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Our top choices for Great Shelford hostels

Terrace/patio
Christs College Cambridge

Christs College Cambridge

Christs College Cambridge
3.0 star property
Cambridge City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (571)
"Always great value in a fantastic location."
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is AED 326
AED 391 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Christs College Cambridge
Front of property
YHA Cambridge - Hostel

YHA Cambridge - Hostel

YHA Cambridge - Hostel
4.0 star property
Petersfield
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (233)
"Staff were extremely helpful and kind. Room was clean and tidy. Service was very good. 10/10 stay for seeing Cambridge. "
United States
Samuel
The price is AED 183
AED 220 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
YHA Cambridge - Hostel
Cafe
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
Cambridge City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (191)
"Clean chic room with nice view. Staff was friendly."
Japan
Merisa
The price is AED 557
AED 669 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
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Top Great Shelford Hotel Reviews

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Clean comfortable easy"
Katie 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Great Shelford?
You might like the room rates at this top lodging option in the area, which has positive reviews from our customers: Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport - 18.5 mi (29.8 km) from the heart of Great Shelford. Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Cambridge. Guests can enjoy a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and an elevator at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Great Shelford?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Great Shelford is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do in Great Shelford?
Get out into nature with places like Parker's Piece, Cambridge University Botanic Garden, and Midsummer Common. Cultural attractions include Cambridge Junction, Imperial War Museum Duxford, and Fitzwilliam Museum. Locals like to shop at Mill Road and Grand Arcade Shopping Centre.
What's the best way to get to and around Great Shelford while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Great Shelford on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Cambridge (CBG), 4.6 mi (7.4 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Stansted Airport (STN), located 18.7 mi (30 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. If you're eager to check out more of the surrounding area, head over to Shelford Station to catch a train.