Situated opposite Ely Cathedral, the Poets House boasts a destination restaurant and a bar, along with free Wi-Fi. This boutique hotel is located in the heart of the historic city of Ely.
Mary
United Kingdom
Evening before my sons wedding 5 of us had 3 rooms & all were fabulous.
We also had Evening meal together & food was amazing.
Will certainly return
Situated in Ely, 32 km from University of Cambridge, Little Downham Anchor features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Christeen
United Kingdom
Excellent location for our visit to Ely. The whole hotel was spotlessly clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The Continental breakfast was very good. We would like to come again some time
Riverside Inn Guest House offers accommodation in Ely, offering views of the river. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. Free parking is nearby, subject to availability.
Set in Ely, 38 km from University of Cambridge, The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. The hotel offers a bar.
Linda
United Kingdom
It was a lovely spacious room right on the river. I had a choice of free drinks: tea, coffee (machine), refrigerated water and white wine
Boasting river views, Narrowboat Puzzle features accommodation on a 60-foot narrowboat in Ely, around 2 km from Ely Cathedral.
Vivster
Italy
We spent 2 nights on Puzzle in November - not the best time to stay on a narrowboat in England but the brilliant central heating made it totally possible. It was very cosy and had absolutely everything we needed. If you're looking for something unique and bespoke, this is definitely the place for you. Martin was an excellent host, meeting us and allowing us to be flexible in checking in and out. There were a few little extras waiting for us on board which were much appreciated plus tea/coffee and condiments etc. For our second night, we bought food from the Tesco superstore (5 minutes walk away) and cooked in. It's a shame the weather was too chilly to sit outside on the deck for drinks or breakfast or to open the side hatches but we'll just have to come again when it's warmer! Ely is a great place and I highly recommend the cathedral tour and Octagon Tower tour.
Located in Ely in the Cambridgeshire region, Brays View features a terrace. The property is set 42 km from The Apex, 44 km from Ickworth House and 600 metres from Ely Cathedral.
Grant
United Kingdom
Great spot in the centre of Ely and plenty of room.
On average, 3-star hotels in Ely cost £111 per night, and 4-star hotels in Ely are £88 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Ely can on average be found for £157 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £100 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Ely for tonight. You'll pay on average around £90 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Ely will cost around £132 (based on Booking.com prices).
Ely, UK is accessible via train from London King's Cross (1h 15m), by car from Cambridge (25km), or by air via London Stansted Airport (80km). International travellers may need a transfer in London.
The most convenient airport for Ely is London Stansted Airport, due to its extensive domestic and international connections. It's approximately 70km away, making it easily accessible for travellers.
Ely, UK, offers several public transport options. The city's bus service, Stagecoach, provides regular routes throughout Ely. The Ely Railway Station offers frequent trains to Cambridge and London. Taxis are readily available. For shorter distances, walking or cycling is feasible due to Ely's compact size. Driving is an option, but parking can be limited.
What guests said about Ely:
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Scored 10
Arrived in wet weather and enjoyed an afternoon in the...
Arrived in wet weather and enjoyed an afternoon in the Outstanding Cathedral.
A comfortable stay in a well furnished apartment.
What a wonderful surprise The Eel festival on the Saturday, wish we could have stayed an extra night or two….
Timothy
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Ely is a wonderful small town for a few days stay - along...
Ely is a wonderful small town for a few days stay - along the river is excellent on a fine day and a nice pub to have a drink and watch the world go by. Ely Cathedral was magnificent - we have visited many across UK and this is certainly one of the best - Stained Glass exhibition is also worth a visit. Cromwells House and Ely Museum worth a visit if you have time. Ely Cathedral has the Armoury Cafe which we would recommended for lunch. For dinner: The Lamb was excellent with wonderful food at a fair price.
Hardie
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Stayed at a hotel 10 minutes walk into Ely, the weather was...
Stayed at a hotel 10 minutes walk into Ely, the weather was extremely windy but we enjoyed the walk. We found quite a few quirly shops plus alll the usual high street shops, a few cafes and few places pto have a tea or coffee. We were surprised that the local carparks were free … what a bonus.
We walked around the cathedral and were amazed at the beauty of this truly amazing stricture.
We can recommend the Minster Arms for an evening meal, where they offer good food and ample servings.
We only stayed for a day and night but there will definately be another return visit to Ely
Allison
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
We loved the cathedral, which was at its most mystical when...
