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The Royal Lion Hotel

Lyme Regis , 60 Broad Street (Show on Map)

8.4

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Royal Lion Hotel is a charming and characterful hotel located in the heart of Lyme Regis, just a few yards from the seafront and surrounded by shops. The hotel offers a lovely breakfast experience with high-quality food and an excellent selection, although there were a few negative reviews regarding cold plates, burnt toast and yucky coffee. The food in the bar and restaurant is generally excellent, although there were a few guests who were disappointed with the quality of food on a Sunday evening and the lack of vegetables in the main meal options. The hotel's rooms are clean and well decorated with comfortable bedding and large, lovely bathrooms, although some guests have mentioned faulty showers and slightly old mattresses. The hotel boasts a high standard of cleanliness with clean and tidy public areas and charming guest rooms. The staff receives glowing reviews from their guests with many praising their professionalism, friendliness and helpfulness. The hotel's swimming pool facilities are sure to be a highlight of your trip with guests loving the lovely indoor pool and jacuzzi. The hotel has a good size car park, although some guests were frustrated by the £10 surcharge for using it. Overall, The Royal Lion Hotel is a lovely stay in a comfortable and friendly hotel with a great location and excellent facilities.
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Room Types

Comfy Double The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

Comfy Accessible Room The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Comfy for 1 The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Comfy for 4 Providing free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Comfy Twin Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Deluxe Room The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe with Terrace The spacious double room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe for 3 The spacious triple room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. This triple room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Indulgence Featuring free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Quadruple Room Offering free toiletries, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room offers a wardrobe, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit offers 2 beds.

About The Royal Lion Hotel

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Guest Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Location

The Royal Lion Hotel boasts an amazing location in the heart of Lyme Regis with many guests emphasizing the convenience of being just a few yards from the seafront and surrounded by shops. The handy on-site parking is an added bonus, making it an ideal choice for those looking to explore the town on foot. With its historical charm and professional staff, this well-located establishment offers an ideal base for a holiday in Lyme Regis. Whether you want to explore the local shops or take a stroll along the beach, everything is right at your fingertips when you stay at The Royal Lion Hotel.

Breakfast

The Royal Lion Hotel offers a lovely breakfast experience with high-quality food and an excellent selection. The full English breakfast is a great choice with plenty of options to choose from and cooked to order. The breakfast room is lovely and well-presented, making it a great start to the day. Most reviewers highly praised the breakfast, describing it as excellent with fantastic options and generous portions. However, there were a few negative reviews regarding the cold plates, burnt toast and yucky coffee. Although, the majority of guests found the breakfast top quality, well-cooked and very well presented. Overall, the generous options at breakfast are a redeeming factor of the stay – highly recommended for a wonderful breakfast experience!

Dinner

If you're looking for a convenient option for dinner, The Royal Lion Hotel has you covered. Guests were pleased with the food in the bar and restaurant with many describing the evening meals as excellent. Some even went so far as to say that the food was exceptional overall. Breakfast also received high praise. However, there were a few guests who were disappointed with the quality of food on a Sunday evening and the lack of vegetables in the main meal options. Additionally, some were upset to find that the restaurant doesn't use local produce with fish being imported from New Zealand despite the hotel's location in the seaside town of Lyme Regis. One guest was even further disappointed by the undisclosed car parking charges. Overall, while there were a few shortcomings, most guests were satisfied with the food at The Royal Lion Hotel.

Rooms

If you're looking for a stay at a lovely, characterful hotel, look no further than The Royal Lion. With spacious reception rooms and communal areas, as well as lots of lovely comfortable rooms, there's plenty of space to unwind. The decor is traditional and old fashioned with a beautiful oldy-worldy vibe that everyone will love. The rooms themselves are clean and well decorated with comfortable bedding and large, lovely bathrooms. Some even have amazing sea views, making your stay all the more special. While some guests have mentioned faulty showers and slightly old mattresses, the rooms and facilities generally meet expectations. One thing to note is that the building is very old with sloping floors, so you may end up on a slope in your room. Additionally, some guests have found the check-in desk arrangement awkwardly positioned. However, this is a minor inconvenience when you factor in the great location and fantastically historic pub with a grand feeling. Finally, it's worth noting that while some guests have paid extra for larger beds or room upgrades, they have been disappointed to find that these options aren't actually available. Overall though, guests agree that this is a lovely choice for a hotel stay.

