Located directly opposite the famous Parker's Piece and just a short walk from the city's many colleges and historic greens, Gonville Hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring Cambridge. From the exquisite dcor in every room to complimentary tours of the city in our classic coach-built Bentleys, experience is at the heart of every stay.
You can even take a Gonville bicycle to see the city under your own steam, very Cambridge indeed! Gonville Hotel offers two delicious dining options. A fine-dining restaurant with a British seasonal menu, perfect for special occasions. And our more relaxed, alfresco Garden Restaurant which offers a safe indoor/outdoor experience in an upscale casual environment.
You can even take a Gonville bicycle to see the city under your own steam, very Cambridge indeed! Gonville Hotel offers two delicious dining options. A fine-dining restaurant with a British seasonal menu, perfect for special occasions. And our more relaxed, alfresco Garden Restaurant which offers a safe indoor/outdoor experience in an upscale casual environment.
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From the south via M11, (12.6 miles) at junction 11, take the A10 to A1309/Cambridge (south), then take the A603 (Trumpington Rd) to Cambridge. At the roundabout, take the third exit onto A1309, keep right and continue on the A1134. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Lensfield Rd/A603. At the traffic light, go straight ahead onto Gonville Place.
Considerable care has gone into restoring Gresham House, a Victorian Villa within central Cambridge's conservation area. We have worked closely with restoration experts to ensure the property retains its period charm. You can enjoy solace from the hustle and bustle of the outside world in our relaxing space.
Our gift vouchers can be redeemed against almost anything in the hotel from Beauty treatments, ESPA products, hotel accommodation through to dining experiences. They are packaged in a beautiful gift box, wrapped in tissue with a brochure and a card for you to personalize. From facials and massages to waxing, nail treatments and everything inbetween, our Wellness Rooms at Gresham House offer luxurious treatments to replenish the mind and body.
Restore and nourish in a complete sense with this inspired collection of personalised treatments from world-renowned spa experts, ESPA. Results focused facials, high-performance body treatments, immersive massages and signature rituals await, to nurture your body, calm your mind and leave skin looking radiantly and naturally beautiful.
Built in late 1880's, Gresham House was purchased by the Gonville Hotel in 2002. Following months of extensive refurbishment and painstaking restoration work to original features, Gresham House offers eight luxurious floral themed bedrooms. Each room has been individually designed to offer premium comfort with state of the art Smart TV's, Bose speakers, Cashmere beds and ESPA toiletries to compliment stunning period features.
Reviews (17)
Jen H.
Dec 24, 2021
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Aksara Inamdar
Dec 22, 2021
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I’ve not stayed here, however I’ve dined here a fair few times. Although the hotel is beautiful and well-placed in terms of location, the food has always been a bit bland and disappointing up until recently.
Since having launched their dining on the lawn earlier this year I’ve become a more frequent visitor as it’s such a beautiful spot for a birthday celebration, or just somewhere a little different and unique in terms of decor. I also appreciate that all of the doors are automatic and touch-free.
They introduced their hot stone dining just before Christmas and I’m a big fan! The only
Since having launched their dining on the lawn earlier this year I’ve become a more frequent visitor as it’s such a beautiful spot for a birthday celebration, or just somewhere a little different and unique in terms of decor. I also appreciate that all of the doors are automatic and touch-free.
They introduced their hot stone dining just before Christmas and I’m a big fan! The only
Lucy Rose
Dec 17, 2021
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We went for dinner here in the outside tent and I have never experienced a) such bad service and attitude from waiters or b) such bad food.
We were served chips and salad along with very thin slices of meat we had to cook ourselves, needless to say the hot food was cold by the time the meat was cooked. The meat was plain with no flavour, I may as well have stayed home and cooked my own dinner rather than being charged to do it for myself in a restaurant.
The waiters rolled their eyes when we asked if we could order drinks and then again when we asked if they could clear the glasses and bottles
We were served chips and salad along with very thin slices of meat we had to cook ourselves, needless to say the hot food was cold by the time the meat was cooked. The meat was plain with no flavour, I may as well have stayed home and cooked my own dinner rather than being charged to do it for myself in a restaurant.
The waiters rolled their eyes when we asked if we could order drinks and then again when we asked if they could clear the glasses and bottles
Stephen Woodman
Dec 14, 2021
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Very hard to fault anything on my recent one night stay. On arrival, receptionist was efficient and helpful and very vigilant of covid procedures. The room was very comfortable (see photos) and the walk in shower was fantastic. Tables in the bar and restaurant were generally well spaced out and.the serving staff, polite and quick. My only gripe in the evening would be with bar staff not always wearing their masks properly.
Breakfast was excellent with a huge selection of cold and hot options, as well as juices and fruit. Usual challenge with the 'toaster' but isn't the case in every hotel?
