Castle Street is a well-regarded student accommodation at Castle Park, Castle Street, Cambridge CB3 0SZ, run by Collegiate in partnership with Lucy Cavendish College, with 355 beds across self-contained studios. It is about a 10-minute walk from the University of Cambridge, an 8-minute bike ride from Anglia Ruskin University, and just a stone’s throw from the historic city centre. With a sauna, a 24/7 gym, a club lounge, a conservatory with a pool table, and a landscaped courtyard, it is one of Cambridge’s more amenity-rich PBSA options. This guide covers the studios, prices, location, amenities and who Castle Street suits.
Castle Street
| Item | Details |
| Address | Castle Park, Castle Street, Cambridge CB3 0SZ |
| Operator | Collegiate (partnered with Lucy Cavendish College) |
| Beds | 355 |
| Room types | Self-contained studios (Deluxe Double, Deluxe Plus Double, Luxury Double, Deluxe Plus Twin) |
| Walk to University of Cambridge | About 10 minutes (0.8 miles) |
| Bike to Anglia Ruskin University | About 8 minutes |
| Walk to St John’s College | About 10 minutes |
| Guide price | From around £249 per week |
| Bills | All-inclusive |
The studios and prices
Castle Street offers exclusively self-contained studios, giving every resident full privacy and independence. Room tiers include the Deluxe Double Studio, Deluxe Plus Double Studio, Luxury Double Studio and Deluxe Plus Twin Studio (with two single beds placed together, on the ground floor, outward-facing). Every studio includes a bedroom with a double bed, desk, chair, wardrobe and iron; an en-suite bathroom with a shower, wash basin and toilet; and a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, hob, fridge-freezer, toaster and kettle. Rent is bill-inclusive, covering utilities, and a kitchen and bed starter pack is provided to help you settle in. Regular cleaning and a linen service are also included. Rent starts from around £249 per week, depending on the studio tier, so confirm current prices at booking.
Location and getting around
Castle Street sits just a stone’s throw from historic Cambridge city centre and close to the University of Cambridge’s main buildings and library, which is why it is often described as one of the best places to live and learn in the city. The University of Cambridge is about a 10-minute walk (0.8 miles), St John’s College around 10 minutes, and Lucy Cavendish College just 6 minutes away, while Anglia Ruskin University is an 8-minute bike ride away. Alexandra Gardens is an 8-minute walk for study breaks or picnics, and the historic Castle Mound is just 4 minutes away with views over the city. Local restaurants (Pakka, The Architect, Meghna) and pubs (The Grapes, Sir Isaac Newton, The Castle Inn) are all within a few minutes’ walk. There is no on-site parking, but a pay-and-display car park sits next door. My tip: Castle Street’s central position means most of Cambridge, colleges, restaurants, parks and history alike, is genuinely walkable from your door.
Amenities
Castle Street has one of the stronger amenity sets among Cambridge PBSA.
- 24/7 gym, free to use
- Sauna room
- Club lounge for parties and events
- Large conservatory with a pool table and table tennis table
- Landscaped courtyard with garden chairs
- Dedicated study room
- Laundry room (Circuit Laundry)
- 24/7 CCTV and video surveillance
- Secure bike lockers
- Contents insurance
- 24/7 concierge for parcel collection
- Unlimited Wi-Fi
The honest picture
Castle Street’s strengths are its central, walkable Cambridge location, its exclusively studio-only privacy, its genuinely strong amenity set (sauna, 24/7 gym, club lounge), and the reassurance of a Lucy Cavendish College partnership. A common misconception the operator itself flags is worth repeating honestly: you do not need to move out to a house after the first year; students stay at Castle Street for their entire university career, and many do. The honest counterpoint: there is no on-site parking (though a pay-and-display car park is next door), and as a studio-only building it suits students who want privacy over a big shared-flat social scene. Check your specific studio tier and current price before booking.
Who Castle Street suits
Strong fit: University of Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin students who want a central, walkable, studio-only building; students who want to stay in the same accommodation for their whole degree; and those who value a strong amenity set including a sauna and 24/7 gym.
Weaker fit: students who want a shared flat for the social side; those who need on-site parking; budget students who would pay less for a shared en-suite elsewhere.
For a comparison, see our guides to other UK university-town PBSA and browse student accommodation in Cambridge.
FAQs
Where is Castle Street Collegiate in Cambridge?
Castle Street is at Castle Park, Castle Street, Cambridge CB3 0SZ, about a 10-minute walk from the University of Cambridge and close to the historic city centre. Anglia Ruskin University is an 8-minute bike ride, and Lucy Cavendish College is 6 minutes away.
How much is Castle Street, Cambridge?
Rent starts from around £249 per week depending on the studio tier (Deluxe Double, Deluxe Plus Double, Luxury Double or Deluxe Plus Twin). Rent is bill-inclusive. Confirm current prices at booking.
What room types does Castle Street offer?
Exclusively self-contained studios across four tiers, each with a double bed, en-suite bathroom and a fully equipped kitchenette. A Deluxe Plus Twin Studio option has two single beds for sharing.
What amenities does Castle Street have?
A 24/7 gym, a sauna room, a club lounge, a large conservatory with a pool table and table tennis, a landscaped courtyard, a dedicated study room, laundry, 24/7 CCTV, secure bike lockers and 24/7 concierge.
Do I have to move out of Castle Street after my first year?
No, this is a common misconception. Students can stay at Castle Street for their entire university career, and many do; it is not just first-year accommodation.
Is Castle Street good for students?
Yes, it suits students who want a central, walkable, studio-only building with a strong amenity set, including a sauna and 24/7 gym, close to the University of Cambridge and the historic city centre.
