Ely Historic Hotel

A visit to the cathedral in Ely will be a draw for the historian and history buff. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the bars?

Based on our travel expertise, Lamb Hotel by Greene King Inns is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a bar. Ely Cathedral is a short walk away. Other choices close to historic sites include The High Flyer and Poets House.

In Ely, there are 81 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Ely is notable for its a cathedral and landmarks like Ely Cathedral, Ely Museum and Oliver Cromwell’s House. Cultural venues include Ted Coney’s Family Portraits and Stretham Old Engine. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve and Wisbech.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Ely, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Ely, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.