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Breakfast was excellent with a huge selection of cold and hot options, as well as juices and fruit. Usual challenge with the 'toaster' but isn't the case in every hotel?
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Kay Frankson
Dec 04, 2021
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Lovely hotel with excellent customer service. Great breakfast, special hot meal made for us as vegans, also oat milk both at breakfast and in our room for hot drinks! Can't fault the room and enjoyed a good spa treatment. Ideally situated to see Cambridge and close to the railway station. Can highly recommend.
H. F.
Nov 24, 2021
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Bethany Mcnulty
Oct 18, 2021
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June Butcher
Aug 24, 2021
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Wonderful staff, very professional and super-attentive. Beautiful decor throughout and spotlessly clean everywhere. We had morning coffee in the bar area, and later a very tasty and well-priced lunch on the lawn. Enjoyed a superb massage from Jess at Gresham House, the spa attached to The Gonville. My friend and I spent the entire day at this hotel, such was the welcome, ambience and service. Would definitely recommend.
Mike Finch
Aug 16, 2021
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Great hotel in a great location. Overall very pleased with the hotel, location, food, and service. Didn't quite make 5 stars for a few minor things.
- Our room was very clean and well presented, but we had some drinks in the room on our first night, which were not removed the next day after house keeping had been, and in fact stayed in the room for 2 nights. We could have put them in the corridor, but we stayed in Gresham House part of the hotel and the corridors were not that wide.
- Noise when in the room was quite bad from the people in next door - I know this is not just down to the hotel
- Our room was very clean and well presented, but we had some drinks in the room on our first night, which were not removed the next day after house keeping had been, and in fact stayed in the room for 2 nights. We could have put them in the corridor, but we stayed in Gresham House part of the hotel and the corridors were not that wide.
- Noise when in the room was quite bad from the people in next door - I know this is not just down to the hotel
Kyle P.
Sep 16, 2019
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Terrible service and no empathy. I booked a hotel for October to go to my friends wedding. The wedding was cancelled and the hotel refuses any refund with multiple weeks notice of cancel. They say I booked a guaranteed rate through hotels.com and they won't make any exception for the extenuating circumstances. The manager was incredibly rude, offered no condolences for the situation, and seemed to enjoy delivering the bad news in my opinion. One of the employees promised me the day before if I called back and explained the circumstances that the hotel would refund me. Now I've wasted
Lulu Y.
Aug 12, 2019
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The 5 stars are for the bartender Louis. He makes THE BEST Cucumber Collins, White Russian, and Burned Breakfast. He is also one of the nicest guys I've talked to - super caring and patient. When I couldn't decide what to get, he recommended drinks that became my instant favs! His Cucumber Collins also turned me into a Gin lover. I've had nice bartenders back in the US, but Louis is totally at the next level. I wish my trip was longer, and although I've just been back home for a couple of days, I'm already craving those delicious drinks and the great experience. Thank you
Mercedes D.
Feb 24, 2018
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I loved this hotel! The staff was welcoming and the layout clean and comfortable. Their food and breakfast buffet: delicious. They have a vintage Bentley and a gallant Chauffer, Elliott, who is charming and always willing to drive you to a nearby location. They have bikes to loan out to their guests which makes for a wonderful Saturday past time especially when the weather is nice (which it was!). I am definitely going back. Keep up the great hospitality.
Celeste P.
Oct 06, 2017
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Positions itself as a boutique, luxury hotel on its website. It is not. The common areas have recently been renovated.... and are fine. But the rooms are TINY and need a refresh.
I booked a room with a King bed, 3 months in advance with a specific note around why we needed a King (exceptionally tall partner). I paid close to USD$300 for a room that
- had two separated single beds
- had no wardrobe
- had nowhere to put bags, the space was so small we had to move them around to open and close the door
- didn't have working wifi
- the bathroom was so small that there was nowhere to put
I booked a room with a King bed, 3 months in advance with a specific note around why we needed a King (exceptionally tall partner). I paid close to USD$300 for a room that
- had two separated single beds
- had no wardrobe
- had nowhere to put bags, the space was so small we had to move them around to open and close the door
- didn't have working wifi
- the bathroom was so small that there was nowhere to put
Smart G.
May 22, 2014
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Henrik P.
Sep 24, 2012
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Qype User Weddin
Oct 27, 2011
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Brad D.
Mar 26, 2011
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Good location but an unreasonably dated hotel that was a poor value. No irons in the room. If you call and request an iron you'll get it for the day but then it will be reclaimed by the staff while your out. Call again each and every morning for the iron or iron everything you want ironed at one time. Uncomfortable bed. I stay in a hotel 2-3 times a month on travel over the past 10 years and this is the worst I've stayed in.
