Criccieth
The Lion Hotel Criccieth
About the Hotel
Kate Harden-England
Deal Expert
Why We Love This Hotel
- The hotel has views of the mountains of Snowdonia National Park, which is a 15-minute drive away
- Criccieth Beach, which has a Blue Flag, is five minutes' walk away
- 13th-century Criccieth Castle is a 10-minute walk from the hotel
- Frommer's describes Criccieth as one of the "best towns on the peninsula", due to its location -- Porthmadog and Portmeirion are within 20 minutes' drive
Enjoyed This
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"Amazing food!! great bar;"
Brian
16 Apr, 2019 - Hereford, UK
Overview
The 18th-century Lion Hotel Criccieth is on the Llŷn Peninsula, a 5-minute walk from the Blue Flag-awarded Criccieth Beach and 15 minutes' drive from Snowdonia National Park -- you can see the mountains and the sea from the hotel.
Criccieth Castle, which dates back to the 1230s, is a 10-minute walk from the hotel. Its ruins are perched on a cliff and offer views along the southern coast of the peninsula and over to Harlech.
Frommer's describes Criccieth as one of the "best towns on the peninsula", due to its location; the harbour town of Porthmadog is a 10-minute drive away and marks the start of the 91-mile Llŷn Coastal Path, which runs around the peninsula to Caernarfon.
Portmeirion, made famous in the TV series "The Prisoner", is 20 minutes away. This Italianate village was designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis.
The bar serves British cuisine made using local produce. Wi-Fi is free.
Amenities
General
- Bar
- Restaurant
Room amenities
- Flatscreen TV
Internet
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
Parking
- Complimentary parking
Accessibility
- Accessible bathroom in some rooms
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible restaurant
Policies
Check-in:
Standard Time is 3pm.
Minimum age required to check in: 18.
Checkout: Standard Time is 11am.
Children and additional guests:
Extra beds are not available.
Cot not available.
Pets: No pets allowed.
Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
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Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
Enjoyed This
(380 Member Ratings)
(380 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for The Lion Hotel Criccieth over the past 15 months.
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Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for The Lion Hotel Criccieth over the past 15 months.
4.2
Ambiance
4.7
Location
4.2
Rooms
4.6
Quality of Service
4.7
Value for the Money
Enjoyed Most
Amazing food!! great bar;
Other Comments
Lovely hotel, great location for seeing sights of north wales!
Brian
16 Apr, 2019
Hereford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
Our room was fine, the en suite however was cramped and one felt exposed due to a large window with frosted glass but no blind. Good food in the restaurant.
James
16 Apr, 2019
Brighton, UK
Enjoyed Most
relaxed atmosphere
Other Comments
the restaurant was large with plenty tables but the staff always gave you a table next to someone else it was uncomfortable for them and us we would have liked to have picked our own table seeing is was not busy that was our only complaint
Wendy
14 Apr, 2019
Warrington, UK
Enjoyed Most
The friendly staff gave the hotel a very warm, homely feel to it.
Other Comments
The staff were the best I have ever experienced! They all smiled, asked if we were enjoying our staff, we're happy to help. They looked like they enjoyed their jobs!
Tina
14 Apr, 2019
Telford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Central location and bedroom views of the castle.
Jennifer
13 Apr, 2019
Sutton Coldfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good standards rooms, pleasant service and ambience, dog-free policy including bar is great, good buzz in public areas. Look forward to return visit.
Tracey
12 Apr, 2019
Teignmouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
excellent food
Other Comments
friendly, warm atmosphere, helpful staff, excellent food, well maintained hotel
james
12 Apr, 2019
WhitlandWhitland, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good food. Nicely appointed room.
Other Comments
Would book again later in the year if they rejoin travelzoo
Margaret
12 Apr, 2019
York, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location
Barbara
10 Apr, 2019
Stroud, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location, very friendly staff and tasty food
Other Comments
Very clean
Laura
09 Apr, 2019
Grays, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were wonderful. Nothing was too much trouble!
Other Comments
We needed a bigger bed, but didn't ask as didn't want to make a fuss. Will ask if book again. We had a lovely stay and didn't want to leave!
Karen
08 Apr, 2019
Quainton, Aylesbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
breakfast
Jane
02 Apr, 2019
Wigan, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff
Sarah
30 Mar, 2019
Conwy, UK
Enjoyed Most
Five star food. Large bright, clean room.
Other Comments
Excellent location
Martin
29 Mar, 2019
Burnley, UK
Enjoyed Most
The sea view from our second floor room..and the excellent staff! !
Other Comments
An excellent value break in a Family run hotel!!!
Linda
29 Mar, 2019
Wolverhampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
The people are very friendly
Carole
27 Mar, 2019
Gloucester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Homely.not too sophisticated
Other Comments
Excellent value
ann
21 Mar, 2019
Llandrindod Wells, UK
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast and a good shower, staff were lovely
Other Comments
only problem was the tv in the room pixelated continuously for certain channels (ITV etc)
Alvin
21 Mar, 2019
Manchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent food, good beer, friendly and efficient staff. Good atmosphere.
