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Located in the World Heritage site of Blaenavon, The Lion Hotel & Restaurant offers a health suite with sauna, steam room and heated loungers. There is also a restaurant and lounge with real log fires, and free WiFi available. The rooms have over-sized beds, thick carpets and private bathrooms or showers. Each room has a TV, tea/coffee making facilities, toiletries and soft fluffy bathrobes with a choice of quilts for each season. The Lion Hotel's Restaurant offers an à la carte menu of European dishes, made using fresh local produce. The property's bar also offers guests a bar menu as well as coffee and afternoon tea, complete with log burner. The Lion offers a range of facilities including a health suite which has separate changing and shower facilities, where a private massage can be pre-booked directly. There is also an outdoor patio area, which leads to the car park and is free of charge to residents.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

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

Free parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
7.7
High score for Blaenavon
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Drummerb0y
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice room, clean and comfortable, all you need. Toiletries provided. Great food, AMAZING breakfast ❤️. Bar prices reasonable, good selection of beers and spirits.
  • Sandrina20
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had a lovely stay at The Lion. Warm and comfortable room, spotlessly clean. Friendly and helpful staff.
  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Hospitality very good, food also very good and reasonable priced

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Lion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Spa
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 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 of all ages are welcome.

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 upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Kindly note the property cannot process payments from American Express credit cards, and an alternative card will be required.

Please inform The Lion Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about The Lion Hotel

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

    • Spa
    • Sauna
    • Themed dinners
    • Steam room
    • Locker rooms
    • Spa facilities
    • Live music/Performance
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area

  • The Lion Hotel is 650 feet from the center of Blaenavon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Lion Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

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

  • Room options at The Lion Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family

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

  • The Lion Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1