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
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Electric vehicle charging point
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
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Television
Garden
The current price is AU$196
AU$196
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Room options
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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
12.0 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed
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Apartment, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Signature Apartment
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
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Deluxe Apartment
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
12 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
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Family Room, 1 Bedroom
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
19 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
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When you stay at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Eryri National Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, Welsh
At a glance
Hotel size
46 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 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
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
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
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 accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 10:00 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.
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
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
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
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
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
16 Jan 2025
Comfortable
Garry
Garry, 2-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
8/10 Very good
23 Apr 2024
Well positioned in the village and good breakfast.
Daryl
Daryl, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
17 Feb 2025
It was ok
It was ok but the room was a little bit tired, and a bit cold overnight. There was a very cold draft coming in the bathroom window which wasn’t well sealed. .
The restaurant closed at 3pm on a Sunday (presumably because of very low season) but we managed to find somewhere to eat nearby. Everything was clean and the staff we saw were very pleasant.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 May 2024
Lovely staff and good advice on where to walk
Gillian
Gillian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
8 July 2024
A beautiful historic hotel in a picturesque welsh town. Excellent breakfast and friendly staff. Only complaint is the room was a bit hot and stuffy, even with the window open.
Noah
Noah, 3-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
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
8/10 Very good
1 Apr 2024
Perfect location
Sonia
Sonia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 July 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
6 May 2024
Very friendly staff. Nice room and breakfast. Lovely view from the room
Sam
Sam, 1-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
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2023
Great location, very friendly and curteous staff
linda
linda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 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
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
8/10 Very good
24 July 2023
Friendly staff, very good breakfast and a great view of the bay from our 2nd floor room
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Oct 2024
Very good and am very happy
Ernest
Ernest, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 June 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
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 June 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
27 Feb 2023
Brilliant stay!
We had an amazing room, with a fabulous view. Breakfast was great.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
3 Aug 2024
Not the best, not the worst…
Considering it was the last room available on a last minute booking, we were glad to have a place to stay… with a decent breakfast included.