Other Comments
Really enjoyed our stay, will definitely use again!!
Garry
19 Mar, 2019
Tividale, UK
Enjoyed Most
The food at the Lion is amazing ate in there 3 nights
Other Comments
A beautiful beach
Carol
18 Mar, 2019
Sutton-in-Ashfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good rooms and an excellent breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful
Mary
18 Mar, 2019
Llandrindod Wells, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic breakfast and a good base to explore Snowdonia.
David
18 Mar, 2019
Tamworth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly relaxed atmosphere
Other Comments
The staff were all very friendly and proficient at all times
dave
18 Mar, 2019
Walsall, UK
Enjoyed Most
Booked for a last minute few days away. The hotel staff were lovely and the location great. Rooms basic but very very clean.
Michaela
17 Mar, 2019
Birmingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast at the hotel was good.
Other Comments
Bar only open for short periods so couldn’t get food if you wanted a lateish lunch (2.30pm). The Lion seemed to be the only hotel open - all others were being refurbished! Also, only found one other pub open on the day we arrived but it was closed during the day after that as that too was being refurbished. Hardly any shops open. Obviously a bad time of year to visit. Won’t go back.
Elaine
15 Mar, 2019
Llanelli, UK
Other Comments
Lovely hotel. Great location.
Julie
11 Mar, 2019
Reading, UK
Other Comments
Advertised as Welsh breakfast but this was not offered.
Judith
04 Mar, 2019
Bromsgrove, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location was
Other Comments
Very friendly and welcoming staff
Neil
04 Mar, 2019
Bolton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
More toilet rolls needed
Margaret
02 Mar, 2019
Birmingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
The breakfast was fantastic
Other Comments
The only thing that spoiled our stay were guests in the rooms above us who were very noisy in the early hours of the morning.
Diane
01 Mar, 2019
HuddersfieldHuddersfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Helpful reception and breakfast waiting staff
Other Comments
Bar staff could have been friendlier
Robert
27 Feb, 2019
Pontyclun, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very welcoming and comfortable
Janice
27 Feb, 2019
Carmarthen, UK
Enjoyed Most
Evening, it was a great place and the food was lovely.
Patrick
26 Feb, 2019
Chester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Gwenda always gives us a warm welcome. All the staff are friendly and helpful. The hotel is spotless and the food is very good. I would recommend this hotel and will definitely be returning.
Ray
26 Feb, 2019
Stockport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were very friendly and accommodating...couldn’t do more for you!
Other Comments
Great hotel, food very good, good location.
Joanne
29 Jan, 2019
Hyde, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location and food
Kathryn
29 Jan, 2019
Nottingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely comfortable family room hotel, lovely open fire in reception to enjoy drinks on a cold January evening
susan
28 Jan, 2019
cheadle, UK
Enjoyed Most
The rooms, restaurant, bar and lounge are newly refurbished. The staff are friendly and very helpful. The Lion Hotel is centrally located on Criccieth. Criccieth is a beautiful place and ideal for a weekend break.
Tim
28 Jan, 2019
Wirral, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely room. Loads of hot water. Breakfast freshly cooked. Staff very helpful.
Andrew
15 Jan, 2019
Manchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location
Other Comments
The hotel was spotless.. the rooms comfortable and the staff couldn't do enough for us..
LYNN
22 Dec, 2018
Henllan, UK
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable room with sea view and good friendly service from the staff
Other Comments
Great location for touring out onto the North Wales peninsula
Simon
19 Dec, 2018
Dolgellau, UK
Enjoyed Most
Value for money. Staff very friendly and hotel great location
Miss Bernadette
10 Dec, 2018
Bolton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Bar meals were well cooked and presented. Warm, cosy atmosphere in the bar and reception.
Other Comments
Staff were most helpful.
Susan
08 Dec, 2018
Perton, UK
Enjoyed Most
The setting was really good, central, easy to fine, parking provision , all good. The food was unexceptional, the service good. The room was clean and warm.
Other Comments
Although we booked quite some time ago , we found ourselves relegated to a small room, with noWiFi service,on the far side of the car park. We actually felt quite vulnerable there apart from getting very wet went we went across to the hotel. It was difficult to gauge the ambiance of the main hotel when we were not staying in it.
Angela
27 Nov, 2018
Llandudno, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff very attentive. Food was excellent, both the breakfast and evening meals.
Michael
26 Nov, 2018
Stalybridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
brilliant views from room
Other Comments
friendly staff, great food, brilliant location
clive
26 Nov, 2018
Liverpool, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location is great, you can walk to any local sites, not a big town though so quite easy. We liked the ambience and age of the hotel gives it character.
Other Comments
Bustling and friendly, parking was convenient, can see us going back there.
Mike
26 Nov, 2018
Mold, UK
Enjoyed Most
Room was immaculate, staff very welcoming, friendly and helpful and food was delicious. Thank you.
Mrs Janet s
25 Nov, 2018
Coventry, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good range and standard of facilties, spacious room.
Other Comments
Cricket is well situated for exploring North Wales, the Lion is excellent value for money.
