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Poets House

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Courtyard
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed
In the heart of the city, Poets House offers a tranquil retreat with its lush garden and library. Guests can indulge in local and international cuisine at The Dining Room or connect to WiFi from the comfort of their room. With helpful staff, concierge services, and luggage storage available.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Ely, Poets House is in the city center. Oliver Cromwell's House and Ely Cathedral are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cineworld Ely and Ely City Golf Club. Jubilee Gardens and Netherhall Manor are also worth visiting.
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40 - 44 St Marys Street, Ely, England, CB7 4EY

What's nearby

  • Ely Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ely Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wisbech - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jubilee Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ely City Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Ely Station - 15 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Yard - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪West End House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Market Kitchen Ely - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Prince Albert - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Poets House

Upscale boutique hotel in the city center
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Poets House. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, The Dining Room, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee: GBP 10 to 17 for adults and GBP 10 to 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Dining Room
  • The Study

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 to 17 for adults, and GBP 10 to 17 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Poets House Hotel Ely
Poets House Hotel
Poets House Ely
Poets House
Poets House Ely
Poets House Hotel
Poets House Hotel Ely

Frequently asked questions

Is Poets House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Poets House?

As of Aug 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poets House on Aug 25, 2025 start from CA $308.57, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Poets House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Poets House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Poets House?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Poets House located?

Located in the heart of Ely, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Oliver Cromwell's House, Ely Cathedral, and Ely Museum. Stained Glass Museum and Wisbech are also within 10 minutes. Ely Station is 15 minutes by foot.

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Poets House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 356 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 356 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 356 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 356 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 356 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All around great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice

A very nice stay. Bath Tub made it in my opinion. Room was very large and the breakfast in the morning was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. The room was slightly smaller than the last one but still cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely boutique hotel in the heart of Ely. Our room was large and luxurious, and the hotel staff were friendly and professional throughout our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and people were wonderful and friendly. The area was fun to explore with many points of interest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nimo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to the cathedral
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the poets house a few times now. Always get what is expected. A first rate service and an excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location. It was amazing to have such a good view of Ely Cathedral from our room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic staff and a wonderful room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neeraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property with vintage feel, the best hotel in Ely. And right across the road from the best restuarant (Old fire engine house).
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
For a high end hotel we were disappointed by a few minor things however we enjoyed the overall visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and garden area. Perfectly situated to visit all of Ely in a day.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. The only downside is the lack of onsite parking sport but there are plenty of parking options nearby which helps a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant Stay

The location was stunning, staff fantastic, high quality food. This was a exceptional place to stay, room 16 had wonderful views and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathtub was outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay in this boutique hotel. Very friendly staff and situated with a view of the cathedral and within a short walk to the city centre, shops, pubs etc. would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful town across from cathedral
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mrs Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff always very friendly and helpful. Helped us a lot with room and parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Excellent service, a wonderful place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable stay at Poets House. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay at Poets House recently. Gorgeous room overlooking the front. Staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful. Food delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023