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The Three Pickerels

Cambridge · United Kingdom

19 Bridge Road MepalView location

9.4/10Excellent165 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.6/109.6
Amenities9.2/109.2
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About The Three Pickerels

With a total of 10 rooms, this is a nice place to stay. Visitors may take advantage of the Wi-Fi connection on public areas at The Three Pickerels. There is no 24-hour reception. Some services may be subject to additional charges.

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Located in Ely, The Three Pickerels is in a rural location, a 2-minute drive from Fenced Acre and 7 minutes from Haddenham Library. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Pingles Pit and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Haddenham Closed Cemetery.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and Smart televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 10:30 PM
Check-out until 10:30 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 13.50 for adults and GBP 13.50 for children

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Fenced Acre 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Pingles Pit 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Haddenham Library 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Haddenham Closed Cemetery 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Feast's Green 8.1 km / 5 mi
Museum of Armed Police 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Chatteris Leisure Centre 9.4 km / 5.8 mi
Little Acre Fen Pocket Park 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Hermitage Marina 11.2 km / 7 mi
Ouse Fen Nature Reserve 11.5 km / 7.1 mi
Ely City Golf Club 11.8 km / 7.3 mi
Oliver Cromwell's House 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
Westview Marina 12.7 km / 7.9 mi
Stained Glass Museum 12.8 km / 7.9 mi
Ely Cathedral 12.8 km / 7.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • hotel
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Room types

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR RIVER VIEWDOUBLE • SUPERIOR RIVER VIEWDBL.RV-SU

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    The Three Pickerels

    DOUBLE SUPERIOR RIVER VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR RIVER VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.RV-SU

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  • FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B

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    The Three Pickerels

    FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    THREE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.3B

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  • DOUBLE BASICDOUBLE • BASICDBL.Z1

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    The Three Pickerels

    DOUBLE BASIC

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    BASIC

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.Z1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE DELUXE RIVER VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE RIVER VIEWDBL.DX-RV

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    The Three Pickerels

    DOUBLE DELUXE RIVER VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE RIVER VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-RV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Three Pickerels

9.4
Excellent
165 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Amenities
9.2 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Michelle
Staff were lovely, breakfast was great room very clean, the on
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Julie
Loved the west facing balcony overlooking the river on our room. Room decor was very contemporary and stylish. Bathroom lovely and spotlessly clean. Staff so friendly.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jul 2026
James
Very good all round. Lovely room overlooking the river.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2026
Craig
I’ve stayed here countless times. The food is good, the staff are friendly, and the surrounding area is lovely. Rooms can be hot though.
Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Jul 2026
Craig
I’ve stayed here many times, and the staff are always friendly. It’s in a lovely, scenic location, and the rooms are generally good. The only downside is the rooms can get very warm.
Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2026
Sharon
I arrive to find the front door closed. I was then greated by a very helpful pleasant member of staff who advised hotel guest check in was around the back ( i then spotted a sign telling me this). He also advised that food was now being served to guests on Monday evenings despite the restaurant being closed to the public (not sure if thhis has been updated on their website)

Very comfy firm mattress, absolutely horrendous pillows (if you can call them pillows !)

Room was very warm but a large portable fan was provided. Sadly the fan was too noisy to use during the night and I couldnt have the window open due to road noise from the A10; although this road is quite far away, the noise from it travels easily due to the landscape so if youre a very light sleeper like me this is something to bear in mind

Lovely bathroom decor/facilities especially the wonderful power shower, plenty of towels and toilet roll.

Very handy fridge (I wasn't sure if the cold drinks in there were free to drink ?) and a lovely big TV and free wifi

