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The White Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Oakham with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Restaurant
Standard Single Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
Bar (on property)
Standard Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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38 Main Street, Whissendine, Oakham, England, LE15 7ET
  • Place, Stapleford Park Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Oakham Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Rutland Water Nature Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Oakham

The White Lion Inn places you within a 10-minute drive of Stapleford Park Golf Course and Rutland County Museum. This 8-room, 3-star inn has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Stapleford Park Golf Course - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Oakham Castle - 8 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Rutland County Museum - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Rutland Water Country Park - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Oakham Station - 12 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Captain Noel Newton (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Grainstore Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old Buttercross - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪White Lion Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The White Lion Inn

Inn in Oakham with free breakfast and a restaurant
The White Lion Inn features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide luggage storage. Additional amenities include wedding services and a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in ends at on 5 PM on Mondays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Property payment types

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

White Lion Inn Oakham
White Lion Oakham
The White Lion Inn Inn
The White Lion Inn Oakham
The White Lion Inn Inn Oakham

Frequently asked questions

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

This inn is located in Oakham, close to Stapleford Park Golf Course, Oakham Castle, and Twinlakes Park. Rutland County Museum is also within a driving distance of 5 mi.

Is parking available on site at The White Lion Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The White Lion Inn include a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The White Lion Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The White Lion Inn good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and wedding services at this inn.

Does The White Lion Inn have a hot tub?

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

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

Yes, The White Lion Inn serves free breakfast from its restaurant.

Does The White Lion Inn have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The White Lion Inn?

The closest major airport to The White Lion Inn is Nottingham (NQT), which is 22.6 mi away (49 minutes by car). Another top airport is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is around 24.4 mi away.

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

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

Does The White Lion Inn have a wedding venue?

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

Reviews

The White Lion Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 406 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 406 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 406 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 406 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 406 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris the owner always makes you feel welcome. Dining in the pub is always a tasty experience, as is the selection of ales on the bar. Rooms are tasteful in good shape, and comfortable. Parking is easy, great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay with very welcoming staff. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great

Great stay , only small issue was a very hot bedroom but small window opened which helped slightly . We stayed monday night so no food available but breakfast on tuesday was excellent. Would recommend and would stay again if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Victoria

Disliked: Staff & service
Very hostile welcome will return to area but not accommodate. Very rude , looked down on you but quick to take your money and just not welcoming , felt it was an effort for them to be polite. Very dated room for what I paid considering where I stayed previously in comparison. Certainly not child friendly that’s a lie on the website and the breakfast lady was just rude.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

A J

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

Fabulous stay!

A fab one night stay! Great food, lovely spacious room and gorgeous location next to the river. Staff were all friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

little gem

needed a stopover after a trip to nottingham and found this on hotels.co. great find , great food and good price , will use again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, friendly staff. Beautiful attractive pub, with great amenities. Excellent food. Easy to park. Great ales! Lovely owners. Would definitely stay there again if we're in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good food, comfortable room, great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

maxine

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

Highly recommended

Absolutely gorgeous find, the owner is welcoming & extremely hospitable. Room was outstanding would definitely recommend to eat here. Even made us a breakfast pack up. Only slight point was the noise but to be expected as we were above the bar … but don’t let that put you off. Superb stay highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a good base for the surrounding area. It was very clean and the staff were lovely and helpful. I've given it 4 stars on facilities because our room was quite small and didn't have a lot of room to manoevre around. Also we didn't realise when we booked that the pub didn't do food on the Sunday or Monday evenings and the bar closed early too. Overall a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Worth staying

Had a fabulous evening and night. The staff were friendly and welcoming. The accommodation a food very good overall. We were gloriously entertained throughout the evening by Chris and wonderful magic and card tricks. The location and village is charming and we were made welcome by locals. Overall a lovely time had
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like absolutely everything. Great hosts, nothing too much trouble. Clean, beautiful room quiet and spacious. Great food choice in the restaurant with very attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanti

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Good old fashioned country village pub

Good old fashioned pub with accommodation. Friendly and polite staff Great breakfast and had excellent evening meal on one night of our two night stay. Rooms clean and comfortable. We have stayed here before and will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Lovely quintessential English pub

A warm, friendly welcome in lovely surroundings with a restaurant and excellent food. Staff all friendly and helpful with no stress and all very accommodating. The room was pleasant and all wonderfully clean and well appointed with towels, hairdryer, water, hot drinks and biscuits.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Lovely night away

Friendly family run pub. Lovely food and real ales.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed on a routine trip to Melton Mowbray. The White Lion was reasonably priced, warm and comfortable, with WiFi that worked well enough for me to work using Teams. The owners and their staff were friendly and helpful. The English breakfast was cooked to perfection and as it was included in the price just making it very good value. I travel every week, and it is nice to find a warm room as well as a warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025