Name: Golden Lion Hotel
Address: 8/10 King Street, Stirling, FK8 1BD, United Kingdom, 8/10 King Street, Central Scotland, FK8 1BD, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $62 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.0

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Hotel Golden Lion Hotel

8/10 King Street, Stirling, FK8 1BD, United Kingdom –

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Stirling Court: only 5 minutes away! (1,250 feet by foot)

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Massive tub! Great history involved and a stellar location! Its an old hotel and some things could use updating but thats not a complaint. Free parking lot and a great bar on premises and an awesome scottish breakfast!

Katie

United States of America

This hotel has personality! It’s in a central town location, is beautiful, kept the historical feel without being dated and tired. There was a lot to choose from with the full Scottish breakfast buffet. The room was comfortable too, slept great!

Bonnie

United States of America

Short of the location and private car park, there is virtually nothing redeeming about this facility.

Juan

United States of America

Very enjoyable. Met local friends there and we ate at the hotel restaurant. The breakfast scrambled eggs were not that good. Excellent breakfast.

Jay

United States of America

Great location. Food was wonderful in restaurant.

Teresa

United States of America

The location is great, many cafes, shops and restaurants within walking distance. Stirling Castle is also within walking distance, however do be aware that it's an uphill walk. The beds were very comfortable, the room very clean, and the staff very nice. Wifi does not reach the rooms but that was not an issue for us as we used data on our phones. Overall a great place to stay! I would definitely recommend.

Terri

United States of America

The Golden Lion Hotel was a good choice for our overnight in Stirling. The Hotel is classic in style and our room on the 5th floor appeared to have been recently renovated. The rooms are small as are the attached bathrooms - but there is enough room for two to comfortably move about and get a good nights rest. The elevator is a bit small and slow, and the main stairwell is adjacent to the rear exit door so while the hotel itself is a nonsmoking facility the smell of cigarette smoke chimneys up the staircase. The hotel lobby is classic in style and appointment and a nice place to sit and have a daily wrap up, or attend to your mobil device as the WiFi is only available in the public areas. The hotel is in the middle of the main shopping and dining area so anything you'll need is within a few walking minutes from the hotel entry. There is a small free car-park behind the hotel if needed.

Ken

United States of America

The location is fabulous and the front desk staff were very friendly and efficient. Love the history of the hotel and it's facilities are great.

Valarie

United States of America

The location was excellent,as was the food, service, staff and accommodation.

Margaret

United Kingdom

The location for Stirling was central and easy to walk around.

Joanne

United States of America

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9.1

Excellent location!

What guests loved the most:
“Massive tub! Great history involved and a stellar location! Its an old hotel and some things could use updating but thats not a complaint.”

Katie United States of America
“This hotel has personality! It’s in a central town location, is beautiful, kept the historical feel without being dated and tired.”

Bonnie United States of America
“Short of the location and private car park, there is virtually nothing redeeming about this facility.”

Juan United States of America
“Very enjoyable. Met local friends there and we ate at the hotel restaurant. The breakfast scrambled eggs were not that good. Excellent breakfast.”

Jay United States of America
“Great location. Food was wonderful in restaurant.”

Teresa United States of America
“The location is great, many cafes, shops and restaurants within walking distance. Stirling Castle is also within walking distance, however do be aware that it's an uphill walk.”

Terri United States of America
“The Golden Lion Hotel was a good choice for our overnight in Stirling. The Hotel is classic in style and our room on the 5th floor appeared to have been recently renovated.”

Ken United States of America
“The location is fabulous and the front desk staff were very friendly and efficient. Love the history of the hotel and it's facilities are great.”

Valarie United States of America
“The location was excellent,as was the food, service, staff and accommodation.”

Margaret United Kingdom
“The location for Stirling was central and easy to walk around.”

Joanne United States of America

One of our top picks in Stirling.The Golden Lion Hotel has welcomed guests, including royalty, for more than 200 years. The Scottish poet Robert Burns wrote a poem on a hotel window frame, a plaque commemorating this is located on the hotel’s front. Located in Stirling city center, it has free parking, a traditional bar and a restaurant serving Scottish beef and lamb.

The family-owned Golden Lion offers modern rooms, each with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee and ironing facilities. Each bathroom has a hairdryer, bath and shower.

There are shops, bars and cafes on the hotel doorstep, and the magnificent Stirling Castle is just 0.6 miles away. The William Wallace Monument is less than 10-minutes drive from the Golden Lion.

The Cronies Bar has light bar meals, and stocks a range of malt whiskeys. The adjacent Cronies Restaurant, serving afternoon teas daily, also offers a tasty breakfast and a varied, creative menu, including locally caught seafood.

