The Best Hotels Closest to The Backs in Cambridge - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for The Backs hotels

A room with a large ornate mirror, a chandelier, a bed with red and grey pillows, a chair, and a table with a lamp.

1. Worth House

Chesterton, 2 km from The Backs

ALLAN

฿5,970 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outside.

2. Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Cambridge City Centre, 0.8 km from The Backs

robert

฿6,513 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a sofa, and a brick wall.

3. West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

Cambridge City Centre, 0.9 km from The Backs

Ruth

฿5,504 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass wall, a central column, and multiple seating areas.

4. The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

Chesterton, 1.8 km from The Backs

Darrell

฿6,074 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern room with a large window, a dining table, two green armchairs, and a kitchen area.

5. The Regent Aparthotel

Cambridge City Centre, 0.7 km from The Backs

Jeff

฿4,753 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

6. Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Petersfield, 1.6 km from The Backs

Oliver

฿6,188 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with 'ibis' branding, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

7. ibis Cambridge Central Station

Petersfield, 1.7 km from The Backs

Alexander

฿4,026 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern restaurant interior with high ceilings, exposed ductwork, and a long wooden bar counter.

8. Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Castle, 2.7 km from The Backs

Elaine

฿4,026 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a marble countertop, and decorative plants.

9. Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Cambridge City Centre, 0.5 km from The Backs

Stuart

฿6,780 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central decorative column, and potted plants.

10. The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

1 km from The Backs

Yvonne Alejandra

฿6,965 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A spacious indoor area with brick walls, large arched windows, and a high ceiling with a skylight. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs, and several potted plants.

11. The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

Cambridge City Centre, 0.6 km from The Backs

Peter

฿5,642 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a decorative ceiling, and a reception desk with a 'Graduate' sign.

12. Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Cambridge City Centre, 0.2 km from The Backs

Mark

฿7,266 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A neatly made bed with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a nightstand with a phone and books.

13. Centennial Hotel

1.5 km from The Backs

Ahmad

฿6,558 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

14. Premier Inn Cambridge North - Girton

Castle, 2.6 km from The Backs

JOSE LUIS

฿2,850 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A grand hallway with a marble floor, a central red upholstered bench, and a reception desk.

15. University Arms, Autograph Collection

Cambridge City Centre, 0.7 km from The Backs

Jessica

฿8,051 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, hanging wicker lamps, and a bar area.

16. Turing Locke Cambridge

Castle, 2.7 km from The Backs

Kirstine

฿3,483 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A brick building with large windows and outdoor seating.

17. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge

Cambridge City Centre, 0.6 km from The Backs

Sandra

฿5,821 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spa room with a hot tub, wicker furniture, and a view of a historic building.

18. The Varsity Hotel & Spa

Cambridge City Centre, 0.9 km from The Backs

Rob

฿6,965 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

The entrance of Holiday Inn Express with a glass door, potted plants, and a bench outside.

19. Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Romsey, 2.8 km from The Backs

Nigel

฿2,442 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with leather sofas, a vintage suitcase, and framed certificates on the wall.

20. YHA Cambridge - Hostel

Petersfield, 1.5 km from The Backs

Nicole

฿2,081 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Worth House 4.0 star property Chesterton, 2 km from The Backs View	Wilde Cambridge City Centre 4.0 star property Cambridge City Centre, 0.8 km from The Backs View	West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation 2.0 star property Cambridge City Centre, 0.9 km from The Backs View	The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton 4.0 star property Chesterton, 1.8 km from The Backs View	The Regent Aparthotel 3.5 star property Cambridge City Centre, 0.7 km from The Backs View
10.0 Exceptional 154 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 461 reviews	9.6 Exceptional 216 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 583 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 311 reviews
The price is ฿4,975 ฿5,970 total includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov	The price is ฿5,428 ฿6,513 total includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov	The price is ฿4,586 ฿5,504 total includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov	The price is ฿5,062 ฿6,074 total includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov	The price is ฿3,961 ฿4,753 total includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov
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Top The Backs Hotel Reviews

Centennial Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room. Very friendly staff"

ibis Cambridge Central Station

10/10 Excellent

"This is a fantastic hotel, with a great staff and location. I would definitely stay there again. The room is on the small side, but adequate; the staff are kind and friendly; the lobby cafe is excellent (we ate two meals there), and it's perfectly located next to the train station and within easy walking or bus distance of Cambridge town."

Other attractions near The Backs

A historic building with classical architecture, including columns and arches.

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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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 200 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 University Arms, Autograph Collection.

How many hotels will I find near The Backs?

Expedia has 200 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, Whipple Museum of the History of Science or Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences. Sights like Bridge of Sighs, Abbey Stadium and Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Cambridge Arts Theatre, Cambridge Corn Exchange and Cambridge Junction if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for The Backs hotels

1. Worth House

2. Wilde Cambridge City Centre

3. West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

4. The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

5. The Regent Aparthotel

6. Clayton Hotel Cambridge

7. ibis Cambridge Central Station

8. Hyatt Centric Cambridge

9. Hilton Cambridge City Centre

10. The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

11. The Hobson Cambridge By Adina

12. Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

13. Centennial Hotel

14. Premier Inn Cambridge North - Girton

15. University Arms, Autograph Collection

16. Turing Locke Cambridge

17. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge

18. The Varsity Hotel & Spa

19. Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

20. YHA Cambridge - Hostel

Compare top hotels near The Backs

Worth House

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Regent Aparthotel

Top The Backs Hotel Reviews

Centennial Hotel

Other attractions near The Backs

Fitzwilliam Museum

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