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St John’s College celebrated its 500th Anniversary in 2011. The College was founded on the site of the 13th-century Hospital of St John in Cambridge, expanding over the subsequent five hundred years to become the largest of the Oxford and Cambridge Colleges by area.

St John's has magnificent gardens and extends onto the famous Cambridge Backs beyond the River Cam, with its courts connected by the beautiful Bridge of Sighs. Although the Main Gate of the College leads right into the heart of the city, the College courts provide a serene and peaceful environment for guests.

The Bed and Breakfast offer bedrooms in recently refurbished rooms situated through out the college. These rooms accommodate students during Term time. Both twin and single rooms are available and all have ensuite facilities. Please note that twin rooms have separate single beds in different rooms and are connected with a small lounge. The college does not have double beds within the College.

The College has been awarded a 4* rating by Visit England, for the last three years, the last audit being in September 2020

PLEASE NOTE: THE COLLEGE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 16YRS

Check in: 14:00 (2:00pm) - 23:00 (11:00pm) (arrivals may be allowed outside this window if your travel plans can't be adjusted however this is subject to availability)

Check out: 06:00 (6:00am) - 10:00 (10:00am)

History

St John’s College was founded on the 9th April 1511, its charter is sealed by the executors of the foundress, Lady Margaret Beaufort (mother of King Henry VII) who had begun the process of transforming the ancient hospital of St John the Evangelist, Cambridge, into a college for students in the liberal arts and theology.

College alumni have included the classicist Roger Ascham, the social reformer William Wilberforce, the poet William Wordsworth, the physicist Paul Dirac, and the athlete Christopher Brasher.

Food & beverage

The rate includes a full English Breakfast, served in the Buttery Dining Room between 08.00am -10.00am, which is located in 2nd Court. Bed & Breakfast guests may also use the College Buttery Dining Room (BDR) for evening meals (served daily between 6-7pm) but will have to pay for these meals separately. They cannot be charged to their rooms. Payment is by Credit/debit card only.

The College Bar also located in 2nd Court and is open daily from 17.00pm -21.30pm( from 12.00 noon on weekends), offering a range of International lagers and Local Artisan beers along with a full range of spirits, tea and coffee and also a varied selection of crisps and confectionery. A superb range of wines and champagnes, including the house Champagne Pol Roger and the College's own labelled port and sherry. These make for the perfect gift and a permanent reminder of your stay at St John's. It is one of the best traditional colleges.

Allergy Awareness training has been carried out with the staff. They have Allergy Accreditation. All staff are fully trained in food hygiene to way beyond the minimum level, and there is a continuous training programme for all the Catering Staff. They are members of The Universities Caterers Organisation (TUCO).

Grounds & Gardens

Allow yourself time to walk by the beautiful River Cam which flows through the college, and to view the world-famous Bridge of Sighs of which Queen Victoria was a great admirer.

The gardens are very beautiful and allow time to walk by and see all the flowers.

Other facilities

Rooms are serviced daily and included in the room rate. There are no lifts to any of the rooms. There is also 24hrs security.

Wi-Fi is offered throughout most of the College, it has to go through the University network, and information is included in the folder in the room.

Guests are welcome to view the Chapel and to attend if a public service is taking place.

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Free WiFi

Breakfast included

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Reviews

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Very good experience . Central position for exploring the town. Spacious rooms , even our own little kitchen All was very clean . Fantastic view over college grounds and excellent breakfast in the college buttery. All staff were friendly and helpful. Staying here really enhanced our first visit...
CarolW

A fabulous place to stay. Just one small thing to be aware of - we understood that we would be able to leave bags safely at the porters' lodge prior to check-in and after check-out, but this service was not available. We could leave bags, but not securely.
Anon

Nice big room in a spectacular location. Quiet, comfortable, good WIFI, nice shower, tea & biscuits. Bar and breakfast room at the bottom of the stairs! For less than £100! Ridiculously good. Just a shame I didn't have more time to explore.
GeorgeT

A wonderful opportunity to stay in a Cambridge college, right in the centre of the city when visiting a student studying there. A fabulous sense of history surrounds you when staying in college, it's a unique experience.
Anon

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The college has an amazing atmosphere of course and it was wonderful to stay there. It is also extremely convenient for the city centre.
HelenB

Perfect efficiency apartment. Had to initially walk back and forth between the offices to find where I'd booked through but other than that a lovely stay.
AmandaM

Fantastic way to experience Cambridge from the eyes of a student. Beautiful campus.
Anon

Lovely setting naturally, clean with good facilities. Breakfast was very good.
Anon

Lovely staff, good room, great breakfast. Thank you. Will be back (again).
PaulineM

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Facilities & information

Summary

16th century buildings

Breakfast included

Public car parking for a charge (nearby)

No parking

No smoking

Historic property

Facilities

Free broadband access (wired)

Free broadband access (wifi)

Shared gardens

24 hour security

Linen included

Towels included

Hair dryers

Central heating

Food

Cooked breakfast (included)

Bar

Recreations

Recommended walks

Pub (walking distance)

Museums (walking distance)

Historic houses

Gardens

Theatre (walking distance)

Arrival information & directions

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Address: St John's College, St John's Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CambridgeCB2 1TP, United Kingdom

On arrival, please check-in at the Forecourt Porters Lodge situated on the corner of Bridge Street and St John’s Street. If coming by train, taxis are positioned outside the station concourse and if you ask to be dropped off at Forecourt Porters Lodge. If arriving early, luggage may be left at the Forecourt Porters Lodge and the Porters can also store your baggage following check-out, whilst you have a last look around the College or City.

Please show your booking confirmation to Porter, who will provide you with your room keys, a map of the College and direct you to your room.

Despite the term “Porters”, it is not part of a College Porter’s duties to handle luggage. You must carry your own luggage to your room. The Forecourt porters Lodge is open 24 hours.

On arrival, all Guests are required under the Immigration (Hotel Records) Order 1972 to complete a registration form giving full name and address and nationality. Non-UK guests will also be required to provide the number and place of issue of their passport, their nationality and their next destination. These records must be kept for at least 12 months and be available for inspection by any police officer.

Travel information:

There are two rail stations in Cambridge, you require the main station and not Cambridge North.

The College is unable to offer parking on site, Parking is available at the Park and Ride on Madingley Road on the A428 nad just off the M11 or Newmarket Road with the bus from both of these locations dropping off just outside the College on Bridge Street.

The main Railway Station is approximately a 30-40 minute walk from St Johns, or there are various bus services, Nos 5 or 6, which will get you close to the College. There is also a taxi service available outside the Railway Station which is approximately £10.

The Coach terminal, in the centre of the city, is a 10-minute walk to the College.

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