The Royal Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (2180 reviews)
60 Broad Street , Lyme Regis , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location
Friendly staff
Comfortable amenities
Cons:
Need for room updates
Parking limitations
WiFi coverage

Categories

Cleanliness
8.09
Many mentions of cleanliness, but some rooms were noted to be tired or need updating.
Service
8.76
Frequent praise for friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.1
Consistently highlighted as excellent and central to attractions and beach.
Room Quality
7.55
Some rooms were described as a bit outdated and in need of an update.
Amenities
8.58
Good facilities mentioned, pool and sauna were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.04
Pricing is generally viewed as reasonable, though some thought food was a bit pricey.
Food and Beverage
8.59
Breakfast and dinner received positive remarks, though some service points were mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.47
Overall enjoyed stay, with a few minor issues noted, but overall very positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 12:05

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Experience the charm of the 400-year-old Royal Lion Hotel, offering an indoor pool, sauna, and games room. Relax in rooms with sea views, balconies, and modern amenities including Freeview TV and tea/coffee facilities.

Dining Delights
Indulge in a full cooked breakfast at the Oak Room restaurant and savor evening meals with local produce. Children's menus are available, ensuring a delightful dining experience for the whole family. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere in the bar with original fireplaces and a courtyard cafe for outdoor dining.

Explore and Enjoy
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Lyme Regis with attractions like the Philpot Museum and the stunning Jurassic Coast just a short walk away. Free Wi-Fi, guest lounges, and a warm hospitality await at the Royal Lion Hotel.

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2180 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.09
Service: 8.76
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 8.59
Overall Experience: 8.47
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Richard • couple • gb
10
Welcoming staff especially Sharon. Great facilities especially for the dog.
Pros:

Great room & faciities
Friendly& helpful staff

Cons:

Nil

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Urs • couple • ch
8
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • us
8
Great midweek night in an authentic beachside hotel
Pros:

Location, personality

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Quinn • family_with_children • gb
8
Pleasant stay. Location perfect. Used the bar but not the restaurant.
Pros:

Location perfect as we were fishing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • au
10
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • dk
3
Pros:

Location. Damen, der tog imod os var meget imødekommende. Gode kaffe og the faciliteter.

Cons:

Maden var under middel, og vi ventede 40 minutter på, at den blev serveret. Dobbeltsengene var meget små, og der lugtede af friture alle steder. Hele hotellet virker ret nedslidt.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Matt • solo_traveller • gb
8
We really enjoyed our visit to the red lion. Room 34 was perfect, great views
Pros:

Room was perfect, great view and very clean. Location was great.

Cons:

The main reason we initially booked the red lion was the parking and pool/ sauna. The parking was tight and I assume in peak season would be an issue. The pool/ sauna was out of use for our stay.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Meagan • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Friendly staff, great breakfasts, rooms with character and comfy beds

Cons:

Good parking onsite but tight parking spaces

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Sheryl • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

The beds were comfortable, the rooms spacious, and the friendly service remarkable. We also enjoyed the Sunday Dinner and morning breakfast.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Peach • couple • ch
8
Good for a one-night sleepover
Pros:

Big size room, swimming pool, central location

Cons:

Noisy location on main street, inflexible checking in

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • extended_group • au
7
A lovely hotel in the heart of Lyme Regis with comfortable rooms and onsite parking.
Pros:

Heritage building convenient to everything in Lyme Regis as it is in the heart of town. Comfortable rooms. Parking onsite.

Cons:

Our room was directly off the courtyard where people were socialising and smoking. This made it uncomfortable for us as we couldn’t have the window or door open (and it was hot) due to lack of privacy and smoke entering our room. Would be good to know about this prior to booking so an informed choice could be made. The parking is a little tight for larger vehicles.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Harold • solo_traveller • gb
6
Only a one night stay so did a job
Pros:

Location & friendly staff

Cons:

Tired facilities / breakfast was lukewarm warm

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Nikki • couple • gb
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Doreen • couple • gb
8
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Penny • solo_traveller • gb
10
The place to stay in Lyme Regis
Pros:

Superb room and a warm welcome at short notice

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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martin • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very helpful staff

Cons:

Drilling outside our room every morning from 8.30 and the swimming pool out of service.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Guy • couple • gb
9
Comfortable stay with friendly staff in a perfect location.
Pros:

Friendly and Comfortable. Staff all welcoming and helpful.

Cons:

Quite a lot of stairs

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff. Great location. Historic building. Swimming pool fabulous.

Cons:

Parking difficult with a disabled person and no disabled spaces. Accommodation was clean and comfortable but needed a refresh.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee