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Holidays in Cambridge
Cambridge rewards a bit of planning. We've pulled together the best stays and days out so you can spend less time searching and more time looking forward to it. Punting past King's College on the Cam. Set in Cambridgeshire, it makes a brilliant base whether you're here for a week or a quick escape.
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Hotel du Vin & Bistro
✓ Boutique hotel in a historic Grade II listed building
🏖️ 0.3 miles from Sheep's Green, River Cam (Poor water quality)
Cambridge
Sorrento Hotel
✓ Deluxe rooms include a Jacuzzi and sauna en-suite
🏖️ 1.38 miles from Sheep's Green, River Cam (Poor water quality)
Cambridge
Premier Inn Cambridge City East
🏖️ 1.43 miles from Sheep's Green, River Cam (Poor water quality)
Cambridge
Varsity Hotel
✓ Boutique hotel with 48 uniquely designed rooms reflecting Cambridge heritage
🏖️ 0.98 miles from Sheep's Green, River Cam (Poor water quality)
Cambridge
Shakespeare Lodge
✓ Specialises in temporary lodging for USAF personnel and military contractors
Brandon
Novotel
✓ Focused on family holidays and business trips
🏖️ 2.62 miles from Sheep's Green, River Cam (Poor water quality)
Cambridge
Gonville Hotel
✓ Boutique hotel blending classic prestige with modern charm in Cambridge
🏖️ 0.57 miles from Sheep's Green, River Cam (Poor water quality)
Cambridge
Ramada London Stansted Airport
✓ Convenient to Stansted Airport, Cambridge and London Docklands
Bishop's Stortford
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Where to stay in Cambridge
You'll find everything here from hot-tub hideaways for two up to parks and big houses that swallow a three-generation get-together. Prices swing a lot by season — the listings above show the from-price so you can compare fairly before clicking through to book direct.
When to go
School summer holidays are peak season — glorious, busy and priciest. If you can travel in June or September you'll get much of the weather with fewer crowds and noticeably lower prices, while spring and autumn breaks can cost half of what August does.
Frequently asked questions
When is the cheapest time to visit Cambridge?
Outside school holidays — typically late September to early May. Many stays cost 30–50% less than in August, and attractions are quieter too.
Is Cambridge good for families?
Yes — filter the listings above by family-friendly facilities like pools, kids' clubs and playgrounds, and check the things-to-do guide for rainy-day options before you book.
How do I book a stay in Cambridge?
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Fri 13 Nov · 12:00
Saffron Walden Audio Tour: Castles, Canvases & Secret Garden...
Saffron Walden Town Hall, Saffron Walden · 13.5 mi
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Fri 13 Nov · 19:00
Vinyl Nights
Cinnabar, Stevenage · 24.6 mi
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Fri 13 Nov · 20:00
Ise's WGAS Party
Cinnabar, Stevenage · 24.6 mi
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Sat 14 Nov · 16:00
Bed By 10pm - Cambridge
Cambridge Junction, England, Cambridge · 1.2 mi
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Fri 4 Dec · 18:00
A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance
The Old Sun Inn, Saffron Walden · 13.5 mi
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Fri 4 Dec · 19:00
Oh What a Night!
West Road Concert Hall, Cambridge · 0.6 mi
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Sat 5 Dec · 19:30
Queenergy - Queen Tribute Live at The Weatherley Centre
The Weatherley Centre, Biggleswade · 17.8 mi
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Tue 8 Dec · 19:00
40s & 50s Singles Night at Tivoli Cambridge| Love at First S...
The Tivoli Cambridge, Cambridge · 0.6 mi
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