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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 221 guest reviews
- Hotel has 21 rooms
- 3 floors in property
- 8 suites in property
- Check in time: 15:00
- Check out time: 11:00
- Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
- Group booking rating of 7.5/10
- Hotel has 2 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
Ely Cathedral Oliver Cromwell House Wicken Fen Riverside Jubilee Gardens
Map & Attractions for Poets House
Property Description
Make yourself at home in Ely, CambridgeshirePoets House is a charming hotel in the heart of historic Ely, perfect for weekend breaks, conferences, weddings and celebrations in Cambridgeshire. Originally consisting of three Grade-II-listed properties of the early 1900s and the home of a renowned local author, Poets House is a uniquely stylish hotel, restaurant and events venue. Coupling the buildings' original charm with stunningly innovative interiors, Poets House affords guests the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. From the second you arrive and are met by our team, you can be certain that we will provide you with a level of service which we are sure will leave you wishing that you could stay with us for longer. Principally renowned for its Cathedral, Ely has a great selection of other attractions to offer in a city where the relaxed pace of life is something to enjoy..
Green Sustainability
N/A
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 15:00 |
| Check Out: | 11:00 |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2013 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 21 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 21 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 1 |
| Suites: | 8 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 2 View Spaces |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 50 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.5 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 24 Hours |
| Pool Info: | no |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 3pm day prior to arrival | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0.00 |
| Total Taxes: | 20.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 0.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 0.00% |
| City Tax: | 0.00% |
| Country Tax: | 0.00% (0) |
| VAT: Value Added Tax: | 20.00 VAT % Inclusive |
| GST: Goods and Services Tax: | 0.00 GST % (0) |
| PST: Provincial Sales Tax: | 0.00 PST % |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 0.00% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 0.00% |
| Other Tax: | 0.00% |
| Resort/Hotel Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Parking Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Cleaning Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Porterage Fee: | 0.00 Per Item |
| Gym Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Spa Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Shipping Handling Fee: | 0.00 Per Item |
| Additional Person Fee: | 10.00 Per Person |
| Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Rooms Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Wired Internet Fee: | 0.00 Per Day |
| Meeting Power Surcharge Fee: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Additional Room Fees: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 0.00% |
| Audio Visual Service Charge: | 0.00% |
| Banquet Labor Fees: | 0.00 Per Hour |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 0.00 Per Hour |
| Chef Attendant Fees: | 0.00 Per Night |
| Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: | 0.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: | 0.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 0.00 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: | 18.50 Per Person (3 Courses) |
| Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: | 19.50 Per Person |
| Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: | 25.00 Per Person (House menu) |
| Morning Break Cost: | 3.50 Per Person |
| Afternoon Break Cost: | 5.50 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 4.75 Per Person |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 8.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Baggage storage facilities
- Breakfast in room
- Central location
- Charge for early check out
- Child facilities
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Dinner available
- Elevator
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Hairdryer available
- Hair dresser
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Private bathroom in room
- Private garden grounds
- Quiet location
- Restaurant
- 24 hours room service
- Safe in rooms
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone in all rooms
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Terrace
- TV room
- Valet Parking
Airport & Shuttle Information
Cambridge 20 milesStansted 45.6 miles
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
Included
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Parking Info
valet parking from £15.00 or free car parking in the public car park
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Peacocks Tearoom - A cozy and traditional English tearoom offering a wide selection of teas and homemade cakes, located by the riverside, approximately a 10-minute walk from Poets House.
- Lunch: The Almonry Restaurant & Tea Room - Set in a historic building, this place offers a delightful menu with locally sourced ingredients, located in the shadow of Ely Cathedral, about a 5-minute walk from Poets House.
- Dinner: The Old Fire Engine House - A charming restaurant and art gallery set in a Georgian house, serving traditional English dishes made from local produce, located just a 3-minute walk from Poets House.
- Activity: Ely Cathedral - A magnificent example of medieval architecture with a unique octagonal tower, offering guided tours to explore its history and beauty, just a 5-minute walk from Poets House.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Poets House
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Poets House.
Feel free to use the Poets House meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Ely event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| The Boadroom | 15 x 9 x 10 | 15 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 18 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This The BoadroomThe BoardroomThe Boardroom is a more intimate space for groups of up to 20. Located on the first floor, it is ideal for a more formal meeting or when you need to remain focussed. Room Type: Boardroom Total Size: 15 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 15 x 9 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 1 Columns: 0 Windows: 1 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Writing Room | 20 x 10 x 10 | 20 | 5/-- | 5 | 25 | 15 | 15 | 25 | --/-- | 50 | -- | -- |
Close This Writing RoomThe Writing RoomThe Writing Room is suitable for larger gatherings and can host up to around 50 guests, dependent upon your seating style. With its sunny aspect and pretty courtyard garden, it's the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee and a fresh croissant before getting down to business Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 20 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 20 x 10 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 5 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about Poets House
What time is check in?
Check in time is 15:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Poets House have?
There are 21 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Poets House?
Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Poets House?
Included
What parking is available at Poets House?
valet parking from £15.00 or free car parking in the public car park
Testimonials:
"I received about a dozen bids, all around the price I had indicated, with some significantly lower." L.D. - Kittery, ME
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