The Royal Standard

The Royal Standard - A historic inn with traditional pub dining, modern rooms, and proximity to Ely Cathedral

The Royal Standard, a 3-star inn with an 8.5/10 Booking.com rating, occupies the oldest building on Ely's Fore Hill, dating to the 15th century. The property features five en-suite rooms, each equipped with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and modern bathrooms with oversized rain showers; some rooms include king-sized beds or sofa beds for families. Guests at The Royal Standard can dine on an extensive menu of fresh seafood, steaks, and traditional pub fare, paired with real ales, cocktails, or a 60-bottle wine list. The inn offers free WiFi, a shared lounge, and proximity to Ely Cathedral (0.5 km) and Ely train station (10-minute walk), with direct links to London and Cambridge. Activities nearby include fishing, squash, and tennis.

Pros

The historic 15th-century building provides a unique ambiance.

The restaurant serves locally sourced seafood, steaks, and a curated wine list.

Rooms feature modern amenities like oversized rain showers and flat-screen TVs.

Ely Cathedral and the train station are within a 10-minute walk.

Cons

No on-site spa or fitness facilities.

Limited parking options in the historic Fore Hill area.