The Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (125 reviews)
Tanyard Cottages The Lion Hotel , Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
Fishing
Cycling
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly service
Great food
Lovely location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Uncomfortable beds

Categories

Cleanliness
6.35
Room not clean and smelt damp, which impacted the overall stay.
Service
9.35
Excellent, friendly service reported by guests.
Location
9.35
Lovely location, close to lake Vrnwy.
Room Quality
7.35
Rooms were decent, but issues with cleanliness were noted.
Amenities
8.35
Standard hotel amenities, satisfactory for most guests.
Value for Money
8.35
Good value for what is offered, though improvements needed.
Food and Beverage
9.35
Great food and atmosphere in the bar highlighted positively.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall, a good stay with specific areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 02:44

Property Description

Welcome to The Lion Hotel!

Luxurious Features and Amenities
Indulge in comfort with our well-equipped guest rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and modern bathrooms with free toiletries. Relax and unwind in style with our cozy bed linens and fluffy towels provided for your convenience.

Explore the Surrounding Attractions
Conveniently located near popular landmarks such as Chirk Castle, Lake Vyrnwy, and Shrewsbury Cathedral, our hotel offers easy access to a variety of exciting destinations for you to discover and enjoy.

Outdoor Adventures Await
Embark on thrilling outdoor adventures with hiking and cycling opportunities in the picturesque surroundings of Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain. Experience the beauty of nature right at your doorstep.

Book your stay at The Lion Hotel now and make unforgettable memories in Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain!

Important information:

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 125 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.35
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 9.35
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Hermione • extended_group • gb
2
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Phil • solo_traveller • ca
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • couple • ch
9
Familiäre Unterkunft, sehr zu empfehlen
Pros:

Sehr nettes Personal.
Gutes Frühstück und aussergewöhnlich gutes Nachtessen.
Die Lage war super für unseren Ausflug in die Berwyn Mountains.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
C
Christopher • couple • gb
10
Overall very good staff and the bar great
Pros:

Very comfortable nice and quiet

Cons:

Very oldie worldie as we like it

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
R
Robert • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good food, good service pleasant staff, clean good value for money.
Pros:

Good food, good service and pleasant staff, pleasant lounge area and breakfast room. Lively bar area. Fair drinks prices.value for money even with the extra breakfast charge

Cons:

Bed was a bit springy and creaky but slept ok. Toilet/shower room quite narrow but was clean with toiletries and a hot shower.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
E
Elin • couple • gb
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
M
Mark • couple • gb
10
Was a lovely stay and will happily stay again
Pros:

Clean, well decorated and spacious, friendly staff, lovely breakfast

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
S
Shaun • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
B
Ballard • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Excellent customer service and food was excellent

Cons:

Mattresses were past their use by date. Comfortable but dreadful springs woke us every time we moved.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
J
Julia • solo_traveller • gb
10
Staff very professional n flexible with times Provided a good breakfast with a reasonable time windo
Pros:

Breakfast very tasty n well made

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
O
Olive • solo_traveller • gb
8
Lion Hotel good value
Pros:

The rooms were comfortable
Lovely welcoming staff.
Clean
Breakfast was great. Full English cooked well.
Thanks chef.

Cons:

Just the shower tray was slow to drain water.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
H
Haydon • couple • gb
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
A
Ann • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely stay, we will be returning!
Pros:

The friendly staff, the ambience and the food.

Cons:

Norhing

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
A
Anthony • couple • gb
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
K
KAUSHALYA Cowland • solo_traveller • nz
1
Uncomfortable
Pros:

Nothing it was awful for an 84 yr old mother with mobility issues

Cons:

No fan ( it was over 30 degrees)
Didn't empty the bin (had to take rubbish to sister in laws place)
Didn't make up the bed (my daughter had to come in every night to make up my bed)
Had to climb up a set of stairs
No fridge in room
Only received water bottles 2 days out of 5
Whenever we tried to phone the hotel just got an answer
phone

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
J
John • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
J
Jim • family_with_children • gb
8
Great
Pros:

Lovely place, great food and room.

Cons:

Noisy bathroom fan and toilet....but ok.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
B
Ben • couple • gb
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
G
Gareth Harf • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Not bad at all

Cons:

Was reasonable

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee