The Lion & Key Hotel
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About this property
The Lion and Key Hotel offers accommodations in Leyton, 1.5 miles from the Olympic Village in Stratford. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Rooms at the hotel feature a modern design with a private bathroom, flat-screen TVs, complimentary tea and coffee making facilities, a hairdryer and a mini-bar. The property offers guests 24-hour room service and luggage storage facilities for those that want to explore the capital as soon as they arrive. The Lion & Key Hotel is less than 1 hour from the Natural History Museum, Science Museum and the Royal Albert Hall. Guests can enjoy shopping at the Westfield Stratford City shopping mall, which is 2 miles from the hotel. Central London and its theaters and galleries can be reached in 50 minutes via public transport. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 5 mi from the property. The closest tube station is Leyton, served by the Central line and Leyton Midland Road rail station, which is over 10 minutes' walk away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Private Parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Elevator
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Nadean
United States
“The value paid for this room and location was a plus. There are not many options in this area, so I was happy to have found this hotel. I was traveling alone to visit family nearby, so I did not need a ton of amenities in my hotel choice - just a...” - Nicola
United States
“Beautiful room! Nice size and close to bus to train. We also had left our luggage there for three days so we could travel to Paris.” - Roselle
United Kingdom
“The beds were very comfortable, spacious rooms and bathroom, very good breakfast.” - Julietta
United Kingdom
“Staff very friendly and polite. Large Double Room clean and spacious. Breakfasts were really good.” - Tasha
United Kingdom
“great location, food was lovely and reception staff where really helpful.” - Scott-lee
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff , ideal location for me to visit family” - Helen
New Zealand
“Very clean , modern and comfortable, although on busy road it was quiet, we had back room ( the triple)” - Nicola
United Kingdom
“Rooms were clean and spacious. Staff were helpful and very polite” - Lucy
United Kingdom
“The staff were friendly and helpful. The food was lovely and cooked fresh from order. Hotel was clean and comfortable. Room had good facilities.” - Steven
United Kingdom
“It looks exactly like the photos, served its purpose well, had what we needed for our stay, Chinese takeaway directly outside”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- L & K Cafe Bar Grill (Breakfast is from 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon
- CuisineItalian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Steakhouse • Turkish
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.




The fine print
BREAKFAST IS FROM 9:00AM TO 12:00 NOON
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.