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Reviews of City Studios

10 Fore Hill, Ely, CB7 4AF, United Kingdom

#5 of 19 Holiday rentals in Ely

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 438 apartment reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.3

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Generally very good, but glad I'd brought my earplugs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Quite noisy. Noise from other guests in adjoining apartments, noise from extractor, water pump, waste macerator...

    Lovely apartment. Good location. Nice being able to arrive and leave without faffing with keys, check-in/out etc.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    8.0
    A few problems but a pleasant stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed in alcove was not good for us as my wife is disabled. Also a lot of stairs.

    Well appointed apartment in central location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    Clean, Stylish, Comfortable. & Central
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No napkins, paper towel. Also no extra garage bags and bin us small. Called for early check in access. No one available so checked in at agreed time and kept my bags with me, I honestly don’t like the code system as a solo traveler. Felt a bit exposed, especially at night on Ely’s quiet street

    Layout was fabulous. Very comfortable and decor considerate & practical. Nice vib. Loved chilling out after work. Love how easy check in and out was following your clear procedure.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    Great stay and helpful host. Appreciated the flexibility in being given a later check-out time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location Very clean and comfortable Good for a short break

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    An ideal place for a short stay in the centre of Ely.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Due to the wooden floors and partition walls the noise carries and our neighbours were not particularly quiet.

    Perfect location for our overnight stay and had everything we needed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is free parking in the Forehill car park but because of time restrictions you need to move the car depending what time you get there so this was a little annoying.

    Immaculately clean. Perfect central location. Quick responses. Would definitely stay again and recommend. Thank you.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable, clean apartment in a great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No soundproofing, so when the guests were in the neighbouring apartment we could hear everything they said, even them walking. Sounded like they were in the same room with us. The kitchen was very basic (only a microwave and toaster) so we were unable to prepare meals in it.

    Electronic key entry made arrival easy and no need to worry about keys. The apartment end entry to the building was very clean and tastefully renovated, however, the room would benefit from some coat hooks a shoe rack by the door, and a spare blanket. The bed was large and comfortable. The location was excellent and easy walking to the river, cathedral, restaurants, cafes, pubs etc.. lots of nice options for eating out. Also right beside the town market which had a great variety over the days we stayed. Easy distance to lots of sites in the surrounding area and Cambridge.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent apartment, spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Great location, easy parking.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A damp smell in the hallway and both apartments. Wouldn’t put me off staying again, but was quite a strong smell.

    Fantastic apartment in a very central location, a couple of minutes walk to the cathedral.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    All good!

    Excellent location with everything in Ely near at hand. Unexpectedly quirky but we loved it, especially the window seat!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Amazing apartment, will absolutely book again but there isn’t really suitable parking nearby
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The parking is in a nearby public car park which we found completely full on arrival and after driving around for 10 minutes, needed to park a 15 minute walk away instead (down by the river in Fisherman’s Carpark if you don’t mind the walk).

    The apartment was spacious and had everything you could ever need for an away stay. The bed was comfortable and it suited us really well. Elaine was amazing and fast at responding to a small issue we had and we were so grateful. We were very grateful for the bottled water after attending a wedding and getting back late.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    A comfortable stay visiting family.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    After an initial confusion we had a fab stay. If arriving when it’s dark just be aware that the key code to get in is actually on the door handle. It took us a few mins to find it, but it’s a clever way of hiding it from others.

    It’s right in the middle of Ely, so perfect location. It was all open plan, but spacious enough for our family of 4. The bed was super comfy. We really liked this property.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    8.0
    More than happy for the price and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    My wife and I did not find the mattress was very comfortable. The people in the neighbouring apartment were not noisy, but just people walking around could be quite clearly heard.

    The apartment was really stylish and a good size. Everything was spotlessly clean and it was well appointed. The location was really convenient for Ely city centre.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The doors key pads are too low

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Loved the apartment although disturbed by other guests
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The level of noise from the adjacent apartment . It would be good if there were some codes f conduct shared so that other guests could be considerate and held to account for disturbances

    The apartment had been beautifully designed and was comfortable and stylish. Well equipped and the hosts were very responsive and helpful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    10
    All in all it was fine
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    A very noisy extractor in another apartment was on all the time and the lack of a small dining table - the desk could easily be replaced by a table

    Nice and central

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    10
    Idea for a short stay, and will certainly recommend it and stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noting

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location for Ely Cathedral with a selection of eating places and coffee shops nearby
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Perhaps mention could have been made that the stairs are rather steep for some

    Breakfast not provided but tea, coffee milk and biscuits were available

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent stay. Met all our expectations and for a reasonable price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A slight whiff from the bathroom. A drainage issue perhaps? I've encountered this before in other hotels that utilise pump systems on their bathrooms. Not really a problem but it was noticeable.

    Location. Quiet. Clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    10
    Awesome location and super clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Perfect location!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was all excellent

    Elaine the manager extremely helpful when called and instantly attended as i couldnt work out the entry code to the door Excellent location Clean and excellent facilities

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    9.0
    Very stylish and comfortable accommodation as a base for visiting Ely and surrounding area
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    High level of noise on Friday morning from what I assume were the cleaning/maintenance staff in the adjacent flat. Nearby car park is convenient but being a free city centre car park finding a space can sometimes be difficult.

    Stylish studio flat in a very convenient position. Ideal for a short stay. Access arrangements very easy.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    9.0
    Nice apartment in great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The bed was in a little enclosure - whilst it looked nice, you could only access from one side. So, my wife had to climb over me to get into or out of the bed - as an older couple, this was not ideal. There is no parking for the apartment. You can park (for free) at nearby parking lots, but it does required moving your car (usually daily) and the parking rules are a bit confusing. There is a long single flight of stairs - perhaps an issue is you have mobility issues or find it hard to lift a suitcase up about 20 stairs. Access to building and room is via a 6 digit access code - this simplifies getting access, but keying the code (on a small keypad - twice) ever time to enter, was a little annoying.

    Ely is a beautiful city/town. The apartment is right in the heart of Ely - making it easy to explore the city on foot. The Cathedral, river etc are within a 5-10 minute walk. There were many cafes/restaurants within a few minutes walk (we enjoyed Peacocks tearoom and Wildwood Italian). We were lucky with the weather and had some lovely walks along the river - just beautiful. The apartment was comfortable - decent size, nice bathroom, functional kitchenette)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    10
    Phenomenal, would come back and reccomend to anyone
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The key pad took a couple tries to get used to, but once we figured it out it was good

    Private, good view, clean, spacious enough for 2 people.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    9.0
    Convenient clean studio apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Would have liked to have a small table and chairs to eat at

    Location is good for city centre and apartment is clean and has a lovely bathroom.

    Stayed in January 2024

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