The Lion Hotel
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About this property
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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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lotti
United Kingdom
“It was in a good position..clean and friendly and breakfast was fab..” - Tim
United States
“great breakfast options Dinner was very good and fast service” - Ktm
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
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
United Kingdom
“We had a lovely stay at The Lion. Warm and comfortable room, spotlessly clean. Friendly and helpful staff.” - Sophie
Australia
“Fabulous comfortable accommodation that’s great value for money. Comfy bed, lovely shower, friendly staff and a delicious cooked breakfast that is included makes this a great place to base yourself when touring this pretty part of Wales. Free and...” - Andreas
Austria
“Car park conveniently located at back of hotel. Good breakfast. Easy check in.” - Allen
United Kingdom
“Staff were friendly and most helpful. Hot breakfast choices good” - Michael
United Kingdom
“Great dinner and breakfast, clean comfortable room and helpful staff.” - Chrissie
United Kingdom
“Lovely welcoming kind staff. The food is amazing and piping hot with lots of choice at breakfast. Bed comfortable and great shower with nice touch of fluffy bathrobe and toiletries. Easy parking, great location. Brilliant access to the moors, Big...”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
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.




The fine print
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.