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Poets House

4-star Hotel with Restaurant

4 stars

40 - 44 St Marys Street, Ely, CB7 4EY

+44 135 388 7777
8.7
Very good

based on 388 reviews

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Fri 5/3

About Poets House, Ely

Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.7
Services
8.9
Staff
9.2
Value for money
7.9
Located close to Ely Cathedral, Poets House provides comfortable accommodation in a relaxed setting. It is also minutes from Ely's popular tourist spots. The hotel has recently undergone refurbishment and features a 24-hour reception, valet parking and a concierge. Also available on-site are laundry facilities, a currency exchange and luggage storage. The comfortable rooms at Poets House include a mini bar, ironing facilities and tea and coffee making facilities. All provide a telephone and a radio. Poets House's on-site restaurant is an ideal option for those wishing to dine in. Alternatively, there is a wide range of international restaurants nearby. Marshall Airport Cambridge is around a 30-minute car ride from the hotel and Ely Railway Station is within walking distance. Cambridge and Newmarket are also just a short drive from the property.

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Deluxe Rooms - Courtyard view
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$228/night

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Standard Rooms - Ocean view
1 king bed

1 king bed

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$318/night

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Executive Rooms - POOL view
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$283/night

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Bathroom

  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Slippers
  • Landmark view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Fold-up bed
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Golf

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Poets House Reviews

8.7
Very goodBased on 388 verified guest reviews
8.8Families
8.7Solo
8.6Couples
8.8Friends

Pros +
  • Beautiful rooms and excellent position (in 95 reviews)
  • The room was comfortable and well equipped (in 93 reviews)
  • Big comfortable bed and superb bath and bathroom (in 89 reviews)
Cons -
  • Parking off site not ideal (in 14 reviews)
  • No electric shaver socket (in 3 reviews)
  • Roll top bath; bar (in 2 reviews)


Poets House room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How far is Poets House from Cambridge?

    Poets House is 13.9 mi away from Cambridge. You can typically expect your drive time from Poets House to Cambridge to be 41min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Poets House from Cambridge?

    If you’re looking for a simple travel option from Cambridge to Poets House, consider calling a taxi or rideshare service to take you to the hotel as well as around the city during your visit.

  • Is Poets House pet-friendly?

    Pets are allowed at Poets House.

  • Are there food options at Poets House?

    Yes, Poets House does have a restaurant where you can sit down to eat or take food to go. There are also many other quality food options in Ely for those looking for something different. If you are staying at Poets House, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Poets House have a pool?

    Unfortunately, our data does not specify if there is a pool at Poets House. We would recommend calling the hotel’s front desk to confirm. The phone number for Poets House is +44 135 388 7777.

  • What is the phone number for Poets House?

    If you have questions or concerns about your stay at Poets House, call +44 135 388 7777 to speak with a front desk representative.

  • Does Poets House have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Poets House has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Poets House?

    11:00 AM is the check-out time at Poets House. Late check-out may be available at the hotel's discretion.

  • How much is a room at Poets House?

    Depending on the room type you prefer and your travel dates, the cost will differ. Average price per night at Poets House, Ely is $294, but you may find great deals as low as $177. You can find rates for your trip in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in Poets House?

    Yes, you can do your laundry at Poets House. Ironing equipment e.g. ironing boards and irons are available as well.

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Places of interest near Poets House

Attractions in Ely, England curated by momondo

Poets House location: 40 - 44 St Marys Street, Ely, CB7 4EY

Top landmarks

Oliver Cromwell's House0.1 mi
Ely Cathedral0.2 mi
Ely Museum0.2 mi
Jubilee Gardens0.5 mi
Ted Coney's Family Portraits0.5 mi
Babylon Gallery0.5 mi
Ely City Golf Club0.7 mi

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Poets House Afternoon Tea0.0 mi
The Dining Room at Poets House0.1 mi
Minster Tavern Ely0.1 mi
Restaurant at Lamb Hotel0.1 mi
Sylhet Restaurant0.2 mi
Hereward Ely0.2 mi
Wildwood - Ely0.2 mi
High Flyer0.4 mi
Ta Bouche Ely0.5 mi

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