Hotel is positioned in a quiet area so no general road noise (other than the A10 in the distance). Nice walk along the side of the river is just across the road
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Claire
What a fabulous place to stay! Beautiful location by the river, lovely bar with great garden serving Pizzas on the Friday night from the garden container but a lovely restaurant too (we ate there and it was delicious food). The rooms are lovely and modern & very clean. Staff were friendly and helpful and all in all a fantastic and reasonable priced stay. We will definitely return if we are in the area again! 5*
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2026
Claire
The members of staff were all very helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our evening meals and drinks!
The breakfast was not good value for us. We don't have a full English and the choice outside of that e.g.avocado, bowls of yoghurt with prepared fresh fruits were not available, fresh fruit juice would also have enhanced the breakfast.
Aside from that we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Dean
Lovely stay, good food, great service
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2026
Karen
This place is a little gem. Situated along the river in a lovely village it’s idyllic. Staff very friendly and helpful and the rooms are lovely. I didn’t have dinner but breakfast was lovely.
Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Apr 2026
Michael
Lovely stay
Would go back
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Lynn
Lovely decor, clean room and friendly welcome. Stayed here twice now and will do again.
8/10
Excellent
30 Mar 2026
Andrew
Good Breakfast, great view from the room, slept undisturbed
Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2026
Shaun
Room, the surroundings, the food was all first class, I will stay here again
Business
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2026
Dane
Great room, nice quiet hotel next to a river.
All staff really friendly and very helpful
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Dec 2025
Carlos
Nice and clean room, however a bit small. Friendly staff and good dining hall but expensive.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Dec 2025
Paul
Very nice room, friendly staff and nice food. Excellent value for money and will use again.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Paul
Rooms were spotless, spacious and very well finished. Breakfast was also very good. Id stay here again.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Nov 2025
John
Didn’t have breakfast due to early departure
Business
10/10
Exceptional
05 Nov 2025
David
Very comfortable and friendly
8/10
Excellent
05 Nov 2025
Stuart
Very clean all round. Big TV which makes a change from the little ones in most places.
Staff very good. Bathroom good but in our room the rain shower head needed attention has it looked like several holes were blocked and it sprayed everywhere.
Only small complaint is if we had the bedroom window open the wind was noisy thro the bedroom door (whistled). It’s also a pity you have to go outside to access the bar and restaurant from the hotel side, poor design. Hotel, food and staff excellent
Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Nov 2025
Colin
The room although small was lovely , it was clean with a really lovely view. The meals were excellent , couldn’t fault it.
My only complaint was the atmosphere in the bar . Wanting a nice drink after the meal we had to put up with a group of young loud mouthed men whose language was atrocious . Expected bar staff to have a word with them but didn’t until we complained . Spoilt the evening . The staff where very friendly however .
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2025
lorraine
We had a lovely 2 night stay at the 3 Pickerels.
The staff were all very friendly. The food was delicious and generous portions.
The hotel is ideally situated for our trip into Ely. Would definitely return.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2025
Philip
Very nice room and very friendly, helpful staff. Lovely situation. Ideal for visiting friends in Cambridge and Ely.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2025
Darrell
Spot on
Business
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Jonathan
We loved our stay here! The countryside was beautiful and the staff was friendly and helpful. The bed was so comfortable and it was updated in a cool modern style. The parking was close and it was just a quaint, cool place! Didn't have enough time to eat there, but judging by the popularity, I'm sure it was good!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Oct 2025
Anthony
We didn't have breakfast, so can't comment on that, but in all other regards we had a very enjoyable stay.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2025
Janet
Super place for our one night stay. Very friendly and helpful staff. Seems recently refurbished as room fittings and furnishings excellent standard.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
Diane
Beautiful room, balcony, amazing views, great service.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Sep 2025
Pat
Staff friendly and helpful. Room beautiful, bed extremely comfy. Food excellent.
Lack of hanging and shelving space the only down side.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2025
Claire

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2025
mark
Beautiful location,food great, staff couldn't help enough, definitely be visiting again
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
11 Sep 2025
Stuart
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.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Sep 2025
Ian

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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2025
David
Lovely room, friendly, helpful staff, lovely position on the river, close to Ely.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2025
Shereen
The hotel was beautiful and spotlessly clean. It overlooked the river
6/10
Pleasant
06 Sep 2025
Jane

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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Sep 2025
Grahame

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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2025
John
A very good stay in first class room highly recommended
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2025
Ian
Very clean and staff are very pleasant and helpful will definitely return
6/10
Pleasant
24 Aug 2025
Michelle
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
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2025
Lee
Lovely room in great location, great meal in restaurant and excellent value breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2025
Mark

Lovely spot for a nights stay

Lovely spot for a nights stay with my wife. Will certainly be back.
The roast was amazing!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Verified traveler

Great hotel

Beautiful room, comfy bed, lovely breakfast and restaurant food excellent.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Rebecca
Great location and rooms. Staff friendly and welcoming. Balcony looking onto river.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
Kelly
Lovely small hotel,
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2025
Ross
Great hotel, with a beautiful view of the river and great dining facilities. The staff were very good and the room clean and spacious. Overall would recommend this hotel.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2025
SEAN

Great stay, but bed too soft

Great dinner, enough choice, price just about ok.
Great breakfast (and big)
Great staff
Beer prices acceptable.
Only shame was bed was too soft (and pillows) It was probably a quality, expensive bed but we found it so soft it was difficult to sleep on (which is the reason to stay there!)
Almost felt like head was lower than our feet.
But if you like a soft bed 10/10
The weather wasn't good enough for us to spend time outside, but the facilities were ideal for a sunny day.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2025
JONATHAN
Really nice place, nice and quiet.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Rebecca
Excellent family room
Immaculate clean

Only thing they need to do is put mattress protector on bed and needs better quality pillows with protectors on
Leisure Family

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The Three Pickerels
19 Bridge Road Mepal, Ely, United Kingdom

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