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Set within 28 km of University of Cambridge and 41 km of The Apex in Ely, City Studios offers accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. The property features city views and is 43 km from Ickworth House and 300 metres from Ely Cathedral. The apartment has family rooms. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, units come with bed linen and towels. WWT Welney is 18 km from the apartment, while St John's College is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 77 km from City Studios.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Ely
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It's slap-bang in Ely's town centre and by market square. Despite this, it was quiet. If you are visiting Ely for the Catherdral, Oliver Cromwell's house etc, its all on your doorstep. Or, just turn right to head down the hill to the riverside....
  • Carol
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was great, very central for everything. The apartment was very spacious, clean and comfortable. We slept very well. Great communication from the owners. Highly recommend.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious, modern , all mod cons and the fine details were great including the magnifying mirror.
  • Victoria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the decor and welcome pack etc. Room clean and comfortable.
  • Hannah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location and perfect little spot for travelling to a wedding at the Old Hall in Ely. Great value for money and great hosting - including some complimentary biscuits!
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We absolutely loved our stay at the city studios. Its in a fab location, and the apartment itself far surpassed our expectations. It was beautiful, with everything you need for a short stay. We even had a welcome basket with crisps and biscuits...
  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean and beautiful. Great location too. Good value compared to any hotel. Loved the welcome items in the kitchen.
  • Joanna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very central location. Secure and comfortable. Smart and tastefully furnished. Lovely modern bathroom. Perfect for a three night stay.
  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was amazing, right near the center of town. The room was perfect for what we needed. We could walk to the bus stop where we were getting picked up to go to Newmarket races. We really appreciated being able to check in early as...
  • Crystal
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Chic little flat; spotlessly clean; all amenities proved and husband really appreciated the biscuits. Ideal for a short stay.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property questions and answers
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  • hi due to covid restrictions can this be booked for friday 7th and Saturday 8th may.

    Hello I apologise for the slow response, the Booking.com system just sent it through. May bookings are fine, we are receiving many for April. We w..
    Answered on 26 February 2021
  • Hi there! Can you let me know which apartment has the 'climb over' bed as I'd like to avoid it if possible and book one of the others. Thank you.

    Hello Only Apartment 3 has a conventional bed in it's own space. Apartments 1 and 2 have the niche beds. Regards Elaine City Studios, Ely
    Answered on 13 September 2022
  • Is there a table to eat at in the one bedroom apartment?

    Apartment III has a 4 person table arrangement for eating; this is not offered in Apartments I and II.
    Answered on 11 September 2020
  • Hi is it possible to check in earlier than 15:00?

    Hello, your question has just come through. Depending on the date you are considering and staff availability, we can sometimes offer an earlier check ..
    Answered on 24 August 2022
  • Hello, looking to book the larger room with the sofa bed for the night of Apr 23rd but wondered about the parking, is it on site or nearby & is it str..

    There is a large FREE public car park running along behind the retail properties with walkways through to the hill, two minutes walk. There are early..
    Answered on 6 June 2022
  • Hi! I don’t quite understand the sleeping arrangements - will it sleep 3 adults? If so, how? Thanks Sally

    Thank you for your enquiry. There is a Kingsize bed in its own room area which divides from the lounge by a curtain. There is a sofabed in the loung..
    Answered on 5 December 2021
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Property surroundings

Facilities of City Studios
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor & View
  • City view
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
City Studios takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform City Studios in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

FAQs about City Studios

  • City Studios has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at City Studios is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at City Studios may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at City Studios (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 4 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • City Studios is 200 yards from the centre of Ely. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, City Studios is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • City Studios offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):