See all properties

The Lion & Key Hotel

4.0 star property
Guests sip their morning coffee at the hotel's shop while planning adventures, with multilingual staff ready to provide local insights for a memorable stay

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Lion & Key Hotel

Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Lion & Key Hotel (London)
Terrace/patio - The Lion & Key Hotel (London)
Reception - The Lion & Key Hotel (London)
Bar (on property) - The Lion & Key Hotel (London)
Interior - The Lion & Key Hotel (London)
The Lion & Key Hotel sits near Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, welcoming travelers with cooked-to-order breakfast options. Visitors connect with in-room WiFi, relax at the coffee shop or bar, and appreciate practical amenities like luggage storage and a front-desk safe.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Ensuite

Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Single Room, Ensuite

Classic Single Room, Ensuite | View from room

Classic Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Triple Room, Ensuite

Family Triple Room, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room

Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Ensuite

Classic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Twin Room, Ensuite

Classic Twin Room, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Grand Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Grand Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Waltham Forest, a neighborhood in London, is home to The Lion & Key Hotel. O2 Arena and The British Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include London Eye and Sky Garden. ZSL London Zoo and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum are not to be missed. Visit our London travel guide
Map
475-477 High Road Leyton, London, England, E10 5EL

What's nearby

  • 500px Photo ID: 69388659 - OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA
    Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lee Valley VeloPark
    Lee Valley VeloPark
    5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Westfield Stratford City
    Westfield Stratford City
    7 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Breyer Group Stadium
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Copper Box Arena
    7 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Leytonstone High Road Overground Station
    4 min drive
  • Leyton Midland Road Overground Station
    8 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN)
    43 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yardarm
    6 min walk
  • Leyton Orient Supporters Club
    8 min walk
  • The Coach & Horses
    4 min walk
  • Deeney’s
    3 min walk
  • Burnt Smokehouse
    9 min walk

About this property

The Lion & Key Hotel

Upscale hotel near Westfield Stratford City
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant at The Lion & Key Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Similar properties

Garden views
London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Woodford Bridge
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
7.6 out of 10, Good, 747 reviews
London Chigwell Prince Regent Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Compare similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

Property is also known as

Lion Key Hotel
Lion Key London
Lion Key Hotel London
The Lion & Key Hotel Hotel
The Lion & Key Hotel London England
The Lion & Key Hotel London
The Lion & Key Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lion & Key Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Lion & Key Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Lion & Key Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lion & Key Hotel located?

Located in Waltham Forest, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Westfield Stratford City and London Stadium. ABBA Arena is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. Leyton Midland Road Overground Station is 8 minutes by foot and Leyton Underground Station is 12 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

The Lion & Key Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 867 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 867 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 867 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 867 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 867 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to be at. Tesco was close by and other places to eat besides their restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel and fab very reasonable restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Talen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean hotel , convenient area for supplies, friendly staff, room service ,
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really impressed by this hotel. Friendly staff, comfortable room. Food was exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room ! Good check in and out ! 2nd time I have stayed there !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nicely decorated and really fresh looking. The staff were all great and very helpful when needed. We would easily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were just simply very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly. Restaurant very good value for money and great food. Room spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was v clean & well furnished. Staff were all v helpful. We had a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and quaint
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, clean rooms and good breakfast options. Surrounding area pretty poor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Another fabulous stay. Thank you

Loved hotel. Staff, rooms and food fantastic. Have stayed many times and always impressed with the standard and customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, clean place near local shops, restaurants and transport links to the rest of London
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

warren

Great service and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

A gem of a hotel

Fantastic hotel. Good food and drink. Modern rooms. Parking was an added bonus. Only fault was that it said the bar was 24 hours but it shut at 11pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randomness1000

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, location was great for getting to London Stadium. Staff were on point.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pleasant reception. Nice clean room and easily controlled room temperature. Also nice restaurant attached. Only downside is as VIP members should have been offered a free drink but this did not happen. However everyone staying at hotel got 20%! off the food bill.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KYLE JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

fabiola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The size of the room wasnt as expected. The hotel was under renovation which was not a pleasant ambience. Room service was provided even when we asked not to enter the room. The food at the restaurant was excellent. Five stars and plus! Excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front end staff is really top notch and the restaurant and bar staff is helpful and delightful!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food at restaurant was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ckhuerckh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This boutique hotel catered to my needs. Rooms were clean and service of the dining and bar staff was impeccable and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Facilities was great, was really clean, the road was a bit annoying when trying to sleep but other then that I can’t fault it. Staff great too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025