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The Royal Standard

Property class: 4

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A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, a window with a view, and a decorative item on the windowsill.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a patterned carpet, a black cabinet with glass doors, and framed artwork on the wall.
A traditional building with a sign for 'Greene King' and 'Royal Standard' pub.
A bar with multiple beer taps, including IPA, batemans Gold, and Isle of Ely.
A room with two upholstered chairs with metallic studs, a small round table, and a window providing natural light.

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, Ely Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Oliver Cromwell's House
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Suite, Ensuite

A compact, well-lit room with a bed, desk, and a small window.

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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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a bathroom, and a unique wall decoration.

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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A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, a window with a view, and a decorative item on the windowsill.

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

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

View all photos for Premium Suite, Ensuite

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a dark headboard, and a sloped ceiling. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a desk with a chair.

Premium Suite, Ensuite

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

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 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
  • Waterside Antiques Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ely Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ely Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Oliver Cromwell's House - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Three Kings - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪West End House - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The High Flyer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lamb - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Royal Standard

Guests staying at The Royal Standard enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court, and a communal living room. 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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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

  • Communal living room
  • 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 Waterside Antiques Centre and Ely Museum less than a mile away.

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

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Standard on Aug 31, 2026 start from $136, 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. 216 out of 315 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 315 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 315 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 315 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 315 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic pub. Breakfast delicious, cooked to order. Very clean, recently refurbished.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean ans staff were great. The breakfast was excellent with top quality produce. The bar was well stocked with a wide veriety of drinks available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, small but very clean, aesthetically pleasing and well thought through. Good location in Ely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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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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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

Marc

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

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, lovely food and great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only had a one night stay while we took in a show in Ely. The staff were really happy and helpful. A small boutique establishment but steeped in history. Although there was maintenance work going on it didn't detract from a lovely experience, the whole building was still immaculately clean. Room was beautiful, I believe that all the rooms are individually styled and ours certainly had a little wow factor. It's also a great location to explore the beautiful city and all it has to offer. The food and beverages were top draw too. All in all a fabulous little pub/restaurant/hotel. The building is hundreds of years old but the facilities are 2026. The Royal Standard is a little gem and we'll happily stay there in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is cooked to order and excellent. Room lovely - in need of tarting up in places but very clean which is the main thing. Most of the staff were great. Just one female staff member was a bit rude to my partner about letting him through to the accommodation when the key was with me. Only one key per room so hardy our fault. All the other staff were excellent - helpful polite and friendly. Very central location for town, cathedral and short walk to the river. Overall a lovely stay and would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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8/10 Good

Jonathan

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