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The Lion Hotel

Belper , Bridge Street (Show on Map)

7.8

Good

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Summary of reviewsOverall, The Lion Hotel in Belper is a highly recommended hotel for its excellent location, comfortable and clean accommodations, exceptional dining experience, friendly and helpful staff and convenient parking facilities. While there were some negative comments about the breakfast and some outdated rooms, most guests found their stays memorable and enjoyable, considering the hotel to be great value for money. The comfiness of the beds was especially praised, although some guests note that zipped-together beds were uncomfortable. Cleanliness is a highlight across all areas of the hotel with guests describing it as "truly spotless" and "very clean."
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Hotel for Honeymoon

Family Friendly Hotel

Hotel with Parking

3-Star Hotel

Room Types

Double Room This modern room is equipped with an en suite bathroom, a digital TV, free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities.

King Size Room This contemporary room is larger in size and comes with a king-size bed. It features an en suite bathroom and a TV. These rooms can be turned into twin bedded rooms and can contain 1 or 2 additional pull-out beds. Please contact the hotel at the time of booking if you require this.

Single Room This modern room is equipped with an en suite bathroom, a digital TV, free Wi-Fi and tea/coffee making facilities.

Honeymoon Suite This contemporary room is larger in size and comes with a four-poster king-size bed. It features an en suite bathroom and a TV.

Deluxe Twin Room Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

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Guest Reviews

7.8

Good

Location

The Lion Hotel is a lovely place to stay in Belper with an excellent location that's perfect for visiting the town centre and nearby attractions. The conveniently located car park next door and easy access to the train station make it an ideal base for sightseeing. Plus, the central location is great for exploring shops, restaurants and bars. Guests appreciate the free parking and love the fantastic location which is close to everything. The hotel is situated just off the main high street, granting easy accessibility to the idyllic surroundings. It's a great choice for those traveling with family and for those looking for a central location with good parking facilities.

Breakfast

The Lion Hotel serves a continental breakfast which some guests found to be excellent, lovely and adequate for their morning needs. The croissants are warm and there is a nice selection of fruit, meats and yogurt. However, there are some negative reviews stating that the continental breakfast is drab, poor and uninspiring with limited options and small portions. If guests want a cooked breakfast, they need to pay an extra £8.50. Some guests found the cooked breakfast to be delicious and superb, while others felt disappointed and that it wasn't worth the extra cost. Some guests had to ask for croissants and felt that the service could be better managed. Generally, they find the breakfast experience to be the biggest issue during their stay.

Dinner

The Lion Hotel boasts an exceptional dining experience according to guest reviews. The food served in the evenings is consistently praised as amazing, lovely, excellent, tasty and exceptional. The restaurant is described as wonderful and very good, providing good value for money. The bar area and food menu are also highly recommended. Although there were some comments on limited menu options and slightly overpriced drinks, the overall consensus is that the evening meals and staff are great. One guest mentioned opting for the chip shop next door due to high prices, but the Lion Hotel promptly refunded them. Additionally, there were shouts heard from the kitchen, but this did not diminish the quality of the home-made pizzas which were described as absolutely amazing. All in all, it is clear that guests can expect a very enjoyable dining experience at The Lion Hotel.

Rooms

The Lion Hotel offers a variety of room options that cater to different needs and budgets. Guests praise the hotel for its very comfortable and clean accommodations that are nicely decorated to modern standards. The hotel offers a range of room types including large premium rooms, honeymoon suites and spacious bedrooms with king-size beds and sofas. The bathrooms are generally clean and well-appointed, although some need updating. The historic building has been given a contemporary and efficient design intervention, which has improved the overall atmosphere of the rooms. Guests can enjoy lovely big rooms and comfortable beds, although some guests have complained about uncomfortable beds or rooms being too warm. Cleanliness and tidiness are highlighted in most reviews with some guests even describing their rooms as spotless. Despite some negative comments about outdated or tatty rooms, the majority of guests have enjoyed their stays and recommend The Lion Hotel for its large, clean and comfortable rooms with modern facilities.

Beds

According to guest reviews, The Lion Hotel provides lovely and spacious accommodations with comfortable beds. Many guests raved about the comfiness of the beds with some even calling them the comfiest they've ever slept in. However, a few guests noted that the zipped-together beds made for an uncomfortable sleep and there were pillows that needed replacing. Overall, the bedding was soft and comfortable and most guests found the beds to be very comfortable for an overnight stay. There were a few negative comments about the mattresses being old and of poor quality, but these seemed to be isolated instances. Overall, The Lion Hotel seems to provide comfortable and spacious rooms with great beds.

Cleanliness

Guests of The Lion Hotel have praised the cleanliness of the establishment, describing it as "very clean," "truly spotless," and a "nice clean hotel." Visitors remarked that the rooms were well looked after, clean and comfortable and that the hotel was in good decorative order. While a few guests noted areas in need of improvement such as black mould on the inside of windows or a bathroom that wasn't very clean, overall, the hotel received high marks for cleanliness. Some guests even complimented the addition of fresh flowers to the well-presented and tidy hotel. The Lion Hotel seems to be a superb choice for travelers looking for a lovely, bright and clean accommodation with friendly and efficient staff.

Staff

The Lion Hotel boasts of an impressive staff - welcoming, friendly and helpful, according to guest reviews. From the receptionists to wait staff, their manners were excellent and polite. The hotel guests rave about the attentive and hardworking staff with the lady on the front desk singled out for her warm welcome. However, some guests were not entirely satisfied, citing unfriendly and unhelpful staff, while others felt some staff lacked enthusiasm in their work. The bar staff received mixed reviews with some guests praising their professionalism while others thought they were rude. Overall, guests highlighted the location, food and cleanliness of the hotel, which coupled with the friendly staff, made for a memorable stay.

Parking

The Lion Hotel offers a lot of secure and onsite parking, including free parking and off-road parking. Guests have praised the parking facilities, which are both convenient and secure. Some guests have been disappointed with the limited parking bays relative to the number of rooms, however, the hotel has a pay-metered car park nearby. The parking options have been explained in the confirmation email and guests have found the ample car parking well received. A 24 hour garage next door provides extra parking and some guests have found the parking to be a bit tight but still very convenient. The hotel is located in a great location with free parking and excellent parking provision, including flexible and secure parking.

3 Star

The Lion Hotel in Belper is a budget-friendly hotel that provides decent facilities and services. While some guests found the hotel a bit expensive compared to other options, it is still considered great value for money by others. The breakfast offered is average and could use improvement, as it is mostly continental with limited choices. Some rooms are above the bar and might be noisy, but luckily not all. Rooms are small and some may be outdated, but they are clean and provide a good budget option for those looking for a place to sleep. While there were some complaints about pillows and locking mechanisms, the hotel staff provides good service, making guests feel secure and comfortable.

No, The Lion Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Lion Hotel.

No, The Lion Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Lion Hotel.

No, The Lion Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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