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Around 30 minutes’ drive from Aberystwyth, The White Lion Hotel is a traditional Welsh inn in the town of Machynlleth. The bar and restaurant offer cask ales and home-cooked food, and there is free WiFi throughout the property and on-site parking. Rooms have a TV, alarm clock and tea and coffee facilities. All rooms are en-suite and provide complimentary toiletries. Breakfast is served each morning from 08:00 – 09:30, this includes a Welsh breakfast. Lunch and dinner are served in the oak-beamed restaurant or bar, with the menu featuring fresh produce from local farms. The White Lion Hotel is just outside the Snowdonia National Park, and 15 miles from the coastal town of Tywyn with its extensive sandy beach. The pretty market town of Dolgellau is 25 minutes’ drive away. The nearest trains station is Machynlleth, 7 minutes' walk from the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
or
4 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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3 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
7.2
Low score for Machynlleth

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michael
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    spotless well priced rooms, good location, easy early check out. staff were polite and helpful. Food in the pub was excellent and well priced, lamb burger and chips.
  • Emma
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Great breakfast, comfy bed, helpful staff, spacious car park, quiet rooms despite being above a pub, doors that didn't slam which was handy as we got back quite late and didn't want to disturb other guests. The family room was actually two rooms,...
  • Chaz
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Staff were brilliant and so was the accomodation and food
  • Marilyn
    Canada Canada
    The room was clean and comfortable, the bathroom was up to date in terms of the facilities. Interesting view from the window across the town to the surrounding hills, which were covered in snow when I visited. Breakfast was fine, and the dinner I...
  • Andy
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Everything - from check-in, two nights in the bar, EXCEPTIONAL food, bedrooms and checkout were flawless and fantastic. Rooms were modern, clean and comfortable. Loved it
  • Andre
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    lovely stay, comfortable bed. clean, everything looks fresh and new. generously sized bathroom. lovely!
  • Laura
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Iv stayed here a few times now and it never disappoints, The rooms are comfy and spotless and all the staff are lovely.
  • Claire
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Location was perfect, room was comfort and warm, good bathroom and pet friendly
  • Meyrick
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Newly refurbished throughout. Affordable and varied menu, good selection of ales and friendly staff.
  • Andrew
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Room was comfy large and well furnished, Upgraded facilities in the room. Good food..

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Cajun/Creole • British • Indian • Italian • Mexican • Thai • Local • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The White Lion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

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

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

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

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Spa

  • Public Bath
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • Welsh
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 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

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about The White Lion Hotel

  • Room options at The White Lion Hotel include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin
  • Check-in at The White Lion Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The White Lion Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1
  • The White Lion Hotel is 500 feet from the center of Machynlleth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Public Bath
    • Live music/Performance
    • Happy hour
    • Live sports events (broadcast)