We loved the cathedral, which was at its most mystical when we visited in December. We attended two fantastic events in the cathedral during our stay – but needed a mulled wine afterwards to warm us up!
Another high point was the Farmers' market, which had all sorts of tempting foodstuffs on offer.
Ann
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
One of the most magnificent cathedrals in Europe,which sits...
One of the most magnificent cathedrals in Europe,which sits in most beautiful parkland, at the centre of a bustling, prosperous, quirky small town on a major river in the heart of the fascinating Fenlands of England
Hugh
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Loved the cathedral and the purpose of the visit was to see...
Loved the cathedral and the purpose of the visit was to see a performance of Dickens “A Christmas Carol” in the evening at the cathedral. A lovely way to start Christmas. A very good production of professional actors. Also went to the market and High Street and Oliver Cromwell’s house. All very interesting and enjoyable. Great pubs, good beer and food within walking distance.
Really lovely touches with the milk and pastries for the morning. Kitchen had everything we needed to make a big breakfast!
Room and bathroom was lovely and spacious and the perfect space for our night's stay!
Host was really friendly and super helpful with tips for our walk and even gave us a lift back into town so we could get our train back and save some money on a taxi, thank you!
Would definitely recommend, the studio has everything you need and more, we had a delightful stay!
The location is really great—the hotel is located in the heart of the city, simply next to the gorgeous Ely Cathedral, which I could see out of my room window! The room was very clean and spacious, with a very comfortable bed. At night, it was very quiet, which is great as I am very sensitive to loud sounds. I really like the style of the hotel, so for people who like a more homelike and cosy style, this hotel is the best!
A fantastic base for visiting Ely, or just chilling out. From rooms at the back of the hotel there is a fantastic view across the fenland to Ely and the cathedral. This is a house that has been converted to a hotel and in consequence the rooms are more interesting. Grounds at the rear very pleasant for a stroll in the right weather. Superb dinner. Good breakfast.
I loved everything about this hotel and I am usually very picky. The staff provided us with everything we had asked for within minutes and without any complaints. They even gave us some milk for our toddler as we had run out and didn't have the chance to buy any. The room was clean, big and very comfortable. I would definitely stay there again.
More of a personalised experience compared to a boring hotel room.
Great cosy feel with excellent facilities.
Private parking is so convenient.
Everything you need for a couple's stay in the area.
The hosts were really friendly and easily accessible. Overall, we thoroughly recommend a stay and would definitely come again.
This is an old fashioned style hotel and I loved it but would not necessarily be everyones ideal place. Yes it needs a bit of updating in places but that was its charm. Very comfortable nights sleep, breakfast good, grounds lovely, great location. Host was great and so were his staff while he was away.
Great location for walking to shops, restaurants and tourist attractions. Ely is charming and easy to walk round.
The room was warm and the shower very good.
Luckily, we got a space in the small hotel car park because public parking is restricted to 3 hours. How to manage that in a 2-night stay???
Lovely old building, tastefully modernised but retaining unique features like the old bread oven near the bar. Very friendly and helpful staff, quickly changed our bed arrangement on arrival.
The full English breakfast was the best ever, with home made spicy black pudding to die for 😉
Castle Lodge was a basic hotel in a good location in Ely. It wasn't a great hotel, but the process reflected that. You get what you pay for and I have no complaints. Would happily go again. If you don't want to spend a lot and you're OK with just the basics, Castle Lodge is just fine.
Excellent situation close to Cathedral, shops etc
Lovely old coaching inn, clean and comfortable.
Food very good and staff pleasant and helpful. Main reason for choosing is the fact that it is dog friendly. Dogs allowed in bedrooms, bar and restaurant.
The hotel itself is lovely and is set in beautifully tended gardens. Our room was very comfortable, of a good size and had a delightful view, including the Cathedral, from the window. The food was delicious and the staff were charming.
The staff were incredible, they are supportive and helpful. Very cheerful and willing to assist. The location of the hotel was good for us as we wanted to be away from the city. Ely is a short train ride from Cambridge.
The hotel was easy to find and the check-in details were easy to follow. Our room was comfortable, modern and very clean. The range of breakfast choice was excellent and the food was fresh and nicely displayed.
Great location close to town centre, lovely spacious property, everything that you could need for a short stay is there. Generally very clean and looked after. Easy parking nearby, quiet location.
Apartment was lovely, very clean and comfy, had everything you needed Inc Netflix! Will definitely come back. Owner was really nice and even offered to drop us at the station.
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