The Lion Hotel, Blaenavon ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

41 Broad Street, Blaenavon, Blaenavon, United Kingdom, NP4 9NH

The Lion Hotel is situated in the historic town of Blaenavon, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This hotel blends contemporary design with local charm, providing an ideal base for visitors exploring the surrounding Brecon Beacons. With an award-winning restaurant and a strong focus on Welsh ingredients, it offers a unique culinary experience. Guests can easily access local attractions, including the Blaenavon World Heritage Centre and Big Pit National Coal Museum.

Location

The Lion Hotel is conveniently located in Blaenavon, easily accessible via the M4 and A465 roads. It is also well served by public transport, with bus routes from nearby areas and taxicabs available. The nearest railway station is in Abergavenny, approximately 0.0 km away. Free parking is available at the hotel, and the establishment is situated close to several heritage sites and scenic walking routes.

Rooms

The Lion Hotel features 12 en-suite rooms, each equipped with modern amenities tailored for comfort. All accommodations include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee making facilities. The room types range from Classic Double to Twin/Family rooms, catering to various guest needs. Notable features include adjustable fan-assisted heating and ample storage options throughout the rooms.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's restaurant serves a diverse à la carte menu focused on local produce, showcasing the flavors of Wales. Diners can choose from various dishes, including fresh seafood and seasonal meats, paired with a selection of local ales and ciders. The lounge area provides additional light bites and refreshments, including afternoon tea. Guests can also enjoy Sunday lunches, a highlight in the local dining scene.

Leisure & Business

For relaxation, the hotel offers a wellness suite complete with a sauna, steam room, and heated loungers. Additionally, guests can engage in a range of leisure activities, including guided walks and cycling around the Brecon Beacons. Business travelers will find supportive amenities, including free Wi-Fi and convenient access to local attractions for vital networking. Events hosted in-house include live music and themed evenings.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive Double Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Classic Twin or Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double Room

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2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Blaenavon100 m

Airports

Cardiff (CWL) 69.1 km

Bristol (BRS) 75.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

The Full Welsh Breakfast was a standout, with perfectly poached eggs and high-quality bacon and sausage that made my morning delightful.view full review

Super Comfortable Bed

The bed in our standard double room was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful sleep every night of our stay.view full review

Hassle-Free Parking

I was pleasantly surprised by the free parking; it was convenient and made getting around so much easier during our trip.view full review

Exceptional Care

The staff went above and beyond to make my partner's birthday special, from thoughtful decorations to accommodating our wishes with great attention.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Locker room
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Special diet menus

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

41 Broad Street, Blaenavon, Blaenavon, United Kingdom, NP4 9NH

Map view

41 Broad Street, Blaenavon, Blaenavon, United Kingdom, NP4 9NH

City landmarks

Museum

Big Pit National Coal Museum

1.9 km

Museum

Blaenavon Ironworks

630 m

101 High Street Blaenavon Workmen's Hall

Blaenavon Community Heritage and Cordell Museum

1.0 km

St Peter's Parish Church

1.0 km

War Memorial

1.0 km

Blaenavon World Heritage Site

Coity tip trail Big Pit Mining Museum

650 m

Broad Street

680 m

Keepers Pond

650 m

Bethlehem Congregational Chapel

680 m

Garn Road Garn yr erw

Garn Lakes

2.0 km

Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway

1.9 km

Coity Mountain

2.3 km

Sardis Congregational Chapel

3.6 km

Blorenge

3.9 km

North West of Abertillery

Cwmtillery Lakes

4.6 km

St Paul's

4.4 km

Heads of the Valleys Rd

Clydach Gorge

4.9 km

Old Ironworks

4.9 km

High Street,

Blaina Heritage Centre

5.3 km

Museum

Abergavenny Museum and Castle

6.8 km

Brecon Canal

Goytre Wharf & Canal Visitor Centre

6.5 km

Chapel Road Chapel Road

Guardian

6.8 km

Monk Street

The Tithe Barn

7.0 km

Nearby

Horeb Welsh Baptist Chapel

270 m

Park Street Methodist Church

280 m

Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway

100 m

Blaenavon Heritage Group

170 m

Blaenavon Workmen's Hall

290 m

Griffin Club

400 m

Restaurants

The Lion Hotel and Restaurant

10 m

41 Broad Street

Lotus

50 m

62 Broad Street

Sprinklez

60 m

76-78 Broad Street

Butterflies Bar & Kitchen

280 m

31 Queen Street Pontypool

The Keepers Cafe

220 m

96 Broad Street

Queen Victoria Inn

280 m

Church Road Prince Street

blaenavon heritage tea rooms

420 m

Church Road World Heritage Centre

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

stylish rooms

excellent service

average facilities

value for money

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

8.3

Service

8.3

Dining

8.0

Donald

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.0/10

The hotel had modern rooms with stunning boutique style bathrooms where we stayed, offering instant hot water, making our stay very comfortable for the kids. The service was exceptional with attentive housekeeping and a lovely welcome drink. The location was perfect for exploring activities in-and-around the Brecon Beacons, with a warm family atmosphere at the nearby packed restaurants and pubs serving delicious food. The dining experience included tasty Thai dishes, and the facilities were top-notch, adding great value to our stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautifully furnished with contemporary style and instant hot water, perfect for our family stay.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, with attentive housekeeping and a lovely welcome drink, making us feel truly pampered.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was ideal, with easy access to all activities in-and-around the Brecon Beacons, and the nearby restaurants and pubs offered a real family atmosphere.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful with included tasty Thai dishes, adding a special touch to our stay.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were excellent, offering everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Dan

United Kingdom, December 2023

6.4/10

The hotel has modern rooms with contemporary furnishings and excellent bathrooms, but it overlooks two derelict shops instead of a mountain view. The service is good, especially with a welcome drink, but the restaurant on Sunday was fully booked. The location, although packed with a real family atmosphere, was small and disappointing. The dining experience included snacks, and the facilities were decent.

Rooms

8.0

The room had beautiful bed and shower with contemporary furnishings and a walk-in shower.

Service

7.0

The service was attentive, and the welcome drink added a nice touch.

Location

5.0

The location felt crowded and lacked the promised mountain view, instead overlooking two derelict shops.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience included snacks and was satisfactory.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities met basic needs but were not exceptional.

Harold

United Kingdom, May 2023

9.0/10

The hotel had stunning boutique style bathrooms and beautiful bed & shower in the rooms, with instant hot water. The service was top-notch with excellent housekeeping and a lovely welcome drink. Its location in the centre of Blaenavon was perfect for exploring the black mountains and enjoying wonderful hiking trails. The dining experience, with included seasonal dishes, was exceptional. However, the price for the value could be improved a bit, and the facilities were average.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautifully designed with stunning boutique style bathrooms and a comfortable bed & shower. Instant hot water was a great plus.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding, with excellent housekeeping and a lovely welcome drink upon arrival.

Location

10.0

The hotel is ideally located in the centre of Blaenavon, close to the black mountains for wonderful hiking experiences. Perfect for exploring the area.

Dining

10.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with delicious seasonal dishes included in the stay.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were average, could be improved for a better overall experience.

stylish rooms

average facilities