The Lion Hotel, Shrewsbury

Hotel Description

A renowned 17th century coach inn in the heart of Shrewsbury with a reputation for friendly hospitality, and complete with comfortable bedrooms and lounge areas.

Today, its unique ambience continues to attract visitors looking for somewhere special to stay whilst exploring the historic town and its surrounding countryside and Welsh borders.

In the refined atmosphere of The Sam Hayward Room, guests can enjoy many of the chef's specialities. Public areas include the original ballroom and a bar and restaurant with oak beams and inglenook fireplace. Bedrooms come in a variety of sizes, those at the rear being quieter.

This historic hotel is ideally located to visit the many attractions of the region. Its reputation for hospitality has attracted many famous names over the years including Charles Dickens, King William IV and Madame Tussaud's. Whether your visit is purely leisure or linked to business, you will receive high quality service, and experience a refreshing and friendly atmosphere at the Lion Hotel.

7/10 Overall rating

Guest Services

• General: Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Gay Friendly.
• Activities: Cycling.
• Services: Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Packed Lunches, Shoe Shine.

Restaurants and Bars

In the restaurant, which is open for both breakfast and dinner, guests can enjoy many of our chefs specialities. Teas, coffee and a mouth watering range of meals are served in the bars and in the eminently comfortable lounge. Log fires blaze in both during the colder months.

Hotel Policies

Important!Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 14:00  hours
• Check Out: 11:00  hours
• Cards accepted at the hotel: Visa,  Maestro,  American Express,  MasterCard
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and costs GBP 10.00 per 24 hours.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed.
• Parking: Free Private parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All children under 16 years are charged GBP 5.00 per night and person for extra beds. All older children or adults are charged 100 % of the room stay per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Directions

From South and East, cross English Bridge and take right fork at mini roundabout into Wyle Cop. Hotel on left at top of hill. From North and West, follow signs to city centre and join one-way system at railway station. Follow signs to Telford, bear left at Post Office. Hotel opposite T-junction.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation