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 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

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

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.1
High score for Chelmsford
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A great place with excellent restaurant attached where the food and service are great. Rooms are modern and contemporary with very comfy beds and outstanding levels of housekeeping. I would recommend it without hesitation.
  • Angela
    United States of America United States of America
    Lovely place very nicely decorated the staff were all amazing
  • Emma
    Ireland Ireland
    lovely food, helpful staff, gorgeous beer garden, nice bright room

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of The Lion Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Activities
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:30 AM to 11:30 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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that bookings of 5 rooms or more will be treated as a group booking and will have additional terms and policies applied.

FAQs about The Lion Inn

  • The Lion Inn is 3 miles from the center of Chelmsford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • 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.

  • Room options at The Lion Inn include:

    • Double
    • Twin

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

    • Stand-up comedy

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

  • The Lion Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant