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Gonville Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel near University of Cambridge

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Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, garden views
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Lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine, garden views

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

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Gonville Place, Cambridge, England, CB1 1LY
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Parker's Piece
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cambridge Corn Exchange
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪61 min drive‬

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double or Twin Room, Walk-in Shower

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Double Room, Walk-in Shower

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Bathtub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Feature Room Premier | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Feature Room Premier

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Feature Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Feature Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Feature Room Deluxe | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Feature Room Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic King or Twin Room with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Feature King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room 1 Double bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room with Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Feature Premier Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cambridge

City center retreat .A stay at this Trumpington hotel places you steps from Fenner's and within a 5-minute walk of University of Cambridge. Parker's Piece and Scott Polar Research Institute are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Parker's Piece - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Emmanuel College - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Anglia Ruskin University - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 15 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 122 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parker's Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grain & Hop Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Baan Thai Street Food - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Novi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Gonville Hotel

4-star spa hotel near University of Cambridge
Gonville Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include 2 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Gonville Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 92 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Gonville Hotel offers 92 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 28 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 19.95 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 19.95 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 28 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Best Western Gonville
Best Western Gonville Hotel
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Best Western Plus Gonville Cambridge
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Best Western Plus Gonville Hotel Cambridge
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Gonville Best Western
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gonville Hotel to the airport?

Gonville Hotel is 2.6 mi (15-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gonville Hotel?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gonville Hotel on May 24, 2026 start from $173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gonville Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gonville Hotel.

Does Gonville Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gonville Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 19.95 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gonville Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gonville Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Gonville Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 28 per night.

Does Gonville Hotel have a pool?

Gonville Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Gonville Hotel have a restaurant?

Gonville Hotel is home to Gonville Kitchen, which features Italian cuisine and garden views.

Does Gonville Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body treatments, mani/pedis, and body wraps.

How close is Gonville Hotel to downtown Cambridge?

Gonville Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Cambridge.

Gonville Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 650 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and well equipped. Amenities as you might expect. The staff were helpful and polite. Only criticism was the room was slightly noisy - plumbing noises and could hear the next room quite easily.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Harjinder

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, amazing service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean, well decorated and in very good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was very nice and the room was a good size and clean. The breakfast was a bit disappointing, the food was fairly average and the team seemed understaffed so tables weren’t cleared or set properly and we had to get our own cutlery off another table. And also the coffee machine wasn’t working.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Corissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice amenities, friendly staff, great area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

SIMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was nice Breakfast was very disappointing. Arrived 2 hour’s before breakfast was due to finish but all tables were full of dirty plates. The buffet food was almost empty and was not replenished. The hot food arrived warm at best. It was a real shame and not what we expected. Worst breakfast I’ve had at a hotel in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wai-Fan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Milena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is really lovely, good location, bed was really comfortable. Reception lady wasn’t very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iqbal

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant stay. All staff were very friendly, polite and helpful throughout our stay. Room was quite small but perfectly comfortable for the one night. We ate dinner in the restaurant and enjoyed the food and relaxing ambience. There was a jazz singer and piano which made for a relaxing and enjoyable evening. Breakfast was decent, although there were some issues with the coffee machine. The dining staff did sort it out promptly when told. Good selection of continental , croissants, pain au chocolat, cereals , fresh fruits, yogurt, toast , cold neats abd cheeses with some tasty hot choices too. Husband chose the full english and I had the vegetarian option. Once again the service was impeccable. I would ve more than happy to stay here again if visiting Cambridge as its such a short walking distance to the centre with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Andre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We asked for a quiet, twin room and got neither, despite the hotel only being about half full. We even reiterated this request at check in but were clearly ignored. We expected better from the Gonville
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Sean Arthur

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Dot

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful and attentive. Room comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was early. Room is clean. Staff pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Tristan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara-Jane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room 3 is on the ground floor. The window is out onto the carpark. It is close to the bar and restaurant. It means there is noise of music and plates. It feels hemmed in and lacking in privacy, it’s a shame in an otherwise beautiful hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026