the bar earlier in the day (we didn't catch her name but...
  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff. Great location and loved the bikes.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
  • Gonville Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Peruvian • European
    • Open for
      Brunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Bar & Lounge
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Brunch • Lunch • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Gonville Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
6 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
7 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that parking spaces are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Property is dog friendly!

Only 5 rooms per guest per day can be booked by a single individual.

Any reservation larger than 5 rooms will be subject to renegotiation by the hotel and consequentially different terms & conditions will apply.

Parking is an additional charge of £26 per night per car, payable directly at property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Gonville Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.