The Royal Standard
$140
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for The Royal Standard
Select dates to see prices and availability
$140
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Royal Standard average $125 in December, the cheapest month, and $145 in May, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $131 |
| February | $133 |
| March | $132 |
| April | $129 |
| May | $145 |
| June | $135 |
| July | $144 |
| August | $138 |
| September | $136 |
| October | $140 |
| November | $139 |
| December | $125 |
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
Oct · $140
O
N
D
Most expensive: May (~$145)
Cheapest: December (~$125)
About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor tennis court, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor tennis court, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Royal Standard, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at The Royal Standard in Ely, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Babylon Gallery and Ted Coney's Family Portraits. This inn is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cherry Hill Park and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Waterside Antiques Centre.
What's nearby
Babylon Gallery(0.2 miles)
Ted Coney's Family Portraits(0.2 miles)
Waterside Antiques Centre(0.2 miles)
Cherry Hill Park(0.2 miles)
Ely Museum(0.3 miles)
Ely Cathedral(0.3 miles)
Stained Glass Museum(0.3 miles)
Jubilee Gardens(0.3 miles)
Oliver Cromwell's House(0.5 miles)
Cineworld Ely(1.4 miles)
The Hive Leisure Centre(1.5 miles)
Ely City Golf Club(1.6 miles)
Prickwillow Engine Museum(4.9 miles)
YPL Performing Arts(6 miles)
Stretham Old Engine(6 miles)
Cambridge (CBG)(18.8 miles)
Stansted Airport (STN)(47.5 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tennis Courts
Housekeeping
Fishing
Location
24 Fore Hill, Ely, East Cambridgeshire District, England, United Kingdom
Babylon Gallery (0.2 miles)
Ted Coney's Family Portraits (0.2 miles)
Waterside Antiques Centre (0.2 miles)
Cherry Hill Park (0.2 miles)
Ely Museum (0.3 miles)
Ely Cathedral (0.3 miles)
Room options
2
Premium Double Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)
2
Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small)
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)
4
Premium Suite, Ensuite
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)
2
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of The Royal Standard
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 343 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews of The Royal Standard, guests praise the friendly, helpful staff, comfortable characterful rooms with air conditioning, and a central Ely location near the cathedral, plus consistently well-regarded breakfasts and pub meals that many found delicious.
Facilities
Cleanliness
Rooms
Service
Location
Dining
Was this helpful?
What guests think
Across the reviews of The Royal Standard, guests praise the friendly, helpful staff, comfortable characterful rooms with air conditioning, and a central Ely location near the cathedral, plus consistently well-regarded breakfasts and pub meals that many found delicious.
Common drawbacks include street noise from single-glazed windows and some steep stairs to upper rooms. A few guests reported dusty surfaces or minor maintenance issues, and parking in the adjacent free public car park can involve time limits or moving the car. It suits travellers who value character and convenience more than absolute quiet.
Facilities
Cleanliness
Rooms
Service
Location
Dining
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Facilities
On-site pub with outdoor seating and a pleasant garden, plus several rooms with air conditioning. Free public parking is directly behind the property, though weekday rules can require moving the car, and upper rooms are accessed via steep stairs.
Related guest reviews
10
Howard
Aug 12, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub, nice outdoor seating area, gorgeous room, would definitely stay again!
Lovely pub, nice outdoor seating area, gorgeous room, would definitely stay again!
10
Mrs
May 17, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location for exploring Ely; free public car park adjacent to hotel and everything within 10 minutes walk. Room was comfortable and breakfast delicious.
Excellent location for exploring Ely; free public car park adjacent to hotel and everything within 10 minutes walk. Room was comfortable and breakfast delicious.
10
Jillian
Jun 21, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was super clean and had air conditioning which was a huge relief during a heat wave. Food downstairs was really yummy and the garden was really nice. Easy walk from the train station too. Would recommend this place!
Room was super clean and had air conditioning which was a huge relief during a heat wave. Food downstairs was really yummy and the garden was really nice. Easy walk from the train station too. Would recommend this place!
10
Andy
Jun 28, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Visited Ely for the first time. Chose theRoyal Standard due to location in the “city” centre. Pre-visit I emailed a couple of questions re parking. Quick and clear response. Parking is right behind the pub in free to park public parking. The staff explained simple process to avoid parking fines. Able and welcomed to check in early. Room was very clean and comfortable with separate sofa/lounge area. Bed very comfortable and shower big and easily adjusted temperature. Didn’t eat at the pub in the evening but the breakfast was superb. Great produce freshly cooked to perfection. All staff helpful and friendly and the pub is in an excellent location for exploring Ely on foot. Cannot recommend The Royal Standard highly enough. Thanks to the whole team
Visited Ely for the first time. Chose theRoyal Standard due to location in the “city” centre. Pre-visit I emailed a couple of questions re parking. Quick and clear response. Parking is right behind the pub in free to park public parking. The staff explained simple process to avoid parking fines. Able and welcomed to check in early. Room was very clean and comfortable with separate sofa/lounge area. Bed very comfortable and shower big and easily adjusted temperature. Didn’t eat at the pub in the evening but the breakfast was superb. Great produce freshly cooked to perfection. All staff helpful and friendly and the pub is in an excellent location for exploring Ely on foot. Cannot recommend The Royal Standard highly enough. Thanks to the whole team
10
Maria
May 14, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. Right on high street so walkable to shops, restaurants, the river etc. Friendly staff. Lovely room. Could park in car park behind hotel & staff give guidelines on parking times. Can hear traffic from room but expected as on high street. Would stay again if in area.
Great place to stay. Right on high street so walkable to shops, restaurants, the river etc. Friendly staff. Lovely room. Could park in car park behind hotel & staff give guidelines on parking times. Can hear traffic from room but expected as on high street. Would stay again if in area.
10
Nikki
Aug 5, 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
Stayed for a week, travelling alone. Location brilliant, lees than 5 minutes walk to Cathedral and riverside. Room well equipped and comfortable, with air conditioning that was very welcome. Some road noise, windows are original, single glazed and offer little sound proofing, but road quiet at night and it didnt trouble me. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were excellent, lots of choice, freshly cooked, hot, well presented and delicious. Bar and restaurant very nice, with patio area for drinks and food. Would recommend this hotel for a stay in Ely.
Stayed for a week, travelling alone. Location brilliant, lees than 5 minutes walk to Cathedral and riverside. Room well equipped and comfortable, with air conditioning that was very welcome. Some road noise, windows are original, single glazed and offer little sound proofing, but road quiet at night and it didnt trouble me. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were excellent, lots of choice, freshly cooked, hot, well presented and delicious. Bar and restaurant very nice, with patio area for drinks and food. Would recommend this hotel for a stay in Ely.
10
David
Mar 23, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice welcome - useful tips on parking. Extra mile to make sure my partner was OK as she has sight issues. Great location, a popular evening pub, a great location for the riverside, the Cathedral and the main attractions.
Nice welcome - useful tips on parking. Extra mile to make sure my partner was OK as she has sight issues. Great location, a popular evening pub, a great location for the riverside, the Cathedral and the main attractions.
8
Lynne
Jul 19, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
On the Main Street so surrounded by shops. Some traffic noise but didn’t disturb us. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food excellent. Generous portions, very hot and tasty. Would recommend.. Glad of the air con in our room as very hot week. A shelf is needed in the bathroom which is spacious but nowhere to put your toiletries.
On the Main Street so surrounded by shops. Some traffic noise but didn’t disturb us. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food excellent. Generous portions, very hot and tasty. Would recommend.. Glad of the air con in our room as very hot week. A shelf is needed in the bathroom which is spacious but nowhere to put your toiletries.
6
chris
Aug 16, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice air conditioned room. But right at the top, with some tricky stairs to navigate. Bringing luggage down was done in stages. No hairdryer in the room. Good breakfast with spicy black pudding. 10am checkout time seems harsh.
Nice air conditioned room. But right at the top, with some tricky stairs to navigate. Bringing luggage down was done in stages. No hairdryer in the room. Good breakfast with spicy black pudding. 10am checkout time seems harsh.
8
Lorraine
Mar 6, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
We were able to check-in early. The staff were all polite and helpful. The room was great overall, lots of character and very nice ensuite. We ate in the pub in the evening, nice meal and generous portion! Likewise, a great breakfast in the morning! My only 2 minor issues were that although lovely, one of the old windows did not close. It didn't make the room too cold for us, but it does mean that it can be noisy as people come and go from the pub. Be aware if you are a light sleeper!! My other slight niggle was nowhere in the bathroom to put things like toothbrush etc. Sink is large, no room round that for anything. Tiny shelf over loo, which fitted almost nothing!! Maybe a bigger one would be more practical??! Overall however, a lovely stay and don't be put off!
We were able to check-in early. The staff were all polite and helpful. The room was great overall, lots of character and very nice ensuite. We ate in the pub in the evening, nice meal and generous portion! Likewise, a great breakfast in the morning! My only 2 minor issues were that although lovely, one of the old windows did not close. It didn't make the room too cold for us, but it does mean that it can be noisy as people come and go from the pub. Be aware if you are a light sleeper!! My other slight niggle was nowhere in the bathroom to put things like toothbrush etc. Sink is large, no room round that for anything. Tiny shelf over loo, which fitted almost nothing!! Maybe a bigger one would be more practical??! Overall however, a lovely stay and don't be put off!
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms very clean or spotless, but several noted lapses such as dusty surfaces, a dirty remote, or other small oversights.
Related guest reviews
10
Jillian
Jun 21, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was super clean and had air conditioning which was a huge relief during a heat wave. Food downstairs was really yummy and the garden was really nice. Easy walk from the train station too. Would recommend this place!
Room was super clean and had air conditioning which was a huge relief during a heat wave. Food downstairs was really yummy and the garden was really nice. Easy walk from the train station too. Would recommend this place!
10
SAMANTHA
May 29, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Sweet place but our room really wasn’t clean. The dust on the lamp was thick. The staff was kind and it is definitely cute and quaint!
Sweet place but our room really wasn’t clean. The dust on the lamp was thick. The staff was kind and it is definitely cute and quaint!
8
Patricia
Jul 19, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Room was clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful.
10
Matthias
Jan 8, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
All good, clean, close to the cathedral Amazing breakfast!!!
All good, clean, close to the cathedral Amazing breakfast!!!
10
Neal
Jan 1, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely clean hotel,staff very friendly and helpful. Great choice of breakfast,lots of vegetarian and vegan options.
Lovely clean hotel,staff very friendly and helpful. Great choice of breakfast,lots of vegetarian and vegan options.
8
Emma
Jun 12, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
The property was beautifully quaint with low ceilings etc. Our room was very dusty but other than a dirty remote control, acceptable. The stairs were difficult if you have any mobility issues, however the staff carrier bags up which helped enormously. The air conditioning was amazing as it was 32•c! I slept like a log as the bed was so comfortable. The bathroom was lovely and well stocked, just needed some extra cleaning touches. All together a strong 4 out of 5.
The property was beautifully quaint with low ceilings etc. Our room was very dusty but other than a dirty remote control, acceptable. The stairs were difficult if you have any mobility issues, however the staff carrier bags up which helped enormously. The air conditioning was amazing as it was 32•c! I slept like a log as the bed was so comfortable. The bathroom was lovely and well stocked, just needed some extra cleaning touches. All together a strong 4 out of 5.
4
michael
Dec 5, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Very sad. A lovely old hotel in the centre of Ely. The boiler must have broken down as the shower was freezing cold in the morning. What you can't excuse is to be served a cold roast dinner on a sunday lunch time.
Very sad. A lovely old hotel in the centre of Ely. The boiler must have broken down as the shower was freezing cold in the morning. What you can't excuse is to be served a cold roast dinner on a sunday lunch time.
10
Craig
Nov 27, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Great staff, very helpful. We were in room 1 which is a clean modern room. You do hear a little traffic noise but not enough that it's an issue. Just watch you don't rest a bare knee on the heated towel rail when you're sat on the toilet!
Great staff, very helpful. We were in room 1 which is a clean modern room. You do hear a little traffic noise but not enough that it's an issue. Just watch you don't rest a bare knee on the heated towel rail when you're sat on the toilet!
8
Sabine
Nov 24, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean, spacious shower
Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean, spacious shower
6
Zoe
Mar 18, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
I was really looking forward to my stay but it was rather disappointing For the price I would have atleast expected the room to be clean On first arrival after reading there was free parking I had to ring them to find out where it was , it’s in a free car park at the back of the building which would have helped to know in advance The room on first appearance was small but appeared ok , but after looking closer the surfaces were all covered in dust , on top of the bedside tables , lamps , top of radiator, the box edges around the room , even the hanging tv cable was thick with it There was also a dirty smudge on a pillow case but luckily that was easily removed and was too tired to think more of it Then on and off throughout the night what sounded like a macerator kept going off . The room is also above the entrance to the pub and rather noisy along a busy central road so I was woken severally times through the night As they are single pane old windows and there are also speed bumps the vans and cars going over making a racket through the night The only plus about this trip was the food , it was nice enough and the ladies that served were lovely , but feel this was an overpriced room with how in clean it was I only stayed one of the 2 nights I booked and found other accommodation for my second night
I was really looking forward to my stay but it was rather disappointing For the price I would have atleast expected the room to be clean On first arrival after reading there was free parking I had to ring them to find out where it was , it’s in a free car park at the back of the building which would have helped to know in advance The room on first appearance was small but appeared ok , but after looking closer the surfaces were all covered in dust , on top of the bedside tables , lamps , top of radiator, the box edges around the room , even the hanging tv cable was thick with it There was also a dirty smudge on a pillow case but luckily that was easily removed and was too tired to think more of it Then on and off throughout the night what sounded like a macerator kept going off . The room is also above the entrance to the pub and rather noisy along a busy central road so I was woken severally times through the night As they are single pane old windows and there are also speed bumps the vans and cars going over making a racket through the night The only plus about this trip was the food , it was nice enough and the ladies that served were lovely , but feel this was an overpriced room with how in clean it was I only stayed one of the 2 nights I booked and found other accommodation for my second night
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and characterful, often with air conditioning and comfy beds, and several guests reported no noise from the pub downstairs. Recurring downsides are street noise from original single-glazed windows, some steep stair access, and occasional worn mattresses or minor faults.
