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The Three Pickerels

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Ely hotel

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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

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Basic Room | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

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

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, Balcony, River View

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

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Deluxe Room, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, River View

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

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Superior Room, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, River View

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

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds

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

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Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Memory foam beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

In Ely .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Fenced Acre and 2 miles (3 km) of Pingles Pit with a stay here. Haddenham Library and Haddenham Closed Cemetery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Fenced Acre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pingles Pit - 6 min drive - 2.3 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

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 Green Welly - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Three Kings - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Three Pickerels

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Ely hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ely hotel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Three Pickerels offers 10 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

The Three Pickerels

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Three Pickerels to the airport?

The Three Pickerels is 22 mi (44-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Dec 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Three Pickerels on Dec 27, 2025 start from $110.49, 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.

Does The Three Pickerels have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Three Pickerels .

Does The Three Pickerels offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Three Pickerels , but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Three Pickerels ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Three Pickerels ?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Three Pickerels ?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Three Pickerels have a pool?

The Three Pickerels does not have a pool.

Does The Three Pickerels have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Three Pickerels have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Three Pickerels to downtown Ely?

The Three Pickerels is 0.3 mi away from Mepal.

The Three Pickerels Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Room beautiful, bed extremely comfy. Food excellent. Lack of hanging and shelving space the only down side.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

Fab find

Amazing find defo going back so friendly, helpful, and accommodatng. Room was immaculate large fluffy towels modern bathroom. Food and atmosphere fabulous good value and original menu, with some classics all homemade.
Homemade cheese burger and handcut chips
And the same served naked on request
Smoked haddock scotch egg
Salt and pepper sqiud
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location,food great, staff couldn't help enough, definitely be visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely room with great facilities. Restaurant was nice, though choices fairly limited. Decent breakfast. Lovely location, though the roads are poorly maintained in the surrounding area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Cambridgeshire break.

Excellent value for money. Modern, clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. Food very good and great location by the river. We went for a relaxing few days and thats exactly what we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, friendly, helpful staff, lovely position on the river, close to Ely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shereen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and spotlessly clean. It overlooked the river
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Underwhelmed

Very noisy from nearby road Weird having to use an outdoor entrance and exit from the main reception and common areas bar dining room etc to and from the rooms Told Breakfast was 7 to 10 then asked to specify time also asked checkout time this was weird Too expensive
Balcony
View from restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

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

A great place to visit

Exceptional. First class food friendly staff. Well thought out room. Breakfast overlooking the river, where a kingfisher decided to perch
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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