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The Sun Hotel & Bar

3.5 star property
Inn in Lancaster with a restaurant and a bar

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Terrace/patio
Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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63-65 Church Street, Lancaster, England, LA1 1ET
  • Lancaster Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Williamson Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Lancaster University
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 390 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Twin Room | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lancaster

The Sun Hotel & Bar places you next to Judges' Lodgings and Cottage Museum. This 16-room, 3.5-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Lancaster Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Theater - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Williamson Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lancaster Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lancaster University - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 6 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bella Italia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bombay Balti Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Study Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Crafty Scholar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Sun Hotel & Bar

Inn in Lancaster with a restaurant and a bar
At The Sun Hotel & Bar, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and express check-out. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Ironing boards are also included. Change of towels is available on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sun Hotel & Bar

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1681
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 12.0 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 5 to 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 12.0 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services.

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 smoke detector and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Sun Bar Lancaster
Sun Hotel & Bar
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Sun Hotel Bar Lancaster
Sun Hotel Bar
The Sun Hotel Bar
The Sun Hotel & Bar Inn
The Sun Hotel & Bar Lancaster
The Sun Hotel & Bar Inn Lancaster

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

The Sun Hotel & Bar provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

As of Jun 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sun Hotel & Bar on Jul 6, 2025 start from $108.73, excluding 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 can I see near The Sun Hotel & Bar?

This inn is located in Lancaster, just steps from Lancaster Castle and Judges' Lodgings, and within a short walk of Lancaster City Museum. You'll also find Williamson Park and Grand Theater less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

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

Does The Sun Hotel & Bar feature a casino at the property?

No, The Sun Hotel & Bar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and espresso makers.

Does The Sun Hotel & Bar have a hot tub?

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

Does The Sun Hotel & Bar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Sun Hotel & Bar serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge on weekday mornings at Sun Hotel & Bar.

Will The Sun Hotel & Bar allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Sun Hotel & Bar.

Are there connecting rooms at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Sun Hotel & Bar.

The Sun Hotel & Bar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 252 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GARETH

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

10/10 Excellent

M J Hughes

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looking forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

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

A wonderful place to stay

We were greeted on arrival by a very welcoming young lady who checked us in and showed us to our room. Room was spotless and beautifully decorated. Stayed to eat some lunch, service was friendly and efficient. After a wander round Lancaster, back to our room for showers and a change. Bathroom was clean, toiletries to hand and enough towels for the two of us. We had a quick drink before heading off for our evening meal, the bar was busy but didn’t have to wait very long. On checkout the following morning, we were asked how our stay was and wished well. Couldn’t have asked for anything more, we felt welcome and enjoyed our stay very much.
View from our room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and cosy double room, 7 min walk from the railway station and restaurants in close walking distance. Good location for the town centre, museums and castle. Friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion

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

Top notch in every way

Lovely hotel. Room was comfortable and I really liked the bar downstairs. We had dinner and breakfast in bar. Lots of options and both excellent. Staff are friendly and helpful. Thi is my favourite place to stay in Lancaster. Central and can walk to train station from it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed her a few times Love it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Super Sun Hotel

A very comfortable spacious room. All staff were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. Excellent central location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

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

6/10 Okay

Kim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was freezing cold and no matter what they trid to do with heating it would not warm up the room, I ended up buying a portalble electric heater. What wasnt mentioned about the hotel was you had to climb 6 flights of stairs to your room(no lifts available) and with us both having mobility issues it was really hard work
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was an issue, but that seems to be the norm on this trip to Cumbria. Otherwise, we loved the dining options, friendly staff and spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room and beds were comfortable. The location was great, a short walk from the train station and close to the Castle. The restaurant and bar downstairs were great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dan

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay with good dining. Lift would have made it easier, on site parking would make it a 5*.!.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Isobel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

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

10/10 Excellent

Stepan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

A hidden gem!

Great last minute booking, and what an unexpected delight! Staff were so friendly and helpful, room was comfortable and bright and spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, centrally located with lots of historic charm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Absolute gem!

Absolutely fabulous hotel and bar. The service was fantastic, everyone was friendly and cheerful. The room (superior double) was spacious, modern and spotless. Bathroom was lovely, with big walk-in shower (no bath). Breakfast was very good. The bar was a bonus, lots of local beers and open until 1am of a weekend - we didn't hear any noise from our room. We used Cable St. for Parking - a 4 minute walk, £14 for 24 hours -
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is quiet and well-maintained, right near the train station, the Lancaster Castle, and lots of downtown shops and restaurants. The food is tasty. There are a lot of steps into and out of the hotel spaces (and no lift). If you're up for that exercise, it is a charming place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024