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Gonville Hotel
4 stars

Gonville Hotel

2 Gonville Pl, Cambridge, United Kingdom
+44 122 336 6611
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€164
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8.7
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based on 3,904 reviews

Gonville Hotel
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Nightly total
Classic room
€164
Double room
€203
Superior room
€237

About Gonville Hotel

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free
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.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Gonville Hotel

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cycling

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Reviews of Gonville Hotel

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8.7
Very GoodBased on 3,904 verified guest reviews
8.6Families
8.6Friends
8.4Solo
8.6Couples

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8.0 Very Good
Bit surprised to be charged £26 for overnight parking.

Location

2 Gonville Pl, Cambridge

What's nearby

  • Fenner's156 m
  • Parker's Piece241 m
  • Cambridge University Lawn Tennis Club293 m
  • Fitzwilliam Museum0.6 km
  • Musuem of Archaeology0.6 km
  • University of Cambridge0.6 km
  • Cambridge University Botanic Garden0.7 km
  • Whipple Museum of the History of Science0.7 km
  • Mathematical Bridge0.9 km
  • King's College Chapel1 km
  • ADC Theatre1.1 km
  • Fellows Garden1.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Gonville Hotel

Low season

May

High season

June

Average price (weeknight)

€208

Average price (weekend night)

€348
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When to book a room at Gonville Hotel

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Top tips for your stay at Gonville Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Gonville Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and June.
  • The cheapest price a room at Gonville Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was €208, while the most expensive was €208.
  • How long should you stay at Gonville Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Gonville Hotel

  • How do I travel from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Gonville Hotel?

    From London Stansted Airport, there are a few options to travel to the hotel. A taxi will cost approximately £60-75 and take 35-40min. The train to Cambridge Station takes 30min and costs between £5-20. A town car or private shuttle takes 35-40min and costs £30-120.

  • What services does the hotel spa offer?

    The spa, Gresham House Wellness, offers a range of treatments. Massages, body scrubs, facials, body sculpting, self-tanning and makeup services are all available at the luxuriously restored historic villa. Prices vary, depending on the treatment.

  • Are the rooms accessible to people with mobility issues?

    The hotel has a range of well-appointed rooms to suit everyone's needs. You have a pillow menu, amenities and a valet service, as well as luxury feature bedrooms. For guests with reduced mobility or special requirements, there are fully adapted, ensuite accessible rooms. The hotel prides itself on the standard of hospitality and guest satisfaction offered.

  • Does Gonville Hotel have special experiences?

    The hotel offers a Bentley experience; you can take mini-tours of Cambridge in a Bentley and learn about the history. They also provide pick-ups and drop-offs to give you a real VIP feeling. You can also use the complimentary vintage Bobbin bikes provided by the hotel to explore the area in an eco-friendly way.

  • What events are there for guests?

    Regular events, like live music and movie screenings at an outdoor movie theatre, make sure you will always be entertained. At the outdoor restaurant, you can also play traditional lawn games like croquet and listen to live music.

  • What is the Gonville dining experience like?

    With two restaurants, a bar and private dining options, the hotel caters to your every need. A fine-dining and an outdoor restaurant in the gorgeous formal gardens gives you a classic high-end experience. Unique touches like handmade plates add to the atmosphere. The bar has live jazz and you can book a private dining experience for an extra special occasion.

  • How eco friendly is Gonville Hotel?

    The hotel has a very comprehensive environmental policy designed to reduce its impact as much as possible. They reduce and recycle, restrict purchasing and implement water- and energy-saving systems. Green travel options like bicycles and walking are also promoted for guests; there are e-vehicle charging points on site.

  • What dog-friendly facilities does the hotel have?

    Gonville Hotel not only pampers its guests but their dogs too. Include your pet in your booking email and they will receive a special welcome pack. Private gardens and friendly staff ensure that your dog can safely enjoy their stay, so you can enjoy yours too.

  • Can I book private or special events?

    The hotel caters for events like meetings, conferences and corporate weekends. They also cater for private dining, with banqueting menus and options to suit any special event.

  • Is Gonville Hotel a historic location?

    Built in 1830 as a residential house for one of the Cambridge colleges, Gonville and Caius College, it became a hotel in 1972 and has been run as a family business ever since, in the heart of Cambridge.

  • Where is Gonville Hotel located?

    Gonville Hotel is located at 2 Gonville Pl, 0.6 km from the centre of Cambridge. Fenner's is the closest landmark to Gonville Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Gonville Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Gonville Hotel.

  • Does Gonville Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Gonville Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Gonville Hotel from the airport?

    Gonville Hotel is 3.2 km from Cambridge. Gonville Hotel is 35.8 km from London Stansted.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Gonville Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Gonville Hotel in Cambridge and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Gonville Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Gonville Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.9

Distance to city centre

0.6 km

Nearest airport

Cambridge

Distance to airport

3.2 km