The White Lion Hotel

Hotels
7.3 (59 reviews)
East Street, Llantwit Major , Bridgend , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Evening entertainment
Pet bowls
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Room quality issues
High prices for offerings

Categories

Cleanliness
7.19
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but some found the rooms needing modernisation.
Service
8.16
Numerous mentions of friendly staff, helpful service, and accommodating behavior.
Location
8.7
Centrally located with easy access to amenities and attractions.
Room Quality
6.65
Mixed sentiments; some found the rooms tired and poor in facilities.
Amenities
7.18
Basic amenities offered, but some reviews found them lacking.
Value for Money
6.64
Criticism of high price relative to room quality.
Food and Beverage
6.19
Limited food options present, with some complaints about coffee quality.
Overall Experience
7.66
Overall positive experiences despite certain drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 20:52

Property Description

Charming Accommodation
Experience a cozy stay at The White Lion Hotel in Bridgend, just 2.5 km from Tresilian Bay Beach. Enjoy garden views, free parking, and evening entertainment during your visit.

Modern Amenities
Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring TV with satellite channels, kettles, and complimentary WiFi. Bed linen and towels provided for your comfort.

Convenient Location
Explore nearby attractions like Cardiff Bay and Cardiff Castle, both within 30 km. Cardiff Airport is a short 10 km drive away for easy travel convenience.

To book your stay at The White Lion Hotel, visit our website or call us today!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 59 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.19
Service: 8.16
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 6.65
Amenities: 7.18
Value for Money: 6.64
Food and Beverage: 6.19
Overall Experience: 7.66
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Matthew solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Longley couple gb
3
£145 !! We've stayed in much better hotels for less money, and we'll never stay here again
Pros:

The location was fine for our needs. The beds were comfortable enough. Plenty of room in the bathroom and the hot water came through quick enough.

Cons:

We were allocated room 3 in the grandly named 'Oasthouse Lodge', which was a high-ceiling room with two single beds on the ground floor and a double bed on a wooden mezzanine.
There were two windows approximately 10 feet high with curtains and curtain pulls, however on one window there was only one cord which did not work, and we couldn't reach to close the curtains fully. A third (lower) window had curtains on a metal curtain pole, which fell down as we closed the curtains but thankfully did not injure my wife.
There were no instructions for operating the TV, and we could not work out how to select terrestrial channels. More by luck than judgement we managed to 'piggy-back' on someone else's Netflix and YouTube channels so at least we had some entertainment.
In the bathroom, there was a lot of old soap scum behind the bath taps, which appeared to have not not been cleaned for quite a while. The shower gel container provided was devoid of any labelling so there was no indication as to whether it was for hair and body or just body, nor any listing of ingredients for anyone with sensitive skin.
The shower curtain was old and had (presumably) old soap staining along the bottom foot or so.
The vertical height adjustment rod on the wall holding the shower head was not fully fixed to the wall, and fell off the wall completely. We were able to put it back in place, however the height adjustment would not lock in place and the shower head would only shimmy back down to the lowest point each time.
Although there are several choices of pubs and restaurants for food, the White Lion itself has a very limited menu of pizzas, nachos, wings and wedges.
And finally - we were in a small block of four rooms at the back of the hotel. We were woken three times by very loud guests coming in between 0130 and 0300 (presumably from a wedding or something) with loud conversation outside our door in the hallway accompanied by much slamming of doors.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
C
Charlie couple gb
10
Excellent staff
Pros:

Great location for work & friendly staff

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Kenneth couple gb
7
Would stay again if breakfast was included for the price.
Pros:

The room was basic but clean and did what was expected. Bed was comfortable. Bathroom was like new and the bedroom had been freshly painted. Tea and coffee with biscuits available. Staff were very helpful and sorted my car parking as it is free if you are staying in the hotel.

Cons:

Think it was expensive for a basic room and no breakfast available. Bit noisy from lorry at 6 in the morning and cars arriving for the garage at back of premises. Horrible speed humps and do not forget to book your car parking at the bar as you are only allowed 10 minutes before the car park firm fine you which does not give you much time..

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Baxter couple gb
10
Pros:

the staff were so welcoming and friendly,
giving us their best recommendations of what to see and do in the area as well as the best places to eat. the room was so comfortable and clean and all facilities were outstanding. cant wait to stay here again

2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Amanda couple gb
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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spec solo_traveller gb
8
I'll stay again if I'm over that way.
Pros:

Good location in the centre of town. On site parking to the rear is a big bonus. Friendly helpful staff. Clean and tidy, well managed. Great pub, good size, sub divided and cosy creating a good atmosphere.

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Dean couple gb
7
Nice but over priced
Pros:

Lots of room and clean, shower was great. Good location.

Cons:

Pillows were flat and not comfy. Very expensive considering there was no breakfast included.

2026-01-02 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
8
Pros:

The room we stayed in had be newly refurbished. So was really good. They had a clothes rack but unfortunately hadn't left any coat hangers. But that was really the only complaint. The sockets had tripped. We went to the manger who dealt with it straight away. So all good 😊

2026-01-01 via Nuitee
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aled solo_traveller gb
10
2025-11-29 via Nuitee
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Christian family_with_children ch
10
2025-11-23 via Nuitee
C
Charles couple gb
10
Excellent hotel, lively bar and friendly staff and locals
Pros:

Located centrally, room was exceptionally clean
Hosts and all bar staff friendly and included me in conversation
The locals were brilliant

2025-11-18 via Nuitee
C
Chakrabarti family_with_children gb
7
Good one
Pros:

All fine

Cons:

It’s good

2025-11-13 via Nuitee
D
Davies couple gb
5
2025-11-02 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
5
Pros:

Staff very friendly. Great location in the town centre. Room had character

Cons:

The price. It was very expensive for what you got

2025-10-29 via Nuitee
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DOROTHY couple gb
9
Good location
Pros:

Good staff and location.

Cons:

Very noisey on Saturday night and I believe the rooms are being updated which they needed.

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
C
Cliff couple gb
6
Good location, free parking, but an old tired room with poor facilities
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The rooms are tired and need modernisation. A room only price of nearly £150 was not value for money.

2025-10-26 via Nuitee
J
James couple gb
7
2025-10-20 via Nuitee
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Marilene couple br
9
2025-10-05 via Nuitee
R
Robert couple gb
8
Pros:

Great welcome. Location perfect.

Cons:

N/A

2025-09-05 via Nuitee