Related guest reviews
8
David
Nov 20, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Excellent staff and room was clean enough Only gripe is the paper thin l lead glazed windows ( I’m guessing it’s a listed building) I could hear people talking and walking on the street 1 floor up Also very noisy road from 5 am until 11pm ! Tractors and bin Lorrie’s at 5:30am annoying as no soundproof windows or walls
Excellent staff and room was clean enough Only gripe is the paper thin l lead glazed windows ( I’m guessing it’s a listed building) I could hear people talking and walking on the street 1 floor up Also very noisy road from 5 am until 11pm ! Tractors and bin Lorrie’s at 5:30am annoying as no soundproof windows or walls
8
Lynn
Jun 6, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Central location. Nice clean rooms. Tasty breakfast. Room not ready when we arrived at 2pm - took a further 45 mins. Quite comfortable but the matress had seen better days and was in need of a replacement
Central location. Nice clean rooms. Tasty breakfast. Room not ready when we arrived at 2pm - took a further 45 mins. Quite comfortable but the matress had seen better days and was in need of a replacement
10
Heather
Oct 14, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was full of character but had all the modern conveniences. Staff were friendly and attentive. The breakfast was outstanding - cooked to order and piping hot.
Room was full of character but had all the modern conveniences. Staff were friendly and attentive. The breakfast was outstanding - cooked to order and piping hot.
10
Diane
Nov 19, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Although the property is in the centre of town, it was very quiet and calm. The room was amazing, plenty of space, comfortable bed and no noise heard from the pub or other residents. The menu offered was good with plenty of options as was the breakfast. I would not hesitate to stop there again when I visit the area.
Although the property is in the centre of town, it was very quiet and calm. The room was amazing, plenty of space, comfortable bed and no noise heard from the pub or other residents. The menu offered was good with plenty of options as was the breakfast. I would not hesitate to stop there again when I visit the area.
6
Melissa
Nov 27, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice but lots of noise from the road.
Nice but lots of noise from the road.
10
Nikki
Aug 5, 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
Stayed for a week, travelling alone. Location brilliant, lees than 5 minutes walk to Cathedral and riverside. Room well equipped and comfortable, with air conditioning that was very welcome. Some road noise, windows are original, single glazed and offer little sound proofing, but road quiet at night and it didnt trouble me. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were excellent, lots of choice, freshly cooked, hot, well presented and delicious. Bar and restaurant very nice, with patio area for drinks and food. Would recommend this hotel for a stay in Ely.
Stayed for a week, travelling alone. Location brilliant, lees than 5 minutes walk to Cathedral and riverside. Room well equipped and comfortable, with air conditioning that was very welcome. Some road noise, windows are original, single glazed and offer little sound proofing, but road quiet at night and it didnt trouble me. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfasts were excellent, lots of choice, freshly cooked, hot, well presented and delicious. Bar and restaurant very nice, with patio area for drinks and food. Would recommend this hotel for a stay in Ely.
10
Mark
Oct 28, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Friendly greeting from the staff, an exceptional room soundproofed so you'd have no idea there was a bar below. Exceptionally presented rooms with handy toiletries and a very decent breakfast. We were very impressed and will book again on our next visit
Friendly greeting from the staff, an exceptional room soundproofed so you'd have no idea there was a bar below. Exceptionally presented rooms with handy toiletries and a very decent breakfast. We were very impressed and will book again on our next visit
10
Craig
Nov 27, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Great staff, very helpful. We were in room 1 which is a clean modern room. You do hear a little traffic noise but not enough that it's an issue. Just watch you don't rest a bare knee on the heated towel rail when you're sat on the toilet!
