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The 10 Best Hostels in Cambridge, UK

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Situated within 7 acres of lush, landscaped gardens, Madingley Hall is a 16th-century country house offering rooms with idyllic garden views. Historic Cambridge is just 15 minutes’ drive away.

With digital TVs and free Wi-Fi, all rooms at Madingley Hall also feature tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a safe.

Absolutely stunning gardens.. it was a joy to bd amidst nature

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8.2
Very Good
1,776 reviews
Price from
$84
per night

Refurbished in 2014, the YHA Cambridge Hostel offers dormitory bedrooms with shared bathroom facilities. Some rooms benefit from en-suite bathrooms. The majority of rooms contain bunk beds. WiFi is accessible in public areas.

Friendly staff. Cleanliness in the room

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7.9
Good
1,530 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Cambridge

  • Avg. price/night: $146.17
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,699 reviews
    Ideal location next to train station but absolutely sound proofed Lovely pool and sauna area .quiet in the morning when we used the pool Late arrival is not a problem Good breakfast although cheaper if you prepay the night before Modern clean rooms.Hotel looks brand new but apparently 3 years old V warm
    noreen
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $355.15
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,919 reviews
    We upgraded and stayed in a room in Gresham House in the hotel grounds. Beautiful decor and a roll top bath with a separate shower made it special. Quiet. Comfortable. Very clean. Great breakfast. Great location. Not cheap but nothing to criticise.
    Deborah
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,530 reviews
    Decent youth hostel, good facilities
    Korne
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $98.45
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,221 reviews
    Great location. Comfortable bed. Cheap. Nicely decorated.
    Fleur Elizabeth
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,530 reviews
    It was clean and no thrills, I was just there to sleep and that’s what I got. It’s so safe and secure though, I stayed here a few years back and nothing has changed, still a lovely safe hostel
    Tyra
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $349.86
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 39 reviews
    Clean, great location nearby to the city, nice kitchen, felt safe.
    Amy
    Group
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3 reviews
    Great location, easy access to train station and central Cambridge. Very comfortable, spacious apartment. Well equipped kitchen. Suitable for long or short stays. Access is by key safe and arrival instructions, with access code, were clear and received well in advance.
    Marie
    Solo traveler
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 357 reviews
    Great location and safe place to park the car.
    Clare
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $145.80
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,061 reviews
    Plenty of room, clean bedding, clean towels, clean bathroom, great location, come and go as you please, friendly pub. Felt safe.
    Serena
    Group
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,530 reviews
    The hostel felt clean, safe and was very well located for a family trip to Cambridge. We were travelling with 3 children (11 and younger) and it met all of our needs. The kids loved the bunk beds too :)
    Lindsey
    Family with young children

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