Near Criccieth Castle, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments offers a warm welcome with a garden, bar, and restaurant. Stay connected with in-room WiFi or unwind in the picturesque surroundings of Black Rock Sands. The helpful staff has left guests impressed.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Electric vehicle charging point
Bar
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (7)
Housekeeping (on request)
Near the beach
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Meeting rooms
Garden
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Kitchenette
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Lift
Free self-parking
The current price is £90
£90
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Room options
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Standard Double Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Family Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Family Room, 1 Bedroom
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 reviews
(5 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
9 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed
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Superior Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Twin Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
12 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Apartment, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Signature Apartment
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Apartment
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
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Family Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Portmeirion Central Piazza - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
Harlech Castle - 27 min drive - 28.7 km
Royal St. David's Golf Club - 28 min drive - 29.4 km
Getting around
Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 135 min drive
Criccieth Station - 4 min walk
Abererch Station - 8 min drive
Penychain Station - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Black Rock Beach Club - 13 min drive
Dylans Restaurant - 10 min walk
Chippy Dre - 7 min drive
Siop Coffi T.H - 7 min drive
Mash and Barrel - 13 min drive
About this property
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments puts you within a 15-minute drive of Eryri National Park. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Llewely Restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, Welsh
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
46 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
DONE
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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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Children
No cots (infant beds)
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Garden
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchenette
Toaster
Cookware, dishes and utensils
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Housekeeping (on request)
Special features
Dining
Llewely Restaurant – This diner serves lunch and dinner.
The Mane Place Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.00 per person
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.
Also known as
Lion Hotel Criccieth
Lion Criccieth
The Lion Hotel
Lion And Studio Apartments
Lion Hotel Studio Apartments
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Hotel
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Criccieth
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Hotel Criccieth
Frequently asked questions
Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments and nearby?
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Llewely Restaurant.
Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge, a microwave and cookware.
What's the area around Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments like?
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments is a short 4-minute walk from Criccieth Station and 6 minutes' walk from Criccieth Castle.
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Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Location
View
Food
Bed
Bar
Sea
Ocean view
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, superb, and top quality by multiple guests. (19 reviews)
Ample parking was a convenient and welcome feature at this property. (6 reviews)
The property has a great position for the town's amenities and beach. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2025
Nice hotel
Very nice location, close to the beach and main street. Warm and clean room, tasty breakfast. Highly recommend
Olena
Olena, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Jun 2025
A short Break.
This was my second visit to The Lion. The hotel offers excellent service at a very reasonable rate. The staff are friendly and the food on offer is very good and at a very competitive price. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stewart
Stewart, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 May 2025
Short stay so difficult to rate but made arrangements for my late check in, good breakfast with attentive staff. Room large and with tea/coffee
Iain
Iain, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Feb 2025
Visiting family at Pwllheli.
The hotel offers good value for money and the staff are welcoming and willing to assist with maters.
D R
D R, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb 2025
Lovely hotel, great base to explore Llyn Peninsula
We were very impressed with the Lion Hotel in Criccieth. It is in a great position with plenty of parking. It is a traditional character hotel, clean, well maintained and decorated with lovely staff. It was also great value, would recommend as a base to explore the beautiful Llyn Peninsula.
Deryl
Deryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Oct 2024
A lovely stay. Room was quiet and clean. Great buffet breakfast.
Marie
Marie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Feb 2025
Good place to stay in Criccieth
Decent hotel - typical old hotel building that's been progressively modernized.
The staff are friendly, the breakfast was good, and the room was comfortable - if small. I'd be happy to stay here again.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Apr 2024
Well positioned in the village and good breakfast.
Daryl
Daryl, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2022
We have enjoyed the stay there and the room was just perfect
melanie
melanie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Apr 2023
Great place, super location, friendly staff.
Adam
Adam, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2023
Great staff, delicious breakfast, peaceful, clean room, comfy bed, walk straight on to beach, views over the sea...Lovely
Bev
Bev, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2023
Great location, very friendly and curteous staff
linda
linda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2023
Great Stay
Lovely room, comfy bed and great shower fabulous breakfast in the mornings, great for exploring the surrounding area
Lovely view from the room
Audrey
Audrey, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Apr 2024
Perfect location
Sonia
Sonia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Feb 2025
The check in and parking was great. Dinner hot and tasty. Beds are very uncomfortable
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Very friendly staff. Nice room and breakfast. Lovely view from the room
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 Dec 2024
Decent place
Friendly staff. Excellent food. Mattress a bit soft but no real problem.
simon
simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
Comfy hotel, good location to explore the area.
Great stay, good location to explore the area.
Free parking, good Wi-Fi, good breakfast.
The bed was a a little soft but personal preference. The hotel had everything we needed for a comfy family stay.
Staff were also all very pleasant. Would definitely stay again.
Lucy
Lucy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Jan 2025
Comfortable
Garry
Garry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Feb 2023
Brilliant stay!
We had an amazing room, with a fabulous view. Breakfast was great.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Sept 2024
We had a Castle View.
Nice pub/hotel in Criccieth. A small seaside town, just outside Porthmadog, but without the crowds. Good size car park and public transport, if you wish to have acar free day.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
The convenience and friendliness of the staff were important to me. Easy parking was brilliant.
Jill
Jill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jun 2024
Just checked out after a 2 day stay, great location and good value for money. Staff are excellent friendly and helpful. 20 mins from morpha nefyn for golf so perfect if you want a good location and a good brekfast to start the day. Well done Lion Hotel, very happy
Russell
Russell, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
Nice place
Nice place, nice room, bathroom and bedding, breakfast great, stored my bicycle locked away overnight which was great, shame there was no food in the evening