Michael
22 Nov, 2018
Hull, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location
Andrew
21 Nov, 2018
TAMWORTH, UK
Enjoyed Most
Spotlessly clean accommodation, good breakfast with plenty of choice, very helpful friendly staff convenient location with free parking.
Hilary
12 Oct, 2018
Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food
Other Comments
Lovely hotel, fab food and service. My only negative was that I found the bed uncomfortable, though my husband thought it was fine. I folded a duvet up to lie on and that helped.
Rachel
19 Nov, 2018
Wigan, UK
Enjoyed Most
Everything the comfort and standard of food
Barry
19 Nov, 2018
Llandudno Junction, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food and friendliness of all the staff
Other Comments
Would recommend a visit, we will return.
Walter
13 Nov, 2018
Wrexham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic location
Other Comments
Staff were unobtrusive and helpful
Eugene
12 Nov, 2018
Isle of Wight, UK
Enjoyed Most
The friendly welcoming atmosphere and helpful staff. The cosy, relaxing seating area by the open fire. The very good food. The central location for sightseeing.
Other Comments
I took off one star because the switch on the shower unit in our bathroom was broken and the shower water pressure was very weak. That was a minor detail and we liked the hotel very much.
Melvyn
09 Nov, 2018
Walton-on-Thames, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were excellent. Nice lounge. Bedroom was fine, WIFI.
Other Comments
Better quality coffee at breakfast. Either provide milk for cereal or more milk at the table. Breakfast was fine but what is not so good is that it is left under the hot lamps. Fried eggs this way are NOT appealing.
Paul
09 Nov, 2018
Swanseaswansea, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location was good for exploring the Lleyn. The hotel was warm and comfortable.
Jonathan
09 Nov, 2018
Presteigne, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a great time and enjoy ed the whole trip.
Other Comments
Staff great,, great value for money.
Peter
07 Nov, 2018
Macclesfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very clean hotel, helpful and friendly staff, excellent breakfast.
Nigel
07 Nov, 2018
Wolverhampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good value
Other Comments
Our room - number 44 - was cosy, spotlessly clean, comfortable and warm. Nice linen and towels, with a lovely big bath with endless hot water for soaking in after a long day’s hard walking. Everything we needed was supplied .
Sally
07 Nov, 2018
Wilmslow, UK
Enjoyed Most
It's difficult to say just one thing, the very friendly staff, the view from our room and the food!!
Ann
05 Nov, 2018
Nottingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent location, clean and friendly staff
James
05 Nov, 2018
HalifaxHalifax, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff and the location of Criccieth
Elizabeth
04 Nov, 2018
Bradford, UK
Enjoyed Most
The room was clean and lovely and warm in the cold weather. The breakfast was excellent.
Kerry
30 Oct, 2018
Coventry, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect in everyday, fantastic staff, great service, clean, cosy, great food at a reasonable price. Tea, coffee & biscuits in room. Walked up Snowdon as it's only 20 mins drive away.
Amanda
29 Oct, 2018
Halifax, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent food, staff and location
Other Comments
Wifi poor and TV not much bigger than my phone!
Stephen
29 Oct, 2018
Cwmbran, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good location, friendly service
Leena
28 Oct, 2018
Whitchurch, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location & fabulous breakfast. I had lovely grilled kippers one day - a real treat. Also the only hotel breakfast I have seen that serves Whole Earth peanut butter!
Diane
28 Oct, 2018
Ledbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
The view from the third floor bedroom window- magnificent view of the bay & the mountains. Breakfast very good - coffee, portage, cooked breakfast & grapefruit juice very good
Barbara
27 Oct, 2018
Sale, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent location. Comfortable modern room with a fabulous view of the castle.
Carole
26 Oct, 2018
St. Helens, UK
Other Comments
Reception lady could have been more welcoming.
Diana
26 Oct, 2018
Hereford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food quality and service
Glenys
26 Oct, 2018
Leamington Spa, UK
Other Comments
Apparently building housing Spice Bank belongs to hotel, went for a curry and overall very disappointed as were couple behind us, it’s a shame.
Barry
12 Oct, 2018
Southport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely staff and spotless room.
Other Comments
We dined in the hotel for dinner which was very good and the breakfast was excellent.
geoff
11 Oct, 2018
Crewe, UK
Enjoyed Most
Well appointed rooms -recently refurbished.
Other Comments
Excellent breakfasts
Barbara
11 Oct, 2018
Abergele, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were exceptional. Breakfast is very good, with excellent produce.
Other Comments
The hotel and rooms are very dated.
The noises from the sani systems are ridiculously loud, it's all very well giving ear plugs but some folk can't use them and it's not exactly addressing the issue.
Bathroom was large and clean, however very tired and had a bad smell of drains.
If this Hotel was modernised and addressed a few issues it would be a fantastic hotel.
Robert
26 Oct, 2018
STOCKPORT, UK
Enjoyed Most
Spacious room, great location, good breakfast
arron
26 Oct, 2018
Stockport, UK
Enjoyed Most
The food was very good and value for money. The location was ideal.
