Discover Cambridge With A Luxury Staycation Experience
Cambridge is the destination of choice for the perfect city staycation, and easily accessible by car or train. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, the city itself is home to glorious parks, historic colleges and renowned punting on the river Cam.
For over 175 years, University Arms has been the destination for travellers to rest their heads after long journeys for vacations in Cambridgeshire and beyond. Evolving over time, we remain a location of unparalleled character, service, glamour and luxury.
Our Rooms
Classic Rooms
Our Classic Rooms embody the hotel’s dominant influences: great literature and Edwardian-style furnishings, with a dose of Martin Brudnizki’s contemporary taste. Signature bathroom amenities are part of an exclusive collaboration between the University Arms and iconic British perfumery, D R Harris.
Cosy Rooms
Cosy Rooms set the benchmark for comfort, style and attention-to-detail at the University Arms. The uncluttered interior, designed by Martin Brudnizki, harmonises Edwardian-style furnishings with modern tastes and conveniences, including super-fast WiFi and luxurious linen.
Suites
Offering large sitting areas, replete with unmatched views of Parker’s Piece, our Suites are named after Cambridge-affiliated authors and alumni and are individually curated around their namesakes. Opt-in for a Terrace Suite to enjoy your private balcony and stunning roll-top bath.
Superior Rooms
Delight in all of the heritage and ‘Brudnizki’ style of our Classic Rooms, with more space. Many have large windows that fill the rooms with light, while bespoke armchairs are the ideal place to lounge with a great book from the hotel’s Heywood Hill-curated library.
Classic Rooms
Our Classic Rooms embody the hotel’s dominant influences: great literature and Edwardian-style furnishings, with a dose of Martin Brudnizki’s contemporary taste. Signature bathroom amenities are part of an exclusive collaboration between the University Arms and iconic British perfumery, D R Harris.
Cosy Rooms
Cosy Rooms set the benchmark for comfort, style and attention-to-detail at the University Arms. The uncluttered interior, designed by Martin Brudnizki, harmonises Edwardian-style furnishings with modern tastes and conveniences, including super-fast WiFi and luxurious linen.
Suites
Offering large sitting areas, replete with unmatched views of Parker’s Piece, our Suites are named after Cambridge-affiliated authors and alumni and are individually curated around their namesakes. Opt-in for a Terrace Suite to enjoy your private balcony and stunning roll-top bath.
Superior Rooms
Delight in all of the heritage and ‘Brudnizki’ style of our Classic Rooms, with more space. Many have large windows that fill the rooms with light, while bespoke armchairs are the ideal place to lounge with a great book from the hotel’s Heywood Hill-curated library.
Classic Rooms
Our Classic Rooms embody the hotel’s dominant influences: great literature and Edwardian-style furnishings, with a dose of Martin Brudnizki’s contemporary taste. Signature bathroom amenities are part of an exclusive collaboration between the University Arms and iconic British perfumery, D R Harris.
Cosy Rooms
Cosy Rooms set the benchmark for comfort, style and attention-to-detail at the University Arms. The uncluttered interior, designed by Martin Brudnizki, harmonises Edwardian-style furnishings with modern tastes and conveniences, including super-fast WiFi and luxurious linen.
Punting in Cambridge
There is no more Cantabrigian passtime than punting along the river Cam, behind the colleges and besides the backs. Take a blanket and picnic and lounge away the afternoon as your chauffeur tells you legends of our city's rich histories.
Walking Tours
Explore our beautiful, historic city with a complimentary walking tour when you stay at University Arms. There is no better way to get to know the city and discover secrets that only a local would know!
Experience a Hidden Cambridge
Our city is full of stories and some of the most interesting are those lesser known tales of hidden gems. Ask our concierge for some inside knowledge to make your stay unforgettable.
Delight your taste buds at Parkers Tavern
Join us at our quintessentially English brasserie restaurant. Chef Director, Tristan Welch has designed every dish to be a whimsical re-imagining of a British classic, sourced from field, fen and England's seas. This is where you will find plates piled high with Norfolk fruits de mer, or in winter, suckling pig with wild mushrooms, and Tristan’s special Spaghetti Bolognaise. You can taste England on every plate.
Special Offers
Cosy Winter Getaways
Pay in advance and save 25% on your Winter stay from December 11, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Winter Retreat
Enjoy 20% discount on our flexible rates between December 18, 2022 - February 28, 2023.
Plan Your Staycation
Free Expert Led Tours at the Botanic Garden
"Each of the hotel's bedrooms has a suitably studious, eclectic feel, with books and learning to the fore."
Fiona Duncan
Telegraph
Tucked away on the ground floor, guests can relax on velvet chaise lounges, tea or juice in hand, as they decide on their treatments and consult with the in-house therapists in a quiet, decadently designed relaxation room.
Julia O'Driscoll, The Week
These treatment rooms are a wonderful addition to the hotel’s already extensive offering and has made the University Arms the perfect option for a pampering break.
Lulu Townsend, The Hotel Guru
The hotel’s newest space offers a quiet oasis in which to unwind and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Naomi Chadderton, MOJEH online
"Stunning setting and great personnel, your staff were such a credit to you with no fuss or bother - you have a precious commodity to guard and cherish!"
Mr & Mrs Griffiths
January 2020
"Each of the hotel's bedrooms has a suitably studious, eclectic feel, with books and learning to the fore."
Fiona Duncan
Telegraph
Tucked away on the ground floor, guests can relax on velvet chaise lounges, tea or juice in hand, as they decide on their treatments and consult with the in-house therapists in a quiet, decadently designed relaxation room.
Julia O'Driscoll, The Week
These treatment rooms are a wonderful addition to the hotel’s already extensive offering and has made the University Arms the perfect option for a pampering break.
Lulu Townsend, The Hotel Guru
The hotel’s newest space offers a quiet oasis in which to unwind and disconnect from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Naomi Chadderton, MOJEH online
"Stunning setting and great personnel, your staff were such a credit to you with no fuss or bother - you have a precious commodity to guard and cherish!"
Mr & Mrs Griffiths
January 2020
"Each of the hotel's bedrooms has a suitably studious, eclectic feel, with books and learning to the fore."
Fiona Duncan
Telegraph
University Arms
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 21 April 1926 – 8 September 2022
We, along with the rest of the nation, are mourning the loss of our longest reigning Monarch and pay homage to the inspirational individual, who has been selfless in her service to this country. Our deepest condolences to The Royal Family at this sad time.