Best-Rated Hotels in Cambridge, UK
Updated 4 July 2026 · 36 real hotels
Cambridge consistently draws visitors who leave glowing reviews, and several properties here have earned near-perfect traveller scores. Whether you prefer a serviced apartment in a quiet residential neighbourhood or a polished city-centre hotel, the options below represent the cream of the crop based on verified guest ratings. Sorting by traveller satisfaction rather than star category reveals some genuine hidden gems alongside well-known brand names.
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Cambridge is one of England's most visited cities, renowned for its medieval colleges, punting on the River Cam, and a lively arts and food scene. With so many accommodation options across the city and its surrounding villages, it can be hard to know where to start. The properties listed on this page have been filtered and ranked by real traveller scores, so every recommendation here reflects the satisfaction of guests who have actually stayed, not just marketing claims.
The selection spans a wide range of budgets and styles: from compact, highly personal vacation rentals to branded four-star hotels in the heart of the city. A recurring theme among the best-rated properties is attentive service, well-maintained rooms, and a sense that hosts or staff genuinely care about the guest experience. Whether you are visiting for a university open day, a punting weekend, or a business trip, the options below give you a reliable starting point grounded in collective guest opinion.
Our selection in Cambridge
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citystay Living - Finch House ★★★★ | Cherry Hinton | ★ 5 | 177 €/nuit |
| Citystay Living - Hinton House ★★★★ | Coleridge | ★ 5 | 179 €/nuit |
| The Old School House Rooms ★★★★ | Waterbeach | ★ 4.9 | 140 €/nuit |
| Wilde Cambridge City Centre ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Cambridge | ★ 4.8 | 245 €/nuit |
| Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre ★★ | Centre-ville de Cambridge | ★ 4.8 | 225 €/nuit |
| The Fellows House Mews ★★★★ | Chesterton | ★ 4.8 | 254 €/nuit |
| Citystay Living - The Dales ★★★★ | Petersfield | ★ 4.8 | 236 €/nuit |
| Crown & Punchbowl ★★★★ | Horningsea | ★ 4.8 | 130 €/nuit |
| Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG ★★★ | Cambourne | ★ 4.7 | 146 €/nuit |
| The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton ★★★★ | Chesterton | ★ 4.7 | 284 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels in Cambridge have the highest traveller ratings?+
Three properties share the maximum score of 5 out of 5: Citystay Living - Finch House in Cherry Hinton, Citystay Living - Hinton House in Coleridge, and the Woodpecker vacation rental. Just behind them, The Old School House Rooms in Waterbeach holds a 4.9/5, making it one of the most consistently praised stays in the wider Cambridge area.
Are there well-rated hotels in central Cambridge?+
Yes. Wilde Cambridge City Centre, located in the city centre, carries a strong 4.8 out of 5 traveller score and is rated four stars, placing it among the top-rated options for guests who want to be within walking distance of the colleges, market square, and main attractions. The Fellows House Cambridge, part of Hilton's Curio Collection and situated in Chesterton, also earns a solid 4.7/5 and offers a more boutique experience a short distance from the centre.
What is the most affordable highly-rated hotel in Cambridge?+
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG stands out as the most budget-friendly option among the top-rated properties, with a 4.7 out of 5 traveller score. It is a three-star hotel located in the Cambourne area, west of the city, making it a practical choice for travellers arriving by car or those attending events on Cambridge's western outskirts.
What makes the Citystay Living properties so highly rated?+
Citystay Living operates several serviced apartment properties across Cambridge, and three of them appear in this top-rated selection: Finch House in Cherry Hinton, Hinton House in Coleridge, and The Dales in Petersfield. Their 5/5 and 4.8/5 scores suggest guests particularly value the home-from-home format, which typically offers more space, kitchen facilities, and flexibility than a standard hotel room. These properties suit longer stays, family visits, and travellers who prefer a quieter, residential setting over a busy hotel environment.