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Tonight
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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30 Sept - 1 Oct
This weekend
2 Oct - 4 Oct
Next weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Ely cheap hotels

The entrance of Holiday Inn Express with a glass door, potted plants, and a bench outside.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a waiting area, and a glass door entrance.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table, and a red upholstered chair.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television screen.

1. Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG
Romsey
United Kingdom
Nigel
RM270
RM324 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG
A large, multi-story brick house with a driveway leading to a gated entrance.
A covered patio with outdoor seating, a brick pathway, and a garden area with potted plants.
A rectangular swimming pool with metal ladders on one side, surrounded by a brick wall and lush greenery.
A large weeping willow tree in front of a brick building with a fence and a gravel path.

2. Rectory Farm

Rectory Farm
Newnham
United Kingdom
John
RM248
RM298 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Rectory Farm
A stone building with a central courtyard, a statue, and a paved walkway.
A bedroom with a floral sofa, a television on a stand, a door, and a kitchen area with a sink and tiled backsplash.
A neatly made bed with a brown bedspread and white pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a glass coffee table, a black leather sofa, a TV on a stand, and a window with curtains.

3. Falcons Nest

Falcons Nest
Huntingdon
United Kingdom
sharon
RM247
RM297 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Falcons Nest
A room with leather sofas, a vintage suitcase, and framed certificates on the wall.
A restaurant with wooden booths, a bar area, and a television screen displaying an advertisement.
A building with a covered entrance, a brick facade, and a window with a view of the sky.
A room with leather sofas, framed pictures, and a table with a bottle and menu.

4. YHA Cambridge - Hostel

YHA Cambridge - Hostel
Petersfield
United Kingdom
Adaorah
RM207
RM249 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
YHA Cambridge - Hostel
An indoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a sofa, and a brick wall.
A large, historic building with multiple wings and a central tower, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A modern bar area with wooden cabinetry, a glass display case, and white chairs.

5. West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
Cambridge City Centre
United States
Andrew
RM488
RM586 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
A brick building with a covered outdoor seating area and a paved driveway.
The exterior of Redwings Lodge with a clear blue sky, a welcoming entrance, and well-maintained hedges.
A garden with a wooden pergola, various potted plants, and a well-maintained lawn.
A bar area with blue chairs and tables, a sign reading "Anabels", and a bar stocked with various bottles.

6. Redwings Lodge Sawtry

Redwings Lodge Sawtry
Huntingdon
United Kingdom
MICHAEL
RM286
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Redwings Lodge Sawtry
Room
Bathroom
A metal rack with multiple hooks holding black items, likely coats or bags, in a room with a wooden door and a textured wall.
A Premier Inn hotel with a parking lot and a building with a sign.

7. Premier Inn St. Neots - Colmworth Park

Premier Inn St. Neots - Colmworth Park
St Neots
United States
Donna
RM234
RM281 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Premier Inn St. Neots - Colmworth Park
A patio area with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden fence.
A hotel lobby with a red carpet, leather chairs, a reception desk, and a staircase.
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a small wooden nightstand, and a radiator.
A compact laundry area with a washing machine, a dryer, and a tall appliance, possibly a water heater, against a blue wall.

8. Newark Hotel

Newark Hotel
Peterborough
United Kingdom
Mary
RM281
RM337 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Newark Hotel
Interior
Room
Room
Room

9. Room-southgate Lodge - Single-twin, Doub

Room-southgate Lodge - Single-twin, Doub
King's Lynn
United Kingdom
jurijs
RM349
RM418 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Room-southgate Lodge - Single-twin, Doub
Room
Dining
Property entrance
Room

10. Shelford Lodge

Shelford Lodge
Cambridge
United States
Steven
RM325
RM325 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Shelford Lodge
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Top Ely Hotel Reviews

Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns

Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns

10/10 Excellent
"What an excellent weekend away we had at The Lamb Hotel in the centre of Ely right opposite the Cathedral. I booked three dinner bed & breakfast rooms for our friend’s 60th birthday surprise. Our rooms a-joined the car park and were comfortable clean and spacious. The included dinner was great, catered for our gluten free friend and there was plenty of choice. Breakfast was very very slow, taking well over an hour to get our cooked breakfast - which for us was ok but they do need to iron out this issue. Parking is limited on site, but we were able to park up ok which was a great advantage. All in all was a great value weekend break and will definitely return."
Alan 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns
Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

10/10 Excellent
"On arrival a car with no blue badge was parked in the disabled bay to the right of main entrance. I gave the registration number and showed a picture to the person on the reception desk. He didn’t seem interested and said he thought it was a member of staff and it was obvious he wasn’t going to do anything about it. Unfortunately as a blue badge holder I am finding this becoming an increasingly common approach to managing disabled parking."
Peter 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent"
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds

Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds

8/10 Good
"Good hotel service and staff Bit out of town so need to get a cab / uber but free parking is a bonus"
Jamie 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Dragonfly Hotel Bury St Edmunds
The Dukes Head Hotel

The Dukes Head Hotel

8/10 Good
"Had a two night weekend break. Arrived earlier than checkin time but were able to leave the car in the carpark - note there is £15 per 24 hr fee. When we did checkin my partner's birthday was acknowledged and our room was upgraded! Room was spacious. A little worn in places but overall clean and comfortable. Had drinks in the bar but ate out other than breakfast. Breakfast was all buffet style but worked well. Would stay again if returning to the area."
Kathryn 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
The Dukes Head Hotel

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Ely?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Ely, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Ely is 681 mm.
What is there to see and do in Ely?
Ely draws tourists with its stunning cathedral and bar scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost very little. Head to Cambridge Market Square and Grand Arcade Shopping Centre for some bargain shopping, or hunt for deals at Mill Road.
How can I get to Ely and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Ely is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The nearest airport is Cambridge (CBG), 13.6 mi (21.8 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 35.2 mi (56.7 km) away: London (STN-Stansted). If you'd like to explore more of the area, take a train from Ely Station, Littleport Station or Soham Station.