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Some rooms were described as a bit outdated and in need of an update.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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Debbie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Location. The room. Friendly and helpful staff.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
9
We really enjoyed our stay and hope to go back for another stay
Pros:

The location is excellent in the town close to the sea front. It has parking. The room was large and quirky due to its history. The bed was comfortable. The breakfast was very good.

Cons:

The bathroom could do with an update

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Tania • solo_traveller • gb
4
It was ok.
Pros:

The location was great. The breakfast was beautiful.

Cons:

The noise of the doors slamming of the other rooms. My dog thought fireworks were going off and the room was like a sauna.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Olena • solo_traveller • gb
10
Highly recommend!
Pros:

Loved everything about this hotel, the location and all you find inside is just great

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Cara • couple • gb
6
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • solo_traveller • us
10
I highly recommend this place. For the food, the comfort, the cheerful and helpful staff, and that wonderful ocean air.
Pros:

Perfect location, just a minute or two walk to the oceanfront. Staff was very helpful. The food was excellent. And I want to give a special thanks to Sharon, the receptionist who went way out of her way to be helpful to me. I’m visually impaired and she spent a long time making phone calls to book a taxi for me to the train station. Also I was staying at a different hotel the next night, which I planned on walking to up a very steep hill in the same town. I would’ve been carrying two heavy pieces of luggage, but she cheerfully volunteered to drive me there and she helped me find where I was staying and even helped me with my luggage. She deserves a raise! :-)

Cons:

NA

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
10
Staffs and the hotel and foods were spot on.
Pros:

Lovely room we stay for 3 nights and we’re good sizes room for us ..

Cons:

The shower head fitting were not correct as kept slow motion flop down.
Could have checked it or replace it on the spot before giving us the room. But otherwise really good hot shower as I had to get closer to the control to get my hair wet and using shampoo too. Tricky there.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Daryl • couple • gb
7
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Dietsch • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Elaine Craig • couple • gb
10
We will return, its a great place to stay
Pros:

Five star place, great staff, great location. An olde worlde place with fabulous bar, and several bar snug areas. Room was massive, comfy and amazing toiletries, I felt like a queen. Great location couldnt be better.

Cons:

Disappointing breakfast, very processed not cooked very well, one egg, tiny mushrooms, half a little tom bit mean.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Chaotic on first morning
Excellent on second

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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thomas • couple • gb
5
Cons:

Seagulls walking on roof at night

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Tobias • couple • de
7
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Good - as expected.
Pros:

The recent upgrades to the hotel have been well thought out and are in keeping with the coaching inn history. The menus were very good and offer good options for vegetarians.
Two minor points : it is not easy to contact the hotel by phone - too much AI and answering machine. There is no re placement for a human being. Also, there seems to be a central purchasing policy for meat, which may make sense financially but means that guests who are ethically against religiously slaughtered meat or the gassing of pigs cannot safely touch some excellent items on the menu. Maybe locally sourced produce for some meat products - labelled on the menus - could be considered in future.
Staff were excellent.

Cons:

Please see above.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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MICHIKO • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • family_with_children • gb
10
I would definitely recommend this hotel
Pros:

Brilliant location ideal for anyone visiting Lym Regis
Lovely old building with lots of character
Rooms lovely clean and spacious
breakfast was good had a lot of variety
Lounge areas very comfortable
Ample parking
Staff very welcoming

Cons:

Sadly there was no hot water in the morning
Cold shower wasn’t the way to start your day

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • au
8
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • bm
9
A really nice traditional property right in the center of Lyme Regis with a nice bar and restaurant and comfortable room
Pros:

Great location - friendly and helpful staff - bar and restaurant serving really good food

Cons:

I was there during the heatwave so the room was very hot but that’s not the fault of the property and they did provide a fan that worked well enough

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
8
A good place to stay with plenty to see and do within easy walking distance.
Pros:

Interesting, lively old hotel right in the heart of Lyme Regis. Good parking facilities at the back.

Cons:

Floors and corridors a bit creaky, along with self-closing firedoors. No lifts.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee