The Anchor Ely Hotel - Little Downham
52.433062, 0.241559Overview
Family-friendly pub with craft beers and Black Rock Grill dining in Little Downham
Dining
The Anchor Ely Hotel Little Downham serves British cuisine with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. The onsite restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients and offers homemade desserts, including a Sunday carvery. Guests can also experience the Black Rock Grill, where they cook their own meat on hot stones at the table for £25 for 2 courses or £30 for 3 courses.
Rooms & Amenities
The Anchor Inn Ely provides modern en-suite bedrooms with tea and coffee makers and free WiFi. The hotel has a lift for accessibility and offers electric vehicle charging stations and free on-site private parking. Rooms include budget doubles, superior dog-friendly doubles, and a twin room with disability access, all with daily housekeeping.
Entertainment & Events
The Anchor Ely's bar hosts live music and live sport events, along with a unique selection of craft beers not commonly found in similar hotels. The property also has a darts area and a golf course nearby. For private functions, the hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities, and hosts community events such as the Asian dinner menu and the Black Rock Grill evenings.
Family-Friendly
The Anchor Ely Hotel Little Downham features a children's menu and family rooms. Kids' meals are available, and the hotel provides a welcoming atmosphere for families. The hotel also offers packed lunches for early departures and a box of Danish pastries for guests leaving before breakfast.
Location & Accessibility
The Anchor Inn Ely is located in Little Downham, 5 km from Ely Cathedral and 14 km from WWT Welney. The hotel provides CCTV in common areas and outside, plus smoke alarms and fire extinguishers for safety. Accessible parking, a toilet with grab rails, and an emergency cord in the bathroom are available for guests with disabilities.
- Dining: Black Rock Grill experience - cook your own steak on hot stones
- Drinks: Unique craft beers and wide selection of spirits with varied tonics
- Amenities: Free on-site parking and electric vehicle charging
- Family: Children's menu and family rooms with pet-friendly options
- Events: Live music, darts, golf course, and community gatherings
- Accessibility: Lift, disabled room, and wheelchair-accessible facilities
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
- Darts
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Anchor Ely Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 92 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.7 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 30.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Cambridge, CBG |
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