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The White Lion Inn

3.0 star property
Inn in Gillingham with a restaurant and a bar

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The White Lion Inn delivers a warm, inviting environment where guests can enjoy both breakfast and dinner at the on-site restaurant. The cozy bar provides a perfect spot to unwind, while public areas offer WiFi connectivity. Free self-parking adds convenience to the stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
High Street, Gillingham, England, SP8 5AT

What's nearby

  • Stourhead Garden - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Stourhead - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 7 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Hauser and Wirth Somerset - 14 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Haynes International Motor Museum - 17 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gillingham Dorset Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bell and Crown - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Walnut Tree - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Osip - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The White Lion Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The White Lion Inn

Property highlights
The White Lion Inn provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The White Lion Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The White Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The White Lion Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The White Lion Inn located?

Situated in Gillingham, this inn is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Stourhead Garden and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Stourhead. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Hauser and Wirth Somerset are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

The White Lion Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 372 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Authentic Coaching Inn, with lots of character. Friendly staff, excellent evening meal and fantastic breakfast. Complimented by a very friendly resident cat. Well recommended stop over if going to Stourhea
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old Inn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at The White Lion and the food was excellent. The Breakfast was fantastic and would give it a 11 out of 10. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Tay, very comfortable and super breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, beautiful clean room with a
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

Spot on

Food, staff, accommodation were all amazing. Couldn't fault it. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Short enjoyable stay

Wonderful stay. Stuart and the team were all very helpful. Food was amazing. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichola

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

Lovely room in a lovely Inn

Lovely room in a lovely Inn
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Wonderful stay

Fabulous place, one of the best I've ever stayed at! Gorgeous pub with beautiful beer garden, lovely cosy room, great amenities, delicious breakfast and beer friendly service. And the bonus of PC the cat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

E

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

Wonderful Find

We found The White Lion 3 years ago and now stay there when travelling to and from Swanage and this time managed a 4 night stay as we were visiting relatives in the area. Fabulous location, all staff so welcoming and friendly and food menu is so varied we could eat any of the dishes and not be disappointed, we love it. Good hearty breakfast is included in the price. Can't wait to go back again. Thank you for making our stay so magical once again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So pleased we found this place. Staff were ever so friendly. Our room had a lovely old charm complete with squeaky floor boards. Clean room and comfy bed. Breakfast was enough to keep us full till dinner time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful service, great location and amazing breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
They have a beautiful garden to enjoy with a drink. The food is so delicious.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a wonderful beer garden
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful country pub; ideal for visiting Stourhead.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole

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

A gem of a find

The White Lion Inn is a gem of a find. Its olde worlde decor is apt for this beautiful building and its cottage garden. Situated in a peaceful setting. Restaurant excellent, had a lovely evening meal. Breakfast very good. Room clean and tidy, has all you need. Lovely old beams.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handsome old pub, lovely welcome feel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kristein

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was amazing. The service was awesome. Loved all the quirky things to look at throughout both the pub area and our bedroom. Wish we could stay longer to explore these more. Nice little touches like pot pouri in the bathroom. Comfortable bed for a good night sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, but feel a stair rail should be provided for stair case access to the larger bedroom. This would avoid the possibility of any future injuries to visitors.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Great place to visit.

Great stay, food was top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely Historic, Quirky place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner and staff were incredibly accommodating! When we walked in, the bartender checked us in seamlessly, walked us to our room, helped us with our bags, and by the time we meandered back down to the bar, drinks were waiting for us. We opted for breakfast the next day and had the most delicious full English. The outdoor space is also incredibly comfortable and inviting. Would 100% both recommend this gem AND stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

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

Great stay

Great stay as a pitstop on the way back from Cornwall. Lovely cosy pub and really good food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at The White Lion a few times now and have always found it homely and comfortable with friendly outgoing staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant stay. This is truly a country pub with a lovely atmosphere. A wholesome breakfast was supplied by Will. We ate in the Restaraunt on the first night which was superb. Would recommend 😀
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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