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The Black Lion Hotel

Property class: 3

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A stone-walled interior with a bar area, wooden tables and chairs, and framed pictures on the walls.
A bed with a striped pillow, a wall-mounted lamp, and a thermostat.
A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and various bottles and glasses.
The exterior of the Black Lion Hotel with its name displayed prominently on the facade.
A modern bathroom with a herringbone tile wall, a freestanding bathtub, and a glass-enclosed shower area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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High Street, Cardigan, Wales, SA431HJ
  • Place, Cardigan Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardigan Guildhall Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Small World Theatre
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a striped pillow and a tufted headboard.

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

A neatly made bed with a striped pillow and a tufted headboard.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A neatly made bed with a striped pillow and a tufted headboard.

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Cardigan

The Black Lion Hotel places you next to Cardigan Castle and Cardigan Guildhall Market. This 14-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cardigan Castle - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cardigan Guildhall Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Small World Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Teifi Leisure Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Coach House Visitor Centre - 7 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Clunderwen Station - 29 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Pendre Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Grosvenor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shibwns - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Aberporth - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Watersedge Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Black Lion Hotel

Guests of The Black Lion Hotel have access to free WiFi in public areas. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
40-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Espresso makers, portable fans, and hair dryers are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant/Bar

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Black Lion Hotel ?

This hotel is located in Cardigan, just steps from Cardigan Castle and Cardigan Guildhall Market, and within a short walk of Small World Theatre. You'll also find Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and The Coach House Visitor Centre within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Lion Hotel ?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Lion Hotel on Nov 22, 2026 start from $119, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Black Lion Hotel ?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Black Lion Hotel feature a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Black Lion Hotel ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Black Lion Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a smart TV and an espresso maker as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Black Lion Hotel ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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

Yes, The Black Lion Hotel serves free full breakfasts at Restaurant/Bar each morning.

Does The Black Lion Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Black Lion Hotel .

Are there connecting rooms at The Black Lion Hotel ?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Black Lion Hotel ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Black Lion Hotel that offer a balcony.

The Black Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking a bit challenging but otherwise great location friendly staff and excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across the board this is a fab place to stay if visiting Cardigan. The service, the comfortable rooms and also the food were first class and I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a lovely double room, a very comfy bed and as it had been a warm day there was a decent fan in the room to cool it down The Welsh breakfast though was the best I've ever had, excellent quality food
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, great breakfast, staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy bed, lovely bathroom and set up very nicely. The team were really lovely too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really lovely stay over
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room very clean, staff were helpful and pleasant. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast excellent and different. Very clean rooms. Staff friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff where lovely. Room was very clean. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and nice room Excellent friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Room was spotless and staff were really freindly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staff , Anton and all the ladies were all helpful and polite , will stay there again at a drop of a hat Tracey and Sian in room 15
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the high street. Very comfortable and clean room. Nice breakfast. Ideal for an overnight like we did
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely room!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient communications and checking; pleasant and capable staff; convenient town centre location; free overnight street parking in front (and room for motorcycles on pavement); modern bathrooms; good restaurant food and drinks; wide range of breakfasts options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Great welcome and an un-planned early departure due to a family emergency meant i was going to miss breakfast....the lovely staff ensured i had a coffee to go and a bite to eat to take away. Many thanks, See you again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and our stay was perfect as was the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, particularly the breakfast Waitress. Recently refurbished and renovated.this pub with rooms above provides a great location for exploring southern Ceredigion and north Pembrokeshire. Food was good, sausages at breakfast were my personal favourite. Beers were good and although the pub seemed under used by locals. It is difficult to judge on a couple of mid week nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great to see that this fabulous Hotel has a new lease of Life in central Cardigan, tasteful refirbished, friendly staff, comfortable bed, great locally produced breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would highly recommend staying here, the staff were very friendly our room was lovely and spacious with a really nice bathroom and a good shower. If you don’t want a lot of stairs to climb then ask for rooms 1 to 7 as there were only one lot to climb. The breakfast was good, not a great deal to choose from but it was nice. The bar area was good and the drinks wasn’t that expensive, it’s in a good location on the high street with other bars and restaurants not too far away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful and friendly staff, great vegan breakfast, clean and inviting spacious room. Right in the centre of Cardigan and overnight parking in pay and display car park right behind it, just a £1 for overnight parking!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms to the High Street are exposed to weekend evening noise. Otherwise a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best breakfasts we have ever had. Very good premium ingredients.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Black Lion. From the moment we walked through the door, we were made welcome and the staff couldn't do enough for us. The room was tastefully decorated, specious and clean. The food served was delicious. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming, stylish and comfortable. Staff brilliant, breakfast great. 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025