The Three Pickerels

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ely with a restaurant and a bar

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Restaurant
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi
Lounge
Restaurant
Lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Bridge Rd, Ely, England, CB6 2AR
  • Fenced Acre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Wisbech
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ely Cathedral
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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Room options

Deluxe Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Balcony, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ely

Within a short walk of Fenced Acre, The Three Pickerels is within 2 miles (3 km) of Pingles Pit. This 10-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fenced Acre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wisbech - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Ely Cathedral - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve - 18 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 27 min drive - 18.8 miles

Getting around

  • Ely Station - 15 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cross Keys Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Rose & Crown - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chatteris Kebab - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Three Kings - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Isle of Ely - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Three Pickerels

Hotel in Ely with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Three Pickerels enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch Smart TVs. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Sitting areas, espresso makers, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Three Pickerels

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Three Pickerels ?

The Three Pickerels provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Three Pickerels ?

As of May 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Three Pickerels on May 15, 2025 start from $121.65, excluding 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Three Pickerels ?

This hotel is located in Ely within a short 7-minute walk of Fenced Acre. You'll also find Haddenham Closed Cemetery and Feast's Green within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Three Pickerels ?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does The Three Pickerels have a casino on the premises?

No, The Three Pickerels doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Three Pickerels ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Three Pickerels a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a memory foam mattress and a rainfall showerhead in each guestroom with some featuring river views.

Are there hot tubs at The Three Pickerels ?

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

Does The Three Pickerels have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Three Pickerels serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Three Pickerels allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Three Pickerels .

Are there connecting rooms at The Three Pickerels ?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Three Pickerels ?

The closest major airport to The Three Pickerels is Cambridge (CBG), which is 21.8 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Three Pickerels ?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Three Pickerels offer a balcony and may feature river views.

The Three Pickerels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 62 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place. Very friendly staff. Excellent food. Well appointed and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with views over the countryside, great evening with a live band excellent food and great service in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub with excellent food. Good breakfast and the staff were incredible. Really welcoming and made the stay so much nicer. Rooms are good size and to a decent level. Good stay and will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good. Staff very friendly and food good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a beautiful location and staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful place with friendly staff and great breakfast!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has to be one of the nicest hotels we have stayed at in many a year. We arrived 2 hours early and were given key to the room and a very nice young lady showed us the way and explained the facilities. The evening meals were excellent, portions very good and excellent quality food and drink, the lad who served us was pleasant and always smiling. Lovely nights sleep was followed by a super english breakfast and real coffee. What a way to finish the stay. We had a walk around the grounds and it is plain to see the grounds have been lovingly tendered with great furniture etc. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Boutique accommodation with quality furniture, excellent modern decor and extremely friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne

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

Fabulous

What a fabulous hidden gem, appears to be recently fully renovated to a very high modern standard. The staff were really welcoming and the food was delicious I will definitely return if working in the area Visiting after heavy rainfall pictures from the bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our one night stay at the Three Pickerels
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila

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

Pretty location by river

No complaints about actual accommodation but we did not enjoy dinner or breakfast so ate elsewhere on 2nd day. Breakfast was reasonably priced at £1₩ but would prefer to pay more for better quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and it is a really nice hotel in a really quiet location. I enjoyed my stay and only had a few minor issues. The first was I booked an upgraded room with a river view, however my room overlooked the car park and I could barely see the river which was a shame and seems like I wasted some money there. The room was also close to being unbearable due to the heat, it wasn't hot either day but the towel rail was on full and there was no way to adjust the temperature. This meant I had to have the fan on which was very dusty. I was only there for a few days and spent more time away from the hotel than expected so it didn't really impact my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and very customer focused staff. Restaurant menu choice limited but good quality and tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

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

Pleasant location very lively at weekends.

Nice room with comfortable king size bed. Balcony was pleasant and overlooked terrace with lots of outdoor seating. En-suite was good although there was quite a lot of dust, the biggest concern we had was the water did not run away very well in the shower leaving a slippery surface. It would be sensible to have a nonslip surface and a holding bar to grab. There were several spiders living in the room and I removed these as my wife doesn’t like them. In general our stay was pleasant although on the Saturday we went out early but on our return the room had not been refreshed. We were told that someone knocked but there was no answer, we did say on arrival that we would be out early. During the evening there was a live show. We were informed by the hotel two days before our stay that this would be happening and it would finish by 11:30 pm. The music did end on time however there were still a group of people outside our window for at least another 30-45 mins who were talking very loudly. The clear up began straight away, a radio started playing and the staff were scraping tables across the floor, throwing bottles away and collecting glasses. They were very loud and there was a lack of consideration for guests trying to sleep. At one point doors were being banged and the wall behind us shook with the effort. All in all I would say that if you are an evening person this is a great location however, if you are needing to be up early it is probably best to find somewhere quieter.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super accomadtion. Good was excellent & the young man waiting (Josh I believe) was polite, diligent & efficient. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Excellent stay

Took a chance here needing an overnight stay for an event in Ely. What a brilliant place it is. The riverside location is stunning. The rooms are well appointed, comfortable, clean and modern. The staff were all very friendly and polite throughout our stay. The restaurant was excellent and highly recommend for both dinner and breakfast. We fully intend on returning again next year.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellentlocation for exploring the Fens. The accommodation was comfy and the food was tasty and plentiful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with friendly staff,good choice of food,excellent breakfast,great bar and outdoor seating area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great riverside location

Lovely location - comfortable room - great food - friendly folk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024