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Situated in the World Heritage site of Blaenavon, The Lion Hotel & Restaurant offers a health suite with sauna, steam room and heated loungers. There is also a restaurant and lounge with real log fires, and free WiFi available. The rooms have over-sized beds, thick carpets and en-suite bathrooms or showers. Each room has a TV, tea/coffee making facilities, toiletries and soft fluffy bathrobes with a choice of quilts for each season. The Lion Hotel's Restaurant offers an à la carte menu of European dishes, made using fresh local produce. The property's bar also offers guests a bar menu as well as coffee and afternoon tea, complete with log burner. The Lion offers a range of facilities including a health suite which has separate changing and shower facilities, where a private massage can be pre-booked directly. There is also an outdoor patio area, which leads to the car park and is free of charge to residents.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Blaenavon
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Chloe
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was really clean, the bed was super comfy and we both enjoyed the shower. The heater/air-con was an added bonus
  • Sue
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The interior is amazing, it’s a very busy pub, the staff are lovely & the food is beautiful
  • Theresa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Was clean and very comfortable and a great bath !!! The breakfast was very good and the staff were friendly.
  • Mandy1
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was beautiful hotel room gorgeous bathroom. Breakfast was amazing best I have had in a long time Staff were friendly and helpful Just a great night
  • Aileen
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast was very typical. Needed to re-stock a few things and cereal selection could have been more extensive. Evening dinner was excellent - very nice. Staff went above and beyond as we needed an extension cord and there was not one on...
  • Frances
    Cambodia Cambodia
    The hotel is comfortable and convenient. The breakfast is really excellent.
  • D
    Daniel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The scenery around Blaenavon, the breakfast and evening meal
  • Uraiporn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice hotel and staff. The parking space is convenient.
  • Teena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were amazing - great location - fantastic breakfast with wonderful waitress - spotlessly clean rooms - fabulous atmosphere. We have stayed here before and will do again!
  • Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic guvnor Mark made us very welcome nothing to much trouble the menu and quality of food excellent we will return Barry and Kate Stafford

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of The Lion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Wellness
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
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.

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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note the property cannot process payments from American Express credit cards, and an alternative card will be required.

Please inform The Lion Hotel 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.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about The Lion Hotel

  • The Lion Hotel is 200 yards from the centre of Blaenavon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Lion Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Check-in at The Lion Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Room options at The Lion Hotel include:

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

  • Yes, The Lion Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Lion Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Sauna
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Steam room
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Spa facilities
    • Live music/performance
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area