Hotel The Golden Lion Hotel

114 High Street, Northallerton, DL7 8PP, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 1257 reviews)

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8.6
Excellent
1,258 reviews

I would have rated the place as 10 the only downside was that the shower had no Hot water.

Amira United Kingdom

Room a bit dated but clean and comfortable bathroom was massive all staff really pleasant and helpful breakfast was a buffet breakfast with good choice and everything served hot

Julie United Kingdom

The location and onsite parking the staff were helpful and the breakfast was very tasty and well presented we will stay here again.

Linda United Kingdom

Loved the central location. Public areas were nice and staff were friendly.

Wendy Canada

We have stayed here several times as the hotel offers very good value for money in a lovely location.

Alan United Kingdom

The room was excellent, very clean and comfortable. Good breakfast, plenty of choice. Would highly recommend.

Alan United Kingdom

We thoroughly enjoyed our second short stay at The Golden Lion. The hotel offers a warm, friendly atmosphere, delicious food and excellent staff service. We will definitely return soon!

Lynne United Kingdom

Great location, breakfast, in room facilities and staff were helpful and friendly.

Lynds84 United Kingdom

Stayed here before and love the place and the location is great. The food is fantastic

Isabelle United Kingdom

Charming historic property, centrally located in a beautiful market town; friendly staff.

Graham United States of America
8.6
Excellent
1,258 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “I would have rated the place as 10 the only downside was that the shower had no Hot water.”
    Amira Amira United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room a bit dated but clean and comfortable bathroom was massive all staff really pleasant and helpful breakfast was a buffet breakfast with good choice and everything served hot”
    Julie Julie United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The location and onsite parking the staff were helpful and the breakfast was very tasty and well presented we will stay here again.”
    Linda Linda United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Loved the central location. Public areas were nice and staff were friendly.”
    Wendy Wendy Canada Canada
  • “We have stayed here several times as the hotel offers very good value for money in a lovely location.”
    Alan Alan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The room was excellent, very clean and comfortable. Good breakfast, plenty of choice. Would highly recommend.”
    Alan Alan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “We thoroughly enjoyed our second short stay at The Golden Lion. The hotel offers a warm, friendly atmosphere, delicious food and excellent staff service. We will definitely return soon!”
    Lynne Lynne United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great location, breakfast, in room facilities and staff were helpful and friendly.”
    Lynds84 Lynds84 United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Stayed here before and love the place and the location is great. The food is fantastic”
    Isabelle Isabelle United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Charming historic property, centrally located in a beautiful market town; friendly staff.”
    Graham Graham United States of America United States of America

Categories:

  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi7.7

Right in the center of the market town of Northallerton, The Golden Lion offers rooms with private bathrooms, an award-winning restaurant, and free parking. The beautiful North York Moors are just 15 minutes’ drive away.

Traditionally decorated, each room at The Golden Lion Hotel features a TV and tea/coffee facilities for guests to relax with. Rooms also include a hairdryer, iron and telephone.

Made with local and seasonal ingredients, hearty classic dishes and an a la carte menu are served in the restaurant each evening. A wide-ranging lunch menu is also available.

Both Lightwater Valley theme park and historic York are a 45-minute drive away. The numerous shops and restaurants of Northallerton’s center are all within a 10-minute walk of the hotel.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Breakfast Info

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

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
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8.6
Excellent
 · 1,258 reviews
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  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.9
  • Comfort8.8
  • Value for money9.0
    Value for money
  • Location9.5
    Parking, Central location
  • Free WiFi7.7

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Amira United Kingdom

    “I would have rated the place as 10 the only downside was that the shower had no Hot water.”

  • Julie United Kingdom

    “Room a bit dated but clean and comfortable bathroom was massive all staff really pleasant and helpful breakfast was a buffet breakfast with good choice and everything served hot”

  • Linda United Kingdom

    “The location and onsite parking the staff were helpful and the breakfast was very tasty and well presented we will stay here again.”

  • Wendy Canada

    “Loved the central location. Public areas were nice and staff were friendly. ”

  • Alan United Kingdom

    “We have stayed here several times as the hotel offers very good value for money in a lovely location.”

  • Alan United Kingdom

    “The room was excellent, very clean and comfortable. Good breakfast, plenty of choice. Would highly recommend.”

  • Lynne United Kingdom

    “We thoroughly enjoyed our second short stay at The Golden Lion. The hotel offers a warm, friendly atmosphere, delicious food and excellent staff service. We will definitely return soon!”

  • Lynds84 United Kingdom

    “Great location, breakfast, in room facilities and staff were helpful and friendly.”

  • Isabelle United Kingdom

    “Stayed here before and love the place and the location is great. The food is fantastic”

  • Graham United States of America

    “Charming historic property, centrally located in a beautiful market town; friendly staff.”

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  • Hi, I was due to stay tonight (room for 2) after a wedding reception but had to cancel due to COVID19. You rang me a few weeks ago to say that you would reserve me a room on the new date once it was known. The date has now been confirmed as Sat 27 March 2021. Can you confirm that I have a room?

