Selwyn College, Cambridge

University residence
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4.4 (278)
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Old Court
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Ann's Court twin ensuite
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Dining Hall
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Cripps Court single ensuite
Cripps Court single ensuite
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Ann's Court single ensuite
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Cripps Court single ensuite
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College Gardens
College Gardens
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Ann's Court single ensuite
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Ann's Court single ensuite
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Ann's Court twin ensuite
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Cripps Court single ensuite
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Borradaile Room
Borradaile Room
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Overview

Selwyn College offers a warm welcome and a combination of recently refurbished ensuite accommodation and traditional bedrooms in Old Court with shared bathroom facilities. Located on Grange Road within easy access to the M11, next to the University's Sidgwick Site and just a stroll away from the vibrant centre of Cambridge. The Porters' Lodge and Dining Hall in the historic Old Court add a touch of tradition to your Cambridge experience.

The College offers single and twin-bedded ensuite rooms with a shower. Also provided is bedding (two pillows and duvet), a bath towel, complimentary toiletries, plus tea and coffee-making facilities in the room.


Check in: 14:00 (2:00pm) Onwards (no arrivals allowed outside this window)

Check out: 00:00 (12:00am) - 09:30 (9:30am)



History

Selwyn College takes its name from George Augustus Selwyn, who was the first Bishop of New Zealand from 1841 to 1868 and later Bishop of Lichfield, and in whose memory the College was founded. The College crest incorporates the Selwyn family arms and those of the Diocese of Lichfield. Selwyn was one of the first colleges to become mixed, admitting women in 1976.

Food & beverage

A full English and continental breakfast is available from the self-service cafeteria from 7.45am - 9.30am and is generally eaten in the Dining Hall. Tea and filter coffee are included; barista drinks may be available at an additional charge. 

The Cafeteria is open from 7.45am - 7pm and visitors are welcome to use the self-service facility on a pay-as-you-eat basis. The Cafeteria has a selection of drinks, hot food, snacks and sandwiches as well as non-food items such as toiletries, batteries and common medicines.

During vacation periods, the College bar is typically open from 6pm - 11pm, Monday to Saturday. However, occasional variations do apply, please check locally. 

Whilst there are small kitchenettes (gyp rooms) on each floor, these are private student areas and not available to guests. Tea and coffee-making facilities are provided in each bedroom.

Grounds & Gardens

Visitors are welcome to use the College gardens but are requested not to walk on the grass in Old Court or Ann's Court, to enter the Fellows' and Master's garden or to play games, Frisbee etc in the gardens.

Other facilities

WiFi internet access is free of charge.

Laundry facilities are available on-site at an additional charge.

Please note the College operates a cashless payment system.

Reviews

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Service
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This was my first stay in Selwyn and it was so enjoyable. It offers a lovely combination of tranquility but also the stimulus of a Cambridge college. An unexpected bonus is that I could eat lunch and dinner in the servery in addition to breakfast, that latter already included in the fee. The first two meals were also excellent value while dining in the Hall offered a distinctive setting with the possibility of interesting conversation

AndyE

Stayed for a night in an ensuite single room. While a Classic student room, it was comfortable and had a good strong shower which was all I needed. Breakfast had all the usual options of yoghurt, fruit, cereals and full English if you wanted it. I like that we can support the University by staying in their surplus accommodation.

Anon

Hello- overall, I found that staying here was a nice experience. I did, however, find that the toilet on my floor was dirty, and I had ask at the porter's lodge for someone to come by and clean it. The room also could have used clothes hangers, I had to borrow 5 of them from the Porter's lodge.

RolandH

Very friendly and helpful staff at Porter's lodge, the dining hall and wonderful room service staff made our stay extra special. A lovely college with very good food and delightful gardens. Would choose Selwyn college again.

LyndaM

It was a very positive experience. All employees that I met, both in Porter's Lodge and the very nice Dining Hall were very friendly and service minded. I will recommend staying at Selwyn College without any reservations.

EspenT

A wonderful college accommodation experience — beautiful surroundings, decent breakfast, and very friendly staff. Cambridge itself is small, so it's easy to get anywhere.

Anon

As an alumni, it was excellent to be back at Cambridge and Selwyn. . A single "simple" student room is a bit pricey compared to a more plush hotel room!

GarethA

Lack of ensuite facilities was inconvenient. But the college grounds and cafe are very relaxing and the staff are friendly and helpful.

Anon

Room very clean. Especially helpful and courteous staff. Thank you.

Anon
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Facilities & information

Summary

19th-century buildings

20th-century buildings

21st-century buildings

Public parking nearby (free)

Public car parking for a charge (nearby)

No parking

No smoking

Bed only (no kitchen facilities)

No Official Rating

Historic property

Lifts

Food

Cafe on site

Bar

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Shared gardens

Luggage storage

24 hour security

Linen included

Towels included

Iron/ironing board

Clothes dryer

Washing machine

Bicycle storage

Bring your own travel cot

First aid / doctor on site

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Museums (walking distance)

Historic Houses

Gardens

Golf course (a short drive)

Tennis courts (walking distance)

Recommended restaurants (walking distance)

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information & directions

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Address: Grange Road, Cambridge, CambridgeCB3 9DQ, United Kingdom

On arrival, please go to the Porters' Lodge with your booking confirmation where you will be given the key and directions to your room. You may also be asked to provide your ID upon check-in.

Despite the term “Porters”, it is not part of a College Porter’s duties to handle luggage. You will need to carry your own luggage to your room.

Please vacate your room and return the keys to the Porters' Lodge on the day of departure by 9.30am to enable the rooms to be serviced for incoming guests.

Directions:

By Car: The easiest way to approach the College by road from the north, south or east is from Junction 12 of the M11. Take the A603 (Barton Road) towards Cambridge. Pass Wolfson College on the left. About 1.5 miles from the M11 you will reach the traffic lights of a pedestrian crossing. Turn left into Grange Road directly after this pedestrian crossing opposite the Hat and Feathers public house. Continue down Grange Road and go straight over the T junction with Sidgwick Avenue and Selwyn College is immediately on the right-hand side. Parking is not permitted in the Fellows' car park in front of the Porters' Lodge.

Unfortunately, Selwyn College does not offer on-site parking. Free car parking is available on some of the roads surrounding the College. 

By Train: Taxis are available for hire from outside Cambridge railway station and the fare should cost under £10 from the station to the College. Regular buses run from the railway station to the city centre.

By Bus: Take a Citi 4 or Uni 4 bus from Emmanuel Street stop 4 destined for "Madingley" or "Cambourne" to reach West Road and Grange Road with stops close to the College.

By Air: You can travel to Cambridge by rail, coach or taxi. Stansted is the closest major airport about 40 minutes away.

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