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The White Lion Inn

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A traditional stone building with a sign reading "The White Lion Inn - Restaurant Accommodation." - The White Lion Inn (Gillingham)
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A bar area with a wine dispenser and a crowd of people. - The White Lion Inn (Gillingham)
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A room with a bed, a window, and a nightstand. - The White Lion Inn (Gillingham)
The White Lion Inn provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar

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Room options

Double Room, Ensuite

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

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden door, a bed with white linens, a mirror, and a patterned rug.

Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a wooden bed, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, a mirror on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Gillingham is home to The White Lion Inn. Some of the area's popular attractions include Center Parcs Longleat Forest and Longleat Safari and Adventure Park. Riversmeet Leisure Centre and Hauser and Wirth Somerset are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. Visit our Gillingham travel guide
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High Street, Gillingham, England, SP8 5AT

What's nearby

  • A river with lily pads, surrounded by lush greenery and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
    Stourhead
    6 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • A stone bridge over a calm lake, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a classical building in the background.
    Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs
    9 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • A large, ornate building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a formal garden with a pond.
    Longleat
    20 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • Stourhead Garden
    6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Hauser and Wirth Somerset
    18 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Butt Of Sherry
    5 min drive
  • Spread Eagle Inn
    6 min drive
  • Hunters Lodge Inn
    5 min drive
  • The Old Brewery
    9 min drive
  • Wagtail
    9 min drive

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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

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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

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. Riversmeet Leisure Centre and Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The White Lion Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 381 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 381 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 381 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 381 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 381 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really quaint old inn with lots of exposed stone walls & beams. Staff were super friendly & helpful - really warm welcome & nothing was too much trouble. Bed very comfortable & the small double room I had was perfect just for me. Food in the restaurant was delicious & there was a good choice. Breakfast plentiful, well presented & hearty. Will be staying there again on my way to Devon
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would highly recommend staying at The white lion inn. It provides all you could need and more. The inn had a very eclectic design and interesting furniture and pictures. 10/10 facilities in are room which made use feel very comfortable. We had a meal at the inn and it did not let use down highly recommended. Lovely garden at the back for sitting out in when weather is warm. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service from the staff. Excellent service and location. Would definitely recommend. Great supper and wow! The breakfast was superb. Lovely place and great attitude to guests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely traditional pub, great food and ambience. Room was clean and comfortable, highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fab Stay in a lovely inn

Lovly country inn very friendly and food was amazing as well as the breakfast in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful little pub set in a side road away from the main road. Room had been decorated too a high standard, nice bathroom with complimentary bath products. Great values for money. Nice walking in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so welcoming and helpful, and we had a last minute booking and late arrival. Excellent service all around with a great breakfast as well! Beautiful setting in the countryside and great ambiance within. Would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a brief but lovely stay as a solo female, was safe and quiet. Excellent breakfast and cosy room. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay, rooms lovely. Food amazing, especially breakfast. Staff friendly and accommodating, felt very welcome. Will certainly be returning sometime in the new year.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andrew

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

White Lion 10/10

Great pub and location. Room was fab with good sized bathroom and comfortable bed. The Guinness was great and evening meal and breakfast fantastic. Great staff as well, 10/10 and will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great service and delicious breakfast!

Check in was easy, our room was quaint and cosy. We loved the beams and authentic inn-feel! Breakfast was delicious and we ate there the first night which was very tasty. Service was superb, we felt very well looked after. Would highly recommend if looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed every aspect of our stay, from the quirkiness of the decor and furnishings to the excellent food wines and beers. It was lovely to sit in the beautiful garden too. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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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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8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

One night stay

During a one-night stay, the staff provided friendly service, and the food quality was good. The establishment presented a charming, traditional ambiance. However, the guest room was compact with low-hanging beams, necessitating caution regarding head clearance. While adequate for a brief visit, a more spacious accommodation would be advisable for extended stays.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

Holiday Stopover

Lovely pub. Great setting. Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023