Historic Cambridge property opens as a member of Radisson Individuals

Radisson Hotel Group welcomes The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals to its portfolio, a distinctive and charming upscale property located in the historic city of Cambridge, featuring 92 bedrooms, each with its own unique and contemporary design. The hotel is a valued addition to the growing Radisson Individuals portfolio and further strengthens its presence in key destinations across the United Kingdom. 

 

Joep Peeters, Chief Operating Officer Franchise EMEA says: “We are delighted to welcome The Gonville Hotel into our Radisson Individuals family. This beautiful and historic property perfectly embodies the spirit of Radisson Individuals offering guests a distinctive stay that celebrates local character, heritage and high-quality hospitality. Its unique blend of history, thoughtful design and exceptional guest experiences makes it a wonderful addition to our growing network of properties across the globe.” 

 

Accommodation 

Steeped in history and brimming with character, The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, began life as a Senior Fellows house in 1830, built by Gonville & Caius College, before transitioning over the decades into the hotel it is today. With 92 boutique bedrooms, ranging from classic, superior and uniquely designed feature rooms, the hotel combines contemporary hospitality with true heritage and character. Eight exclusive feature bedrooms are housed within the historic Gresham House, each individually designed with interiors inspired by the Cambridge University Botanical Gardens, where guests can also enjoy their own private garden. 

 

Dining and bars 

The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, offers two distinct dining and drinking experiences for hotel guests and visitors.  

 

Gonville Kitchen is the hotel's AA Two Rosette restaurant, a distinction recognizing outstanding cooking, serving a vibrant fusion menu from British classics to Mediterranean-inspired dishes, crafted with locally sourced ingredients, and available as a lunch set menu, afternoon tea or à la carte menu. The Long Bar offers a more relaxed setting, perfect to unwind over cocktails, local beers, and an extensive wine list, alongside a casual dining experience. Guests are also treated to complimentary live jazz every Friday and Saturday evening.  

 

Together, the two venues establish the hotel as a destination for both refined culinary experience and a relaxed social atmosphere.  

 

Wellness and leisure 

Within the hotel’s grounds, Gresham House Wellness offers a full menu of luxury ESPA services including massages, facials and body treatments across three wellness spaces, with hotel residents enjoying 20% off services during their stay. The hotel has five unique meeting and event rooms able to accommodate up to 100 guests for meetings, events and celebrations, and the outdoor Gonville Garden makes it a popular and sought-after choice for weddings and special occasions. The property has also been awarded Green Tourism Gold, recognizing the hotel’s commitment to environmentally responsible operations and sustainable hospitality. 

 

The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, is celebrated for the distinctive experiences it offers guests. Complimentary classic Bentley tours give visitors the opportunity to explore Cambridge in a beautifully restored chauffeur-driven vintage Bentley, while bicycles are available for those who prefer to discover the city at their own pace. 

 

Location 

Located in the heart of the charming surroundings of Cambridge, with its stunning architecture and cobbled streets, The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, is ideally positioned overlooking Parker’s Piece and within a 15-minute walk from the city’s museums, cultural attractions and world-famous university colleges. Guests are perfectly placed to enjoy the historic charm of Cambridge, with the River Cam and the iconic Backs all on the doorstep, whilst being conveniently located just one hour’s drive from London via the M11. The city’s excellent rail links from King’s Cross and Liverpool Street stations make the hotel easily accessible for both leisure and business travelers. 

 

David Chaplin, Chairman of The Gonville Hotel said: “We are delighted to join the Radisson Hotels family as a member of Radisson Individuals.  The ‘Radisson Individuals’ brand will enable us to be a fully participating Radisson Hotels member while retaining the family run feel of a Cambridge hotel.  At a time when international reach is increasingly important, we expect that our affiliation with Radisson Hotels will enable us to take the hotel to the next level of guest engagement and provide access to an international customer set through Radisson Hotels whom we look forward to welcoming to the Gonville hotel.” 

 

 

For bookings and hotel details, visit The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals on RadissonHotels.com 

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Hotel name	The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
Brand	Radisson Individuals, part of Radisson Hotel Group
Opening date	27 May 2026
Address	2, Gonville Place, Cambridge, UK
Location	Located opposite Parker’s Piece in the heart of Cambridge city centre   15-minute walk to Cambridge Railway Station   12-minute walk to King’s College and historic Cambridge colleges   10-minute walk to the city centre shopping district   15-minute walk to the River Cam punting stations   15-minute walk to The Fitzwilliam Museum Surrounded by Cambridge’s cafés and restaurants  Easy access to Cambridge University colleges and cultural attractions Approximately 1 hour by train to London King’s Cross
Nearest airport(s)	Stansted Airport: 45min drive
Category	Boutique heritage hotel
Rooms	92 rooms and suites; categories: Cosy Room, Standard Room, Superior Room, Family Room, Premium Room, Gresham Premium Room, Gresham Premium Room with Terrace; Room Size: approx. 16 - 33m²
Dining & Bars	Gonville Kitchen: Restaurant; The Long Bar: Bar
Wellness & Leisure	Wellness Spa
Meetings	Abington, Grantchester, Atrium, Teepee, Terrace
Best of	Business and leisure
Key features	Complimentary tour of Cambridge in a classic Bentley, complimentary bicycle hire to explore the city, Gresham House Wellness Spa in partnership with ESPA, Gonville Kitchen 2 AA Rosette Restaurant.
Sustainability	Green Tourism Gold Award