The Lion Inn

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Scored 8.9
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.5
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free Wifi
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating

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About this property

Formerly a coaching inn dating back to the 1500s, The Lion Inn is located 15 minutes’ drive from the large spa town of Cheltenham and features an on-site restaurant and bar. There is also a garden which can be used for al fresco dining. Each room has free Bramley toiletries and an private bathrooms. Each bedroom has individual character, 2 with their own stone stairway and 1 with a vintage mural. Local beers are served in the bar, while freshly prepared meals made with local ingredients are available in the restaurant. The property is located in the center of Winchcombe, a historic Cotswold town which includes antiques center, award-winning delicatessens and boutique cake shops. The surrounding Cotwolds are a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offer thousands of miles of footpaths, rolling countryside and scenic villages. Children are permitted to stay with parents. Please arrange directly with site to ensure availability

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Butcombe Brewing Co.
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

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Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Allison
United States United States
“The Lion Inn has been one of our favorite places to stay on this month-long trip of ours. We had the pleasure of meeting Alex, the GM, at check in and he was so welcoming and helpful. He seemed genuinely happy to have us staying there....”
Edward
United States United States
“Everything was perfect. The staff was extremely helpful. The room was beautiful! The food was delicious. You can’t stay at a better Inn!”
James
United States United States
“Exactly the feel I was looking for, old world pub, but updated. Lovely garden seating area in rear, unexpected surprise.”
Kirsten
United States United States
“Beautiful room. Convenient to grocery and bakery across the street. Very nice two women who welcomed us at first and who checked us out when we left.”
Intrepid
United States United States
“Staff and facilities and location couldn't be beat. A combination of family care, mixed with professional travel luxury. From on-site dining to nearby activities, we didn't stay nearly as long as we would have liked. We'll be back!”
Kristina
United States United States
“The property and staff were welcoming and charming.”
Jennifer
United States United States
“The staff were amazing, the facilities were beautifully appointed, and the attached courtyard bar/restaurant was lovely and yummy. Alex (the manager) was very kind and helpful and super personable to all the guests.”
Kathleen
United States United States
“Very friendly staff, made to order breakfast included, nice little extras for ambience and fresh ground coffee with french press in each room.”
Michelle
United States United States
“The staff - to a person - were lovely. Welcoming, proud of the Lion Inn, and committed to service. The room and food were also great. It was a home away from home.”
Elaine
United States United States
“This was absolutely my favorite accommodations in our month-long visit to the UK. We were in the Oakley, and it was beautiful and very comfortable. The interior design team did a fabulous job on this room. From the bed linens, wallpaper,...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    European

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Please inform The Lion Inn 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.