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The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel

2.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and a coffee shop

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Located by the river, The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel offers a relaxing retreat with a charming terrace and coffee shop. Unwind with in-room WiFi, or enjoy activities like billiards/pool table while savoring English breakfast at one of two on-site restaurants.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located in Ely, The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel is in the suburbs and on the waterfront. Ted Coney's Family Portraits and Stained Glass Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jubilee Gardens and Ouse Washes. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Mildenhall Stadium, or consider a night out at Burwell House.
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1 Sandhill, Ely, England, CB6 1NT

What's nearby

  • Wisbech - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Ely Museum - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Ely City Golf Club - 11 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Ely Cathedral - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve - 24 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Littleport Station - 16 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Yard - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Arbuckles - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪3 @ 3 Terrace - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel

Hotel by the river
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, concierge services, and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Smoke n' Spice
  • The Brasserie
  • The Riverside Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash

Property is also known as

The Swan A Colombo Edition
The Swan A Colombo Edition Hotel
The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Ely
The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Hotel
The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Hotel Ely

Frequently asked questions

Is The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

As of Sept 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel on Sept 3, 2025 start from CA $136.49, 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 The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

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 The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25 (subject to availability).

Where is The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Babylon Gallery, Ted Coney's Family Portraits, and Waterside Antiques Centre. Jubilee Gardens and Cineworld Ely are also within 6 mi (10 km). Littleport Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was beautiful waking up and seeing the boats on the river, very quiet and lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Place was absolutely lovely, booked last minute! Beautiful views and walks, friendly and helpful service! Slept amazing, bed was really comfortable and the shower was lovely and relaxing! We will be staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew j

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great relaxing location, room overlooking the river. Had a good dinner with a few pints!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

PM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub on the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

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

Quiet & comfortable

Great room with a small balcony overlooking the river. Nice menu for dinner & great choice of drinks from the bar. No breakfast available at the property despite whats hotels.com tell you but plenty of choice in Littleport. Great stay & would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Motunrayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms noisy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

OK for a short visit

Tiny balcony, ok for short visit. Train passing crossing annoying all night, but convenient and clean a bit dated though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Nice Boutique Hotel on the Great Ouse

Lovely little hotel on the river, nice food and friendly staff. Just five rooms but each has veranda overlooking the river. Recently refurbished and under new management (I believe). I look forward to staying longer next time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Frank

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

The swan

Pub and rooms had fan heaters as central heating did not work. Choice of drinks was lager lager and more lager. Food choices were limited. I opted for the fish and chips to be served a fish that had batter that was very oil filled. I will not be using here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

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

Nice & Comfortable!

We had a very nice overnight stay at The Swan in a comfortable & quiet room overlooking the river. The room was round the back of the pub in a separate block so we were able to go out & come in when we wanted. It was very nicely & thoughtfully furnished and supplied - good beverage choices, wine & water, lovely fluffy towels, lots of hot water & a great shower. It was very warm though, a few degrees cooler would have suited us better but we were able to keep the window open all night which was ok. I was disappointed not to be able to get breakfast there as Hotels.com said we could but we found a nice place 10 mins walk up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival was abit hesitant to be honest as right near the railway line and car park had a large buzzing generator. Our fears were unfounded as facilities were excellent.Rooms were at the back , a series of chalets with their own locked security corridor .Motion sensor lights made it easy to see in the dark . Rooms were modern and very clean .Towels arranged like swans when we arrived making it look very luxurious.Rooms were warm and each room had a small balcony over looking the river . We ate in the swan pub and found the food lovely and at a good price .Akso had complimentary tea , coffee and wine .Plus an extensive information folder in room. Unfortunately the swan wasn’t providing breakfast but they had links to a local cafe which provided discount fir hotel guests . There was live music on Sat night but this stopped about midnight so did not disturb us . Travel into Ely took approx 15 mins . Would def recommend, staff very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Faye

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pretty good value Rooms are pretty tired and there was no gas heating but the provided space heater made up for it Lovely area
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

p

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Bad experience

Used the hotel previously for work. Very clean and tidy. Booked for a second time and work arrangements changed. Forfeited 2 nights but was promised a refund on the 3rd. This was not given and the manager will not answer the phone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Great stop off after long drive

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

d

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dale

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

Beautiful peaceful stay

Great location and lovely pub/restuarant. Location on riverbank is beautiful and peaceful. Rooms are comfortable and well looked after. Had a great night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023