Beds

Guests staying at The Royal Lion Hotel can have a comfortable stay in the hotel's cozy rooms. While some guests may find the beds a bit too firm or soft, there are those who rave about the really comfortable beds and bedding provided. The mattresses in some rooms seem a bit old though. There's a variation of bed sizes with some rooms having small beds, while others have a double and single perfect for families. Although the quilt provided can be described as uncomfortably heavy, most guests are still able to enjoy very comfortable rooms. The bedroom is nice and comes with good heating, ensuring guests have a comfortable sleep. Overall, it's a lovely stay in a comfortable and friendly hotel with guests lauding the really comfortable bed.

Cleanliness

The Royal Lion Hotel boasts a high standard of cleanliness with clean and tidy public areas and charming guest rooms. Guests describe the rooms as very comfortable and spotlessly clean with warm, inviting interiors. The hotel pool area is also praised for its cleanliness, making for a refreshing and enjoyable experience. Unfortunately, there have been isolated incidents of poor room cleaning and maintenance, such as a black shower hose or a stained toilet basin, but for the most part, the hotel seems to prioritize cleanliness and upkeep. Overall, guests can expect exceptional cleanliness at The Royal Lion Hotel, making for a comfortable and hygienic stay.

Staff

The Royal Lion Hotel's staff receives glowing reviews from their guests! From the moment you walk in, you'll be welcomed by lovely, friendly and helpful staff. They go above and beyond to ensure you have a perfect stay, providing outstanding customer service and offering advice. Reviews mention staff members by name, such as Sharon at reception, who went above and beyond. The staff's professionalism and friendliness extend to all areas of the hotel, from housekeeping to the breakfast and bar staff. Guests compliment the staff's effectiveness, warm welcome and willingness to help. However, there are a few negative reviews regarding the management and some officious staff, but the majority of the reviews contain nothing but praise for the excellent, friendly and helpful staff.

Pool

If you're looking for a hotel with an amazing swimming pool, The Royal Lion Hotel may just be the perfect option. Guests just can't get enough of this fantastic pool, which is available for exclusive use and all facilities that come with it. The pool area is clean, secure and perfect for families and there's even a games room for added entertainment. Guests love the idea of booking the pool to themselves and getting 30 minutes all by themselves. If you're looking for relaxation, you'll love the pool, sauna and jacuzzi, which are all available and working well. The size of the pool is much better than most hotel pools - spanning 45 feet, it's a superb spot for a refreshing swim. For those who are seeking even more relaxation, the sauna and jacuzzi are perfect and the heated pool is out of this world. Additionally, guests can enjoy the exclusive use of the pool, which is a great added bonus. Overall, travelers love this lovely indoor pool and jacuzzi and recommend it as the perfect place for a relaxing stay. Whether you're traveling with family or friends, The Royal Lion Hotel's swimming pool facilities are sure to be a highlight of your trip.

Parking

Guests of The Royal Lion Hotel have mixed feelings about the parking. Many found it very convenient to have private parking with some even describing it as a plus and an added bonus. However, there were frustrations among some guests, who were charged a £10 surcharge for using the car park. Some felt this was pricey and didn't mention it on booking sites. Management did agree to deduct the car parking fee to compensate in some cases. While some guests appreciated the need for parking charges in high season, others found it unacceptable and disappointing to be charged on top of their room rate. Despite this, the hotel does have a good size car park and a great location.

Yes, The Royal Lion Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Royal Lion Hotel.

No, The Royal Lion Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Royal Lion Hotel.

No, The Royal Lion Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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