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Poets House

40 St Marys Street, Ely, GB

8.9 guest rating· 558 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodations

Indulge in individually styled rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen smart TVs, and elegant en suite bathrooms featuring copper baths and rainfall showers.

Gourmet Dining Experience

Treat your taste buds at the destination restaurant and bar, offering a variety of menus with dishes made from locally sourced ingredients. Start your day with a traditional English breakfast or opt for lighter continental options.

Convenient Location

Located opposite the historic Ely Cathedral and with private parking including valet service, explore the nearby Oliver Cromwell’s House and easily venture to the vibrant city of Cambridge just a short distance away.

Book now to experience the charm and luxury of Poets House in the heart of Ely.

Rooms & rates

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>108 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 21 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed</strong></p><p>226 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2 · 8 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>86 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Exclusive Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>108 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled water</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Double Room

Sleeps 3 · 8 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This individually designed room features free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen smart HD TV with Sky channels. The private bathroom has roll-top bath and a rainfall shower.

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This individually designed room features free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen smart HD TV with Sky channels and tea/coffee making facilities. The private bathroom has a copper roll-top bath and a rainfall shower.

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

This individually designed room features free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen smart HD TV with Sky channels, tea/coffee making facilities and a view. The private bathroom has a copper roll-top bath and a rainfall shower.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 21 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Emergency cord in bathroom

This room can be booked as either a double room or a twin room. These individually designed rooms feature free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen Smart HD TV with Sky channels. The private bathroom has a roll-top bath and a rainfall shower.

Deluxe Suite

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a safe deposit box. The unit offers 1 bed.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf course
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
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  • Adult only
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Happy hour
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Location

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40 St Marys Street, Ely, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.9558 reviews

+ Excellent service+ Stunning location+ Comfortable accommodations− Limited parking− Noisy at times− Inconsistent food quality
Cleanliness8.8
Service9.3
Location9.3
Room Quality8.9
Amenities8.6
Value for Money8.7

Pretty, stlish, central boutique hotel.

8.0

Central location, stylish boutique style hotel. Had busy outside eating area but with the great double glazing we didn't hear a thing!

− Bathroom looked a little tired (sealant round shower door peeling away, cracked floor tile etc) but nothing a quick fix couldn't sort but it was spotless and did not effect stay. Please improve on your scrambled eggs - I was served a chopped up unseasoned omelette

Catherine · GB · 2026-07-25

Guest review

9.0

The staff are outstanding so friendly and accommodating in every way. They made our stay very relaxing

Mary · AU · 2026-07-21

Comfortable and welcoming

9.0

Excellent accommodation, staff welcoming and professional. Food pleasant .

− Tiny 200ml bottles for non alcoholic drinks, small selection of non alcoholic drinks and absence of any low alcoholic/zero alcohol largers/cider.

Patricia · GB · 2026-07-13

Lovely hotel in a lovely location

9.0

Location, room staff and breakfast

− Evening meals and drinks very pricey

Monica · GB · 2026-07-09

Guest review

10.0

Comfortable beds, air conditioning, staff welcoming and helpful.

Linda · GB · 2026-06-28

Guest review

7.0

Location

− We were in a room where the toilet facilities were for the disabled.

Andrew · GB · 2026-06-24

Good to know

Please note that guests who are interested in dining within the restaurant are requested to book in advance. This can be done while booking by adding information to the Special Request box.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 10 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children up to and including 10 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.