White Lion Royal Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A room with leather sofas, a mirror, and a door with a sign.
A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, patterned wallpaper, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.
A wooden coffee table with a round top and a smaller round table beside it, both with metal legs.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a television, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Explore the area

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High Street, Bala, Bala, Wales, LL23 7AE
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Llyn Tegid
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bala Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Room (3 Adults)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (4 Poster Bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Studio Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Bala

At White Lion Royal Hotel you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Llyn Tegid and Maes Tegid. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find a television in a common area and a banquet hall. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Bala hotel you'll find Eryri National Park.

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Llyn Tegid - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Maes Tegid - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bala Lake - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bala Lake Railway - Bala Station - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Betws-Y-Coed Station - 31 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Goat - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Y Cyfnod Cafe & Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bulls Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bryntirion Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Henry Robertson Dining Room - ‬7 min drive

About this property

White Lion Royal Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. White Lion Royal Hotel also features express check-in, express check-out, and a television in common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Bala hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
White Lion Royal Hotel offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Golf
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Royal White Lion
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at White Lion Royal Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at White Lion Royal Hotel?

As of 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Lion Royal Hotel on 9 Nov 2026 start from AU$163, 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 White Lion Royal Hotel?

Yep, White Lion Royal Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at White Lion Royal Hotel?

No, White Lion Royal Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at White Lion Royal Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at White Lion Royal Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

White Lion Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 505 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 166 out of 505 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 505 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 505 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 505 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, comfy bed, perfect for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & sizeable rooms.Could not ask for more. Stayed here many times & would not hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and nice and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, in a lovely area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff top notch, food excellent. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really pleasant hotel with excellent staff and very clean and handy location for me to book every couple of weekends for work.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice specious room with old days feeling, love it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely. Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely be booking again we really enjoyed our stay, Staff very welcoming and helpful along with the locals. Such a beutiful pub/hotel and restaurant and right in the centre of the town too with lots around you to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable. Great bike storage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean and friendly staff. Stay here regularly and always the best place to stay in balla and value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Other than the bed being uncomfortable and a lack of customer service when I arrived and left. It was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bala is a beautiful place to be, lots of shops, pubs, restaurants and places to walk. The lake is obviously a delight and the steam railway ride is fabulous. I'd definately stay here again, especially because of the fantastic hospitality I got at the White Lion. I couldn't have asked for more. Thankyou!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a nice place to stay, nice people And new owners who need our support Been twice now will be back later in the year
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel but I would advise booking a room on the second floor as none of the rooms have carpets so I didn't get a lot of sleep due to the people upstairs repeatedly getting up and walking about at all hours followed by the draymans delivery early in the morning which was right below my room. Its a perfectly good stay and very well situated in Bala,.... just make sure you book a second floor room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a good hotel but not great. Room was large but beds not comfortable and shower flooded the bathroom. Dinner in pub was good. Limited parking available
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was great, breakfast was average.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean, though the bathroom especially was a bit tired. Parking in the pub is very limited and was often full, though on-street seemed fairly readily available. Breakfast bacon roll is best avoided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect for what we wanted, although there were a lot of steps up to our room on the top floor! Large clean room with comfortable beds. The window would have benefited from a good clean though. Lovely staff, decent breakfast and great sunny beer garden which was handy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bottom line, all things being equal would I stay again? Yes. Relatively cheap and cheerful albeit quite a "tired" accommodation. Functional but no thrills. Based on a typical small town high street with a range of shops and beautiful countryside surrounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff on arrival and throughout the stay. The family room was spacious and comfortable beds. Breakfast was great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026