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The Royal Standard

4.0 star property

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Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small)
Premium Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
Miscellaneous
Exterior
Lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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24 Fore Hill, Ely, England, CB7 4AF
  • Place, Babylon Gallery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ted Coney's Family Portraits
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ely Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Suite, Ensuite

Premium Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Double Room, Ensuite

Premium Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Suite, Ensuite

Premium Suite, Ensuite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ely

The Royal Standard places you within a 5-minute walk of Babylon Gallery and Ted Coney's Family Portraits. This 5-room, 4-star inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Babylon Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ted Coney's Family Portraits - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ely Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jubilee Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wisbech - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ely Station - 13 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The High Flyer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Yard - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Minster Tavern Ely - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Peacocks Tearoom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Maltings - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Royal Standard

Free WiFi in public areas and an outdoor tennis court are featured at The Royal Standard. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice.
Recreational amenities at the inn include an outdoor tennis court.

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Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor tennis court

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Royal Standard?

This inn is located in Ely, just steps from Babylon Gallery and Ted Coney's Family Portraits, and within a short walk of Ely Cathedral. You'll also find Wisbech and Waterside Antiques Centre less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Standard?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Standard on Jun 14, 2026 start from $127, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Royal Standard?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Royal Standard have a casino on the premises?

No, The Royal Standard doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Standard?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Royal Standard good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Does The Royal Standard have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Royal Standard have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Standard serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Royal Standard allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Royal Standard.

Does The Royal Standard have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Where is the closest airport to The Royal Standard?

The closest major airport to The Royal Standard is Cambridge (CBG), which is 18.8 mi away (36 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Royal Standard?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Standard.

The Royal Standard Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 302 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 302 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 302 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 302 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 302 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean, spacious shower
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice but lots of noise from the road.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Easy walk to the cathedral and sites, shopping, eating. Super helpful staff. Nice recently remodeled bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reslly nice accommodation, perfect location and excellent quality breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice relaxed break and lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, lovely food and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mrs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location

Excellent location for exploring Ely; free public car park adjacent to hotel and everything within 10 minutes walk. Room was comfortable and breakfast delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, clean, close to the cathedral Amazing breakfast!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff very friendly and helpful, location very good and close to the cathedral
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic food and a friendly setting.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic stay!

Fantastic stay! Really lovely hotel, large spacious room, lovely decor, great breakfast choice and pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing break

Lovely clean and comfy room and delicious breakfast. Great central location for exploring Ely and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding Breakfast

Location is excellent, very comfy clean room, the Breakfast choice and quality was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room with an amazing breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel staff could not have been more helpful. We ate dinner on Friday nights which was delicious. Excellent breakfast too
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub, nice outdoor seating area, gorgeous room, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great relaxing weekend

Great welcome, room comfortable and well equipped, restaurant with good choices and excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended hotel

good value for money, food excellent, hospitality was good highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for visiting Ely. Just an overnight stop. Lovely room and bathroom. Good breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024