Linda
26 Oct, 2018
Rishton, UK
Other Comments
The room was grubby, dusty, tatty, woke in the night itching as was bitten by bed bugs, sneezing due to dust. Asked for room with a bath due to skin problem, got a disabled shower room instead, very small and uninviting. Staff not very friendly. Food in bar and restaurant wasn't very nice, over cooked and greasy.
Clare
25 Oct, 2018
Preston, UK
Enjoyed Most
My room and the breakfast
Other Comments
Lovely stay here - newly refurbished rooms, hot shower, comfy bed, plenty of choice and good quality breakfast, friendly and attentive staff. Free parking onsite, short walk to the sea, good food served in the evening at reasonable prices. Would love to return but the hotel doesn’t allow dogs so probably not.
Pauline
25 Oct, 2018
Northwich, UK
Enjoyed Most
Rooms are dated. Tv doesn't get reception. Shower drain blocked. Staff in helpful. Breakfast poor.
Rian
25 Oct, 2018
Portsmouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food was Excellent, staff very friendly
Other Comments
Excellent location
Ian
25 Oct, 2018
Wigan, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location, close to beach and Portmeirion. friendly staff.
Patricia
24 Oct, 2018
Solihull, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great staff, all so helpful and friendly.
A lovely breakfast and bar meals.
Well done to you all.
Other Comments
We absolutely loved this hotel and will definitely return.
The staff were fantastic and the main hotel building was beautiful.
But we stayed towards the back of the hotel, a lovely aged building and homely, but it does need a revamp and some TLC.
But other than that it was a great stay.
We will be back.
Lynn
23 Oct, 2018
Liverpool, UK
Enjoyed Most
The hotel and area had a very relaxed atmosphere.
Other Comments
Criccieth is only very small. We stayed for 3 nights which is probably a night too long. Worth a visit though. The hotel was clean and the staff were pleasant. The breakfast was very nice.
Martyn
23 Oct, 2018
Wigan, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff friendly and room satisfactory with excellent view of sea and castle. Good buffet breakfast although found dining room too warm.
Other Comments
46 rooms but not that many parking spaces so had to park on road.
Geoff
22 Oct, 2018
Solihull, UK
Enjoyed Most
The food in the restaurant was very good. The best meal we had in the village
Other Comments
The staff were so friendly and helpful. They were always smiling and nothing was to much trouble.
Sue
22 Oct, 2018
Northampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Relaxing warm very clean and good food .
Barbara
22 Oct, 2018
Sale, UK
Enjoyed Most
Everything
Mavis Pauline
22 Oct, 2018
Darwen, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very central location, nice town and easy access to other tourist sites. We used as a base to climb Mount Snowden
Other Comments
It had a mixture of old fashion charm and decoration with some modernisation
Alison
22 Oct, 2018
Barrow-in-Furness, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very friendly welcome staff especially in the restaurant.
pat
11 Oct, 2018
Manchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Its location and staff service.
Other Comments
All parts of the hotel are starting to look a bit 'tired'.
Barry
11 Oct, 2018
Callow End, Nr.Worcester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location, friendly staff, nice bar area
Other Comments
Only downside, cottages thin walls you hear everything!
Jamie
04 Jun, 2018
Saint Helens, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great central location, friendly staff. Comfortable and pleasant room..
Other Comments
Very slow service in restaurant for dinner
Barbara
04 Jun, 2018
Wirral, UK
Enjoyed Most
Yeah, the staff & the breakfast. I don`t know why they "Describe it" as a "Welsh breakfast" why not say "An English breakfast" …...
Other Comments
The fact I asked for a ground floor room & was told ,when I phoned, We were located in the "Annex" which I thort Ok no problem, but the room was so small & cramped & to top it all there was a note from management which read, "Because of the age of the property" Ear plugs are supplied, FOC, due to the creaking floorboards above. So forget the annaxe
On booking asked for a ground floor room & was told we would be in the "Annex" which turned out to be the smallest room I`ve ever stayed in & to top that there was a note from management that we were free to use the ear plugs supplied due to the "Creaking of floorboards" from above & by heck there was....so no future recommendations, ie Face book is a powerful thing. So basically management need to address this problem, & it`s not a "Moan" it is a big problem.
william
21 Oct, 2018
Porth, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Bar food was excellent value especially the game pie. Portions are very generous. Beds were comfortable and room a nice size.
Other Comments
It's an old hotel so can be creaky at night and was impressed that earplugs were provided if it was a nuisance. I was able to manage the steps down to the bathroom but other people who may have mobility problems may not.
Margaret
19 Oct, 2018
Bournemouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Criccieth is a fantastic location for exploring the North West Wales coastline and Snowdonia National Park.
Other Comments
We loved the Lion Hotel- really traditional inn with updated rooms, good restaurant, and warm welcome. We would definitely visit again.
Susan
17 Oct, 2018
Newport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location, the hotel is very close to the beach and the food is very good. Enjoyed very much the buffet Welsh breakfast!
