Selwyn College, Cambridge

Hotels
8.1 (109 reviews)
Grange Road , Cambridge , GB

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Garden
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
Golf course
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and large rooms
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Convenient location
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
High prices for basic rooms
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Room was large and clean, but some rooms were not up to standard for the cost.
Service
8.6
Staff were friendly and accommodating, with help readily available.
Location
8.6
Walking distance to Cambridge city center and nearby attractions.
Room Quality
7.6
Room size was good, but some beds were uncomfortable and had issues.
Amenities
7.6
Basic amenities with some lacking, such as a mini fridge.
Value for Money
8.1
Generally good for the quality, but could be better considering price.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Breakfast was of good quality and enjoyable.
Overall Experience
8.1
Enjoyable stay with a few minor issues offset by pleasant staff and good food.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:38

Property Description

Centrally Located Accommodation
Enjoy a peaceful stay in Cambridge at Selwyn College, just minutes away from top attractions and amenities.

Charming Garden and Free WiFi
Relax in the serene garden or stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Helpful Staff and Convenient Services
Our dedicated team is ready to assist you at the reception, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable stay.

Book now and experience the best of Cambridge at Selwyn College.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 09:30 AM

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Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 109 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 8.1
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haritha • solo_traveller • in
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • gb
10
A great trip especially when tied to a College Open Day
Pros:

Super breakfast; we dined in the main dining hall surrounded by portraits of previous masters

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Santiago • extended_group • es
7
Sitio muy bonito, y relación calidad precio, correcta
Pros:

El desayuno bien, y el entorno general y edificio, muy bien, aunque el aparcamiento es problemático, porque hay pocas plazas.

Cons:

No hay aire acondicionado, no hay televisión en la habitación, y las camas son pequeñas y muy bajas. A ciertas edades, es difícil levantarse.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Henri • family_with_children • be
8
Une plongée dans un autre univers,.... typiquement anglais !
Pros:

L'environnement est calme et digne d'Harry Potter, impression qui se renforce encore lorsqu'on entre dans la salle à manger !
Le petit déjeuner est excellent.
Le personnel est accueillant et très disponible pour répondre à vos questions.
Nous sommes dans un "college" universitaire en activité et donc, il ne faut pas être surpris de prendre son repas avec des étudiants et des professeurs mais cela dans un silence quasi religieux,...
Il y a beaucoup d'espaces verts où se balader pour une petite promenade digestive accompagné par des écureuils gris !

Cons:

L'entretien de certains équipements (fauteuil de chambre cranté, eau froide pour la douche du dimanche et pas de maintenance le WE).

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Annesha Bhattacharya • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The rooms were perfect, cosy and comfortable

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
8
Friendly staff, good stay for overnight.
Pros:

Beautiful location for breakfast and handy, clean accommodation. Friendly staff.
Street parking nearby.

Cons:

Bathroom light on a sensor so it blinded me when I went to the toilet in the night!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ayushi • solo_traveller • in
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • solo_traveller • gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

Excellent location, a short walk from the centre of Cambridge and with good bus links from the train station. A lovely spacious old room in the heart of college, clean, with good facilities (tea, coffee maker) with views of Chapel and the hall. It was a shared shower/bathroom, though the staircase was very quiet and so there was never a queue. Breakfast was excellent. Porters were friendly and welcoming. Was great to be back reliving my undergraduate years (spent at a different Cambridge college).

Cons:

The checkout was a little early (9:30) considering it was the weekend.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Laura • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Mead • couple • gb
10
Very relaxing and interesting.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent and the ambiance was lovely. Friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Cannot fault it.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • jp
4
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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bmcolosimo • solo_traveller • it
8
Bellissima esperienza se si desidera assaporare l'atmosfere del college in Cambridge
Pros:

L'ambiente del College di Cambridge è un'esperienza unica

Cons:

stanze spartane

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Ellie • couple • gb
8
Cons:

It was so hot. No fan and window opening was limited.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • gb
8
Good value accommodation for overnight stay.
Pros:

Student accommodation.
The accommodation was basic but comfortable. The room was clean and well presented. Tea/coffee facilities provided.
On-suite shower provided. Good number of electric sockets available. Breakfast provided and very good.
Good accommodation for overnight stay.

Cons:

Very difficult to fill kettle as wash-hand basin very small and limited clearance for even small jug kettle.
As room is student accommodation no other amenities of hotel style facilities available or provided. No Wi-Fi or internet access provided.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • gb
9
Really enjoyable stay in an amazing setting.
Pros:

Lovely breakfast, clean room, amazing building and grounds.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
10
Charmant in jeder Beziehung!
Pros:

Großartiges Ambiente! Aufwachen mit dem Sonnenaufgang auf den viktorianischen Gebäuden. Im Club bis 23:00 Ausschank (Last Order 22:45). Brauchbar sortiert bei Bier, Gin und Whisky. Exzellentes Britisch & Continental Breakfast. Teilnahme am Dinner möglich. Sehr gutes Essen zum Mensapreis. Der Porter und seine Kollegen waren überaus hilfsbereit und freundlich.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Bert • couple • nl
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jacqui • extended_group • gb
10
Clean, Comfortable and convenient!
Pros:

A great place in Cambridge

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jacqui • solo_traveller • gb
10
Clean, comfortable and convenient!
Pros:

A great convenient place to stay for our son’s graduation!

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jane • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee