The Old Hall Ely

I want to give a fair review so… The hotel is amazing, the staff welcoming and happy to help. The food was good and the rooms, shared lounges and dining areas immaculate. HOWEVER, be careful when booking your room. The website suggests that both classic and deluxe rooms ‘..have great views of our grounds’ and this is most definitely not the case. Our room was in an annexe away from the main house and only reached by walking through an outdoor courtyard. (At no point was this mentioned prior to arrival or anywhere on the website). The view was of the car park and service area, not of the beautiful grounds. Additionally the hotel sits in its grounds in a dip just off the busy A142 road - this road can be heard from our room 24/7 and from wherever you are when in the grounds - not at all ‘tranquil and peaceful’. A real shame for what otherwise was a great stay.

Just wanted to say a massive thank you to everyone! From the moment we arrived, the entire team went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect. Thank you to the chefs, the exquisite dishes you prepared not only delighted our taste buds but also showcased the passion and creativity that goes into your craft. Every bite was a celebration, and it was evident that you put love into every plate. Thank you to all the events, restaurant and bar staff, your warm hospitality and attention to detail made us feel right at home. The service was impeccable, and you all made sure our needs were met, allowing us to fully enjoy the evening without a worry. Thank you for creating the perfect ambiance. The music added a magical touch to the night, making it truly unforgettable. You all set the mood for joyous celebrations and meaningful connections. Together, you all made for an amazing night that we will cherish for years to come.

The rooms are gorgeous, the setting is totally picturesque. The hosts were super friendly and helpful. A superb atmosphere too, in fact it was so relaxing we missed breakfast for both days we stayed! This was removed firm our bill too! In the evening we had the grazing boards which were scrumptious! We look forward to staying again and trying the a la carte menu.

We were looking for somewhere to celebrate a double birthday and the Old Hall was perfect, offering old world charm with service that was not intrusive. We stayed in the Cromwell, which was bigger than a lot of flats and it certainly added a sense of luxury to our stay. You may need a hand up to get on to the four poster bed, boy was it high! Dinner, candlelit, was served in the orangery, and was a set price based on the number of course but choice was a bit limited and some came with supplements which we felt were high for what they were. Overall however the food was good and it was a lovely meal overlooking the gardens. The gardens themselves are beautifully landscaped and worth a wonder with areas to sit and enjoy the complimentary afternoon tea in bone china cups. Overall a great stay and happy to recommend

Stayed for 1 night to break a journey. The room was absolutely beautiful - interesting layout, wonderful attention to detail in terms of furniture and decoration and an incredibly comfortable bed. The service was both friendly and professional. The set up gives you the feeling of being a guest in someone’s wonderful house rather than staying in a hotel - something I really liked. Definitely somewhere I would happily return to and stay for longer.