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The Black Lion Hotel

3.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Superior Room | Bathroom
A neatly made bed with striped pillows, a tufted headboard, and wall-mounted lamps.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Black Lion Hotel facade with a traditional brick exterior, multiple windows, and a prominent entrance.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

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High Street, Cardigan, Wales, SA431HJ
  • Place, Cardigan Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cardigan Guildhall Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Coach House Visitor Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a striped pillow and a tufted headboard.

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room

A neatly made bed with a striped pillow and a tufted headboard.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

A neatly made bed with a striped pillow and a tufted headboard.

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cardigan

At The Black Lion Hotel you'll be within steps of Cardigan Castle and Cardigan Guildhall Market. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Restaurant/Bar, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas. .In proximity to this 3-property class Cardigan hotel you'll find Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

What's nearby

  • Cardigan Castle - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cardigan Guildhall Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Small World Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Coach House Visitor Centre - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • St Dogmaels Abbey - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Clunderwen Station - 29 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Pendre Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Grosvenor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Food For Thought Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finch Square Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crwst - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Black Lion Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Cardigan hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Black Lion Hotel offers 14 accommodations with espresso makers and a hairdryer. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant/Bar

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Black Lion Hotel ?

The closest beach to The Black Lion Hotel is Poppit Sands Beach (3.5 km).

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Lion Hotel ?

As of 4 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Lion Hotel on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$190, 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.

Does The Black Lion Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free full brekkie is available weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Black Lion Hotel ?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Black Lion Hotel ?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Black Lion Hotel ?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Black Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krisanth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, great breakfast, staff were friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kraig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really lovely stay over
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room very clean, staff were helpful and pleasant. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Staff , Anton and all the ladies were all helpful and polite , will stay there again at a drop of a hat Tracey and Sian in room 15
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the high street. Very comfortable and clean room. Nice breakfast. Ideal for an overnight like we did
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and nice room Excellent friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Room was spotless and staff were really freindly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely room!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helpful and friendly staff, great vegan breakfast, clean and inviting spacious room. Right in the centre of Cardigan and overnight parking in pay and display car park right behind it, just a £1 for overnight parking!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MIKE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and our stay was perfect as was the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great to see that this fabulous Hotel has a new lease of Life in central Cardigan, tasteful refirbished, friendly staff, comfortable bed, great locally produced breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Black Lion. From the moment we walked through the door, we were made welcome and the staff couldn't do enough for us. The room was tastefully decorated, specious and clean. The food served was delicious. Would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best breakfasts we have ever had. Very good premium ingredients.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was amazing! Spotless and one of the most comfortable beds ever. Staff were beyond nice and helpful. This was the classic pub with rooms and it didn’t disappoint at all!! I hope to go back and stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very welcoming, stylish and comfortable. Staff brilliant, breakfast great. 100% recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Lovely overnight winter stay. Hotel and rooms are spotless. Comfy bed with quality bedding, everything felt of good quality. Excellent shower and modern bathroom. We chose the Black Lion as we prefer to stay and eat in establishments that do not allow dogs and there aren't many now ( I know some people would disagree and want to take their dogs everywhere but we all need a place we can feel comfortable in and every other venue in town seems to accept dogs now so dog owners have plenty of options). We had a meal in the bar which was excellent quality and breakfast was included in our stay with plenty of choices available. Attention to detail in the refurb of the building is a credit to the owners and staff. It is just a beautiful building! Last but not least every member of staff we met were friendly, engaging and professional so all in all a fabulous stay and I would highly recommend. Hospitality like it used to be!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025