Located in the heart of Cambridge, Hilton Cambridge City Centre offers a unique blend of comfort and convenience. Savor the flavors at Bass & Bull Restaurant, stay fit at the gym or enjoy some well-deserved relaxation with dry cleaning/laundry services. The central location has left a lasting impression on previous guests who also praised the delicious breakfast and helpful staff.
Hilton Cambridge City Centre offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from University of Cambridge. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Bass & Bull Restaurant, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
198 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (up to 66 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
WiFi in public areas*
WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (GBP 35 per night)
Secured covered onsite valet parking (GBP 35 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Bass & Bull Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast only.
Piano Bar - This bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
WiFi is available in guestrooms for GBP 12.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for GBP 12.99 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 20 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: GBP 45 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 45 per pet, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs GBP 35 per night
Covered valet parking costs GBP 35 per night
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Also known as
Cambridge City Hotel
Hotel Cambridge City
Crowne Plaza Cambridge
Crowne Plaza Hotel Cambridge
Hilton Cambridge City Centre Hotel
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Hilton Cambridge City Centre Hotel
Hilton Cambridge City Centre Cambridge
Hilton Cambridge City Centre Hotel Cambridge
Frequently asked questions
Does Hilton Cambridge City Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hilton Cambridge City Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hilton Cambridge City Centre?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a maximum weight of 66 lbs per pet. There's a charge of GBP 45 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of GBP 45 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hilton Cambridge City Centre?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 35 per night. Valet parking costs GBP 35 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hilton Cambridge City Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hilton Cambridge City Centre and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Hilton Cambridge City Centre also has a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Hilton Cambridge City Centre?
Yes, Bass & Bull Restaurant offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Hilton Cambridge City Centre like?
Hilton Cambridge City Centre is in Cambridge City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Emmanuel College and 3 minutes' walk from Cambridge Corn Exchange. Travelers say the local area is good for shopping and very central.
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Reviews
Hilton Cambridge City Centre Reviews
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9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great with a wide selection and excellent quality. (52 reviews)
The air conditioning system was quiet and effective. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2026
The hotel was nice and clean, with friendly staff.
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Great welcome and friendly staff,
kenneth
kenneth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Great spot, friendly staff. Our room was quiet and clean, we would return.
Adél
Adél, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2025
Room was spotless and helpful staff
Sujata
Sujata, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2025
Excellent hotel in an excellent location - everything was clean, the staff were friendly, and the breakfast buffet was very good.
Mitchell
Mitchell, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 25, 2026
Room was large and clean.
Hardly any noise from the road, although our room was above the main entrance and occasionally we heard a funny noise which we think ma
Kate
Kate, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
A city centre hotel that’s a very short walk to a bustling lively Cambridge. Comfortable bed, clean room & helpful reception staff, everyone we met were welcoming & friendly. If you have plans in Cambridge it’s a definite good place to stay.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
Great location
Victoria
Victoria, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2025
Very comfortable, clean, and in a convenient central location.
Murat Antoni
Murat Antoni, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
Excellent location, easy walk to all important places.
James
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
Lovely hotel in the city centre which was very family friendly. I'd certainly stay there again!
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2025
We loved out stay. Breakfast was great and employees super friendly!
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2025
Loved the location Room was clean spacious. The hotel smelled wonderful.
Roberta
Roberta, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2025
The hotel is located in the town centre and an easy walk to the colleges and restaurants.
Frederick
Frederick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
The hotel was lovely - clean and comfy.
Breakfast was great with a wide selection.
Location is very central for everything you would want to do in Cambridge.
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
My stay at Hilton Cambridge was lovely, I've stayed at Hilton hotel many times. The staff were helpful, friendly, the room was nice and spacious. Great location in central Cambridge.
HAWABIBI
HAWABIBI, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
great location, clean and very close from all the main attractions
manuel
manuel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
Excellent location and friendly staff. I will stay with them the next time I go.
William
William, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2025
Handy location for where we needed to be. Quite pricey but room was good, staff friendly and helpful to have car park close by.
Rayhaneh
Rayhaneh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2025
The staff were very attentive from concierge through to waiting staff. The live piano in the bar in the evening was fantastic.
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
The room was very clean, the bed smelt really nice and was comfortable, the valet service was really helpful and polite. The receptionist professional and helpful.
Jumoke
Jumoke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
Excellent location for visiting Cambridge's sites. Excellent buffet breakfast. And excellent dinner menu. Great visit.
Fredricka
Fredricka, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Very helpful staff and convenient location.
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Great hotel. Great bar area. Great location.
Zeb
Zeb, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2025
Clean room, well presented and comfortable.; excellent staff in restaurant, bar, lounge, concierge - really helpful and friendly. This was the outstanding feature of the hotel.
The breakfast had a fine selection to meet all needs.