Agata
17 Oct, 2018
Winsford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Amazing view
Other Comments
Great value
Keith
17 Oct, 2018
Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK
Other Comments
Illness forced cancellation. I was aware of the cancellation policy but asked if the date could be amended to the future, but receptionist stated NO. Not very accommodating. Poor management
Janet
15 Oct, 2018
Llanelli, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location, friendly staff
simon
15 Oct, 2018
Swansea, UK
Enjoyed Most
the food was very good and very fast service, staff very polite and helpful.
Other Comments
the bed was like sleeping on a plank and the tv kept breaking up so was unwatchable, but apart from that it was very nice.
very handy for the snowdonia national park.
ashley
15 Oct, 2018
Wigton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Buffet breakfast much better than most. Bar has atmosphere of a pub which is better than the usual hotel bar.
Malcolm
15 Oct, 2018
Wembley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great food
Other Comments
Fabulous staff, Friendly and helpful.
Tracey
13 Oct, 2018
Liverpool, UK
Enjoyed Most
A fine view of the castle from our room, easy walk to good restaurants.
Other Comments
Decent local draught beers available.
David Huw
13 Oct, 2018
London, UK
Enjoyed Most
Efficient and friendly staff.
Other Comments
Conveniently placed in Criccieth. Pleasant, good sized room. Shower room newly refurbished. Everything clean and tidy. Not always room in car park but plenty of on street parking very close by.
Fawzi
13 Oct, 2018
Newport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely room with great views towards the castle and the sea. Breakfast was also great.
Chris
13 Oct, 2018
Blackburn, UK
Enjoyed Most
Convenience
John
12 Oct, 2018
Preston, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location
Other Comments
Four mornings in a row I had to fiddle around with the mixer shower in our bathroom for 15/20 minutes to try and get a reasonable temperature to stand under. Water was either scalding hot or freezing cold and just when you thought it was safe to chance your luck you would get a dousing of what felt like boiling water immediately followed by a chilly blast. I appreciate that many other hotel guests would be taking a shower at the same time as myself but I felt I had to report to reception as many elderly guests stay here and could get injured. Hopefully management will get problem rectified.
Nicola
12 Oct, 2018
Oldham, UK
Enjoyed Most
The half price offer through Travelzoo was as much as the accommodation,food and service was worth.
Other Comments
Booked a double,but given a twin beaded room, asked again and was promised a double bed would be installed this didn’t appear senior staff were not very approachable so did not pursue the matter.
We were given a downstairs room in the annex which was very poorly insulated so we had a disturbed night due to noise from people above.
Coach parties took priority a meal times hence having to wait 45 minutes to be served..
Geoffrey
10 Oct, 2018
Kendal, UK
Enjoyed Most
Had a good meal in the bar
Other Comments
Our annexe room was a little on the small side, others appeared slightly bigger - no complaints though all nice and clean and excellent value for a short break.
Wendy
10 Oct, 2018
Manchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location
Susan
10 Oct, 2018
Walsall, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were friendly, there was car parking and it was within walking distance of the sea.
Other Comments
The number of things wrong/ not working/ broken with the room and the food apart from breakfast. On arrival there was a hole in the wall behind the door which was stuffed with a tissue - it was never taken away. The main light bulb did not work, the socket for the kettle and TV was clearly away from the wall with a hole at the side big enough to be able to push things into. I think this was dangerous. The plug in the handbasin let water through at such a rate that the tap had to be turned on all the time to keep water in the bowl. There were lots of small flies in the bathroom all trying to get behind or come out of the unit directly behind the toilet. The noise of the macerator was very disturbing. Any food we ordered apart from breakfast was disappointing.
Ruth
10 Oct, 2018
Basingstoke, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location
Other Comments
Good staff, nice rooms, but the room cleaning could be better, dust on skirtings, hair on bathroom floor.
Also if you got down to breakfast at 9:20 there was little left to eat!
Thelma
09 Oct, 2018
Carnforth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good food and friendly relaxed atmosphere close to many attractions
Stephen
09 Oct, 2018
Wigan, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location was fab and great view. Room was comfortable. Food was good and people were friendly. I would go back actually!
Mehmoona
09 Oct, 2018
Birmingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Relaxing, dog free, spotlessly clean
Ifor
08 Oct, 2018
Teignmouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast
Other Comments
We were given an upper floor room in the outbuilding to the rear of the hotel. Whilst it was small, it was clean with everything you need in it. We had a view overlooking the high street, the castle and the sea. My wife and I enjoyed our stay at the Lion and wouldn't hesitate to go back. I never recommend Hotels as what suits me may not suit someone else. Thanks for a pleasant stay.
Leonard
07 Oct, 2018
Ormskirk, UK
Enjoyed Most
Ideal location for exploring, good, clean accommodation with excellent breakfast and decent bar food
Michael
07 Oct, 2018
Witney, UK
Enjoyed Most
The food was very good and with a good choice
Clifford
06 Oct, 2018
Cambridge, UK
Other Comments
Convenient friendly hotel. Good breakfast, lots of fresh fruit as well as the usual cereal, porridge and cooked breakfast. We ate here for our evening meals on 2nights and enjoyed both meals. Friendly staff and a good fun quiz night which made our visit very sociable. Great location for coastal walks.
cynthia
05 Oct, 2018
Oswestry, UK
Other Comments
Value for money. Staff friendly and accommodating. Meals in the bar plentiful.
Robert
05 Oct, 2018
Cheadle, UK
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful breakfast
Other Comments
Helpful staff
Tina
04 Oct, 2018
Chorley, UK
Other Comments
Because of the age of the hotel, the noises of footsteps etc from the room above were intrusive at times.
David
04 Oct, 2018
Southport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location and traditional hotel.
ALISON
03 Oct, 2018
Altrincham, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location
Other Comments
The staff were all friendly and helpful
Alexander
03 Jul, 2018
Wirral, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff made it a really enjoyable stay, especially the reception staff who were very helpful
Other Comments
One sticking point was the shower, didn't work as it should have. Apparently it was known about from a comment by the previous guest, but was not told to us on booking in. Only told about it on our comment to staff. So if it isn't fixed the incoming guests need a heads up otherwise it could cause a problem with not being able to correctly regulate the temp. Otherwise it was a really enjoyable stay.
frank
02 Jul, 2018
Eccles Manchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect location for the beach & ideal for exploring the nearby countryside
Other Comments
Our room needed a better dust & clean.
Headboard & light fitting rather dusty!!!
Christine
29 Jun, 2018
Preston, UK
Enjoyed Most
We had a nice room with views to the castle and the sea beyond.
Joan
29 Jun, 2018
warrington, UK
Enjoyed Most
Coastal location within easy travelling distance to hill and beaches.
Michael
29 Jun, 2018
Kendal, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice staff - very friendly and welcoming.
Food was also consistently good.
Other Comments
Ear plugs in the bedroom - a good idea as walls were not very thick! Good thinking!
Mary
28 Jun, 2018
CongletonCongleton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Ideally located with beautiful scenic views of Snowdonia and Criccieth Castle. The staff are brilliant and the rooms clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Other Comments
All the staff were very helpful
David
27 Jun, 2018
Sheffield, UK
Enjoyed Most
nice clean room very good breakfast
HAZEL
25 Jun, 2018
Llanymynech, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good food good atmosphere
barbara
25 Jun, 2018
Telford, UK
Enjoyed Most
Criccieth is a lovely place to visit, and ideal a base for exploring the local area. The staff at the hotel were exceptionally polite and helpful.
Jeanine
19 Jun, 2018
Chester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great view from the room and lovely area to walk around.
Other Comments
All I would say is that the mattress had has its day and was slightly uncomfortable but after all the walking it didn't take me long to drop off!
Zoe
19 Jun, 2018
Chard, UK
Enjoyed Most
Two meals for one was nice and very good value, also staff were very friendly and helpful
Other Comments
Rooms a bit dated not much room to hang clothes. We were in the outbuilding on ground floor and the noise from room above was very loud, in saying that ear plugs were provided.
Catherine
18 Jun, 2018
Bristol, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice room,great view,good location
GARY
18 Jun, 2018
Porth, UK
Enjoyed Most
the hotel was refurbished in December 2017, so everywhere is fresh and new, staff are very friendly and helpful and hotel in great position, only 5 minute walk from the beach
Other Comments
car parking is limited and parking on street is also difficult, breakfast was luke warm owing to hotel using hotplate for cooked breakfast, also used by coach companies for coach holidays
bernard
17 Jun, 2018
tiptree, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location, room and food.
Gareth
17 Jun, 2018
Wrexham, UK
Enjoyed Most
VERY COMFORTABLE ROOM
Other Comments
Excellent breakfast
Philip
15 Jun, 2018
AMMANFORD, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were very good.
Peter & Jan
15 Jun, 2018
WIRRAL, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendliness of staff
janet
14 Jun, 2018
Gomersal, UK
Enjoyed Most
Relaxing atmosphere and very helpful, friendly staff. The breakfast and dinner were very good and the house wine was good value.
Jan
13 Jun, 2018
Glazebury, Warrington, UK
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast
John
11 Jun, 2018
Leigh, UK
Enjoyed Most
Customer service from staff was excellent
Other Comments
Staying in a hotel with young children is not easy but all the staff at the hotel made us feel so welcome and made our stay so easy. Would definitely recommend this hotel for family's
Jenny
11 Jun, 2018
Wrexham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good service in bar and restaurant
Other Comments
Nice bedroom with plenty of storage
william
09 Jun, 2018
Workington, UK
Enjoyed Most
Pleasant stay, staff helpful and good location
Other Comments
Helpful and friendly staff
08 Jun, 2018
Preston, UK
Enjoyed Most
Big room with fantastic sea view and great breakfast.
ian
07 Jun, 2018
Bolton, UK
Enjoyed Most
friendly staff
julie
05 Jun, 2018
Warwick, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location. It is an excellent base to walk the North wales coast and to visit local areas ie Portmadoc and Criccieth.
