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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

3.0 star property
Travelers find comfort near downtown at this welcoming hotel where the lobby fireplace beckons and nearby attractions await exploration

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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury sits in the heart of the city center, where guests gather around the cozy fireplace or unwind at the inviting bar. The helpful staff assists with luggage storage while travelers connect to WiFi between ventures to nearby sites.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(49 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Shrewsbury, The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury is in the city center and near a train station. Cineworld Shrewsbury and The Shrewsbury Darwin Walk are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery and Lord Hill's Column. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Montgomery Waters Meadow or New Bucks Head Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Shrewsbury travel guide
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Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, England, SY1 1UY

What's nearby

  • The Quarry Park
    The Quarry Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shrewsbury Castle
    Shrewsbury Castle
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Old Market Hall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shrewsbury Abbey
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Attingham Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Shrewsbury Station
    8 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • House of Grain
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Camellias Tea Rooms
    3 min walk
  • The Golden Cross
    2 min walk
  • Cromwell’s Tap House
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 10 per night)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1600
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per night.

What time is check-in at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury located?

Located in the heart of Shrewsbury, this inn is steps from Henry Tudor House and St Alkmond's Church. St. Mary's Church and Old Market Hall are also within 5 minutes. Shrewsbury Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.4

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1014 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Peter Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Excellent staff. Parking adjacent to the hotel a real bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The parking was easy and the staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The curtains in the room were torn and need replacing. It was very well heated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Jolien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the location was great. The room itself was ok, however the shower didn't work and the wifi kept clicking off.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Old fashioned hotel but warm and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Alan.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Nice old building but clean and perfect for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy parking,great hotel,bed lovely & comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really lovely stay and staff were great snd friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Reception staff were friendly and helpful, the room whilst cold was clean and tidy and it’s on a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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4/10 Poor

Denise Harvey and Jo Williams

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds were clean although mattresses needed changing .Hotel up for sale so no food or drink anywhere.Just a building to sleep in, but very convenient for shops,castle,prison and the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great room good size onsite parking great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kiel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Menna

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. Needs TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were good , had a really nice time and overall a really pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Viv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I love this place. Friendly and helpful reception staff are welcoming. Room had an other worldy exposed beam ceiling, and was spacious, warm and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room ,staff friendly no pets one dog was barking not nice for people staying if want peace and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in poor condition and dirty in places, room was tidy but needed deep clean. Bath had several rust marks and although clean parts of room could do with a bit more attention. Parking was good apart from the pigeons! Wasn't told about price of parking until booked in, needs to be more upfront. I would imagine hotel was top rate in its day now needs lots of money spent on it to bring it up to modern standards. Dogs in bedrooms I'm still not sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the history of the hotel and “old world” feel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

James

Disliked: Amenities
Very tied hotel needs serious update. Great location to be fair and was cheap so reflected in the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Staff & service
The Lion Hotel is ideally situated to explore Shrewsbury on foot and you can leave your car on the property, pay at the desk rather than the machine for £5 per day. It is a property that is both historic and with character, having said that the communal areas looked very tired. The room was spacious with a high ceiling, brown furniture and bare floorboards which squeaked with every step so be aware if you are prone to waltzing in your sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Check-in was simple, parking only £5 for the night, found our room on the second floor, overlooking the road. Room was spacious, clean and tidy, it was quiet warm in the room. Slept ok until the road noise kicked in and the collection of bins full of bottles from the nearby bars.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Welcome to pets, first come first get parking but cheap at £5 per night. No draught drinks at bar. Room basic but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Loraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Tidy huge room nice and warm. Staff freindly and polite. Parking under cover. We will use hotel again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026