Golden Lion Hotel

Hotels
7.6 (7884 reviews)
8/10 King Street , Stirling , GB
+44 1786 475351

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Beautiful hotel
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Slow service issues
Food quality complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
6.6
Complaints about cobwebs, dead birds and mould indicate poor cleanliness.
Service
7.6
Staff attitude was criticized; some service issues reported.
Location
9.6
Great location close to the train station and in the heart of town.
Room Quality
7.1
Rooms were cold and had issues with heating.
Amenities
8.1
Basic amenities available, with some issues reported.
Value for Money
8.6
Good value noted despite some criticisms.
Food and Beverage
6.1
Food quality was poor and service at meals was inadequate.
Overall Experience
7.1
Overall experience marred by service and quality issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:59

Property Description

Historic Charm and Royal Connections
The Golden Lion Hotel, with over 200 years of history and a royal guest list, offers a unique stay in Stirling city center.

Modern Comforts and Amenities
Enjoy modern rooms with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and stylish bathrooms with all the essentials for a comfortable stay.

Culinary Delights and Convenient Location
Indulge in Scottish delicacies at the hotel's restaurant, explore nearby attractions like Stirling Castle, and savor a range of malt whiskies at Cronies Bar.

Experience a blend of history and luxury at the Golden Lion Hotel - book now for an unforgettable stay in Stirling!

Important information:

Please note that parking is limited.

The hotel holds private events most weekends until 01:00.

WiFi only available in public areas - NOT bedrooms.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EDI

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 7884 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.6
Service: 7.6
Location: 9.6
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 6.1
Overall Experience: 7.1
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Margaret • couple • us
3
City Center location in need of updates
Pros:

Great location and had gated parking within the city centre. City sites were walkable yet consider hills and distance. Hotel breakfast was traditional hot with limited continental options. Dinner also had good options.

Cons:

Front desk person was very slow to greet us upon arrival and did not display welcoming customer service. There are many stair levels in the hallways just getting to your room. This one is particularly bad. There is 1 small elevator and its slow especially (could be 10 minutes wait) with the tour bus travelers arrivals/departures. The pictures of the rooms do not display our stay. The hotel is old and in need of many updates (e.g. curtains, rugs, and restaurant). Restaurant was understaffed and tables were dirty.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Location was great, the staff were helpful and the room was clean.

Cons:

The carpet in the room was very worn, the TV only showed two channels and the shower was cold. Also the WiFi was very patchy.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Murray • solo_traveller • gb
2
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
1
poor
Pros:

Nothing is overrated about history terrible should have stayed travel lodgr cheaper better

Cons:

overrated about history no charecter nothing some time ago the geart riopped out of this place

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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McMaster • solo_traveller • gb
7
Clean room nice staff but bed and WiFi need an upgrade.
Pros:

Staff were polite and helpful, the room was dated but very clean and the location is very central, overall it's a lovely old hotel.

Cons:

The mattress wasn't very comfortable and the TV didn't work as there was no WiFi connection in the room.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ann • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The staff,they were all lovely

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Mary Clare • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location good nice employees

Cons:

Needs updating and elevator slow

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Una • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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angela • family_with_children • gb
10
friendly staff n chilled atmosphere
Pros:

the breakfast was lovely

Cons:

all good

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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FRANCESCA • couple • it
8
Pros:

Posizione fantastica in centro, con parcheggio privato. Colazione molto buona e abbondante

Cons:

La camera necessiterebbe di alcuni sistemazioni. Ad esempio la doccia andrebbe riparata.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Allan • couple • gb
3
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Hans-Joerg • solo_traveller • de
6
Passt für eine Nacht
Pros:

Lage rustikale Einrichtung

Cons:

Frühstücke Dusche

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Regina • extended_group • us
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Santiago • couple • ar
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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charles • couple • lu
3
Hôtel Noé situé mais tout est sale et vétuste.
Pros:

Localisation de l’hôtel au centre de la petite ville. Localisation de l’hôtel au centre de la petite ville.

Cons:

Hôtel sale : tour est gras et non soigné.
Personnel rude.
Internet et télévision reliée à Internet ne fonctionnent pas dans la chambre.
Ascenseurs sans accès direct aux chambres ni au parking.
Obligation d’utiliser des escaliers vétustes et peu sécurisés.
Une mise à niveau générale s’impose dans cet établissement qui a pourtant un certain charme V

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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SAMUELE • couple • it
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Marco • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Prima ligging, gratis parkeren.
Kleine parkeerplaats.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Seonaid • couple • gb
5
Central location but poor cleanliness and room could be better.
Pros:

Central

Cons:

Room was in need of upgrading, not very clean bed uncomfortable

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Claire Spence • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great Central Hotel

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Thorsten • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee