The Black Lion Hotel And Restaurant  

We have stayed here before. The rooms, staff and especially the food make for a lovely experience in a nice village location with interesting National Trust property nearby.

When we arrived we were initially allocated a small room instead of the standard room we had booked. The staff on duty did not appear to understand that our room allocation was not what we had booked nor to be able to offer an explanation. Once the problem had been escalated to another staff member it was resolved quickly and we were offered the choice between two of their standard rooms (which are very nice) so overall it did not spoil our stay.

We have just spent Christmas at the Black Lion Hotel and had an amazing time. Having stayed in many hotels both in the uk and abroad we would say this is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. Our room was elegant and spotlessly clean, the food was excellent but most of all Michael (the manager) and all his staff simply could not do enough for us; every one of them was polite, friendly, cheerful and very professional. We will most certainly be going back again.

Absolutely nothing to complain about.

All staff very friendly and helpful. Lovely rooms, and facilities, all stylish. We didn't eat dinner at hotel, though breakfast was nicely done, and all cooked for you individually. Hotel is well placed for walking or short drive to some of the best villages in Suffolk - we would stay again!

We liked everything. We were impressed by the furnishings and ambience - taking us back to a past era, but with modern facilities. The staff were very friendlly, courteous and polite with every little whim of the guest attended to quickly and efficiently. The saying "the customer is always right" sprang to mind. We really enjoyed breakfast, especially as Michael (the manager)produced some gluten free bread for my wife, who is a coeliac. The chef's dinner creations were interesting and delicious but, unfortunately, we weren't staying long enough to try them all. We intend to pay The Black Lion another visit in the future; it seems to have a good team very capably led by Michael (and Melford) and is in a commanding position overlooking The Green.

Fantastic, attentive service. Great food. Great atmosphere.

I found the Black Lion a warm, welcoming hotel with friendly staff and excellent service. We particularly liked the paintings, antiques and ambience and breakfast was excellent.

There was nothing that we didn't like. I had been there before for a meal and knew someone who had stayed there so had some idea of what to expect.

It was a loverly place.

Lovely double aspect room with seperate lounge area. Beautiful bed and furnishings, lovely window seat, view over village green. Gourmet food, would like to have tried everything on the menu! Friendly staff

Our room was huge and had everything we needed, plus great views, big windows and sunshine all day. The bus from sudbury stopped right in front so very convenient to get to. The breakfast was lovely and the staff very helpful.

Large, beautiful room. Good restaurant

Room was far too hot and the windows do not open. This appears to be a permanent feature, since my room had an electric fan in it but was too noisy to have on during the night.

Wonderful welcome, beautiful room and attention of detail from staff superb.

Bathroom taps a little quirky and room light switches a little confusing but all added to the charm.

Room was comfortable and well equipped. Breakfast was excellent. Staff friendly and attentive. Restaurant excellent.

The shower in bathroom could be improved.