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The Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Inn in Cheltenham with a restaurant and a bar

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Lunch and dinner served
Exclusive Room | Living area | TV
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Luxury Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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37 North Street, Cheltenham, England, GL54 5PS
  • Place, Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Belas Knap
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sudeley Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Exclusive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Cheltenham

The Lion Inn places you next to Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Belas Knap. This 9-room, 4-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Belas Knap - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St Peter's Church Winchcombe - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sudeley Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The King's Head - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Prestbury - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jai Ho Restaurant - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Lion Inn

Inn in Cheltenham with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at The Lion Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. Helpful staff can provide concierge services 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 picnic area and a ballroom.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport down comforters. Coffee makers are also included.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 4 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Ballroom
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 4 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Old White Lion Cheltenham
Old White Lion Inn Cheltenham
Lion Inn Cheltenham
Lion Cheltenham
The Lion Inn Inn
The Lion Inn Cheltenham
The Lion Inn Inn Cheltenham

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Lion Inn?

The Lion Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to The Lion Inn?

This inn is located in Cheltenham and just steps from Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and Belas Knap. You'll also find Sudeley Castle and Prescott Speed Hill Climb within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Lion Inn?

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

Does The Lion Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Lion Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Lion Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Lion Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a down comforter as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Lion Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does The Lion Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Lion Inn serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Lion Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Lion Inn for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Lion Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How close is the airport from The Lion Inn?

The closest major airport to The Lion Inn is Oxford (OXF), which is about 29.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Lion Inn?

No, at The Lion Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 122 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful! Exceptional stay! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and lovely service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay. Room was a little small but it was booked last minute. Food was brilliant in the restaurant for dinner and breakfast. All staff were amazing, especially Karyn who .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at The Lion Inn in Winchcombe! Super convenient location with easy parking, delicious on site dining, and walkable to shopping, trails, the castle and more!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub with great food and excellent staff. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the Cotswolds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone there did what we did and had their suitcases transported separately so they could hike Cotswold Way. Excellent vegan options for dinner and breakfast. Free drink upon arrival. Walking distance to Cotswold Way, the castle, and all downtown shops.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita, Antioch

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with wonderful customer service !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant 2 night stay. Owners were very friendly and welcoming. Food in the restaurant was very good. Rooms had been updated and were done to a high standard. Our room did become a little hot due to a sunny day and just windows to allow in the air. Breakfasts were excellent but at busy times I felt for the staff as they were definitely stretched though they did their utmost to keep everything going. Well done to them. We would stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely Fantastic!!

Had the most wonderful night at the Lion hotel winchcombe. All the staff were lovely and our room was outstanding! Breakfast was delicious too! Really looking forward to our dinner with friends on Wednesday ! Well done to all
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful Inn we will definitely be badk
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely room - cute with sloping ceiling and nice touches. We had dinner in the pub that was excellent with great service. Breakfast was good - one course - would have been nice if there had been a cereal / yogurt and fruit option to start with, service at breakfast was a little slow - initially to be acknowledged and then served - we were the only people in the pub for breakfast. There was a problem with the shower - too hot / too cold and would not turn off. Told staff to be told there was a problem in the other rooms and the switches weren’t very good - which was a bit disappointing as it suggested they were aware. But overall evening meal and service more than made up for some slight disappointments.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Poor stay in the Lion Inn Winchcombe.

Didn’t sleep due to noise coming from the kitchen room 4 and the shower didn’t work and was dangerous.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, coventry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very beautiful Cotswolds pub. Lovely walks around the area and great eateries. Pub food was great and accommodation amazing value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place with character, warm welcome and good food. Extra plus for warm bathrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Tasteful decor, quality tea coffee set up ( French press, lavazza coffee). Staff were very responsive and helpful when we needed to change our reservation. Very good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not good

Don’t book this place to stay if you want to eat as well they will not have a table for you unless you book a month ahead
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay..friendly people...great location

Great stay, perfect pub with rooms for a trips to Cheltenham. Great location, village and setting
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly and comfortable stay

The team at the Lion in Winchcombe provide a warm welcome, complemented by a clean and comfortable room. I look forward to staying again next month.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rupert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The lion inn

Lovely room and great location. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great food and an amazing bfast. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not a bargain at 1/2 the price

To be fair the restaurant and bar were very good. Hotel? Very noisy. If you want to stay up late, close the bar and are a heavy sleeper then this place is for you. Original room was above the kitchen. A fan or pump went on and off all day and most of the night. Changed rooms and the restaurant and bar noise was bad until late. It was a weekend. Due to downgrade of room when we moved a partial refund was promised. Not received nor communication returned since. Obviously not recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024