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Tonight
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Tomorrow
19 Aug - 20 Aug
This weekend
21 Aug - 23 Aug
Next weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug

Top Ely Hotel Reviews

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

8/10 Good
"Good"
Matt 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
The Dukes Head Hotel

The Dukes Head Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice place in a good location, friendly staff and good rooms"
Steven 3-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
The Dukes Head Hotel
The Bull Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

The Bull Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

10/10 Excellent
"Lots of people arrived very late due to a cancelled train and the staff were very helpful and kind!"
Louis 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The Bull Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"Fabulous location and very comfy rooms. The garden is stunning"
Rahul 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice room on the first floor - spacious, clean and comfortable. The blackout curtains were really good and the room was very quiet. Nice fluffy towels. My only gripe is having to pay £5 a night to park - having already paid for the hotel I object to having to pay extra to park."
Debra 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Delta Hotels by Marriott Peterborough
Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns

Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed on a Saturday night in the summer. Room was very hot but they did provide a fan."
Christopher 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns
Christs College Cambridge

Christs College Cambridge

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast was a bargain."
Allan 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Christs College Cambridge

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What is Ely like for travellers on a budget?
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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.