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Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Criccieth Castle

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Signature Apartment | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Located near Criccieth Castle, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments welcomes travelers with its garden, bar, and restaurant. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while enjoying the picturesque Black Rock Sands area. The staff's helpfulness consistently impresses visitors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Studio Suite Apartment with Castle View | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Studio Suite Apartment with Castle View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Apartment | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Signature Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room

1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Y Maes, Criccieth, Wales, LL52 0AA

What's nearby

  • Criccieth Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - 12 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Black Rock Sands - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Portmeirion Central Piazza - 17 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Harlech Castle - 27 min drive - 17.9 miles

Getting around

  • Criccieth Station - 4 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mash and Barrel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coast House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dylan’s Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Beach Club - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

Hotel near Criccieth Castle
Located close to Black Rock Sands, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments provides a garden, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Llewely Restaurant
  • The Mane Place Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is 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

Is Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Criccieth Castle and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Black Rock Sands. Harlech Castle and Royal St. David's Golf Club are also within 16 mi (25 km). Criccieth Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 279 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Good clean room helpfull friendly staff good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff. Hotel had adequate facilities for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ka Yee Manda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, staff is helpful and nice, the food is unexpected good. We will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel but tastefully restored. Great location and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
the room was rather cramped, no space for suitcases but the dining room, lounge and bar were great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olena

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

Nice hotel

Very nice location, close to the beach and main street. Warm and clean room, tasty breakfast. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, super location, friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Daryl

Well positioned in the village and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, delicious breakfast, peaceful, clean room, comfy bed, walk straight on to beach, views over the sea...Lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice time, thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

D R

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

Visiting family at Pwllheli.

The hotel offers good value for money and the staff are welcoming and willing to assist with maters.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Brilliant stay!

We had an amazing room, with a fabulous view. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Simone

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

Overall great stay

Our stay here was lovely. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The only down side, is the choice of Rose wine. Only one (Zinfadel) which I do not like, so I was unable to enjoy my normal Rose with my dinner. Strongly suggest, that they give another choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAMEES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carys

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

Lovely

Very nice stay. Staff are very welcoming and kind. Will definitely be staying again. We were lucky with our family room, the view over looking the sea and mountains. The room was lovely! Breakfast was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

A very friendly and welcoming hotel. The staff could not have been more helpful. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great location

Great place for a short visit, limited service due to staff shortages but very friendly and helpful staff. Perfect location to explore criccieth and surrounding area. Only negative was rooms could do with some TLC and a really good clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay at the Lion Hotel. Room was large and comfortable. The decor and furnishing was not the latest fashion however it was clean and did the job. Everyone we met at the hotel was polite and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good overall

Good friendly and welcoming staff and a nice feel to the whole hotel. Only downside was the bed was not very comfortable and no evening meal was available on-site. Found some good options nearby though helped by the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Philip John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent service from all staff members could do with some updating but overall good value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

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