- View
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
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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.
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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Maria
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
“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
“Lovely well decorated hotel in a great location, with a car park (paid)” - Donnarae
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
“Good location to explore the city centre. Recommend the complimentary tour in one of the Bentleys - don't forget to book!” - Susan
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
“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
“Could'nt fault it...comfortable..clean..quiet..” - Kerry
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
“Very friendly staff. Great location and loved the bikes.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Gonville Kitchen
- CuisineItalian • Peruvian • European
- Open forBrunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Bar & Lounge
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
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.



The fine print
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.