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The Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Inn in Cheltenham with restaurant and bar/lounge
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio
Cocktail bar
Front of property
Exclusive Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
37 North Street, Cheltenham, England, GL54 5PS
  • Sudeley Castle
    15 min walk
  • Winchcombe Chinese Takeaway
    1 min walk
  • Toddington Railway Station
    7 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF)
    68 min drive

Room options

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Exclusive Room

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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The price is NZ$158
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
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About the area

Cheltenham

The Lion Inn places you steps from Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Belas Knap. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 4-property class Cheltenham inn, you'll be 1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Sudeley Castle and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Hailes Abbey.
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What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 15 min walk
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 9 min drive
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 13 min drive
  • The Promenade - 13 min drive
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shutters Inn Gotherington - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Lion Inn

Inn in Cheltenham with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Lion Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cheltenham inn.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lion Inn offers 8 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 4 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Free cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 4 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Old White Lion Cheltenham
Old White Lion Inn Cheltenham
Lion Inn Cheltenham
Lion Cheltenham
The Lion Inn Inn
The Lion Inn Cheltenham
The Lion Inn Inn Cheltenham

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lion Inn?

The Lion Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is The Lion Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Lion Inn is a hit with families.

Does The Lion Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lion Inn?

No, The Lion Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lion Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lion Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lion Inn?

Dogs are welcome at The Lion Inn, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 96 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sury

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lion inn is a charming old pub with a pretty garden and we had an okay stay. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom was clean , food was good, and our room was quiet. However, the property is tired, the shower was tricky, carpet had stains and the wifi didn’t work. Staff were underwhelming and we felt it was overpriced .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Georgina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No electricity
The room itself was beautiful and the breakfast was good, however…we had no electricity in our room (no plugs, no TV etc.). We did not realise this until we can home from a wedding by which point reception was closed. I therefore called the reception in the morning and politely asked if they could send someone to take a look - the answer was no because she was working alone and didn’t know what was wrong because the switchboard looked fine. I said fair enough but what time will someone be able to look, she was unable to provide an answer. I understand this is a small pub with a small team but if you are charging £225 for one night, you expect to have electricity or be offered an alternative room or a partial refund.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lydia, Cambridge

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great outdoor area for eating, friendly staff, good food, central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a nice spot. Great staff. Room was clean and had a nice layout.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this inn! We had probably the nicest room I’ve ever stayed in anywhere. Beautifully appointed, newly renovated, absolutely amazing. The restaurant attached to the inn was absolutely fantastic as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful inn in every way. Great restaurant too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely 1 night stay at The Lion. Just me and my dog - they are very welcoming to dogs. Room was clean and warm with good quality toiletries and tea/coffee. Bed was very comfortable. I had dinner in the evening which was excellent. The dining area had a friendly, lively atmosphre and the pub in general is a perfect old-style place with good beers on tap but also a gastro-pub style menu and wine list. Breakfast in the morning was also just as you would want it - I had the full English which set me up very well for the day. Took a walk up to Belas Knap Long Barrow and then Cleeve Hill - both highly recommended if you want to tire your dog out and get some magnificent views yourself! I only saw the town/village when everything was closed but it looked like it would be well worth a stroll round - I would have liked to stay to browse the second hand bookshop (I tihnk it's called Books & Ink) but sadly did not have time. Really good stay - I hope to return.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You wont be disappointed
Excellent fantastic accommodation Great food and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheers!!
My husband and I spent Christmas at the Lions Inn. The manager and staff, (cheers to our delightful breakfast server) were so professional, kind, and joyful. Lion Inn was a magical place to celebrate the holiday. Excellent room, food, and hospitality and staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a find
Beautiful hotel room with a comfy bed and a huge bath, even a turntable and albums. Fabulous stay, the food and the welcome were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Terence P

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a warm friendly atmosphere however there were issues with room 9, the heating wasn’t working and the electric sockets kept tripping out and eventually we had to move rooms late at night. There was no coffee in the second room and we had to raid room 9 for some coffee, good job we still had the key! We were attending a family funeral in the morning and specifically asked what time breakfast was. We were told 8.00 am and as we were due to leave for the funeral at 9 this seemed okay. However at 8 in the morning were told breakfast was not until 9. We ordered something simple. Scrambled egg and bacon butty as we did not want impose on the helpful staff that were in early. The staff did make every effort to help but it took the shine off the stay. Not helpful when information given the night before was not accurate.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great stay!
We had a great time at The Lion Inn. The room was lovely, very cosy, comfortable and clean. The staff were really friendly and we would recommend it to anyone travelling to Winchcombe. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely find - we were delighted with our stop over here ..,comfiest bef ever!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, lovely room, friendly ambiance in bar/restaurant and very nice garden area. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Giovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Noisy room and staff was not welcoming. Pushed us to get breakfast which was extra and got impolite when we declined. We could hear other guests through the walls.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel claimed not to have received the message I sent via Expedia in response to their question on when I would be checking in. I had asked for early check in for a wedding. The member of staff was quite rude when I explained I had messaged them with this request and was disappointed the room was not ready. I had to change in the pub toilets. When I explained that we would be back late from the wedding the key to my room was conveniently available. That aside the room was very nice and breakfast was great, although we could not get any water out of the shower the following morning which was disappointing for the price paid. The room faced the road and it was quite noisy from 7.00.

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great inn in Winchcombe
Good location. Great service. The room was clean and spacious. Breakfast good and varied. Staff polite and helpful. Evening meal was very good indeed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
More of a whimper than a roar
The Lion Winchcombe. There are a number of issues with this hotel. The checkin seems a bit casual and offhand. There is no credit card authorisation to cover any extras. Most of the staff are delightful but some are very offhand at times However, it’s a quaint real-feel local pub with a good restaurant and some rustic hotel rooms and serves a fine breakfast. These further comments relate to our experience of room 2. The challenges of bathroom access (low ceiling and step entry) are clearly products of the age of the building, which is also part of its charm, of course. However these features might be a serious physical challenge to some and this could be made clearer at the time of booking. There are some issues of substantive concern in a hotel of this star rating. The liquid stain on the carpet in the room, the overpowering smell of cigarette smoke when you enter the room, the mould in the shower, the leaking toilet cistern when flushed, the TV remote control that periodically loses contact with the TV and the battery cover for the remote that falls off every time you pick it up and which we eventually had to fix with a Band-Aid. Because of the rooms location over the bar it is pretty noisy at night until after 11pm. Would I go to the lion for dinner and a beer if I was trapped in Winchcombe for a day…yes definitely. Would I choose to stay in room 2, not so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gord

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch
Really lovely hotel, well kept and clean. Was very pleasantly surprised to find a cafetière and ground coffee in my room, that’s a rare gem. The pub is very popular and I understand why, it has great food (lovely breakfast) and five star service. My only note would be that some rooms are right by the outside pub garden so may have some noise but the room seemed to block out most of it. I was fine with noise levels but maybe check where the room is before booking if you need complete silence. I can’t fault the place at all, was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023