The Lion at Malpas

Hotels
9.3 (1623 reviews)
1 Old Hall Street MALPAS , Malpas , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Limited atmosphere in bar and dining room

Categories

Cleanliness
9.05
Overall positive sentiment with clean and bright rooms mentioned in reviews.
Service
9.55
Staff described as friendly and professional consistently throughout reviews.
Location
9.55
Great location mentioned multiple times, convenient for nearby attractions.
Room Quality
9.05
Rooms were noted as comfortable, spacious, and nicely furnished.
Amenities
9.05
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.05
Guests appreciated the affordable luxury experience.
Food and Beverage
9.55
Excellent food mentioned repeatedly, with guests enjoying meals.
Overall Experience
9.55
Consistent positive feedback about stays, with mentions of returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:52

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a lavish stay at The Lion at Malpas, a 4-star hotel offering free WiFi, comfortable rooms with modern amenities, and allergy-free environment. Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep with plush bed linen and towels provided.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor exquisite meals at the on-site restaurant offering a variety of breakfast options, including continental, Full English/Irish, and vegetarian choices. Indulge in culinary delights throughout your stay.

Convenient Location
Located near Chester Racecourse and Chester Zoo, with easy access to Trentham Gardens and Manchester Airport, The Lion at Malpas provides a central hub for exploring the best attractions in the area.

Book your luxurious stay at The Lion at Malpas now and elevate your travel experience!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 1623 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.05
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 9.05
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 9.55
Overall Experience: 9.55
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Belinda • couple • gb
9
Lovely everything.
Pros:

Lovely welcome
All staff were friendly and helpful
Comfortable room
Lovely pub
Great breakfast
Pretty courtyard

Cons:

Nothing really but a fridge in the room would have been welcome.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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hannah • couple • gb
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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christine • couple • gb
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
9
A most enjoyable stay in a beautiful inn with rooms
Pros:

A beautiful inn with rooms that exceeded our expectations. Comfortable and spotless throughout. Excellent selection of delicious food and wine. Very quiet at night so we slept really well. The staff were brilliant - friendly, attentive and professional. Plenty of parking spaces and electric charging points.

Cons:

The shower was over the bath and it was quite a step up/down to get in and out. It really needs a grab rail for safety. The mirror over the basin was too far back to use for shaving or makeup so a shaving mirror would have been most welcome.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
10
Night away and chill
Pros:

Good breakfast, cooked fresh ,
Service was top draw.!0/10

Cons:

All good

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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graham • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Food was amazing had the sharing tomahawks and breakfast was perfect can't fault it staff very friendly rooms clean overall 5 stars no issues at all

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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annest • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location. Stayed in number 8 ( Bakery) for 2 nights. Property was excellent. Had everything we needed. Bathroom was stunning with huge shower and roll top bath. Bed was so comfy, had amazing nights sleep. Robes, luxury toiletries and plenty of soft towels were provided. Lounge area had a lovely sofa, tv and coffee machine. Excellent choice of hot drinks and teats awaited us on both days.
Ate in the restaurant on both nights. Food was excellent, we also had breakfast twice . Quality produce and all the staff were friendly. Highly recommended, didn't want to leave.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • gb
10
Brilliant welcome from Super Staff in a Gorgeous Pub
Pros:

Beautifully furnished pub with absolutely amazing staff in a lovely location with superb annexed rooms. You would struggle to find better!

Cons:

There was zero to dislike.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Bernadette • couple • ie
10
Staff food and accommodation were exceptional. So helpful and accommodating for every detail.
Pros:

Fabulous stay in this quaint beautiful hotel.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great stay,and would stay again
Pros:

The pub is lovely the food is amazing,,and the rooms are very nice, cosy

Cons:

Am just going to say the pillows are solid and not comfortable at all,,the room had the most annoying TV on the wall,it's wonky not straight nothing worse than poorly fitted TV

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • family_with_children • gb
10
Lovely property great for a 2 night break on our way up to the lakes. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly
Pros:

Spacious clean and secluded

Cons:

Nothing we did not like, it was perfect

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Gerry • couple • gb
9
Accomodation and ambiance in the the bar excellent. Food could do a lot better.
Pros:

Accomodation was excellent staff very friendly, pub warm and welcoming.

Cons:

Food was below average, group of 4 perhaps the prawn cocktail and pasta dish was the best. Breafast, smoked salmon good, full breakfast been left standing and overcooked.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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brian • couple • gb
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Gillian • couple • gb
10
Everything at the Lion was excellent: food, room, location. But what made it stand out was that every member of staff wa
Pros:

The Lion has been tastefully refurbished in all areas - the bedroom was very comfortable.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • gb
9
Great staff who really make you feel welcome
Pros:

Great friendly staff!

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Cury • solo_traveller • br
8
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • gb
10
Gem of a find for a great nights sleep; perfect in every way
Pros:

Stunning rooms which were immaculate. In such a beautiful setting, lovely and quiet and a great nights sleep had by all.

Breakfast was delicious, plenty of choice.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Wouter • extended_group • nl
9
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee