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Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

3.0 star property

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 restaurants; lunch and dinner served
2 restaurants; lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Y Maes, Criccieth, Wales, LL52 0AA
  • Place, Criccieth Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Criccieth
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite Apartment with Castle View | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Studio Suite Apartment with Castle View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Signature Apartment | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Signature Apartment

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Deluxe Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Criccieth

Criccieth Castle is a short stroll from Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments, and other popular attractions like Black Rock Sands are within a few miles (5 km). This 46-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Criccieth Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Criccieth - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Eryri National Park - 19 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Caernarfon Castle - 33 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 57 min drive - 38.0 miles

Getting around

  • Criccieth Station - 4 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Fleece Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dylan’s Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cadwalladers Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coast House - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

Guests of Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a garden. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
32-inch LED TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Electric kettles, phones, and free tea bags/instant coffee are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Exterior
Golden Fleece Inn Tremadog
Porthmadog
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 244 reviews
$102 nightly
The price is $123
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Golden Fleece Inn Tremadog

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Llewely Restaurant
  • The Mane Place Bar
  • The Ruby Room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 per person

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Lion Hotel Criccieth
Lion Criccieth
The Lion Hotel
Lion And Studio Apartments
Lion Hotel Studio Apartments
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Hotel
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Criccieth
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Hotel Criccieth

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments on Jun 15, 2026 start from $111, 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.

What is there to do close to Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

This hotel is located in Criccieth, a short 6-minute walk from Criccieth Castle and also 10 minutes on foot from Cardigan Bay. Lloyd George Museum is also within a driving distance of 1.7 mi.

Is there parking available at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments feature a casino at the property?

No, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as 2 restaurants and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

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

Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments.

Are there connecting rooms at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments that offer a balcony.

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 340 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHI MING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great hotel, quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff amazing / room spotless / warm cozy /
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with views, friendly staff and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel good food and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Good room with nice view, helpful staff, lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic value for money, superb breakfast, friendly bar, reception and breakfast staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stay was great, first day had some hiccups, but the staff managed to get it sorted. We enjoyed the stay, close to the town, great location, ample parking, restaurant food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff at hotel. Upgraded our room FOC due to incorrect details on booking site used. Very helpful and understanding. Great service at breakfast and evening restaurant. Lovely location in a nice quiet village
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

sandra

Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed in room 4 which was clean and spacious. The staff were so accommodating and pleasant with great service for breakfast and evening meal. Really nice food and the Poretti on draught was spot on. thank you stuart
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Good clean room helpfull friendly staff good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as expected. Spacious room and bathroom. And clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convenient and staff very helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good breakfast, a coyple of isdues with cleanliness of room but not to much of an issue, a lot of noise from upstairs room but overall a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff. Hotel had adequate facilities for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marta

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We choosed the room with see view , we had view for car parks . I would say it was more hostel than hotel standards room . Wasn't quiet, we heard all moves, talks from room above us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Lovely hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night but was impressed by the cleanliness and the fact that they seem to be upgrading the hotel. My room was large and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ka Yee Manda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, staff is helpful and nice, the food is unexpected good. We will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel but tastefully restored. Great location and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Welcoming & very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff attentive to detail,breakfast choice and cooking excellent. Free Parking available. Genuine sea views. Excellent value. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have enjoyed the stay there and the room was just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022