Stirling’s main bus and rail stations are within 5 minutes’ walking distance.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel

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One of Stirling's Largest and Historic Banqueting & Conference Venues catering for up to 400 persons with many Weekend Celebratory Events until 01.00am most weekends, so our apologies for any undue noise which may emanate in the early hours

Hotel surroundings

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Closest Landmarks *

Central Library
0 miles
VisitScotland Stirling
0.2 miles
Stirling Court
0.2 miles
Stirling Castle
0.5 miles
Wallace Monument
0.7 miles
Stirling Community Hospital
0.8 miles
BMI Kings Park Hospital
1 miles
Stirling Games Field
1.1 miles
Sportscotland Institute of Sport
1.8 miles
Airthrey Golf Course
1.8 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Tesco Supermarket
0.6 miles
Cronies Restaurant on site Restaurant
0 miles
Cronies Bar on site Cafe/Bar
0 miles
Thistles shopping Centre Market
0 miles

Natural Beauty *

Kerse River
0.6 miles
Loch Lomond Lake
12.4 miles
North sea Ocean/Sea
12.4 miles

Closest Airports *

Edinburgh Airport
25 miles
Glasgow Airport
25.9 miles
Dundee Airport
42 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The reception, bar and restaurant was beautiful. The breakfast was amazing and the staff were lovely. A brilliant location ”

Donna

United Kingdom

7.9

“Location right in the heart of Stirling, near all the sights, restaurants and bars. Great value for money, top class breakfast and excellent staff.”

Charleythecoach

United Kingdom

“Good location right in the centre of town, once the car is parked everything is in walking distance. The car park though is very tight and if your not sharp wil...”

Donna

United Kingdom

7.0

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1 Restaurant On Site

Cronies

Food: Italian, Scottish, Seafood, Local, Grill/BBQ

Menu: À la carte

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2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

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Until 11:00 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

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This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Golden Lion Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note that parking is limited.

The hotel holds private events most weekends until 01:00.

“Massive tub! Great history involved and a stellar location! Its an old hotel and some things could use updating but thats not a complaint. Free parking lot and a great bar on premises and an awesome scottish breakfast!”

“This hotel has personality! It’s in a central town location, is beautiful, kept the historical feel without being dated and tired. There was a lot to choose from with the full Scottish breakfast buffet. The room was comfortable too, slept great!”

“The location is great, many cafes, shops and restaurants within walking distance. Stirling Castle is also within walking distance, however do be aware that it's an uphill walk. The beds were very comfortable, the room very clean, and the staff very nice. Wifi does not reach the rooms but that was not an issue for us as we used data on our phones. Overall a great place to stay! I would definitely recommend. ”

“The Golden Lion Hotel was a good choice for our overnight in Stirling. The Hotel is classic in style and our room on the 5th floor appeared to have been recently renovated. The rooms are small as are the attached bathrooms - but there is enough room for two to comfortably move about and get a good nights rest. The elevator is a bit small and slow, and the main stairwell is adjacent to the rear exit door so while the hotel itself is a nonsmoking facility the smell of cigarette smoke chimneys up the staircase. The hotel lobby is classic in style and appointment and a nice place to sit and have a daily wrap up, or attend to your mobil device as the WiFi is only available in the public areas. The hotel is in the middle of the main shopping and dining area so anything you'll need is within a few walking minutes from the hotel entry. There is a small free car-park behind the hotel if needed.”

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Reviewed: October 14, 2019

April
United Kingdom
9.2

“First time in Sterling”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Instead of a double bed had two single beds pushed together.
The location, the stunning views from the window of the hills and the cleanliness of the hotel.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Sue
United States of America

1 helpful vote
7.5

“Good location, comfortable beds”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room was small, parking was difficult, bringing luggage into building and upstairs was difficult (there were stairs to navigate, even when taking elevator).
Good restaurant attached to hotel.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Tommy
United Kingdom
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Parking facilities were poor,but in defence of the hotel I’m not sure if non patrons had access to car park,so that could maybe have been reason why we struggled to find a space.
Location and hotel itself were good

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Lillian
United Kingdom
10

“Amazing Stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room 214 was fantastic! Chloe on reception is a delightful.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Alice
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Under rim of toilet was dirty which you could see when sitting in bath also after 11pm if you want a drink you have to get the night porter
The staff, location and room

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 12, 2019

Michelle
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The noise at night was ridiculous a lot of banging and slamming doors and other guests having no respect for anyone else who was staying at the hotel. Also only one member of staff on in the bar meant we left without getting served after waiting half an hour.
Good location clean and tidy breakfast was amazing and all the staff were very helpful.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 12, 2019

Chris
United Kingdom
10

“Would recommend”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Lovely services

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 11, 2019

Ian
United Kingdom
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing really
Large clean and nicely decorated room with large tv. Nice central location. New coffee machine in breakfast area superb.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 11, 2019

Ahmed
Malaysia
7.5

“Well located hotel, with helpful stuff”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
Parking need more enhancment to make access easier
excellent location in the city center, with easy access to all services

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Helen
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good comfortable rooms

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Jason
United Kingdom
8.8

“Good but need a new mattress ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
New mattress required
Restaurant and bar

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Zoe
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Ian
United Kingdom

7 helpful votes
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 2 nights
As we had only booked the rooms the day before, and as it was a Saturday night, only 2 double rooms available which were too cramped. Car Park was free but again due to demand could be difficult to find space. Restaurant prices a little high for certain items eg £5 for 3 small garlic bread fingers.
Bar/Restaurant on site Location in centre of town 15 minute walk from castle. Free Parking if space available.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Anne
United Kingdom
7.9

“Good value for what we paid pity restaurant let us down”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Went for a meal in the restaurant had the steak pie very disappointing. The steak was very hard only had 2 pieces of meat that were tender.
Croissants & pastries lovely

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Cynthia
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
good but I like soft

Stayed in October 2019

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