4-Star Hotels in Cambridge, UK
Updated 4 July 2026 · 36 real hotels
Cambridge offers a solid selection of officially rated 4-star hotels, ranging from stylish city-centre aparthotels to well-appointed neighbourhood properties. Rates start at around 179 € per night, with top-rated options clustered in the centre and nearby residential districts. Whether you prioritise location near the colleges or a quieter residential setting, there is a 4-star option to match.
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4-Star Hotels in Cambridge: Comfort Matched to the City
Cambridge is a compact, walkable city where neighbourhood matters as much as star rating. The 4-star properties here range from the centrally located Wilde Cambridge City Centre, sitting in the heart of the city near the Fitzwilliam Museum and the River Cam, to the Fellows House Cambridge (a Curio Collection by Hilton property) in Chesterton, just a short walk from the colleges across Midsummer Common. Aparthotel-style options from Citystay Living, including Mill Park Apartments and Vesta Apartments in Petersfield, offer self-contained comfort for longer stays or families, with per-night rates between 213 € and 260 €.
Note that some properties in the list carry a 3.5-star classification rather than a full 4-star official rating, including Citystay Living Finch House in Cherry Hinton and The Old School House Rooms in Waterbeach, though guest scores for those remain exceptionally high. If an official 4-star classification is your priority, focus on Citystay Living Hinton House (179 €/night, rated 5/5), Wilde Cambridge City Centre (256 €/night), Fellows House Cambridge (247 €/night), Citystay Living Mill Park Apartments (213 €/night), and Citystay Living Vesta Apartments (260 €/night).
Our selection in Cambridge
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Bar Hill Hotel, BW Signature Collection ★★★★ | Longstanton | ★ 3.9 | 78 €/nuit |
| Hyatt Centric Cambridge ★★★★ | Castle | ★ 4.5 | 91 €/nuit |
| Turing Locke Cambridge ★★★★ | Castle | ★ 4.4 | 98 €/nuit |
| B&B Hotel Cambridge South ★★★★ | Whittlesford | ★ 4.1 | 98 €/nuit |
| Cambridge Quy Mill Hotel & Spa in Cambridge ★★★★ | Stow cum Quy | ★ 4 | 105 €/nuit |
| Holiday Inn Cambridge by IHG ★★★★ | Impington | ★ 4.1 | 106 €/nuit |
| Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa ★★★★ | Cambourne | ★ 4.1 | 110 €/nuit |
| Cambridge Bed and Breakfast ★★★★ | Chesterton | ★ 4.7 | 121 €/nuit |
| Novotel Cambridge North ★★★★ | Milton | ★ 4.5 | 123 €/nuit |
| The Waterman ★★★★ | Chesterton | ★ 4.2 | 129 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What is the most affordable officially rated 4-star hotel in Cambridge?+
Among the officially 4-star classified options listed, Citystay Living Hinton House in the Coleridge neighbourhood is the most affordable, starting at 179 € per night. It also holds a perfect guest score of 5/5, making it strong value for the rating category.
Which 4-star hotel in Cambridge is best placed for visiting the university colleges?+
Wilde Cambridge City Centre is located directly in the city centre, placing guests within easy walking distance of King's College, the Fitzwilliam Museum, and the main shopping streets. Fellows House Cambridge in Chesterton is also well positioned, just across Midsummer Common from the college area, at 247 € per night.
Are there 4-star aparthotel options in Cambridge suitable for longer stays?+
Yes. Citystay Living operates several 4-star aparthotel-style properties in Cambridge, including Mill Park Apartments and Vesta Apartments in the Petersfield district. These self-contained apartment formats suit multi-night stays or travelling groups, with rates from 213 € to 260 € per night.
How do guest ratings compare across the 4-star hotels in Cambridge?+
Guest satisfaction is consistently high across all listed properties. Citystay Living Hinton House and Citystay Living Vesta Apartments both achieve a top score of 5/5, while Wilde Cambridge City Centre scores 4.8/5 and Fellows House Cambridge and Citystay Living Mill Park Apartments both score 4.7/5. All options in the list score 4.7 or above, which is notably strong for an urban hotel market.