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YHA Cambridge - Hostel

4.0 star property
YHA Cambridge - Hostel provides travelers a genuine home base where morning coffee transitions seamlessly to evening meals shared with fellow adventurers

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Located in central Cambridge, YHA Cambridge - Hostel offers meals all day at Scholars Cafe & Bar. Guests can relax on the terrace, stroll through the garden, use laundry facilities, and enjoy free WiFi in common areas. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £40
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Room (2 Bed Private)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Daily housekeeping
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Room (2 Bed Private Ensuite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Room (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Daily housekeeping
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Room (4 Bed Private Ensuite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Room (4 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Single Room

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Heating
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Room (4 Bed Double Private)

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Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Room (5 Bed Double Private)

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Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Room (6 Bed Private)

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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Room (5 Bed Double Private Ensuite)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Room (6 Bed Private Ensuite)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Petersfield, a neighbourhood in Cambridge, is home to YHA Cambridge - Hostel. Mill Road and Grand Arcade Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Coton Country Park and Orwell Clunch Pit. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Fenner's, or consider a night out at Burwell House. Visit our Cambridge travel guide
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97 Tenison Road, Cambridge, England, CB1 2DN

What's nearby

  • Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    University of Cambridge
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Parker\'s Piece showing cycling and a garden
    Parker's Piece
    8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes
    Cambridge Corn Exchange
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mill Road
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Anglia Ruskin University
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station
    5 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    104 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffè Nero
    5 min walk
  • Old Ticket Office
    5 min walk
  • Pret A Manger
    4 min walk
  • Scott's
    7 min walk
  • Bould Brothers Coffee
    6 min walk

About this property

YHA Cambridge - Hostel

Upscale hostel near University of Cambridge
At YHA Cambridge - Hostel, you can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Scholars Cafe & Bar, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • Secured bike storage, a TV in reception and smoke-free property
Extra amenities include:
  • Grab bars near toilets and bathroom emergency pull cords
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Scholars Cafe & Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.95 for adults and from GBP 5.95 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA Cambridge Hostel
YHA Cambridge
Yha Cambridge Hostel Cambridge
YHA Cambridge - Hostel Cambridge
YHA Cambridge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Cambridge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Cambridge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Cambridge - Hostel?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Cambridge - Hostel on 19 Mar 2026 start from £40, including 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.

How much is parking at YHA Cambridge - Hostel?

YHA Cambridge - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at YHA Cambridge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at YHA Cambridge - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Cambridge - Hostel located?

Located in Petersfield, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Cambridge Muslim Welfare Society and University of Cambridge. Mill Road and University Botanic Gardens are also within 10 minutes. Cambridge Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

YHA Cambridge - Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 237 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and kind. Room was clean and tidy. Service was very good. 10/10 stay for seeing Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

ChungYanKitty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasalua

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable cheap and cheerful and close to the station, if you can live with a bunk bed this is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

Excellent option for Stansted Airport

Hostel was spotless and the bed so comfy. Excellent breakfast options available.I was looking somewhere with good location and price after flying into Stansted airport - which is only 40 minutes away by train. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ingrid Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it´s very close to the train station. good facilities, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Way Han

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location within walking distance of the train station and bus station stop. Staff is friendly and informative.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place for a good value stay. Beds not comfortable and room really basic and tired looking but couldn’t really expect more for the price. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hiroyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable, clean. Large kitchen. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very good. It was close to the train station and in an area with plenty of food options. It was also only a short walk to the historic college area. There is a locker provided in the rooms but you must provide your own lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

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

Summer stay

Cannot fault the cleanliness, the staff, the room (although smaller than expected for 4 people). The only complaint we had was the heat in the room that built up during the day and the room did not cool down enough at night, making the nights too warm and even sweaty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Correct

Good for the price. Every rooms are small, including toilets and shared kitchen. Rooms are too hot but clean and beds confortable. Hostel is well located near the station.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Yiqing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. And room were quiet. The only thing that is not satisfactory is the bed is very small, and no curtains around the bed without privacy, no USB outlet for charging, needs UK adapter, and for tall people the lower bed can not sit up without hitting the top bunker. Bathroom and toilet room very clean yet extremely small.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great common areas, including a highly functional kitchen (although you'll need pocket knives) and a quiet living room and courtyard. Good secure bike storage. Laundry is cheaper than actual laundromats. The cleaning staff are incredibly hard working and their efforts are impressive to see. Cambridge is small, so it's a short walk or bike to most places.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great value for money

Really high value for money if one expects a place with a cozy atmosphere, clean and modern facilities, kind staff and in a great, quiet location just a short walk from the train station and the center. If anything, the heater in the lounge wasn't working and so it was a bit too cold to sit in that room, while one of the shared showers had an issue with the drain so water was everywhere. Still, would pick this place without hesitance next time I visit Cambridge!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Maeve

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

Really nice convenient and safe

Really nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

George

Liked: Staff & service
The food is acceptable, the stable odor exists in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tao

Liked: Staff & service
good price for the place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

SIMON

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The place can get noisy at night when you're trying to sleep - due to noisy doors mostly. The toilets are tiny and small too. The room we stayed in was too hot and you can't cool it down with the window open too well. The beds and pillows were rock hard - super uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tuncay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The rooms are so bright for sleeping. The towels are extra—no lock for the lockers.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Georgine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Arizona loves the property

The place is wonderful for a stay. But the room was really warm. The food establishment was good and quite convenient. The hostel was a Good location as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARGARITA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location. Just 7 minutes from the train station. Always wish the hostel has curtains. This one doesn’t. Staff was amazing. Washrooms and showers could have been kept up more. Kitchen is midsize but has too many benches so its hard to get around. Continental breakfast was very good and there is a full British breakfast available for a higher price. Over will recommend and seek out another one in another location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good position, good staff, close to transport and all you Need. Good job!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Doak M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good price. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Back packers gem.

Top value for money, fab position, great staff, friendly most basic accommodation, nice to have kitchen and laundry. but don’t forget your ear plugs, face mask, and if you need a soft bed pack a topper. But a bit of a gem really.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022