Ely House hotel, Wolverhampton

Ely House Hotel is a jewel in the hotel market and a welcome change from large chain hotels. This elegant - impressive 18th Century Georgian converted school has been tastefully and sympathetically restored to a very high standard and retains a number of original features. The 18 well appointed rooms are spacious - warm and welcoming - each offering all the conveniences necessary to make your stay comfortable - TV with Video - direct dial telephones with fax and email facilities - courtesy trays - hair dryers - minibar - trouser press and power showers in the ensuite bathrooms. Guests have complimentary use of over 150 videos or can record their own choice onto the blank tapes provided. If you are going to be late - the owners will record the programme for you. This and other personal touches reflect the real home from home atmosphere of the hotel and ensure that many customers become regulars who are delighted by its charm. The attractive - newly refurbished - hotel restaurant offers traditional British cuisine prepared using the finest local produce. The imaginative selection of dishes is altered regularly to reflect seasonal changes and provide regular customers with variety. All dishes are homemade and vegetarian and special diets are happily catered for. A selection of lighter meals can be enjoyed in the spacious - elegant lounge - which also has a fully licensed bar. The soft colours on the panelled walls create a cosy atmosphere in which to relax and maybe play a game of chess on the table provided. Both the restaurant and bar are popular with locals wishing to relax or celebrate in style and enjoy the first class service. The hotel is well located for travel and leisure. Sport and leisure facilities are within walking distance and visitors to Wolverhampton may enjoy a stroll to Banks Brewery or Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Ground. Birmingham International Airport is easily reached by train and drivers are welcome to use the hotel carpark.