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White Lion Royal Hotel

3.5 star property
Beach hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Eryri National Park

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Executive Double Room | Bed sheets, alarm clocks
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Interior
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

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High Street, Bala, Bala, Wales, LL23 7AE
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Llyn Tegid
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bala Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Bed sheets, alarm clocks

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed sheets, alarm clocks

Family Room (3 Adults)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (4 Poster Bed)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Bed sheets, alarm clocks

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Bala

White Lion Royal Hotel places you within a 5-minute walk of Llyn Tegid and Maes Tegid. This 26-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Llyn Tegid - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Maes Tegid - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bala Lake - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bala Lake Railway - Bala Station - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Betws-Y-Coed Station - 31 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Y Cyfnod Cafe & Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bulls Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bryntirion Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Henry Robertson Dining Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Y Badell Aur - ‬2 min walk

About this property

White Lion Royal Hotel

Beach hotel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Eryri National Park
White Lion Royal Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a banquet hall and a TV in a common area.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find LCD TVs. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and hair dryers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Royal White Lion
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White Lion Royal Bala
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White Lion Royal Hotel Bala, Wales
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at White Lion Royal Hotel?

White Lion Royal Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of White Lion Royal Hotel?

This hotel is located in Bala, just steps from Llyn Tegid and Maes Tegid, and within a short walk of Eryri National Park. You'll also find Bala Lake and Bala Lake Railway - Bala Station less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at White Lion Royal Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does White Lion Royal Hotel include a casino?

No, White Lion Royal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at White Lion Royal Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at White Lion Royal Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a bar and a restaurant.

Does White Lion Royal Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does White Lion Royal Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, White Lion Royal Hotel serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will White Lion Royal Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at White Lion Royal Hotel for a fee of GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at White Lion Royal Hotel?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at White Lion Royal Hotel?

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

White Lion Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 372 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jolyon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff. Warm in the room and bathroom. A powerful modern shower. Nice toiletries. A hairdryer. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, water. A comfortable bed with high quality bedlinen, soft towels. We did not have breakfast, but it is available for £10.Bala lake is not far, we had breakfast in The Loch cafe - recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Car parking onsite super as arrived late Had attic room but it was good, and not tiny as expected for single room, would have liked a small chair but just sat on the bed - no big deal.. Would have liked true coffee packet and asked for swop decaffinated one but they had none despite extensive looking - offered for me to have breakfast coffee in lieu. Ideal place en route for me, welcome super and old worlds Hotel wonderful, thank you very much .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were good, rooms are decent and they’re great with dogs in the bar, restaurant and hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gemma, Loughborough

Business traveler
We had an event cancelled by a local venue 24 hours prior to check in due to a very sad and unexpected death, so understandably we didn't fancy driving 4 hours for no reason. Spoke to a lady on the phone at the hotel who said they can't process refunds as Expedia manage everything, but agreed to it if Expedia could do that. They absolutely could but during this process Malady, the hotel supervisor ultimately declined to offer a refund. This is such a sad and exceptional circumstance that I am now out of pocket for, because they seem more interested in lining their pockets than showing compassion.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
We didn’t eat there but the room was clean and cosy , staff friendly all good 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic stay but did not make it clear that the tea/coffee/ cereal etc was free and we paid for the cooked food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a comfy one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not for those with limited mobility it’s a very old property but lovely and clean and warm and central
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROOMANA, Bowdon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large; good view; large ensuite; super clean; lots of teas and coffees. I didn't have breakfast. I had evenjng meal: good portion; v. pleasant staff. Had a lovely time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel for business use.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bar fine.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Just

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hi great quality roon and service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff and location was great but walls in between rooms are a bit thin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our time in Bala was brilliant and the White Lion Royal Hotel was wonderful. Chris greeted us and immediately helped us with a flat tire situation. Jenene served us two delicious meals from their cafe. This 600 year old historic hotel is cared for well. Our bathroom was updated and the bed was very comfortable. Five stars all around!
All signage is in English and Welsh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Had to search out parking in town. Room comfortable and bathroom very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Bedrooms were clean but needed some tlc. We were woken by the beer delivery on Wednesday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stopped here before so i new what to expect drink and food average prices, staff where friendly and helpful has always.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
parking a bit awkward with the size of the cars these day not that it bothered m e a lot plenty of parking around the town
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Nice clean room, and comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived from London on the motorcycle and had a warm welcome with a lovely comfortable bed and a very good bathroom with a top class shower. Sadly I arrived too late for their delicious menu as the kitchen closes early on Sunday. But I will be back very soon as I have moved near Chester and Bala is only miles away. Highly recommended. Cheers! John.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

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

Good Hotel and restaurant

Large historical building. Friendly, efficient service. Large bedroom, clean, but didn't sleep because room was so uncomfortably hot! Radiators off and fan provided which had on all night which was noisy but couldnt understand why so hot. Slept on top of covers as so hot. However, breakfast lovely and evening meal was exceptional. Convenient, good parking at back and good atmosphere. Would stay again but different room. Not room 108. It was a rainy day so couldnt imagine if a hot day. I think they would have accommodated us if we had told staff but we only stayed for one night after moving daughter into university.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025