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University Arms, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
4-star Edwardian hotel near University of Cambridge

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Regent Street, Cambridge, England, CB2 1AD
  • Place, University of Cambridge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Emmanuel College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cambridge Corn Exchange
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪38 min drive‬

About the area

Cambridge

Cambridge City Centre stay.With a stay at this Cambridge City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Downing College and Cambridge Arts Picture House. University of Cambridge and Parker's Piece are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Cambridge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Parker's Piece - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Emmanuel College - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Jesus College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 16 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Regal (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Parker's Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪John Lewis Brasserie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bull & Bass - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ori Caffè - ‬3 min walk

About this property

University Arms, Autograph Collection

4-star Edwardian hotel near University of Cambridge
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2723 square feet (253 square meters) and includes a conference center. A 24-hour fitness center, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at University Arms, Autograph Collection. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

This Edwardian Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 192 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2723 sq ft of conference space
  • 253 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1834
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
University Arms, Autograph Collection offers 192 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 22 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 35 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 55.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 22 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 35 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 55.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Please note: Baths can only be found in the bathrooms of select Classic, Superior, and Suite room types.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Hotel De Vere University Arms
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Frequently asked questions

How close is University Arms, Autograph Collection to the airport?

University Arms, Autograph Collection is 2.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at University Arms, Autograph Collection?

As of Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at University Arms, Autograph Collection on Apr 5, 2026 start from CA $298, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does University Arms, Autograph Collection have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at University Arms, Autograph Collection.

Does University Arms, Autograph Collection offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at University Arms, Autograph Collection, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 22 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at University Arms, Autograph Collection?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at University Arms, Autograph Collection?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at University Arms, Autograph Collection?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does University Arms, Autograph Collection have a pool?

University Arms, Autograph Collection does not have a pool.

Does University Arms, Autograph Collection have a restaurant?

University Arms, Autograph Collection is home to Parker's Tavern, which features British cuisine and light fare.

Does University Arms, Autograph Collection have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is University Arms, Autograph Collection to downtown Cambridge?

University Arms, Autograph Collection is 0.3 mi away from Cambridge.

University Arms, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 575 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 575 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 575 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 575 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 575 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The grout in the bathroom was cracked, crumbled and missing in the shower flooring where you stand. Als, there was hard water buildup on the waterfall shower head.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Sophie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a classic old fashioned hotel with a large portico as you enter. It has a very modern yet classic feel and staff were very helpful. Opted for an upgraded room which overlooked the park. Furnishings were minimal and in comparison to other hotels I have stayed at were a bit tired and stains on carpet which was a bit surprising given it’s status. Car parking at hotel was good and location is perfect as it is central Cambridge. Overall worth a try but personally not sure I would rush back. The main concern was on payment, reserved the room through Expedia and handed my card when booking in and on check out was told the excess would be paid back into my account. However, the hotel charged my other card from Expedia that I had used to reserve. Thus have a pre authorised amount taken from one account and the full amount taken from another card. On calling the hotel they were not very helpful and said they had no record of the pre authorised debit.. even though I had the receipt. Now have to wait up to 30 days for the money to come back into my account. So warning. Just make sure you are clear on where they are debiting your money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bar and restaurants fantastic. Lovely ambience with the hotel especially for Christmas
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a pleasant stay with a couple of frustrations. Our room wasn’t ready for 4pm so had drinks in the bar but very expensive, wouldn’t have hurt the break to stand the first round as an apology for not being ready. When we got to the room it was lovely and spacious but it was very cold the AC was set to 19c we whacked it up high but it took over 5 hours to warm up enough to be comfortable very frustrating! We had a long day shopping and so opted for room service, they had run out of the Gin we ordered and it took 3 trips to deliver our order. We settled in to watch some TV and relax in the chilly room but it was a very old TV with no modern entertainment like Netflix etc when we had intended to watch a ln Xmas movie. We slept well and breakfast was lovely. Pretty big queue to checkout but w head to do in person because of room charges etc. We enjoyed the stay and the hotel is beautiful and location brilliant but expected a little more for our money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place hit all the notes
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Zainab

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Hayden

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am a Cambridge resident and have visited the University Arms many times over the years. On this occasion I was staying the night to attend a charity function. The hotel is lovely, sadly not as architecturally grand as it was pre-fire. Service was excellent a room well appointed. The issue was the room temperature which remained between 23-24 degrees all night with no way to change the settings (centrally controlled). This resulted in a very uncomfortable night with little sleep; at one point I considered checking out and getting a taxi home. I do not generally leave negative reviews, however, as it has been over a week and the hotel has not taken the opportunity to contact me to discus, it seems appropriate to leave a review.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The thermostat in the room was not quite functional. It became hot and then cold. The maid service one day missed replenishing a number of things, but they brought the supplies when we called and gave us some chocolates. We forgot about things in the safe, and they called us and arranged to send back the items. This part was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the Art Deco illustrations throughout the public areas. One of the best designed art hangings I’ve seen outside a museum! Loved my view over Parker’s Piece of students cycling to lectures and playing sport. Staff were generally very kind and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adedayo

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As usual, excellent stay. Attentive staff, clean room, amenities etc. Kudos to concierge for getting me an EV charging spot in the car park Ant the superb restaurant manager who very calmly solved the problem with the restaurant booking for our group on the saturday eveing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah, Singapore

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service in bar and restaurant slow on this occasion.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is beautifully decorated, but need to keep up with the maintenance to keep it at the right level. eg carpets are pale and starting to look stained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angharad

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

ANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ying

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Folkestone,Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel and the room, one thing I felt wasn't customer focused was a pre£35 charge for having a pet ( fine after if she fouled but usually it's complimentary or £10), and£40 overnight parking. Excessive. Everything else was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Beautifully appointed hotel, excellent service great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025