    Good Morning Yes I can make this booking please can I check which name this room is under. Kind Regards The Golden Lion Hotel

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    Answered on April 28, 2020
  • Do you have a disabled room

    Good morning, all our rooms are up a flight of stairs and we have no lift in the hotel sorry. please let me know if there is anything else i can help you with thanks marie

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    Answered on January 15, 2020
  • I would like to book Room Three specifically, from Oct 5 to Oct 8, Is it available on those dates?

    Hi , Yes we do have availability for those dates. Kind regards Eliza The Golden Lion Hotel

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    Answered on September 12, 2021
  • Hello... I'm planning on cycling every day. Is there a secure place to leave my bike? Kind regards Richard Miller

    Yes we do, May I ask is it just the one bike or is there a few of you bringing bikes. Kind regards

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    Asked about: Standard Single Room • Answered on June 24, 2021
  • Hi … do you have a quiet twin room.. that is not above the kitchen or near the central boiler room as my husband has very sensitive hearing.

    Good afternoon. We do have quiet twin rooms. Can you tell me what period would you be interested in?! Kind regards.

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    Answered on June 28, 2021
  • Anywhere we can keep our bikes over night?

    Hello bikes are stored in our function rooms overnight.

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    Answered on September 25, 2020
  • Do the rooms have king size beds?

    I can confirm that we do have some rooms with king size beds. Please state this when booking and we will arrange this for you. Kind Regards The Golden Lion Hotel Northallerton PROUD to be the HOME of the high street

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    Answered on July 29, 2021
  • What time is check in

    check in is 2pm onwards kind regards Michelle

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    Answered on January 12, 2020
  • Hi everyone What time is earliest check-in please?

    Good Afternoon The earliest check-in time is 2pm. Kind Regards The Golden Lion Hotel

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    Answered on August 17, 2020
  • Is an earlier check in possible?

    Unfortunately we can not confirm early check ins, this is due to checkout for the previous guest is 11am. If your room is available you when you arrive we will be able to check in.

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    Answered on October 27, 2021
  • Do you serve meals on a Sunday eveving

    Unfortunately no we only serve food at lunch time on a Sunday

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    Answered on June 24, 2021
  • Do you have upgrade rooms

    hi what size room are you looking to book kind regards Reservation team

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    Answered on February 19, 2020
  • do you have parking at the hotel and do we have to pre-book a table in the beer garden

    Yes we have parking at the rear of the hotel. We are not taking bookings for the outdoor area. We are operating a first come first serve basis.

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    Answered on April 19, 2021
  • What is meant by "Attached Bathroom"? is it different from En Suite? I was looking at single occupant room

    Good Evening I can confirm that all of our rooms are En Suite. Kind Regards The Golden Lion Hotel Northallerton PROUD to be the HOME of the high street

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    Answered on July 22, 2021
  • Do you have WiFi in the room?

    Good Afternoon I can confirm all of our rooms have WiFi in them. Kind Regards Reception The Golden Lion Hotel

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    Answered on May 22, 2021
  • Do you take pets?

    Good Afternoon The hotel unfortunately does not allow pets inside the building.

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    Answered on October 24, 2019
  • Are you able to offer a table for 10 people for dinner on Christmas Day this year ? If so can you provide a menu and prices ? Michael Scott

    I can confirm this is possible. Please can you email the Hotel directly on reservations@golden-lion-hotel.co.uk and I can send you the Brochure. Kind Regards The Golden Lion Hotel PROUD to be the HOME of the high street

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    Answered on October 27, 2021
  • do you allow dogs?

    Sorry, but we do not allow dogs in the hotel rooms.

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    Answered on June 3, 2021
  • Hi What is the earliest time I could get breakfast please ?

    Hello Breakfast is served 7am - 9am Monday - Friday or 8am - 10am Saturday & Sunday. We would not be able to serve any earlier than these times

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    Answered on June 1, 2021
Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Bedale Golf Club
    7.4 miles
  • Lightwater Valley Theme Park
    11.8 miles
  • Scotch Corner Services A1
    11.9 miles
  • Darlington Arena
    12.4 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant The Floral Room
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Main Bar
    0 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Cod Beck Reservoir, Osmotherly
    6.5 miles
  • Lake Gormire Lake
    14 miles
  • Mountain White Horse of Kilburn
    16 miles
  • Mountain Roseberry Topping
    20 miles
Closest Airports
  • Durham Tees Valley Airport
    11.8 miles
  • Leeds Bradford International Airport
    33.8 miles
  • Newcastle International Airport
    49.5 miles
How to get to The Golden Lion Hotel from Durham Tees Valley Airport
    Taxi
    Free parking is available.
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of The Golden Lion Hotel

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Check-in

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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 13 and above are considered 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

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
£5 per child, per night
Extra bed by request
£10 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed by request
£10 per child, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Switch Solo American Express The Golden Lion Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

The hotel is located on Northallerton High Street, which hosts a market twice a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about The Golden Lion Hotel

  • The prices at The Golden Lion Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, The Golden Lion Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Guests staying at The Golden Lion Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • The Golden Lion Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Live music/Performance

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Golden Lion Hotel (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Accessible parking
    • Free parking

  • Check-in at The Golden Lion Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at The Golden Lion Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single
    • Family

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to The Golden Lion Hotel by:

    • Taxi 35min

  • The Golden Lion Hotel is 650 feet from the center of Northallerton.