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Hotel The Lion Inn

The Lion Inn

Main Road, Chelmsford, CM3 3JA, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 309 reviews)

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9.4
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309 reviews
  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Location

    9.3

  • Total

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

Honestly, I really did love everything about this hotel -- it may be my absolute favorite of my 16-day UK trip. Loved the garden area outside our room, the spacious and super comfortable room, the amazing food (you just have to eat at the restaurant here!), and all the amenities. Free parking in a huge parking lot was amazing. WiFi worked great. The price was very reasonable. Would totally stay here again and again if I could!

Tamara United States of America

All good - excellent breakfast with very good choice and service.

Joan United Kingdom

Lovely breakfast included in the rate, very safe, friendly staff

Anonymous United Kingdom

Tasteful decorated, very comfortable bed. Particularly like our courtyard room. Very clean.

Anonymous United Kingdom

Great staff and the food was very good. The room was lovely too.

Hilary United Kingdom

Breakfast was delicious. The room was beautiful. The staff were super friendly. Couldn’t have asked for more really.

Thomas United Kingdom

Fabulous place to stay. Duch Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable rooms. Absolutely stunning restaurant

Theresa United Kingdom

Good quality room and food. Nice choice of specials on the menu. Felt very safe in these covid times. Hairdrier etc had been removed from the room but it was handed over when you checked in.

Di United Kingdom

I stayed at The Lion Inn for 3 days and it was one of the best hotels I have stayed in for a very long time! From my first impressions to the staff to rooms and the food...wow! everything was perfect! Thank you so much I would definitely recommend anyone to stay here.

Sophiea United Kingdom

The friendliness and service . Everyone was very willing to help. I had to stay in the room most of the time due to being one of the vunerable people to Covid and breakfast was delivered to our room. I would have no hesitation in recommending The Lion Inn as a great place to stay

Wendy United Kingdom

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9.4
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309 reviews
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Honestly, I really did love everything about this hotel -- it may be my absolute favorite of my 16-day UK trip.”
    Tamara Tamara United States of America United States of America
  • “All good - excellent breakfast with very good choice and service.”
    Joan Joan United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely breakfast included in the rate, very safe, friendly staff”
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Tasteful decorated, very comfortable bed. Particularly like our courtyard room. Very clean.”
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great staff and the food was very good. The room was lovely too.”
    Hilary Hilary United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast was delicious. The room was beautiful. The staff were super friendly. Couldn’t have asked for more really.”
    Thomas Thomas United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Fabulous place to stay. Duch Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable rooms. Absolutely stunning restaurant”
    Theresa Theresa United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Good quality room and food. Nice choice of specials on the menu. Felt very safe in these covid times. Hairdrier etc had been removed from the room but it was handed over when you checked in.”
    Di Di United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “I stayed at The Lion Inn for 3 days and it was one of the best hotels I have stayed in for a very long time! From my first impressions to the staff to rooms and the food...wow! everything was perfect!...”
    Sophiea Sophiea United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The friendliness and service . Everyone was very willing to help. I had to stay in the room most of the time due to being one of the vunerable people to Covid and breakfast was delivered to our room.”
    Wendy Wendy United Kingdom United Kingdom

An independent hotel with a continental feel, the Lion Inn has a bar, an elegant bistro-style restaurant and spacious air-conditioned rooms flat-screen TVs and free wired internet.

For many years, the Lion Inn was a traditional pub. Now, after a sympathetic refurbishment, it has been transformed into a contemporary bistro and bar with luxurious rooms with attached bathroom. All of the deluxe air-conditioned rooms have modern flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities and free wired internet access. Some of the rooms have balconies overlooking the garden, while others have direct access to the garden via their very own terrace.

Stylishly decorated with antiques and salvaged furniture, the bar has a vintage French feel. A natural extension to the bar area, the restaurant maintains a mix of old and new. The menu is based on traditional pub food with a modern contemporary twist, and the conservatory allows you to take in the picturesque views while you dine.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.6 for two-person stays.

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

냨 Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

끉 Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

끸 Free parking available at the hotel

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끖 There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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  • Tamara United States of America

    “Honestly, I really did love everything about this hotel -- it may be my absolute favorite of my 16-day UK trip. Loved the garden area outside our room, the spacious and super comfortable room, the amazing food (you just have to eat at the restaurant here!), and all the amenities. Free parking in a huge parking lot was amazing. WiFi worked great. The price was very reasonable. Would totally stay here again and again if I could!” Read more

  • Joan United Kingdom

    “All good - excellent breakfast with very good choice and service.”

