The Three Pickerels

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

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Restaurant
Restaurant
Lounge
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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The Pickerels, Bridge Road, Mepal, Ely, England, CB6 2AR
  • Place, Fenced Acre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pingles Pit
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Ely Cathedral
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, Balcony, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, River View

  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ely

Located within a 5-minute 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 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ely Cathedral - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 35 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 42 min drive - 26.2 miles
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 44 min drive - 32.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ely Station - 19 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cross Keys, Chatteris. - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Crown - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Three Kings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Green Welly - ‬9 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, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Sitting areas, espresso makers, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

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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

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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

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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.

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

This hotel is located in Ely, just steps from Fenced Acre. You'll also find Pingles Pit and Haddenham Library within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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.

What do couples enjoy most about The Three Pickerels ?

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

Does The Three Pickerels have a hot tub?

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 22 mi away (44 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Three Pickerels ?

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

The Three Pickerels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good stay in first class room highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff are very pleasant and helpful will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Unfortunately not advised that the restaurant was closed on both of our nights. Especially as we arrived late on the first night. Breakfast was average. Would not stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Lovely room in great location, great meal in restaurant and excellent value breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Lovely spot for a nights stay

Lovely spot for a nights stay with my wife. Will certainly be back. The roast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great hotel

Beautiful room, comfy bed, lovely breakfast and restaurant food excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and rooms. Staff friendly and welcoming. Balcony looking onto river.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, with a beautiful view of the river and great dining facilities. The staff were very good and the room clean and spacious. Overall would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

SEAN

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

Great stay, but bed too soft

Great dinner, enough choice, price just about ok. Great breakfast (and big) Great staff Beer prices acceptable. Only shame was bed was too soft (and pillows) It was probably a quality, expensive bed but we found it so soft it was difficult to sleep on (which is the reason to stay there!) Almost felt like head was lower than our feet. But if you like a soft bed 10/10 The weather wasn't good enough for us to spend time outside, but the facilities were ideal for a sunny day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, nice and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent family room Immaculate clean Only thing they need to do is put mattress protector on bed and needs better quality pillows with protectors on
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly polite staff. Lovely food evening meal and breakfast. Very clean. Nice view over the river. Definitely will return. Very close to Ely Cathedral and Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Very accommodating staff. We were very late on arrival and staff were welcoming and happy to accommodate. Lovely room and beautiful surroundings
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

Fabulous Find

We had the most relaxing time on our 3 night stay. Lovely welcome and a very comfortable room ( with a balcony over looking the river). Definitely worth booking the breakfast - more than value for money. Ate there each evening too, came home feeling a tad full!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025