Great staff, very helpful. We were in room 1 which is a clean modern room. You do hear a little traffic noise but not enough that it's an issue. Just watch you don't rest a bare knee on the heated towel rail when you're sat on the toilet!
8
Jennifer
Nov 20, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Great hotel for the night. Lovely big comfy bed. Great en-suite clean and large in size. It was a little warm during the night and took a while to work out the aircon but still have a fab sleep. Breakfast in the morning was lovely with amazing coffee and juice.
Great hotel for the night. Lovely big comfy bed. Great en-suite clean and large in size. It was a little warm during the night and took a while to work out the aircon but still have a fab sleep. Breakfast in the morning was lovely with amazing coffee and juice.
6
chris
Aug 16, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice air conditioned room. But right at the top, with some tricky stairs to navigate. Bringing luggage down was done in stages. No hairdryer in the room. Good breakfast with spicy black pudding. 10am checkout time seems harsh.
Nice air conditioned room. But right at the top, with some tricky stairs to navigate. Bringing luggage down was done in stages. No hairdryer in the room. Good breakfast with spicy black pudding. 10am checkout time seems harsh.
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with clear parking guidance, early check-ins and luggage assistance. A few minor complaints include early last orders at the bar.
Related guest reviews
6
Debbie
Oct 1, 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Parking a pain, although free ,had to move car by 12:00 to lower car park, then back to upper at 14:00 ,then repeat, a hotel concession (ticket would be good). When going to the bar at 22:15 to order drinks, was told last orders at 22:00!? Blind in room was broken and some dust on some surfaces. Breakfast was good, but a pot of coffee would be better, food in restaurant was expensive. Bathroom was modern and recent and in good order.
Parking a pain, although free ,had to move car by 12:00 to lower car park, then back to upper at 14:00 ,then repeat, a hotel concession (ticket would be good). When going to the bar at 22:15 to order drinks, was told last orders at 22:00!? Blind in room was broken and some dust on some surfaces. Breakfast was good, but a pot of coffee would be better, food in restaurant was expensive. Bathroom was modern and recent and in good order.
10
Phillip
Jan 13, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
The property is well positioned in Ely, once parked everything is within a short walking distance. The staff were very helpful and the accommodation was very comfortable. The food was very nice and overall the whole experience certainly lived up to our expectations. We will certainly use this property again on our next visit to the area.
The property is well positioned in Ely, once parked everything is within a short walking distance. The staff were very helpful and the accommodation was very comfortable. The food was very nice and overall the whole experience certainly lived up to our expectations. We will certainly use this property again on our next visit to the area.
10
martha
Sep 17, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Great central location. Easy walk to the cathedral and sites, shopping, eating. Super helpful staff. Nice recently remodeled bathroom.
Great central location. Easy walk to the cathedral and sites, shopping, eating. Super helpful staff. Nice recently remodeled bathroom.
8
Patricia
Jul 19, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Room was clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful.
10
Andy
Jun 28, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Visited Ely for the first time. Chose theRoyal Standard due to location in the “city” centre. Pre-visit I emailed a couple of questions re parking. Quick and clear response. Parking is right behind the pub in free to park public parking. The staff explained simple process to avoid parking fines. Able and welcomed to check in early. Room was very clean and comfortable with separate sofa/lounge area. Bed very comfortable and shower big and easily adjusted temperature. Didn’t eat at the pub in the evening but the breakfast was superb. Great produce freshly cooked to perfection. All staff helpful and friendly and the pub is in an excellent location for exploring Ely on foot. Cannot recommend The Royal Standard highly enough. Thanks to the whole team
Visited Ely for the first time. Chose theRoyal Standard due to location in the “city” centre. Pre-visit I emailed a couple of questions re parking. Quick and clear response. Parking is right behind the pub in free to park public parking. The staff explained simple process to avoid parking fines. Able and welcomed to check in early. Room was very clean and comfortable with separate sofa/lounge area. Bed very comfortable and shower big and easily adjusted temperature. Didn’t eat at the pub in the evening but the breakfast was superb. Great produce freshly cooked to perfection. All staff helpful and friendly and the pub is in an excellent location for exploring Ely on foot. Cannot recommend The Royal Standard highly enough. Thanks to the whole team
10
David
Jan 25, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room and friendly, helpful staff.
Lovely room and friendly, helpful staff.
10
Mark
Oct 28, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Friendly greeting from the staff, an exceptional room soundproofed so you'd have no idea there was a bar below. Exceptionally presented rooms with handy toiletries and a very decent breakfast. We were very impressed and will book again on our next visit
Friendly greeting from the staff, an exceptional room soundproofed so you'd have no idea there was a bar below. Exceptionally presented rooms with handy toiletries and a very decent breakfast. We were very impressed and will book again on our next visit
10
David
Mar 23, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice welcome - useful tips on parking. Extra mile to make sure my partner was OK as she has sight issues. Great location, a popular evening pub, a great location for the riverside, the Cathedral and the main attractions.