  • Anonymous United Kingdom

    “Lovely breakfast included in the rate, very safe, friendly staff”

  • Anonymous United Kingdom

    “Tasteful decorated, very comfortable bed. Particularly like our courtyard room. Very clean. ”

  • Hilary United Kingdom

    “Great staff and the food was very good. The room was lovely too.”

  • Thomas United Kingdom

    “Breakfast was delicious. The room was beautiful. The staff were super friendly. Couldn’t have asked for more really.”

  • Theresa United Kingdom

    “Fabulous place to stay. Duch Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable rooms. Absolutely stunning restaurant”

  • Di United Kingdom

    “Good quality room and food. Nice choice of specials on the menu. Felt very safe in these covid times. Hairdrier etc had been removed from the room but it was handed over when you checked in.”

  • Sophiea United Kingdom

    “I stayed at The Lion Inn for 3 days and it was one of the best hotels I have stayed in for a very long time! From my first impressions to the staff to rooms and the food...wow! everything was perfect! Thank you so much I would definitely recommend anyone to stay here.” Read more

  • Wendy United Kingdom

    “The friendliness and service . Everyone was very willing to help. I had to stay in the room most of the time due to being one of the vunerable people to Covid and breakfast was delivered to our room. I would have no hesitation in recommending The Lion Inn as a great place to stay” Read more

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  • Can me and my boyfriend stay here if we are both 17 years old ? Thanks :) x

    Hi, Thank you for your message. I am so sorry but is 18's over only due to the legal drinking age. So sorry for any inconvenience. Kindest regards The Lion Inn


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  • Do you have parking

    Yes, we have lots of parking here at The Lion which is free.


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  • hi there is it possible for me to bring my bike assuming there is secure parking and are there cycling routes around the hotel.

    Hi, Thank you for your message. We have a undercover bike store here however please note it is at your own risk leaving it there and we do not provide locks. We have lovely routes round here and a river close by which you could ride along too. Hope this helps, Kindest regards Lily


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  • Do you offer room service?

    Sadly we do not offer room service here at The Lion.


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    I am afraid we do not offer room service.


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  • Can me and my boyfriend stay here if we are both 17 years old ? Thanks :) x

    Hi, Thank you for your message. I am so sorry but is 18's over only due to the legal drinking age. So sorry for any inconvenience. Kindest regards The Lion Inn


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  • Do you have parking

    Yes, we have lots of parking here at The Lion which is free.


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  • hi there is it possible for me to bring my bike assuming there is secure parking and are there cycling routes around the hotel.

    Hi, Thank you for your message. We have a undercover bike store here however please note it is at your own risk leaving it there and we do not provide locks. We have lovely routes round here and a river close by which you could ride along too. Hope this helps, Kindest regards Lily


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  • Do you offer room service?

    Sadly we do not offer room service here at The Lion.


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    I am afraid we do not offer room service.


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Hotel surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Springfield Hospital
    2 miles
  • Anglia Ruskin University - Business School
    2.7 miles
  • Chelmsford Cathedral
    2.9 miles
  • Broomfield Hospital
    3 miles
  • Essex County Council
    3 miles
  • Chelmsford City Council
    3.1 miles
  • Benton Hall Golf Club
    5 miles
  • Hylands Park
    5.2 miles
  • Crondon Park Golf & Country Club
    7.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Freeport Braintree
    7.9 miles
Public transit
  • Train Chelmsford Train Station
    3 miles
Closest Airports
  • London Stansted Airport
    14.6 miles
  • London Southend Airport
    15.1 miles
  • London City Airport
    27.1 miles
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1 Restaurant On Site

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    Food: British

    Open for: Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

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Amenities of The Lion Inn Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

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  • Pets are not allowed.

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  • Stand-up comedy Additional charge
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  • Wine/Champagne
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  • Bar
  • Restaurant
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  • Free! WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Honeymoon suite
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
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  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

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3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Check-out

6:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

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Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Mastercard Visa The Lion Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

FAQs about The Lion Inn

  • Room options at The Lion Inn include:

    • Double

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

  • Check-in at The Lion Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

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

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Accessible parking

  • Guests staying at The Lion Inn can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

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

    • Stand-up comedy

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

    • Car 40min

  • The Lion Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • The Lion Inn is 3 miles from the center of Chelmsford.

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  • Staff9.7
  • Facilities9.5
  • Cleanliness9.6
  • Comfort9.5
  • Value for money9.0
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi 9.1
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