The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

3.0 star property
Tudor inn in Shrewsbury with a 24-hour front desk

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Denensis Suite  | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Point of interest
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1UY
  • Henry Tudor House
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • St. Mary's Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Old Market Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬

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Room options

Standard Twin Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Shrewsbury

The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury places you next to Henry Tudor House and St Alkmond's Church. The 59 rooms at this 3-star inn include coffee makers and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Henry Tudor House - 1 min walk
  • Shrewsbury Abbey - 6 min walk
  • The Quarry Park - 7 min walk
  • Shrewsbury Castle - 8 min walk
  • Attingham Park - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station - 8 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Camellias Tea Rooms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪House of Grain - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Three Fishes Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nags Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cromwell's Tap House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

Tudor inn in Shrewsbury with a 24-hour front desk
Guests of The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is available for GBP 5.00 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a ballroom and wedding services.
TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are also standard.

Languages

English, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Welsh

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per night)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1600
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 5.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

This inn is located in Shrewsbury, just steps from Henry Tudor House and St Alkmond's Church, and within a short walk of Shrewsbury Abbey. You'll also find Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery and The Quarry Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 5.00 per night.

Does The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury good for couples?

Amenities at this inn that appeal to couples include wedding services and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury.

Does The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury if that's in your vacation plans.

The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 403 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 189 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Diane

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We liked the friendly staff ,but it really needs to have a refresh ,looks really tired
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Beryl-Anne

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
We were shocked to see no bar or restaurant open at this hotel. Very limited staff. Room curtains ripped. Apparently they have no drinks licence holder at present. Would like to of been made aware of this before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose this hotel because of it's location and history. The Lion certainly did not disappoint us! Wonderfully old and worn, thoroughly as we expected, loved it! Room was clean, warm and the beds extremely comfortable. Breakfast the following morning was plentiful and cooked beautifully. Staff very polite and helpful. If I needed to stay over again in the stunning town, I would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ezra Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room and reception staff were lovely but unfortunately when we went for breakfast there was no staff around to ask for a cooked breakfast, to then be told after we had been sat for upwards of half an hour that the kitchen was closed and they are no longer serving hot food. we were down with plenty of time but due to no staff around it left a bit of a sour taste about the experience. we would visit again and hopefully this doesn't happen to others
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lins

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a 1600 inn so floors creak and are uneven. It looks a bit tired but is being updated. The staff more than make up for that. They a friendly and very helpful. Though the restaurant was shut but breakfast was excellent. Well worth a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unflappable hospitality
Very friendly and welcoming staff in a hotel that's perfectly positioned in the totally wonderful town (a new discovery for me) of Shrewsbury. A thoroughly enjoyable stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ivor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lion hotel stay.
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and had a very comfortable bed. Had a good selection of different food for breakfast. Over all, very happy with my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommended
Nice room, comfy bed and very welcoming reception staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Super balue for money Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in central location
Very nice hotel, full of character. My single room was warm, comfortable, and quiet. I was only staying for one night, and I wanted to park my car until late in evening. The hotel allowed me to use their car park at no extra charge, even though check-out was by 11:00, which was a nice gesture. Breakfast was delicious, and was served promptly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Liked staff, breakfast, historic buildings and proximity to town centre. Didn't like number of stairs and distance to room. No bar and other than for breakfast no restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

frank

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
great value
ideally situated in the center of town, plenty of restaurants, pubs, good shopping. car parking on site ,£5 per night, great value. Rooms were spacious, warm and very comfortable, decor typical of the age of the property. excellent value for money with a cooked English breakfast included. Web site needs updating, no bar, no restaurant but plenty of choice in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

The big bbq

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the vintage character of the building parking facility was excellent. Room was spacious and clean. My only negative was the sound of running water all night from behind a boxed in pipe. Being in the top floor in room 323 I Believe there is a storage tank in the attic or similar...Try and avoid this room, as its also hard work on the legs, with 3 flights of stairs. Apart from these few things i loved the place along with my Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
It is a good location for Shrewsbury town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room for improvement
A comfortable bed and a spacious room but the bathroom needed a few fixes- the toilet handle was loose and the shower head was loose. The tv was tiny and at the furthest corner of the room from the bed. Only one chair at the table instead of two and the WiFi was rather slow.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Les

Could be a really lovely hotel if it had some money spent on a refurb. Lots of antique features in the property but very musty feel to the place. The threadbare carpets in the common areas don’t help - the same in the bedrooms. Very dated dark wood furniture also along with a small tv in my room. WiFi and phone reception was also poor. Old window frames don’t look as though they’ve been cleaned for years. On the plus side, the staff were lovely, the location is excellent being right in the middle of town and the breakfast was really good. Parking a doddle on site. For the price I suppose it’s reasonable to expect some areas that need improvement, it’s just a shame more could not be done to bring the hotel up to a more acceptable standard.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heulwen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was very clean & comfortable, the staff were very friendly & helpful . Breakfast was very tasty & varied , plenty of choices & served fast & hot .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024