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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, SY1 1UY, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
This 16th-century coaching inn has played host to both Dickens and Darwin. With beautiful, Elizabethan decor, The Lion is set within the heart of historic Shrewsbury. The Lion is a Grade I-listed building, and guests can relax by the Tudor fireplace. The Pickwick Papers were written by Charles Dickens at the hotel itself, and it has also been visited by the 19th-century Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, as well as the legendary violinist, Paganini. Rooms offer unique furnishings with renovated decor and original features. Private bathrooms are included in each room, along with a TV and tea/coffee facilities. The many historic streets and shops of central Shrewsbury can be reached within 5 minutes on foot. Pride Hill and Darwin shopping centers are both less than 10 minutes’ walk away, and Shrewsbury Rail Station is a 15-minute walk from The Lion.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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- Private Parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Hotel area info
Amenities of The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
- Private Parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Alarm clock
- Outdoor furniture
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Pet bowls
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- English
- Polish
- Romanian
- Russian
- Ukrainian
Property practices
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Cash
The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Any Client wishing to book 5 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 10% deposit at the time of Booking. This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Any Client wishing to book 10 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 20% deposit at the time of Booking. This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Please note some of the rooms have further stairs after the elevator, if guests prefer to be on the main hall and near the elevator please mention this in the Special Request Section when booking.
The hotel has limited parking, and follows a first-come-first-served policy. Other parking areas are located nearby.
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 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 Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
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The prices at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury is 800 feet from the center of Shrewsbury. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury include:
- Single
- Double
- Twin
- Suite
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Check-in at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
