Gonville Hotel
Gonville Place, Cambridge, CB1 1LY, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 3482 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The staff were very kind, professional and helpful. Dining was excellent and the staff were very, very, good. Our initial room had a wow factor, sadly we did not stay in it.

- View
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Terrace
- Bath
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
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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.
This is our guests' favourite part of Cambridge, according to independent reviews.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Gonville Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 12 Aug 2009.Hotel chain/brand: Classic British Hotels
- Private parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
- Very good breakfast
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- Alan
United Kingdom
“The staff were very kind, professional and helpful. Dining was excellent and the staff were very, very, good. Our initial room had a wow factor, sadly we did not stay in it.” - Lisa
United Kingdom
“The room was very tired looking and requires some updating however everything was very clean. The bed was very comfortable and I slept well. I especially liked that there was a good sized mirror on the dressing table next to a window with natural...” - Alison
United Kingdom
“Really helpful and friendly staff. Many of whom went out of their way to make our stay so enjoyable.” - Claire
United Kingdom
“The car infront !!!! Actually we liked everything” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“I had booked a function room to host a special dinner and the staff were impeccable, knowledgeable and the dinner absolutely top.” - John
United Kingdom
“Modern, Clean, helpful staff. Parking available, which is a bonus in Cambridge. ” - Joan
United Kingdom
“Helpful, friendly staff. Nicely decorated. Decent coffee from machine available all day at no charge. Complimentary Bentley tour was a nice surprise, the chauffeur was very knowledgeable about the area and was a really pleasant chap.” - Craig
Australia
“Absolute amazing location and room plus facilities second to none.” - Björn
Netherlands
“Best pet friendly welcome I have ever experienced! Hands down.” - Cesar
United Kingdom
“An old favourite, comfortable, convenient and reliable”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
Is there al lift
Yes we do have lift in the hotelAnswered on 17 July 2020Is there parking. Costs please
Hello, Thank you for your message. Yes our car parking cost is £17.00 per night per car. Thank you, The Sales TeamAnswered on 23 July 2021Hi, do you have an Electric vehicle charging point?
Dear Guest, Thank you for your message. We do have electric charging points however they are very limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis. ..Answered on 19 July 2021Hi, What type of breakfast do you pffer?
Dear guest We will provide Continental and Full Breakfast. kind regards DoraAnswered on 22 November 2022Are you currently open now you are in Tier 4? I am expecting to drop my daughter at uni, but travelling from Yorkshire I need a stop over?
Unfortuantely, due to being in Tier 4, we have temporarily shut our doors.Answered on 4 January 2021I am interested in booking but I would like the twin room with a bath but instead of twin beds a double. Is this possible to change if I request?
Hello, Thank you for your message. Yes, this is defiantly something we can arrange directly with the hotel. Thank you The Sales TeamAnswered on 5 August 2021- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants2 restaurants on site
- Terrace Restaurant
- CuisineEuropean
- Open forBrunch • Dinner • High tea
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Bar & Lounge
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Gonville HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.9
- Private parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
- Very good breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local culture
- CyclingOff-site
- Seating Area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Wake-up service
- Heating
- Laptop safe
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Czech
- English
- Spanish
- Hungarian
- Italian
- Polish
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
Gonville Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Property is dog friendly!
Only 5 rooms per guest per day can be booked by a single individual.
Any reservation larger than 5 rooms will be subject to renegotiation by the hotel and consequentially different terms & conditions will apply.
Parking is an additional charge of £26 per night per car, payable directly at property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform Gonville Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Gonville Hotel
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Gonville Hotel is 850 yards from the centre of Cambridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Gonville Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Gonville Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin
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Gonville Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Massage
- Cycling
- Tour or class about local culture
- Live music/performance
- Beauty Services
- Waxing services
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Spa/wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Couples massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full body massage
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Check-in at Gonville Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Gonville Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Terrace Restaurant
- Bar & Lounge
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Guests staying at Gonville Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish