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Located 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 private 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

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 full bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
7.7
High score for Blaenavon

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tim
    the United States the United States
    great breakfast options Dinner was very good and fast service
  • Ktm
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Staff were very friendly and helpful. Varieties of option for the breakfast and yummy. Spa facilities were really nice. Love the vibe of the pub. We would love to go back and also, recommend everyone who would like to visit blaenovon.
  • Drummerb0y
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Nice room, clean and comfortable, all you need. Toiletries provided. Great food, AMAZING breakfast ❤️. Bar prices reasonable, good selection of beers and spirits.
  • Sandrina20
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    We had a lovely stay at The Lion. Warm and comfortable room, spotlessly clean. Friendly and helpful staff.
  • Sarah
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Great location for out plans for the weekend. Easy parking. Lovely staff. Great food. Super comfy bed. Fantastic stay, thank you.
  • Sally
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Conveniently located for us, very friendly, helpful staff, room was comfortable, food was great, sauna very welcome on such a cold day. Good value for money.
  • Emily
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff, decent room/facilities. We only stayed the one night but would go back. Breakfast was really good! Would be happy to go back if in the area again.
  • Chloe
    the United Kingdom the 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
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The interior is amazing, it’s a very busy pub, the staff are lovely & the food is beautiful
  • Theresa
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Was clean and very comfortable and a great bath !!! The breakfast was very good and the staff were friendly.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

Amenities of The Lion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Activities

  • Live music/Performance
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Spa

  • Locker rooms
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa
  • Sauna

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

FAQs about The Lion Hotel

  • Check-in at The Lion Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

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

    • Spa
    • Sauna
    • Themed dinners
    • Steam room
    • Locker rooms
    • Spa facilities
    • Live music/Performance
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Room options at The Lion Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family
  • The Lion Hotel is 650 feet from the center of Blaenavon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Lion Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • Yes, The Lion Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at The Lion Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.