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White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh

3.0 star property
Aldeburgh beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants and bar/lounge

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Relax by the sea at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh, where beachfront dining and stunning ocean views await. Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner at one of the two on-site restaurants serving delicious British cuisine. With free in-room WiFi, luggage storage and multilingual staff ensure a seamless stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Digital TV service
  • Bathrobes
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free self parking
$159 nightly
The total price is $191
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Standard Double Room, City View | City view

Standard Double Room, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room, City View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 54 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, England, IP15 5BJ

What's nearby

  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Moot Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Aldeburgh Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Southwold Beach - 38 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Norfolk Broads - 54 min drive - 54.5 km

Getting around

  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 88 min drive
  • Saxmundham Station - 16 min drive
  • Darsham Station - 20 min drive
  • Wickham Market Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cross Keys Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Railway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Munchies - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Meare Shop and Tearooms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh is a great choice for a stay in Aldeburgh. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Brasserie, one of 2 restaurants, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 7 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1863
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 59
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Brasserie - This beachfront brasserie specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
Sea Spice - This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 31 2026 to January 1 2027 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

Is White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh currently open?

This property is closed from December 31 2026 to January 1 2027 (dates subject to change).

Does White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are there restaurants at or near White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining and British cuisine.

What's the area around White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh like?

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh is located a short 1-minute walk from Moot Hall. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a nice selection and quality products. (54 reviews)
  • The property's beachfront location offers a perfect spot for walks and stunning views. (8 reviews)
  • Free parking was readily available and convenient for guests. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Wonderful staff. Lovely afternoon tea Bathroom condition needs update. Comfortable bed. Limited parking Breakfast a bit slow and also not as good as last time we stayed food cold and a bit overcooked.
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The White Lion is right on the sea front, the staff were excellent, the rooms were cleaned every day and your room extra's topped up. Good shower, comfortable bed, bar and restaurant was very nice too.
Martin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect stay ! Staff most helpful; food excellent; room was clean, tidy and comfortable; sea view superb especially with a "super wolf moon" at night and a colourful sunrise each morning.
Charlie, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was fine, staff attentive and breakfast was first class.
John, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

everything was excellent inc staff
dave, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice hotel with pleasant dining and lounge areas in a super position directly opposite the beach and Moot Hall. Friendly staff and very clean. Great breakfast, including lovely kippers!
Ian, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Everything nice & cosy, with well prepared food & super staff - especially Dace & Jack
Graham, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

A most disappointing stat Although the front facing staff were kind and accommodating, there seemed to be a disconnect between them and management. The shower was lovely But The pillows were very uncomfortable There was only tea in the room - no provision for coffee or anything else on either day Very few Power points! The cooked Breakfast was cold and there was not enough milk provided for cereal.
Angela, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room clean tidy and warm. The staff were very polite and helpful and nothing was too much trouble
Nigel, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent choices for drinks & supper.
Martin, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A great stay. Good value. Would stay again.
Outside of hotel
Bedroom
Benjamin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A great weekend

Wonderful choice.
The White Lion Hotel
The Scallop sculpture on Aldeburgh beach.
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable short break.
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely clean hotel, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Julia, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room fine a really nice big comfortable bed and pillows. Nice touch to have a bottle of still water in the room. The bathroom was okay, good shower but decor a bit worn Breakfast very good with a nice selection and quality product and service. Parking very limited though.
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant staff , very relaxing
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was comfortable and the breakfast excellent
Thomas, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Good breakfast
Hayley, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great beds and welcoming staff. Hotel needs to be updated especially exterior
Wilfred, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent breakfast, pleasant staff
Lindsay, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Short stay

The room was quite warm and the door was sticking on opening and couldn’t be closed without slamming. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was excellent.
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

Helpful staff,great location and superb breakfast
Sean, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff and food and conditions were excellent.
Brian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The stairs to 2nd floor rooms are a bit confusing but other than that all was good Excellent breakfast served a very nice and capable young lady called Amy. Jack who booked us in was also very professional
Nick, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good size room in unique location. facilities a bit tired but everything works
Gareth, 1-night trip