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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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Relax in a traditional space with a wooden chair, decorative table, and wall-mounted lamp.
Enjoy meals in this inviting dining area with a wooden table, comfortable chairs, and a warm atmosphere.
Cozy retreat with a comfortable bed, bedside tables, and a nightstand.
Experience the traditional English charm of The White Lion Inn, where a welcoming entrance and resident magician await.
Bathroom features a bathtub, potted plant, and towel rack.

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
  • Oakham Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Rutland Water Country Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, wall-mounted lamp, and framed artwork.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

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

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Cozy retreat with a headboard, bedside table, and framed artwork.

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Restful retreat with a neatly made bed, wooden headboard, and bedside table.

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

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

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Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside tables, and a comfortable chair, set against a floral wallpaper backdrop.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

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

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Experience comfort and tranquility in this thoughtfully designed room, featuring a neatly made bed and convenient amenities.

Standard Suite, Ensuite

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

About the neighborhood

Oakham

The White Lion Inn places you within a 10-minute drive of Stapleford Park Golf Course and Oakham Castle. 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 - 4.8 miles
  • Rutland Water Country Park - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Rutland Water Nature Reserve - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Barnsdale Gardens - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grainstore Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Captain Noel Newton - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red India - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Marston's Old Buttercross - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬8 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.

Languages

English

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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
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 Barnsdale Gardens. You'll also find Twinlakes Park and Rutland Water Country Park nearby.

How much does it cost to stay at The White Lion Inn?

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The White Lion Inn on Aug 19, 2025 start from $123.31, 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.

Will I be able to park 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 a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this inn, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The White Lion Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The White Lion Inn.

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.

The White Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 293 out of 399 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 399 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 399 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 399 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 399 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

graham

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

Warm and friendly

A pleasant stay with a warm comfortable room. Friendly staff and a very good restaurant. We look forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Lovely pub . Friendly staff and great food.

Would definitely recommend if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andy

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

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

White Lion was brilliant.

Brilliant stay and food. We had our dog with us and they could not have been more dog friendly. We had an evening meal and it was excellent, best cheesecake ever!! All staff were friendly and helpful, could not recommend this pub enough.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was amazing, all the staff were excellent and very friendly. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Valerie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old fashioned pub with pretty hanging baskets . Our room was large and nicely furnished . The bed was one of the most comfortable we have ever slept on and the ensuite had a bath and shower which was fantastic . We couldn't fault the fish and chips that we had in their restaurant and there were 3 choices of real ale on handpump , which made us happy. Breakfast was served between 7.30 and 9.30 and was excellent. The only downside was the road noise in the morning , but we will be happy to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024