The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury | Hotel in Shrewsbury

| 7.0 (1567 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  6 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Shrewsbury Hotel | The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

Hotel in Shrewsbury

This 16th-century coaching inn has played host to both Dickens and Darwin. With beautiful, Elizabethan decor, The Lion is set within the heart of historic Shrewsbury. The Lion is a Grade I-listed building, and guests can relax by the Tudor fireplace. The Pickwick Papers were written by Charles Dickens at the hotel itself, and it has also been visited by the 19th-century Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, as well as the legendary violinist, Paganini. Rooms offer unique furnishings with renovated decor and original features. Private bathrooms are included in each room, along with a TV and tea/coffee facilities. The many historic streets and shops of central Shrewsbury can be reached within 5 minutes on foot. Pride Hill and Darwin shopping centers are both less than 10 minutes’ walk away, and Shrewsbury Rail Station is a 15-minute walk from The Lion.

The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury is located in Shrewsbury.

This 59 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 1567 reviews with the average score of 7 . Coming to Shrewsbury and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Security/Safety
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Child Friendly
Internet

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
General
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet bowls
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key card access
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.

Any client wishing to book 5 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 10% deposit at the time of booking. this payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable, any client wishing to book 10 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 20% deposit at the time of booking. this payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable, please note some of the rooms have further stairs after the elevator, if guests prefer to be on the main hall and near the elevator please mention this in the special request section when booking, the hotel has limited parking, and follows a first-come-first-served policy. other parking areas are located nearby.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.3
Location:
9.53
Staff:
9.11
Facilities:
7.35
Comfort:
8.24
Cleanliness:
8.19
Sherratt
Dec 15, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Nice hotel
Negative: Room dirty bathroom celling cover in black
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Single Room - En Suite
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack
Double Room Ensuite
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack
Twin Room en suite
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 16 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack
Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack
Junior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 17 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Junior Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Telephone, TV

General

Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Hardwood or parquet floors, Fire extinguisher, Iron, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack
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