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The Lion

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
Bar (on property)
Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom
Steam room
Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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Map
41 Broad St, Pontypool, Wales, NP4 9NH
  • Popular LocationBig Pit National Coal Museum4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBorough Theatre18 min drive
  • Popular LocationAbergavenny Museum and Castle18 min drive
  • AirportCardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)73 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Family Studio

Family Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Fan
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Pontypool

At The Lion you'll be within steps of Blaenavon World Heritage Centre and Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .A day of pampering at The Lion can include massages along with access to the sauna. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas and a sauna. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Pontypool hotel, you'll be 7.6 km (4.7 mi) from Brecon Beacons National Park.

What's nearby

  • Blaenavon Ironworks - 9 min walk
  • Big Pit National Coal Museum - 4 min drive
  • Tithe Barn - 18 min drive
  • Borough Theatre - 18 min drive
  • Abergavenny Museum and Castle - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Rhymney Station - 17 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • Butterflies Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • The Towpath Inn - 9 min drive
  • Beaufort Arms - 9 min drive
  • The Whistle Inn - 4 min drive
  • Tafarn y Bont - 6 min drive

About this property

The Lion

Upscale hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast
The Lion offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and a fireplace in the lobby are also featured at The Lion. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Pontypool hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lion offers 12 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Pontypool hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, The Lion. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.0

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lion Hotel Blaenavon
Lion Hotel Pontypool
Lion Pontypool
Hotel The Lion Pontypool
Pontypool The Lion Hotel
The Lion Pontypool
Lion Hotel
Lion
Hotel The Lion
The Lion Hotel
The Lion Pontypool
The Lion Hotel Pontypool

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lion?

The Lion offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion on 16 May 2024 start from AU$208.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Lion?

Yep, The Lion has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Lion?

Yep, The Lion is available for guests. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like massages.

What makes The Lion a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Lion.

Does The Lion serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lion?

No, The Lion does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lion?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lion?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Lion?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Lion Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Room was clean but some attention to detail needed. Curtain pole fell down on opening curtains. Shower tray overflowed. Limited space around overlarge sink. Nowhere to put wash bag when in use. Bed comfy. Room quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a pleasure to stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, food drink, room, shower, and awesome bteakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lenten

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can't fault anything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, very quick and easy check in and out. Had an evening meal which was excellent. Good breakfast. Comfortable beds with nice selection of toiletries. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023