Other Comments
The breakfast had lots of choice and the evening meals were of good quality and value.
Colin
28 May, 2018
Ormskirk, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location
Stuart
26 May, 2018
Bolton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Helpful staff, comfortable room, good breakfast.
Other Comments
A very good deal I would recommend it to others.
Hilary
24 May, 2018
Birmingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very nice hotel in a lovely part of Wales
Other Comments
Staff we dealt with were all very nice
Michael
21 May, 2018
Manchester, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location, staff & service was first class and friendly
Other Comments
Good location for touring but enough locally for those wishing to take it easy - assuming the weather was good as it was for our trip.
John
21 May, 2018
Cheadle, UK
Enjoyed Most
The staff were brilliant.
Other Comments
It's just off the main street with good parking. Checked in early. There's a nice bar with real ales and good food. The room was a good size. It had a hairdryer and drink making facilities. It was pretty quiet in the room. It's not far from the beach. The scenery is beautiful. Staff were great. Highly recommended.
Jayne
21 May, 2018
Colne, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great breakfast, good choice of food. Beer garden as the weather was very hot.
Gordon
21 May, 2018
Macclesfield, UK
Enjoyed Most
Quality of hotel and location. Breakfast was good quality.
Ann
21 May, 2018
Billinge, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent food. Very nice surroundings. Very friendly staff. Internet throughout hotel.
Hilary
19 May, 2018
Leigh, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good breakfast. Friendly service.
Christine
19 May, 2018
Southport, UK
Enjoyed Most
The food. Good sized portions and freshly cooked. Good choice and quickly served.
Other Comments
All the staff were friendly and helpful. Great location, close to beach and castle.
The hotel could benefit from additional parking spaces.
Gillian
19 May, 2018
Hereford, UK
Enjoyed Most
The view from our room and the friendliness of the staff.
Other Comments
It is a nice peaceful area but within easy reach of sites of interest and walks.
Keith
19 May, 2018
Lancaster, UK
Other Comments
good food in bar beer reasonably priced
Terence
19 May, 2018
Stockport, UK
Enjoyed Most
location and very good breakfst
stephen
19 May, 2018
Liverpool, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good service. Nice food
Paul
18 May, 2018
Eccleshall, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff were all very friendly.
charles
18 May, 2018
Rhyl, UK
Enjoyed Most
friendly Staff , clean rooms
susan
17 May, 2018
Glossop, UK
Enjoyed Most
Nice room comfortable bed, great views from window, ensuite very clean.
Other Comments
Food was realy good, excellent bar. All round service was excellent.
E.W.
17 May, 2018
Ashton-under-Lyne, UK
Enjoyed Most
excellent breakfast........buffet style.......
Other Comments
we booked in at reception...no smiles!!!!then told to go outside and turn left??????we had no idea what we were looking for so we climbed the stairs outside into the carpark we hadnt a clue what we were looking for luckily a guest told us we were in a small two storey apartment block!!!!Totaly seperate from the hotel!!Small compact room with bath and tv....nice bedding and towels ...no complaints there.We ate in the evening in the bar...food was good but if the prices were more reasonable in the Restaurant we would have eaten there.Very good value for what we paid.......
Barbara
17 May, 2018
Gatley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food was excellent location was great staff at the bar were spot on
Dave
17 May, 2018
Montgomery, UK
Enjoyed Most
High Standards
Sandra
17 May, 2018
Chorley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Great location and food was really good.
Ian
16 May, 2018
Falkirk, UK
Other Comments
Carvery and breakfast excellent. I would have preferred the evening bar menu to include "light bites" and sandwiches rather than the restaurant meals.
martina
16 May, 2018
Llangollen, UK
Enjoyed Most
Perfect location and good room, very clean with a modern bathroom
Other Comments
Would like to take advantage of future deals to return to The Lion
Tracey
16 May, 2018
Teignmouth, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location
Kevin
16 May, 2018
Stalybridge, UK
Enjoyed Most
Its location, family run cosiness, low cost & comfort.
Other Comments
Looking forward to a return visit.
Carole
15 May, 2018
Shrewsbury, UK
Enjoyed Most
Everything was lovely, the room, the breakfast and the evening meal in the bar was excellent. Staff were very friendly and the hotel was lovely and clean.
Michael
15 May, 2018
Wallasey, UK
Other Comments
Room was comfortable, clean & spacious. Staff were very friendly & efficient. Limited parking within hotel & surrounding roads made it difficult to find a space at times, particularly in the evening.
Peter
14 May, 2018
Llandysul, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff are just lovely, professional yet friendly too.
wendy
13 May, 2018
Bolton, UK
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast
Other Comments
We really enjoyed our stay here, bed was comfy, room was clean, all staff very helpful and friendly
We ate in the restaurant and bar and both were really good, excellent breakfast as well
Philip
12 May, 2018
leyland lanks, UK
Enjoyed Most
The nice room and lovely view
Rosemary
12 May, 2018
Bury, UK
Enjoyed Most
The Lion Hotel was immaculate. Spotlessly clean and a very comfortable hotel. The staff were lovely and friendly and the food was excellent. The hotel was in a good position for beach and Main Street with shops and bars etc. We would go again
Most importantly was the ease of booking with Travelzoo. Please keep me informed of other holidays and thank you for arranging this one.