Nice welcome - useful tips on parking. Extra mile to make sure my partner was OK as she has sight issues. Great location, a popular evening pub, a great location for the riverside, the Cathedral and the main attractions.
10
Shashi
Sep 24, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Had an issue accessing the room after hours but staff & management where excellent and went above and beyond to sort it out lovely rooms and atmosphere will definitely stay again
Had an issue accessing the room after hours but staff & management where excellent and went above and beyond to sort it out lovely rooms and atmosphere will definitely stay again
8
Sabine
Nov 24, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean, spacious shower
Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean, spacious shower
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Location
Central and walkable for Ely’s cathedral, riverside and shops, with a free public car park adjacent or behind. Some guests noted that the high-street setting brings typical street activity.
Related guest reviews
10
emma
Feb 16, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
We were impressed with the room, it’s comfy bed & stylish decor. The staff were on hand, friendly and helpful. Great location in the town centre.
We were impressed with the room, it’s comfy bed & stylish decor. The staff were on hand, friendly and helpful. Great location in the town centre.
10
Mrs
May 17, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location for exploring Ely; free public car park adjacent to hotel and everything within 10 minutes walk. Room was comfortable and breakfast delicious.
Excellent location for exploring Ely; free public car park adjacent to hotel and everything within 10 minutes walk. Room was comfortable and breakfast delicious.
10
martha
Sep 17, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Great central location. Easy walk to the cathedral and sites, shopping, eating. Super helpful staff. Nice recently remodeled bathroom.
Great central location. Easy walk to the cathedral and sites, shopping, eating. Super helpful staff. Nice recently remodeled bathroom.
10
Maria
May 14, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay. Right on high street so walkable to shops, restaurants, the river etc. Friendly staff. Lovely room. Could park in car park behind hotel & staff give guidelines on parking times. Can hear traffic from room but expected as on high street. Would stay again if in area.
Great place to stay. Right on high street so walkable to shops, restaurants, the river etc. Friendly staff. Lovely room. Could park in car park behind hotel & staff give guidelines on parking times. Can hear traffic from room but expected as on high street. Would stay again if in area.
8
Dawn
May 16, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
A good place to stay in Ely. Very central. The room was clean and the shower was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent all freshly cooked and a wide choice. It was only 5mins wak to the Cathedral and 5mins to the river.
A good place to stay in Ely. Very central. The room was clean and the shower was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent all freshly cooked and a wide choice. It was only 5mins wak to the Cathedral and 5mins to the river.
8
Geoffrey
Oct 28, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Good location
Good location
10
John
Aug 28, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Great location for visiting Ely. Just an overnight stop. Lovely room and bathroom. Good breakfast too.
Great location for visiting Ely. Just an overnight stop. Lovely room and bathroom. Good breakfast too.
10
David
Mar 23, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice welcome - useful tips on parking. Extra mile to make sure my partner was OK as she has sight issues. Great location, a popular evening pub, a great location for the riverside, the Cathedral and the main attractions.
Nice welcome - useful tips on parking. Extra mile to make sure my partner was OK as she has sight issues. Great location, a popular evening pub, a great location for the riverside, the Cathedral and the main attractions.
8
Judith
Nov 17, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely comfortable and central property with excellent hot fresh breakfast and friendly staff. Not suitable for light sleepers as rooms have casement lead windows and no double glazing.
Lovely comfortable and central property with excellent hot fresh breakfast and friendly staff. Not suitable for light sleepers as rooms have casement lead windows and no double glazing.
10
Andrea
Apr 17, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
The location was brilliant for looking around Ely which is beautiful. The room was lovely decorated and the bathroom was amazing especially the shower. We was in room 3. The cooked breakfast choice was good and was nice. We parked in the free public car park behind the pub which is brilliant if you are able to get a space.
The location was brilliant for looking around Ely which is beautiful. The room was lovely decorated and the bathroom was amazing especially the shower. We was in room 3. The cooked breakfast choice was good and was nice. We parked in the free public car park behind the pub which is brilliant if you are able to get a space.
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Dining
Breakfast consistently earns strong praise for freshness, choice and quality, and many enjoyed evening meals in the pub. A few negatives mention a cold roast or pricing, but overall feedback is very positive.
