Riverside Inn

Hotels
8.8 (911 reviews)
8 Annesdale , Ely , gb

Free

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Non-smoking throughout
Adult only
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and cosy rooms
Great location by the river
Cons:
Parking issues
Some unhelpful service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Exceptionally clean and beautifully presented.
Service
8.65
Some reviews indicate unhelpful service regarding parking.
Location
9.25
Perfect location to explore Ely and the surrounding areas.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms described as small but comfortable, well-decorated.
Amenities
8.55
Good facilities, but parking was noted as an issue.
Value for Money
8.75
Good value based on location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Breakfast described as lovely but somewhat limited.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall positive experiences with minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 07:28

Property Description

River Views and Modern Comforts

Comfortable Rooms with Amenities

Convenient Location for Exploring

Experience the serene river views at Riverside Inn Guest House in Ely. Enjoy modern comforts like free WiFi and flat-screen TVs in every room. The convenient location near Ely Cathedral and the railway station makes it perfect for exploring the area. Don't miss the chance to relax in a cozy room with a view of the river. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Important information:

Please note that the free parking is subject to availability.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: STN

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 911 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 8.65
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Boyd solo_traveller gb
6
Nice bedroom, nice outlook, terrible parking and terrible staff (Owners) because this was not clear
Pros:

Location on the river is very pleasant

Cons:

The staff were very rude, when travelling for work, 8.00am - 9.30am for breakfast is too late. Tried to have some cereal and toast at 7.45am as I could smell bacon and sausages being cooked. Staff were very unhelpful and didn't speak English, that is until she asked me what my room number was, so I think it suited her to pretend she didn't speak English when it suited. Car parking is a major problem at this property ..........keep away, its not helpful to arrive with no where to park. This is an easy solution for the owners to make an arrangement at the local pub opposite to pay for parking in their car park, but the manager of the pub shared that no one had ever approached them with this solution, which is very easy and suits everyone.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Gill couple gb
7
Great guest house
Pros:

Great location, very clean and well stocked. Breakfast very good.

Cons:

Bed a bit high. Room a bit warm.

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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michael couple gb
9
Excellent
Pros:

The location was lovely overlooking the great Ouse. Very quiet and peaceful. The room was very pleasant and perfectly clean and the breakfast was very nice served in a quaint little dining room. Overall a wonderful experience.

Cons:

The only thing to note is parking. We parked in a nearby car park about 400m down the towpath but was free

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Rachel solo_traveller gb
8
Great location and facilities
Pros:

Room, breakfast, staff and location

Cons:

The key was left in an envelope at the front hall table with my full name and room number. As a solo female traveller I said this was not good practise and my concern was dismissed. Full names on these envelopes is not needed, just surname and initial, to make women travellers feel safe.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple gb
10
Wish we could have stayed longer.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent. Lovely view from the window. The room was warm and comfortable.

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Alan couple us
10
Great little inn with comfortable beds and a good breakfast.
Pros:

We liked the decor, the bedding, the breakfast, and the staff.

Cons:

The room was a little small but nicely decorated.

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller gb
9
A very comfortable and clean place to stay. Pretty location by the river.
Pros:

The location is pretty, adjacent to the river busy with barges and rowing boats. The accommodation is clean and well furnished. At night it was very quiet, although the pouring rain would have kept people indoors.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Lisa Marie couple gb
10
Absolute gem! ❤️
Pros:

Everything was perfect! Thank you so much, will definitely be back.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Hubertine couple gb
8
Would recommend..alas a tad expensive.
Pros:

The location, the room, decor, the coffee and free biscuits, the ease of getting in and out, the cleanness...overall very attractive, inviting and exceptionally comfortable.

Cons:

Very early and limited time for breakfast, especially for a weekend. The early checkout at 10am.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller jp
8
Stylish sophistication: tranquil river scenes and sounds
Pros:

I had a room with a view over a lovely stretch of the river. Many boats moored; fisherman waiting patiently for a bite: a picturesque working river scene. Many dogs and their humans passing by, clearly enjoying the riverside atmosphere. Even the semi-distant sound of trains crossing the river at night added (in my view) to the tranquil rhythm of my stay.
Although the room was compact, the quality of the fittings were excellent in both the sleeping room and in the bathroom. This emphasis on delicacy and quality appears also in the breakfast. The technology of the check-in worked smoothly, as did the key system to the room door and bathroom.

Cons:

This is not a dislike about the property. However, guests arriving by car and wishing to park very near to property need to be lucky and / or patient to find a free overnight parking space: locals and visiting fishermen might stay parked for some time each day.
Having said this, the City of Ely offers free (limited time) public parking at various locations around the city and historical centres. The next time I visit Ely and choose the stay at the excellent Riverside Inn, I might choose to travel by train: Ely railway station is about 10 minutes walk from the property.

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
1
NO PARKING
Cons:

No parking on site, we had to park away from the property, but no room for us to leave the car to get into the hotel. We didn’t stay, we found a hotel with parking.

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Danuta couple gb
9
Pros:

Decor, comfy bed, excellent shower. Breakfast choices. Location. So easy to walk to and from train station as town.

Cons:

Only staying one night!

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Nathaniel couple gb
9
Pros:

Clean and tidy

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Nick couple gb
10
A lovely, classy place to stay with great attention to detail.
Pros:

Fab location. Beautifully decorated. And great breakfast. Very comfortable.

Cons:

That we didn’t stay another night!

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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DEAN solo_traveller gb
10
Good value for money . Would highly recommend
Pros:

Great location. Easy Check in . “REALLY”comfortable bed. Excellent Breakfast. Very clean . Friendly staff. 10 out of 10 .Would highly recommend.

Cons:

Nothing at all.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Gemma couple gb
10
Pros:

Very easy self checking
Lovely and clean, very comfortable.
Good location just a short walk, nice pub across the road

Cons:

Nothing, it was a lovely guest house, but if I had to pick something it would be no mat inside the front door to wipe our feet, especially with wet weather outside.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Brian couple gb
10
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Shaw solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely rooms but lack of customer service was my only real issue.
Pros:

Really great clean room. Fabulous bed and very clean.

Cons:

There is no reception, which is fine but they say they can be contacted via various means. However when I contacted them asking a few questions about parking etc, the replies I got were, 'just read the info on booking' but what I was asking was not on there. Felt like I was being an inconvenience rather than a valued customer.

Also nothing owners could do but room 6 & 7 are at the side entrance and noise disturbance was a big issue.

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Raymond couple gb
10
A great location to visit the area, everything in walking distance .
Pros:

Location was excellent right by the river and a pub close by . The accommodation was very clean no problems .

Cons:

At the weekend no parking problems but in the week it’s restricted early in the mornings

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Wilkinson couple gb
10
2026-02-11 via Nuitee