Inn The Lion Waddesdon
70a High Street, Waddesdon, HP18 0JD, United Kingdom – Great location - show map
Didn't have breakfast. Location was good lovely location and only 15 minutes from my workplce
United KingdomFriendly staff, and great location. Walkable distance to waddeston manor.
United KingdomLocation was perfect, right on the main street. Breakfast was great, service very friendly.
United States of Americapleasant room, didnt stay for dinner. Breakfast limited choice but friendly and welcoming. Would have liked a leaflet about the history of the hotel.
United KingdomExcellent friendly staff, lovely accommodation and great site in the vale of Aylesbury
United KingdomWe like to visit Waddesdon's Christmas Market and really enjoy staying at the Lion. Such a wonderful greeting from all the staff. I would recommend a stay with them. Dinner is very tasty and breakfast did not disappoint. It has a great location too to explore the local area.
United KingdomHotel was very warm and friendly and welcoming. Staff very helpful when asked for an extra pillow in the room. Breakfast was lovely and fresh and hot, extra tea & coffee offered if required, all in all a very enjoyable stay, would certainly return.
United KingdomModern comfortable room in great location. Breakfast was delicious!
United KingdomThe staff are so friendly and helpful. Food was excellent and very good service. Overall great value!
United KingdomExcellent room and facilities-, extremely comfy bed and the staff were amazing. Perfect location , will certainly be back 5*
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This family-run Victorian coaching inn, set in the beautiful village of Waddesdon, offers comfortable accommodations with a warm, friendly atmosphere.
Guests can take a walk through the famous Waddesdon Manor. Built in 16th century French chateau style, here you will find an impressive array of art including work by Gainsborough and Reynolds.
The house is set in beautiful Victorian gardens, with a rococo style aviary that houses exotic birds.
Aylesbury is 5 miles away, offering all the facilities of a busy market town, while Bicester village, a designer outlet center, is only a 20 minute drive away. Heathrow, Birmingham and Luton airports are all within an hour's drive.
The hotel offers classic British food from a la carte menus.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.1 for two-person stays.
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)
Breakfast Info
Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free
Free Private Parking Available On Site
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Richard
United Kingdom“Didn't have breakfast. Location was good lovely location and only 15 minutes from my workplce”
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Amanda
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff, and great location. Walkable distance to waddeston manor.”
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Anonymous
United States of America“Location was perfect, right on the main street. Breakfast was great, service very friendly.”
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Michelle
United Kingdom
“pleasant room, didnt stay for dinner. Breakfast limited choice but friendly and welcoming. Would have liked a leaflet about the history of the hotel.”
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William
United Kingdom
“Excellent friendly staff, lovely accommodation and great site in the vale of Aylesbury”
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Elaine
United Kingdom
“We like to visit Waddesdon's Christmas Market and really enjoy staying at the Lion. Such a wonderful greeting from all the staff. I would recommend a stay with them. Dinner is very tasty and breakfast did not disappoint. It has a great location too to explore the local area.” Read more
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Neil
United Kingdom
“Hotel was very warm and friendly and welcoming. Staff very helpful when asked for an extra pillow in the room. Breakfast was lovely and fresh and hot, extra tea & coffee offered if required, all in all a very enjoyable stay, would certainly return.” Read more
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Emma
United Kingdom
“Modern comfortable room in great location. Breakfast was delicious! ”
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Tracey
United Kingdom
“The staff are so friendly and helpful. Food was excellent and very good service. Overall great value!”
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Jade
United Kingdom
“Excellent room and facilities-, extremely comfy bed and the staff were amazing. Perfect location , will certainly be back 5*”
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About The Lion Waddesdon
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Aylesbury Park Golf Club4.3 miles
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Notley Abbey5.1 miles
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Oxfordshire Golf Club9.1 miles
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Oxford Services M4010.5 miles
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Ashridge Artisans Golf Club12.1 miles
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Restaurant Chineese Take Away0 miles
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Restaurant Chadnis Indian Restaurant0.1 miles
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London Luton Airport23.4 miles
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London Heathrow Airport32.8 miles
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London City Airport47.8 miles
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Amenities of The Lion Waddesdon
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Live music/Performance Off-site
- Darts
Food & Drink
- On-site coffee shop
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Accessible parking
- Street parking
- Secure parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Private check-in/out
- Fax/Photocopying
- Hair/Beauty salon
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
General
- Adults only
- Designated smoking area
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Water-efficient toilets
- Water-efficient showers
- Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
- Option to reuse towels
- Most food provided at the property is locally sourced
- Most lighting throughout property uses energy-efficient LED bulbs
- All windows are double-glazed
- Local artists are offered a platform to display their talents
- Provide guests with info about local ecosystems, history, culture, and visitor etiquette
- Wild (non-domesticated) animals are not displayed or interacted with while kept at the property, nor are they harvested, consumed, or sold.
- Green spaces like (rooftop) gardens at the property
- Bicycle parking
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
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The Lion Waddesdon accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
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.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
Please inform The Lion Waddesdon 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 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.
FAQs about The Lion Waddesdon
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Lion Waddesdon (subject to availability):
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
- Free parking
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Check-in at The Lion Waddesdon is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
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The Lion Waddesdon is 800 feet from the center of Waddesdon.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Lion Waddesdon by:
- Car 50min
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The Lion Waddesdon offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Darts
- Live music/Performance
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Room options at The Lion Waddesdon include:
- Double
- Twin
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Guests staying at The Lion Waddesdon can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- À la carte
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The prices at The Lion Waddesdon may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
