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The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant

3.5 star property
Inn in Wimborne with a coffee shop and free breakfast

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Premier Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Luxury Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Terrace/patio
British cuisine

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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23 West Street, Wimborne, England, BH21 1JS
  • Place, Wimborne Model Town
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tivoli Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wimborne Minster
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

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

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Premier Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Luxury Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Double Room

  • 14 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Wimborne

The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant places you next to Wimborne Model Town and within a 5-minute walk of Priest's House Museum and Garden. This 10-room, 3.5-star inn has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Wimborne Model Town - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tivoli Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Priest's House Museum and Garden - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wimborne Minster - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Olive Branch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Butchers Dog - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Piazzo Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kings Head Hotel - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant

Inn in Wimborne with a coffee shop and free breakfast
Guests staying at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, desks, and free tea bags/instant coffee are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Minster Arms Inn Wimborne
Minster Arms Inn
Minster Arms Wimborne
Minster Arms
The Minster Arms
The Lion Pub & Restaurant Inn
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Inn
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Wimborne
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Inn Wimborne

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

This inn is located in Wimborne, just steps from Wimborne Minster and Wimborne Model Town, and within a short walk of Priest's House Museum and Garden. You'll also find Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Kingston Lacy House within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

No, there isn't parking at this inn.

Does The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant good for couples?

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

Does The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant have a hot tub?

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

Does The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant.

Does The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

The closest major airport to The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 8.4 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is around 29.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant.

The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 251 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Rooms looked stunning on the site but in reality they were not up to expectation. It had Sash windows that didn’t close properly, my room (lulworth cove) was on the main road and so noisey I had to sleep with ear plugs in. The bathroom might as well been a wet room as the water from shower just flooded over the shower tray onto the floor. The old fashioned style toilet system didn’t flush the toilet properly and had water running down the drop pipe. Breakfast wasn’t served until 8:00, so didn’t have that. The mattress was way too soft for my liking. Staff were friendly enough on arrival. I couldn’t see any on site parking that was listed on the Expedia listing , so parked in a nearby car park. So overall it was not my best experience for a night away on business.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

Lovely hotel, great food

A last minute booking but we weren't disappointed. Tastefully decorated, clean bedroom, spacious bathroom. No onesite parking but there is a carpark right across the road.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Wonderful!

Just lovely! Cute, quirky, dark and cozy. Best bed and amazing breakfast. Staff superb too! Great solo stay... huge thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Catching up with an old school friend, clean tidy room and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Norman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the hotel was fine. What needs to be made clearer is that the car park is actually a Dorset Council run pay and display between 8am and 6pm. Also the hotel is on a busy junction in Wimborne and is noisy at the peak hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome and service by the owner. Cosy, clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

my stay

very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness

Overall not too bad

Our overall stay was great, however , we had issues with several things in the room, the shower door did not close, the lighting was extremely poor, the dispensers in the bathroom didn’t work and our kettle was filthy. The room was clean and newly refurbished and the tea and bottled water was plentiful. The breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Trefor the manager was great. Very helpful and kind. Nothing was too much trouble. The room was bright and clean. The facilities were great. The bed was comfortable. The bar and restaurant were nice and I enjoyed the live music and quiz night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome, good clean room with all toiletries, water, coffee etc. couldn’t fault it and would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara

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

Lovely place

Perfect for my 2 night business trip. Lovely food, great room, friendly staff. Will definitely be coming back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

8/10 Good

Julian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Lion Hotel was a pleasure to stay in. Clearly recently decorated to a high standard the quality of materials used were also reflected in the way the bedrooms were furnished and clean crisp linen on comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room very comfortable staff warm welcoming and friendly would definitely stay again and highly recommend 😀
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

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

Anniversary stay

Gorgeous hotel, lovely large room. Great facilities and lovely staff. Early awakening from washing machine and deliveries - understandable. Will be returning again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

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

8/10 Good

Howard

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Needs new beds

Sorry to say this but we had a great room, suite I think, but the let down was the bed. The mattress was completely collapsed and we had a very uncomfortable night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

The best

Absolutely stunning staff first class and an absolutely lovely building, will definitely be returning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is one of the most charming English places I have stayed. We only stayed here because we wanted to go to renoufs but we will definitely be back !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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