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Our top choices for The Backs hotels

1. Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Cambridge City Centre, 0.8 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Anne
HK$1,275
HK$1,530 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Wilde Cambridge City Centre

2. West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
Cambridge City Centre, 0.9 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Richard
HK$973
HK$1,168 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

3. The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton
Chesterton, 1.8 km from The Backs
Canada
Michael
HK$1,188
HK$1,426 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

4. Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Petersfield, 1.6 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Gary
HK$1,305
HK$1,566 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Clayton Hotel Cambridge

5. ibis Cambridge Central Station

ibis Cambridge Central Station
Petersfield, 1.7 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Michael
HK$785
HK$942 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
ibis Cambridge Central Station

6. The Regent Aparthotel

The Regent Aparthotel
Cambridge City Centre, 0.7 km from The Backs
Canada
Chantelle
HK$976
HK$1,172 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Regent Aparthotel

7. Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Cambridge City Centre, 0.5 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Stuart
HK$1,275
HK$1,529 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Cambridge City Centre

8. The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
1 km from The Backs
Canada
Iryna
HK$1,310
HK$1,572 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

9. Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Castle, 2.7 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Andrew
HK$624
HK$749 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hyatt Centric Cambridge

10. Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Cambridge City Centre, < 0.1 km from The Backs
United States
Des
HK$1,417
HK$1,700 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

11. University Arms, Autograph Collection

University Arms, Autograph Collection
Cambridge City Centre, 0.7 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Joseph William
HK$1,402
HK$1,683 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
University Arms, Autograph Collection

12. Centennial Hotel

Centennial Hotel
1.5 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
vipul
HK$1,230
HK$1,476 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Centennial Hotel

13. The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

The Hobson Cambridge By Adina
Cambridge City Centre, 0.6 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Jessica
HK$1,262
HK$1,515 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

14. Turing Locke Cambridge

Turing Locke Cambridge
Castle, 2.7 km from The Backs
Japan
Guoqing
HK$598
HK$718 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Turing Locke Cambridge

15. The Varsity Hotel & Spa

The Varsity Hotel & Spa
Cambridge City Centre, 0.9 km from The Backs
United States
Lisa
HK$1,354
HK$1,625 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
The Varsity Hotel & Spa

16. Premier Inn Cambridge North - Girton

Premier Inn Cambridge North - Girton
Castle, 2.6 km from The Backs
United States
JOSE LUIS
HK$492
HK$591 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Premier Inn Cambridge North - Girton

17. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
Cambridge City Centre, 0.6 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Sophie
HK$950
HK$1,140 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge

18. The Waterman

The Waterman
Chesterton, 1.5 km from The Backs
United States
Jessica
HK$707
HK$849 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
The Waterman

19. Rectory Farm

Rectory Farm
Newnham, 3 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
John
HK$747
HK$897 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Rectory Farm

20. YHA Cambridge - Hostel

YHA Cambridge - Hostel
Petersfield, 1.5 km from The Backs
United Kingdom
Adaorah
HK$519
HK$623 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
YHA Cambridge - Hostel
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Lobby sitting area
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
9.6
Exceptional
382 reviews
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Café
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
9.6
Exceptional
205 reviews
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Lobby
The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton
9.4
Exceptional
537 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
9.2
Wonderful
1,010 reviews
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Exterior
ibis Cambridge Central Station
9.0
Wonderful
1,012 reviews
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Top The Backs Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"Self service breakfast was ok but long q for coffee machine as one machine not working."
Paul 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
University Arms, Autograph Collection

University Arms, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"We have stayed many times, and happy to return Clean rooms and facilities, multi choice breakfast and attentive staff Turkish-even during the busy graduation period."
Adedayo 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
University Arms, Autograph Collection
Christs College Cambridge

Christs College Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect room for a single traveller at a good price. Great location in tbe centre of Cambridge. Staff very helpful."
Alison 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Christs College Cambridge
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was nice and located in a great location to access everything around highly recommend"
Nicos 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic location, an excellent example of upgrading a historic property, and a spacious room with a kitchenette. Managing the lights going on and off was tricky at first, but we got it sorted."
Dragan 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Hobson Cambridge By Adina
The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel with clean, updated rooms and attentive, professional staff. We'll be back!"
Gautam 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Thank you "
Fadil 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"Very accommodating staff, I enjoyed my stay and would choose to stay there again. And their room service options tasted absolutely amazing!"
Cherise 6-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Arundel House Hotel

Arundel House Hotel

8/10 Good
"We had ensuite with a bath which was lovely. The room was very clean and the continental breakfast was very generous. Our room overlooked the park and the river which we really enjoyed, the busy road at night not so much but that's because we are not used to it, it was warm and we needed to keep the windows open which let in more noise. The staff could not have been nicer or more helpful. There are stairs everywhere so if you have limited mobility this could be an issue. There are ground floor rooms but to access the breakfast room you do need to go up and down stairs and to enter the hotel from the front. Overall we had a good stay at a very reasonably priced hotel."
Peter 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Arundel House Hotel

Other attractions near The Backs

A grand staircase with ornate columns and statues, leading to a richly decorated room with a large emblem above the entrance.

Fitzwilliam Museum

9.2/10 (377 reviews)
Spend hours discovering more than 4,000 years of art and antiquities in the grand setting of a monumental 19th-century building.
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A historic building with red brick walls, a clock tower, and a statue in the courtyard.

Pembroke College

9.0/10 (40 reviews)
See the early work of architect Sir Christopher Wren when you tour the grounds and chapel of this 14th-century college.
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A modern building with a glass facade, a wooden bridge over a canal, and traditional brick buildings.

Mathematical Bridge

Walk across this 18th-century wooden footbridge that spans the River Cam and connects the two halves of Queens’ College.
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A historic building with arched windows and a large mural.

Queen's College

10.0/10 (1 review)
Spend some time in the grounds of this 15th-century college, a beautiful campus on the River Cam where monarchs and global statesmen received their education.
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Sheep's Green / Lammas Land

Sheep's Green / Lammas Land is just one of the places to see in Cambridge, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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Laundress Green

Explore the great outdoors at Laundress Green, a lovely green space in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
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Little St Mary's Church

After visiting Little St Mary's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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Hobson's Conduit

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hobson's Conduit during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Backs?
The Backs is located in a welcoming area of Cambridge known for its stunning river views and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 202 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near The Backs?
Adjacent to The Backs, Graduate by Hilton Cambridge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Wilde Cambridge City Centre and Christs College Cambridge.
How many hotels will I find near The Backs?
Expedia has 202 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Backs.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Backs, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near The Backs.
What can I see and do near The Backs?
Study the collections at Fitzwilliam Museum, Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences or Whipple Museum of the History of Science. Sights like Church of St Mary the Great, Abbey Stadium and Mathematical Bridge are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Cambridge Corn Exchange, Cambridge Junction and Cambridge Arts Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.