Featuring a fitness center, a garden as well as a tennis court, Downing College is located in the center of Cambridge, a 13-minute walk from University of Cambridge. The property is around 15 miles from Audley End House, 28 miles from The Apex and 29 miles from Stansted Mountfitchet Station. The property provides a 24-hour front desk as well as free WiFi. At the student accommodation each room comes with a desk, a TV and a private bathroom. Hedingham Castle is 29 miles from Downing College, while Ickworth House is 29 miles away. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 27 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Cambridge, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!


Availability

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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Cambridge
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rieko
    United States of America United States of America
    location was excellent! Room was clean and big bathroom was great.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was great and beautiful place. Porters were very welcoming and helpful
  • Markus
    Finland Finland
    Downing College is an absolutely lovely place to stay! ... and by the way (if you read old reviews), the pillows were perfect. Don't miss having lunch at least once in the Dining Hall!

Area info

Amenities of Downing College
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Chapel/Shrine
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Downing College takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 16 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Downing College of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Downing College

  • Room options at Downing College include:

    • Double

  • Check-in at Downing College is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 9:30 AM.

  • The prices at Downing College may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Downing College is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Downing College offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Tennis court
    • Temporary art galleries

  • Downing College is 1,800 feet from the center of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.