The Lion Inn

Hotels
9.2 (568 reviews)
Main Road , Chelmsford , gb

Free

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
High-quality facilities
Excellent food
Cons:
TV issues
Late check-in time

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
Rooms were described as extremely comfortable and clean.
Service
9.66
Staff were very friendly and attentive, creating a welcoming atmosphere.
Location
9.2
Conveniently located for access to fast roadways.
Room Quality
9.15
Rooms were impeccable with high standards noted.
Amenities
9.18
Facilities were of very high standard with extra touches appreciated.
Value for Money
8.64
Overall a good price for the services and amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
9.19
Food quality praised in multiple reviews; excellent for both lunch and breakfast.
Overall Experience
9.36
A strongly positive overall impression based on experiences shared.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:13

Property Description

Luxurious Bistro Experience

Experience the perfect blend of traditional charm and modern luxury at the Lion Inn. Originally a traditional pub, our independent hotel has been thoughtfully refurbished into a chic bistro and bar, offering elegant dining experiences and stylish accommodation.

Stylish Rooms with Garden Views

Indulge in our spacious air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, and free wired internet. Some rooms even boast balconies with garden views, while others offer direct access to a private terrace, ensuring a tranquil stay surrounded by nature.

Vintage French-Inspired Bar and Restaurant

Unwind in our bar adorned with antiques and salvaged furniture, exuding a vintage French ambiance. Delight your taste buds in our bistro-style restaurant, serving a fusion of traditional pub fare with a contemporary twist. Don't miss the opportunity to dine in the conservatory and enjoy picturesque views during your meal.

Book your stay at the Lion Inn for a memorable and sophisticated getaway.

Important information:

Please note that bookings of 5 rooms or more will be treated as a group booking and will have additional terms and policies applied.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
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: 11:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 568 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 9.15
Amenities: 9.18
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 9.19
Overall Experience: 9.36
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Andrew couple gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was good and room was lovely, we paid extra for a larger bed which was really nice and comfortable so had a really nice sleep. Staff were friendly and helpful. All in all a lovely stay.

Cons:

Nothing really comes to mind as they're stymied by the location on the edge of what seems to be a nice quiet town. Perfect for an overnight stay.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Kenneth couple gb
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Catherine solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Claudia Maria couple gb
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Samantha couple gb
8
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Tom couple gb
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Erick en Narda couple nl
10
Zeer hoge standaard
Pros:

Wij hadden een uitstekende twin bedroom met airco en een fantastische en ruime badkamer met inloopdouche. Alles in deze locatie staat op hoog niveau. Prima Engels ontbijt, 's avonds lekker buiten gegeten op het terras vanuit het restaurant met ruime keuze uit gerechten, lekker gezeten. Over het algemeen zeer vriendelijk personeel, een enkele uitzondering daargelaten.

Cons:

Bij het digitaal afrekenen van het diner krijg je op de pinautomaat enkele niet te vermijden keuzes over fooi. De standaard staat op 10%. Je hebt maar een paar seconden om alle info op het kleine schermpje te lezen. Er zullen vast wel meer keuzes zijn, maar wat je wilt (namelijk zelf bepalen of en hoeveel fooi je geeft) staat een beetje verstopt. Dat voelt niet goed. Als ik tevreden ben over hoe ik behandeld ben, geef ik graag fooi en meestal meer dan die 10%. Maar om zo fooi en een standaard van 10% "in your face" te gooien als een niet te vermijden verplichting vind ik onbehoorlijk. Er is vast wel iets anders te verzinnen.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Tanya couple gb
10
Romantic and welcoming
Pros:

Nice outside area to dine, friendly helpful staff and beautiful comfortable rooms

Cons:

We didn’t like saying good bye

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple ie
10
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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JANE / VISTEON extended_group gb
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Ralph couple gb
9
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
10
2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
10
Couldn’t have wished for a more beautiful place to stay manger and staff are amazing
Pros:

I stayed here for one night because I had a work conference for 2 days I could not believe how beautiful this place was ♥️ the manager who runs the lion is an asset to this beautiful place I had dinner in the garden area and the two girls waitressing were attentive at all times such friendly staff beautiful atmosphere eating outside in lovely weather I would recommend this hotel to anyone I know and I will definitely be booking again if I have another work meeting in Witham

Thank you all for an amazing stay

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Anthony couple gb
10
Short brews
Pros:

The Lion was superb inside and out. The decor was wonderful all the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was of a very good standard.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Jamie solo_traveller nl
8
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Magdalena couple us
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Donna solo_traveller gb
10
Looking forward to returning
Pros:

Gorgeous room, spotlessly clean
Really helpful staff
Lovely food
Lots parking

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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rotem couple il
10
היה לנו מושלם
Pros:

מהמם
נקי
אוכל טעים
קרוב לפארק ולפסטיבלים

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Ezra couple gb
10
Pros:

Decided to make a last minute reservation after a family wedding in a heatwave. Wonderfully presented room with AC and full bathroom and a little patio space. Had a really nice bath. Staff were amazingly friendly and whole venue has great ambiance. Would recommend.

Cons:

A bit pricey but exceptional service and quality included. Food was nice but expensive; could do with a better vegetarian selection.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Simon solo_traveller gb
9
Excellent from start to finish
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-29 via Nuitee