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Poets House
4 stars

Poets House

40 - 44 St Marys Street, Ely, CB7 4EY, United Kingdom
Ely, United Kingdom
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£175
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rate per night

8.9
Very good
based on 644 reviews
644 reviews
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Located less than a 20-minute stroll from Ely Railway Station, Poets House features valet parking. It is situated a brief walk from Ely Cathedral.

The hotel has been recently refurbished and offers a concierge, a 24-hour reception and a currency exchange. It also provides laundry facilities, meeting rooms and luggage storage.

Rooms feature a mini bar, ironing facilities and tea and coffee making facilities. All provide a telephone and a radio.

Guests staying at Poets House can enjoy a unique dining experience at the in-house restaurant, conveniently based for those who want to stay close by when looking for a bite to eat. In the evening, guests are invited to relax in the comfortable lounge bar. Guests can also try one of the many bars and cafés in the area.

The hotel enjoys a superb location, allowing guests easy access to a range of tourist attractions. The helpful staff at the tour desk are available to organise tours and activities in Ely.

Rating
8.9
Very good
Based on 644 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Poets House

  • 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

Dining

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

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

General

  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Slippers
  • Inner courtyard view
  • 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
  • 24-hour 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

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Things to do

  • Golf

Reviews of Poets House

8.9
Very good
644 verified ratings
Wonderful
393
Very good
111
Good
67
Okay
38
Fair
22
Mediocre
7
Poor
6

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's beautiful location and views, but many expressed dissatisfaction with cleanliness and service, noting issues like dirty rooms and slow or inattentive staff. The dining experience also received negative feedback, with several guests finding the food quality lacking. Overall, while the hotel has potential, improvements are needed in these areas.
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Location

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

What's nearby

  • Oliver Cromwell's House160 yd
  • Ely Cathedral274 yd
  • Ely Museum310 yd
  • 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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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Poets House

Low season

March

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

£235

Average price (weekend night)

£219
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Poets House

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Poets House

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Poets House, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Poets House, plan to stay on a Thursday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Poets House was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £213, while the most expensive was £213.
  • How long should you stay at Poets House? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Poets House

  • Where is Poets House located?

    Poets House is located at 40 - 44 St Marys Street, 0.1 miles from the centre of Ely. Oliver Cromwell's House is the closest landmark to Poets House.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Poets House?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Poets House.

  • Does Poets House offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Poets House offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Poets House offer free parking?

    Yes, Poets House offers free parking.

  • How far is Poets House from the airport?

    Poets House is 14 miles from Cambridge. Poets House is 35.6 miles from London Stansted.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Poets House hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Poets House in Ely and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Poets House and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Poets House.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.9

Distance to city centre

0.1 mi

Nearest airport

Cambridge

Distance to airport

13.9 mi