Ray
12 May, 2018
Stockport, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly atmosphere Food good.Location great- we had uninterrupted views of the castle,sea & mountains from our room?
Other Comments
It's a shame that dogs are no longer welcome because it is a wonderful area for walking,but we understand that people have abused this facility in the past.
Michael
12 May, 2018
Montgomery,Powys, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good breakfast with a wide range of cold and cooked foods.
Other Comments
The hotel is what I can best describe as a little dated. The spring bed uncomfortable, Make sure if you ask for a double bed you are not booked into one of the annex rooms, good view of the castle but rather compact
hywel
12 May, 2018
Wrexham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Everything was easy
Other Comments
Staff were really good throughout
Shirley
11 May, 2018
Bromley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very pleasant and relaxing stay.
Other Comments
We were very comfortable and the staff were excellent.
Susan
11 May, 2018
Birmingham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Good B&B location and offer. Plenty of parking space.
A D
09 May, 2018
TAMWORTH, UK
Enjoyed Most
The location is superb.... there are 2 restaurants around the corner an Asian fusion one and an Indian both were superb..
Other Comments
The room we were allocated was tiny , there was a fusty smell and the radiator was on high constantly... the mattress was old and like a trampoline sagging at the sidesThe room was described when we booked in as the cottages... they are far from a cottage they are in an annex with rooms at top and bottom we were on the top which was accessed by a metal staircase
David
05 May, 2018
Doncaster, UK
Enjoyed Most
Staff very helpful, friendly and obliging
Other Comments
Great 'base' for visiting other places of interest in Wales, especially Port Mention !
Judith
05 May, 2018
Oldham, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff, comfy beds, good shower. Good bar food.
Other Comments
Enjoyable stay
Sandra
03 May, 2018
Oldham, UK
Enjoyed Most
The friendly helpful staff and the good food .
Celia
01 May, 2018
Poulton-le-Fylde, UK
Enjoyed Most
Excellent large family sized room and bathroom. Beautiful views. Nice breakfast and helpful and polite staff.
Other Comments
Just very small fixable gripes. We were in large family room on 2nd floor. No blind on full length frosted window in bathroom, the snitch on Chubb lock on room door won’t lock from inside, and poor flush on loo, struggles to flush toilet paper. Sounding over critical but it really is a nice hotel.
Chris
01 May, 2018
Warrington, UK
Other Comments
Very noisy rooms but ear plugs were provided
Hazel
30 Apr, 2018
Bolton, UK
Enjoyed Most
LOCATION-STAFF VERY HELPFUL-GOOD BREAKFAST
30 Apr, 2018
Congleton, UK
Enjoyed Most
All perfect and friendly
Allan
30 Apr, 2018
Wirral, UK
Enjoyed Most
Location and staff.
Other Comments
The game pie in the restaurant was not good. Lump of skin and connective tissue combined with some chewy meat. Also, a pastry lid on a dish of meat is not a pie! The confit duck was very good, as was breakfast and a couple of lunches we had.
Carol
28 Apr, 2018
Southend-on-Sea, UK
Enjoyed Most
Food was good. Staff all seemed to pull together and work hard.
Sue
26 Apr, 2018
Walsall, UK
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable clean rooms, with plenty of space, a sea view and a great breakfast and lovely staff.
John
25 Apr, 2018
York, UK
Enjoyed Most
everything
Other Comments
great hotel lovely location
stephen
24 Apr, 2018
Buckley, UK
Enjoyed Most
Lovely, well equipped room. Excellent breakfast.
Other Comments
Only negative was the poor Freeview reception in the room.
MRS D E
23 Apr, 2018
Coventry, UK
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast and bar meals excellent, good position.
Peter
04 Apr, 2018
Wolverhampton, UK
Enjoyed Most
A comfortable room with friendly staff especially the maids. Good location for sea and shops.
Christina
19 Mar, 2018
Altrincham, UK
Enjoyed Most
The comfort and quality of the hotel and its staff
Other Comments
The Lion Hotel was a wonderful place to stay. The bedroom was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was superb and there was a well stocked bar.
dave
19 Mar, 2018
Walsall, UK
Enjoyed Most
the location was brilliant, and the food delicious
Susan
19 Mar, 2018
Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Other Comments
A pity that the restaurant was close as our meal in the bar left a little to be desired compared with other nearby establishments for a similar cost
Peter
13 Mar, 2018
Ilkeston, UK
Enjoyed Most
Very helpful and friendly staff. Spotlessly clean. Superb breakfast.
John
11 Mar, 2018
Preston, UK
Enjoyed Most
Comfortable accommodation with friendly staff. Quiet lounge & bar facilities.
Janet
11 Mar, 2018
Aberdare, UK
Enjoyed Most
Friendly helpfully staff good food
Andrew
08 Mar, 2018
Saint Austell, UK