Related guest reviews
10
Jillian
Jun 21, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Room was super clean and had air conditioning which was a huge relief during a heat wave. Food downstairs was really yummy and the garden was really nice. Easy walk from the train station too. Would recommend this place!
Room was super clean and had air conditioning which was a huge relief during a heat wave. Food downstairs was really yummy and the garden was really nice. Easy walk from the train station too. Would recommend this place!
10
Neal
Jan 1, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely clean hotel,staff very friendly and helpful. Great choice of breakfast,lots of vegetarian and vegan options.
Lovely clean hotel,staff very friendly and helpful. Great choice of breakfast,lots of vegetarian and vegan options.
10
Vanessa
Jun 23, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Hotel staff could not have been more helpful. We ate dinner on Friday nights which was delicious. Excellent breakfast too
Hotel staff could not have been more helpful. We ate dinner on Friday nights which was delicious. Excellent breakfast too
10
Hazel
Jun 9, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable, great food!
Very comfortable, great food!
4
michael
Dec 5, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Very sad. A lovely old hotel in the centre of Ely. The boiler must have broken down as the shower was freezing cold in the morning. What you can't excuse is to be served a cold roast dinner on a sunday lunch time.
Very sad. A lovely old hotel in the centre of Ely. The boiler must have broken down as the shower was freezing cold in the morning. What you can't excuse is to be served a cold roast dinner on a sunday lunch time.
10
Derek
Jul 10, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
The 2 day trip was a birthday present for my partner. She was delighted with the room, the modern shower facilities, the friendly, helpful staff, the excellent food (both evening meal and breakfast) and the location (just 5 minutes walk from the magnificent cathedral).
The 2 day trip was a birthday present for my partner. She was delighted with the room, the modern shower facilities, the friendly, helpful staff, the excellent food (both evening meal and breakfast) and the location (just 5 minutes walk from the magnificent cathedral).
8
Lynne
Jul 19, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
On the Main Street so surrounded by shops. Some traffic noise but didn’t disturb us. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food excellent. Generous portions, very hot and tasty. Would recommend.. Glad of the air con in our room as very hot week. A shelf is needed in the bathroom which is spacious but nowhere to put your toiletries.
On the Main Street so surrounded by shops. Some traffic noise but didn’t disturb us. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food excellent. Generous portions, very hot and tasty. Would recommend.. Glad of the air con in our room as very hot week. A shelf is needed in the bathroom which is spacious but nowhere to put your toiletries.
8
Judith
Nov 17, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Lovely comfortable and central property with excellent hot fresh breakfast and friendly staff. Not suitable for light sleepers as rooms have casement lead windows and no double glazing.
Lovely comfortable and central property with excellent hot fresh breakfast and friendly staff. Not suitable for light sleepers as rooms have casement lead windows and no double glazing.
10
Simon
Aug 28, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Very nice food in the pub. The breakfast was excellent. Room was roomy and cool (a/c). Bed was comfy with nice pillows!
Very nice food in the pub. The breakfast was excellent. Room was roomy and cool (a/c). Bed was comfy with nice pillows!
10
barry
Jul 12, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Good friendly hotel. Excellent breakfast
Good friendly hotel. Excellent breakfast
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
10
Simon
last week
·
Stayed 1 night
Warm welcome, modern and comfortable room, great decor in room and bathroom. Excellent breakfast. Only negative… up your coffee game!! Would recommend
Warm welcome, modern and comfortable room, great decor in room and bathroom. Excellent breakfast. Only negative… up your coffee game!! Would recommend
10
Dawn
2 weeks ago
·
Stayed 1 night
Our stay was amazing from start to finish totally recommend
Our stay was amazing from start to finish totally recommend
10
John
3 weeks ago
·
Stayed 1 night
Great choice if you like a cosy old English style in. Great staff and ample free parking (with restrictions) in the public car park at the rear. Good choice of beers for a cGreene King pub (but a superb micropub across the road.. sorry 🙄) Evening meal was excellent with food quality menu choices and attentive staff. Breakfast choices were superb, but I may have overeaten a little. Room was no doubt subject to listed building status as the 17th/18th century windows were thin and a little bit loud with traffic noise but you soon get used to it and it wasn't too busy a road. Very convenient to discover Ely, and I thought it was excellent value for money. Bed was really comfortable and varying types of pillows for the pickiest of pillow munchers. Tastefully decorated 14 hour access with key and lovely toiletries and tea and coffee. Stayed in hotels a lot worse for twice the price and I thought this was an absolute gem. Will definitely be the first on the list when back in Ely
Great choice if you like a cosy old English style in. Great staff and ample free parking (with restrictions) in the public car park at the rear. Good choice of beers for a cGreene King pub (but a superb micropub across the road.. sorry 🙄) Evening meal was excellent with food quality menu choices and attentive staff. Breakfast choices were superb, but I may have overeaten a little. Room was no doubt subject to listed building status as the 17th/18th century windows were thin and a little bit loud with traffic noise but you soon get used to it and it wasn't too busy a road. Very convenient to discover Ely, and I thought it was excellent value for money. Bed was really comfortable and varying types of pillows for the pickiest of pillow munchers. Tastefully decorated 14 hour access with key and lovely toiletries and tea and coffee. Stayed in hotels a lot worse for twice the price and I thought this was an absolute gem. Will definitely be the first on the list when back in Ely
8
Judith
Aug 21, 2026
·
Stayed 2 nights
As it’s an very old building the floors are uneven
As it’s an very old building the floors are uneven
10
Shallum
Jul 31, 2026
·
Stayed 1 night
Great staff and great food
Great staff and great food
Property Policies
Check-in instructions
Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 21:00
Before 10:00
Good to know
Additional policies and info about this property.
FAQs about The Royal Standard
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available for a fee at The Royal Standard.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
Where is the property located in relation to local attractions?
The Royal Standard is located within a 5-minute walk of Babylon Gallery and Ted Coney's Family Portraits, approximately 0.2 miles from Waterside Antiques Centre and 0.3 miles from Jubilee Gardens.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are welcome at the property, and children can stay for free up to a certain age.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs, and any requests should be made in advance for confirmation.
Have a question?
Instant AI responses are based on hotel information
Prices for upcoming dates
October 2026
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
November 2026
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cheaper
Pricier
Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-20: NO DATA
- 2026-10-21: 131.70336791095733USD
- 2026-10-22: 142.96195213336944USD
- 2026-10-23: NO DATA
- 2026-10-24: 214.20294701690673USD
- 2026-10-25: 142.6619874343872USD
- 2026-10-26: 178.59442229003906USD
- 2026-10-27: 178.38747209243775USD
- 2026-10-28: NO DATA
- 2026-10-29: 212.8531272895813USD
- 2026-10-30: 155.36038165054322USD
- 2026-10-31: NO DATA
- 2026-11-01: 131.26070729827882USD
- 2026-11-02: 131.44340364551545USD
- 2026-11-03: 131.44340364551545USD
- 2026-11-04: 131.44340364551545USD
- 2026-11-05: 131.44340364551545USD
- 2026-11-06: 203.3243197933197USD
- 2026-11-07: 203.56430526008606USD
- 2026-11-08: 131.56338781166076USD
- 2026-11-09: 131.56338781166076USD
- 2026-11-10: 143.54187703094482USD
- 2026-11-11: 131.56338781166076USD
- 2026-11-12: 191.53581764068602USD
- 2026-11-13: NO DATA
- 2026-11-14: 167.49885546951293USD
- 2026-11-15: 131.56338781166076USD
- 2026-11-16: 131.56338781166076USD
- 2026-11-17: 131.56338781166076USD
- 2026-11-18: 143.54187703094482USD
- 2026-11-19: 211.65328562812803USD
- 2026-11-20: 239.45976391716002USD
- 2026-11-21: 172.94816704788207USD
- 2026-11-22: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-11-23: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-11-24: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-11-25: 159.6398368999481USD
- 2026-11-26: 159.6398368999481USD
- 2026-11-27: 172.93816051406858USD
- 2026-11-28: 172.93816051406858USD
- 2026-11-29: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-11-30: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-01: 143.22028005638123USD
- 2026-12-02: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-03: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-04: NO DATA
- 2026-12-05: 186.24649066200254USD
- 2026-12-06: 159.6398368999481USD
- 2026-12-07: NO DATA
- 2026-12-08: 199.55480367546082USD
- 2026-12-09: 199.55480367546082USD
- 2026-12-10: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-11: 172.93816051406858USD
- 2026-12-12: 226.16144030303954USD
- 2026-12-13: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-14: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-15: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-16: 146.33152388648986USD
- 2026-12-17: 132.19636961326597USD
- 2026-12-18: 172.93816051406858USD
- 2026-12-19: 169.64978047409056USD
- 2026-12-20: 146.33152388648986USD
The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards
- This property is professionally cleaned
- The property is professionally cleaned.
Popular amenities
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tennis Courts
Housekeeping
Fishing
Activities
Tennis Courts
Fishing
Horse Riding
Parking
Parking
Free Parking
General
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Services
Housekeeping
Luggage Storage
Internet
Free Wi-Fi