Best conference venues in Cambridge
Ranked by verified guest ratings, capacity data and quality scores — not paid placement.
13 conference venues in Cambridge are listed on Jigsaw Venues; day delegate rates start from £40 per person (from 85 venues with published pricing). The 2026 shortlist below ranks the top 10.
1Wimpole Hall
Arrington, SG8 0BW · 200–300 guestsGuide £360 ppMagnificent 18th-century mansion offering elegant event spaces in spectacular parkland setting near Cambridge.
2Holiday Inn Express Cambridge
15-17 Norman Way, CB1 3LH · 60–80 guestsGuide £90 ppModern business hotel in Cambridge with meeting facilities, free WiFi, and complimentary breakfast near the city centre.
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Holiday Inn Cambridge
Downing Street, CB2 3DT · 80–120 guestsGuide £200 ppModern city centre hotel offering versatile meeting spaces and accommodation in the heart of historic Cambridge.
4The Cambridge Corn Exchange
Wheeler Street, CB2 3QB · Up to 1800 guestsGuide £170 ppHistoric entertainment venue in Cambridge city centre offering flexible event spaces for conferences, concerts and special events.
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Express By Holiday Inn Cambridge Coldmans Business Park
Coldham's Business Park, CB1 3LH · 80–120 guestsGuide £180 ppModern business hotel in Cambridge with meeting rooms, free WiFi and breakfast, ideal for corporate events and conferences.
6Cambridge Lodge Hotel
139 Huntingdon Road, CB3 0DQ · 100–120 guestsGuide £140 ppModern hotel in Cambridge offering meeting rooms, restaurant dining, and comfortable accommodation near the city centre.
7Cambridge City Hotel
Downing Street, CB2 3DT · 100–120 guestsGuide £160 ppContemporary hotel in Cambridge city centre with modern conference facilities and proximity to university colleges.
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Holiday Inn Cambridge City Centre
Downing Street, CB2 3DT · 100–120 guestsGuide £110 ppContemporary city centre hotel offering flexible meeting spaces and accommodation in the heart of historic Cambridge.
9Arundel House Hotel
53 Chesterton Road, CB4 3AN · Up to 120 guestsGuide £190 ppVictorian hotel on the River Cam offering elegant meeting spaces and riverside dining in central Cambridge.
10Menzies Hotel Cambridge
20 Downing Street, CB2 3DT · 80–120 guestsGuide £150 ppContemporary hotel in central Cambridge offering modern meeting facilities and comfortable accommodations near the historic city center.
Frequently asked questions
How many conference venues are there in Cambridge?
Jigsaw Venues lists 13 conference venues in Cambridge; this shortlist ranks the top 10 by verified guest ratings, capacity data and quality scores.
How much do conference venues in Cambridge cost?
Day delegate rates in Cambridge start from £40 per person across 85 venues with published pricing. Send a brief for negotiated figures.
Is the shortlist independent?
Yes — ranking uses verified data only. Jigsaw Venues is free to organisers; venues pay a success fee when a booking is confirmed.
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