In the centre of Lyme Regis, just 150 metres from the beach, the Royal Lion Hotel has a pool, sauna and games room. Some rooms have sea views and balconies. All rooms have a TV with Freeview, tea/coffee making facilities and modern bathroom. The Royal Lion Inn is a 400-year-old former coaching inn, and its rooms feature classic décor. The indoor pool is next to the spa bath and sauna. The games room has full-size snooker, pool and table tennis tables. The Royal Lion also has 2 guest lounges and offers free Wi-Fi. Parking is complimentary. The Oak Room restaurant serves a full cooked breakfast. Evening meals feature local, seasonal produce and children’s menus are available. The bar has original fireplaces and panelled walls and the courtyard cafe provides outdoor dining. They serve real ales, light meals and home-made cakes. Lyme Regis Harbour and the Philpot Museum are both within 10 minutes’ walk. Lyme Regis seafront is part of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews
Review score
Guest review summary
This is an automated summary based on 367 reviews from the past 12 months.
Guests loved the <b>central location</b> of the accommodation, making it easy to explore Lyme Regis. The <b>breakfast</b> received praise for its variety and quality. Staff were frequently commended for their friendliness. <b>Room comfort</b> had mixed reviews, with some noting decor needed updating. <b>Parking</b> was appreciated.
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Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Value for money was excellent, the staff were great, the room was comfortable and clean. One would not expect Michelin evening meals, they were good value. I would not hesitate to recommend it to friends.
  • Jason
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super charming comfortable proper pub with tasty food and great rooms full of character.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Character, quaint and a great location. Staff were lovely. Big and warm room. Would be great if you took a dog. Breakfast was lovely.
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location right in the heart of Lyme Regis. On site parking too, which was so convenient as we just walked everywhere during our stay. Breakfast was great too.
  • Angela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location on the Main Street in Lyme Regis. Parking was a bonus! Staff were friendly and accommodating. We had a lovely room that allowed our two dogs to stay. We had dinner in the bar area, the food was really lovely and so was the...
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    Dave
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The upstairs room was very well restored. We both liked it
  • Henry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was excellent - great choice! Service was also very good and there was also a super choice of evening meals on the menu. Location was perfect in the town centre and very close to the coast.
  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location Was excellent right in the middle of the highstreet ,room was large and comfy, clean and equipped with what you need ,tea coffee, hairdryer etc
  • Carmen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff, great rooms and location and the food was lovely, especially the Sunday roast
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly staff, excellent breakfast and a comfortable room.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Royal Lion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Games room

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security

    General

    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Wellness

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      Additional charge

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Royal Lion Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00
    Check-out
    Until 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Groups
    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    VisaMastercardMaestroSolo Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

    FAQs about The Royal Lion Hotel

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Royal Lion Hotel on this page.

    • The Royal Lion Hotel is 100 yards from the centre of Lyme Regis. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at The Royal Lion Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Royal Lion Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • The nearest beach is just 100 yards from The Royal Lion Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at The Royal Lion Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • Check-in at The Royal Lion Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at The Royal Lion Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Quadruple
      • Twin
      • Triple
      • Suite

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

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Table tennis