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The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel

2.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and a coffee shop

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Standard Double Room | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Exterior
Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
1 Sandhill, Ely, England, CB6 1NT
  • Wisbech
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ely Cathedral
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Single Room

  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Ely

The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel places you within a 10-minute drive of Cineworld Ely and Oliver Cromwell's House. This hotel has 5 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Wisbech - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Ely Museum - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Ely City Golf Club - 11 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Ely Cathedral - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve - 24 min drive - 17.5 miles

Getting around

  • Littleport Station - 16 min walk
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ely Leisure Village - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Yard - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Market Kitchen Ely - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and a coffee shop
At The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, access to locker space, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets. Safes and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Smoke n' Spice
  • The Brasserie
  • The Riverside Bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

The Swan A Colombo Edition
The Swan A Colombo Edition Hotel
The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Ely
The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Hotel
The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Hotel Ely

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

This hotel is located in Ely, close to Ely Cathedral, Wisbech, and WWT Welney Wetland Centre. You'll also find Ely City Golf Club and Ely Museum nearby.

Is parking available on site at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

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

Does The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and 2 restaurants.

Does The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel has 2 restaurants, and serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel is Cambridge (CBG), which is 24 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel.

The Swan - A Colombo Edition Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Motunrayo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms noisy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Faye

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Frank

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

The swan

Pub and rooms had fan heaters as central heating did not work. Choice of drinks was lager lager and more lager. Food choices were limited. I opted for the fish and chips to be served a fish that had batter that was very oil filled. I will not be using here again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pretty good value Rooms are pretty tired and there was no gas heating but the provided space heater made up for it Lovely area
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

p

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

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

Quiet & comfortable

Great room with a small balcony overlooking the river. Nice menu for dinner & great choice of drinks from the bar. No breakfast available at the property despite whats hotels.com tell you but plenty of choice in Littleport. Great stay & would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

OK for a short visit

Tiny balcony, ok for short visit. Train passing crossing annoying all night, but convenient and clean a bit dated though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

PM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub on the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Bad experience

Used the hotel previously for work. Very clean and tidy. Booked for a second time and work arrangements changed. Forfeited 2 nights but was promised a refund on the 3rd. This was not given and the manager will not answer the phone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Great stop off after long drive

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

d

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival was abit hesitant to be honest as right near the railway line and car park had a large buzzing generator. Our fears were unfounded as facilities were excellent.Rooms were at the back , a series of chalets with their own locked security corridor .Motion sensor lights made it easy to see in the dark . Rooms were modern and very clean .Towels arranged like swans when we arrived making it look very luxurious.Rooms were warm and each room had a small balcony over looking the river . We ate in the swan pub and found the food lovely and at a good price .Akso had complimentary tea , coffee and wine .Plus an extensive information folder in room. Unfortunately the swan wasn’t providing breakfast but they had links to a local cafe which provided discount fir hotel guests . There was live music on Sat night but this stopped about midnight so did not disturb us . Travel into Ely took approx 15 mins . Would def recommend, staff very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn

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

Nice & Comfortable!

We had a very nice overnight stay at The Swan in a comfortable & quiet room overlooking the river. The room was round the back of the pub in a separate block so we were able to go out & come in when we wanted. It was very nicely & thoughtfully furnished and supplied - good beverage choices, wine & water, lovely fluffy towels, lots of hot water & a great shower. It was very warm though, a few degrees cooler would have suited us better but we were able to keep the window open all night which was ok. I was disappointed not to be able to get breakfast there as Hotels.com said we could but we found a nice place 10 mins walk up the road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dale

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dale

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

Beautiful peaceful stay

Great location and lovely pub/restuarant. Location on riverbank is beautiful and peaceful. Rooms are comfortable and well looked after. Had a great night's sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Nice Boutique Hotel on the Great Ouse

Lovely little hotel on the river, nice food and friendly staff. Just five rooms but each has veranda overlooking the river. Recently refurbished and under new management (I believe). I look forward to staying longer next time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023