The White Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (682 reviews)
10 Heol Pentrerhedyn , Machynlleth , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent food
Cons:
Noise from the bar
Issues with breakfast reservations
Some small and poorly designed rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Multiple reviews noted 'clean and comfortable' but some issues with bedding and noise.
Service
8.85
Friendly staff and a warm welcome mentioned frequently, indicating above average service.
Location
8.85
Several mentions of great location and convenience for activities nearby.
Room Quality
7.85
Rooms were generally described as clean, though some issues with size and noise were noted.
Amenities
8.35
Amenities like parking and dining were well-received, though breakfast issues impacted satisfaction.
Value for Money
8.35
Many reviews mentioned good value for money, especially for the quality of food and location.
Food and Beverage
8.55
Food received high praise, particularly for dinner and quality pub food.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall enjoyment noted across various reviews, with a promise to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:59

Property Description

Charming Welsh Inn in Machynlleth

Traditional Charm: Experience a traditional Welsh inn at The White Lion Hotel, offering cask ales and home-cooked food in a cozy setting.

Comfortable Accommodation: Relax in en-suite rooms equipped with TV, alarm clock, and tea/coffee facilities, along with complimentary toiletries for your convenience.

Ideal Location: Explore Snowdonia National Park and the sandy beaches of Tywyn while staying just a short walk from Machynlleth train station.

Book your stay at The White Lion Hotel for a delightful Welsh getaway!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 682 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 8.85
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 8.55
Overall Experience: 8.25
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joris • couple • be
7
prijs kwaliteit echt een goed verbleef wie aan lage prijs kort verblijf zoekt voor een nacht
Pros:

typisch engels , basic ontbijt zoals meestal geen vers beleg of yoghurt maar cooked breakfast was wel OK en vers
Zeer vriendelijke eigenaar , onze fietsten mochten binnen in de bar staan.
Restaurant was niet open , je mocht wel binnen je afgehaalde maaltijd (chinees , die zich op enkele 100 mm bevindt à
in de bar nuttigen

Cons:

kleine kamer ; douche systeem moelijk regelbaar

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Restful , in a beautiful location
Pros:

Easy to check in , lovely room, big car park . Filling breakfast . Felt safe

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Maria • extended_group • gb
10
3 wet cyclists and nothing was too much for them. Food was fab too
Pros:

Super friendly staff. Absolutely nothing was too much.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Clive • couple • gb
8
Quiet cleam comfortable
Pros:

Quiet clean modern room. Good bathroom. Good lighting. Staff obliging.

Cons:

Bedside table too far from.bed and could not be moved.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Baz • solo_traveller • gb
9
Don't miss the chance to visit Machynlleth
Pros:

The staff/. Locaction / the Bar

Cons:

Was nt able to stay longer

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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alison • couple • gb
8
Good for a one night stop over
Pros:

Easy to find and central location. Free parking. Staff were welcoming and the room was clean. Nice bathroom

Cons:

Very basic

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great hotel, great pub, great location, great price. Perfect!

Cons:

The town clock is a bit noisy! 😁

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Gethin • couple • gb
9
Nice clean quiet room in the centre of Machynlleth.
Pros:

The accommodation part of the hotel was spotlessly clean, including the stairs, corridor and the room itself. The staff were welcoming and very helpful.

Cons:

Can't think of anything.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • family_with_children • it
9
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad Maaz • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Excellent facilities and budget-friendly

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • gb
7
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • solo_traveller • gb
10
The hotel offers great food and clean and comfortable rooms
Pros:

It was very lively lots of people there

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • extended_group • gb
8
Convenient stop on a cycle trip
Pros:

Bike storage and charging for an ebike. Our room was big but faced the main road.

Cons:

Unfortunately the clock chimes through the night and my room was near the clock

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Very helpful staff

Cons:

My room was on the fire escape route.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
10
Great location for a stopover
Pros:

Great clean room. Very quiet. Pub serves great food and very warm and friendly staff. Off road parking which was a must as touring on motorcycles.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • gb
7
Expensive for what was provided
Pros:

Relatively quiet room that was clean.

Cons:

Minimal soap/shampoo, no drinking glasses provided for water etc, poor value.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Ian • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee