The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom (223 m from centre)

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223 m from centre

This historic coaching inn has been a popular haunt for literary giants like Charles Dickens and Charles Darwin. With its stunning Elizabethan architecture, The Lion is nestled in the heart of Shrewsbury's old town. This Grade I-listed building boasts a cozy Tudor fireplace where guests can unwind. Interestingly, it was here that Dickens penned some of his famous works, including "The Pickwick Papers". Over the years, the hotel has also played host to notable figures like Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli and legendary violinist Niccolò Paganini. Each room is uniquely furnished with a blend of modern decor and original features. Private bathrooms come equipped with all the essentials, including TVs and tea/coffee facilities. The charming historic center of Shrewsbury is just a short 5-minute stroll away, while Pride Hill and Darwin shopping centers are within a 10-minute walk. Shrewsbury Rail Station can be reached in about 15 minutes on foot.

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Room description Single Room - En Suite Room info An en suite bathroom is featured in this room.	Single Room - En Suite	Show prices
Room description Double Room Ensuite Room info An en suite bathroom is featured in this room. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Double Room Ensuite	Show prices
Room description Twin Room en suite Room info An en suite bathroom is featured in this room. Children and extra beds Children: no more than 1	Twin Room en suite	Show prices

Area Info - The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

Closest landmarks

Shrewsbury Cathedral 0.2 km
Shrewsbury Library 0.4 km
Shrewsbury Castle 0.5 km
Shrewsbury Town Council 0.6 km
Shrewsbury & Atcham Borough Council 0.6 km
Shropshire Council 1.4 km
Shrewsbury College of Arts and Technology 2.3 km
Royal Shrewsbury Hospital 2.8 km
Attingham Park 6.2 km
Telford College of Arts and Technology 17.1 km

Restaurants and markets

Pride Hill and Darwin Shopping Centres Supermarket 0.6 km

Airports

Liverpool John Lennon Airport 70.5 km
Birmingham Airport 74.1 km
Manchester Airport 79.7 km

Facilities - The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

General	Pets allowed, Parking, On-site parking, Private parking
Services	Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Reception services	24-hour front desk, Luggage storage
Miscellaneous	Fire extinguishers, CCTV outside property, CCTV in common areas, Smoke alarms, Key card access, 24-hour security, Pet bowls, Non-smoking throughout, Heating, Non-smoking rooms

House Rules - The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury

Check-in	15:00
Check-out	11:00
Internet	WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking	Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 5 per day.
Pets	Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Children and extra bed policy	Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 6 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available cot. Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
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^*The Fine Print

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas. Any Client wishing to book 5 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 10% deposit at the time of Booking. This payment is non-refundable and nontransferable. Any Client wishing to book 10 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 20% deposit at the time of Booking. This payment is non-refundable and nontransferable. Please note some of the rooms have further stairs after the lift, if guests prefer to be on the main corridor and near the lift please mention this in the Special Request Section when booking. The hotel has limited parking, and follows a first-come-first-served policy. Other parking areas are located nearby.