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Tonight
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Tomorrow
8 Aug - 9 Aug
This weekend
7 Aug - 9 Aug
Next weekend
14 Aug - 16 Aug

Our top choices for Ely cheap hotels

Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Bar (on property)

1. Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns

Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns
Ely
United Kingdom
Simon
RM353
RM423 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns
Room
Exterior
Lounge
Bar (on property)

2. The Royal Standard

The Royal Standard
Ely
United Kingdom
Billy
RM504
RM605 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Royal Standard
Courtyard
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Exterior detail

3. Poets House

Poets House
Ely
United Kingdom
Paul
RM953
RM1,144 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Poets House
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Restaurant
Memory-foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

4. The Three Pickerels

The Three Pickerels
Ely
United Kingdom
Dean
RM516
RM619 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Three Pickerels
View from room
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen

5. Poets 24 Apartments

Poets 24 Apartments
Ely
RM784
RM941 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Poets 24 Apartments
Living area
Interior
Interior
Interior

6. Village Retreat

Village Retreat
Ely
United Kingdom
Yip Chun
RM1,627
RM1,953 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Village Retreat
Room
Lounge
Bathroom
Room

7. Nyton Hotel

Nyton Hotel
Ely
United Kingdom
Bev
RM394
RM473 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Nyton Hotel
Exterior
Exterior
Room
Room

8. The High Flyer

The High Flyer
Ely
United Kingdom
Jen
RM413
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The High Flyer
Room
Room
Room
Exterior

9. The Woodlands

The Woodlands
Ely
United Kingdom
Phil
RM367
RM440 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Woodlands
View from property
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Miscellaneous

10. Riverside Inn

Riverside Inn
Ely
United Kingdom
Slavena
RM775
RM930 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Riverside Inn
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Top Ely Hotel Reviews

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Thank you "
Fadil 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
The Bull Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

The Bull Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

8/10 Good
"Overall excellent but let down by breakfast. The service was slow and I had to order coffee 3 times before I received it. Bacon was overdone."
Ian 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Bull Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Christs College Cambridge

Christs College Cambridge

8/10 Good
"Great value in the middle of Cambridge. Perfectly located and being able to walk through the college grounds was lovely. Room was quite basic but functional - shower good and bed comfy"
Frances 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Christs College Cambridge

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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.