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Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Criccieth Castle

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Front of property
Signature Apartment
Lobby
Garden
Front of property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec

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Y Maes, Criccieth, Wales, LL52 0AA
  • Place, Criccieth Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Yr Wyddfa
  • Place, Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 12 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double or Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Double or Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 12 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Standard Single Room, 1 Single Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 1 King Bed | Living area

Apartment, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Apartment

Signature Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Criccieth

At Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Criccieth Castle and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Black Rock Sands. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .The diner, Llewely Restaurant, is open for lunch and dinner. The Mane Place Bar is the hotel's own bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and a lift. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Criccieth hotel include Harlech Castle and Caernarfon Castle.

What's nearby

  • Criccieth Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eryri National Park - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Caernarfon Castle - 28 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Harlech Castle - 32 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 47 min drive - 59.1 km

Getting around

  • Criccieth Station - 4 min walk
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coast House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mash and Barrel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sea View Tea Rooms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Golden Fleece Inn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

Hotel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Criccieth Castle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments also features a garden and a lift. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Criccieth hotel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments offers 46 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

This Criccieth hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Llewely Restaurant
  • The Mane Place Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 per person

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
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.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

Lion Hotel Criccieth
Lion Criccieth
The Lion Hotel
Lion And Studio Apartments
Lion Hotel Studio Apartments
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Hotel
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Criccieth
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Hotel Criccieth

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

As of 15 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments on 18 Dec 2025 start from AU$90.44, 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 Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Yep, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

The closest beach to Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments is Black Rock Sands (5.1 km).

What makes Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments.

Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments serve breakfast?

You bet, guests are hooked on the buffet brekkie here! Offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

No, Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

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

Are pets allowed at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 296 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vitaly

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved the quite night and the amazing sun rise from my room with the beach view and the hills. The breakfast is very good and tasty. I would like to just highlight to pay more attention to small details in regarding the cleaning., but overall a nice experience. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Amenities
Good clean room helpfull friendly staff good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was very dusty. There were cobwebs in various places. The room could’ve done with a lick of paint and modernised. The staff were pleasant and the communal areas had some charm, but again, could do with a bit of touching up. I didn’t mind the hotel because it gave me nostalgia to a bygone era, but to somebody looking for a modern hotel, this is not for them.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely old hotel

This hotel has a fantastic chef who prepares meals to perfection. The hotel is conveniently situated to the beach. Also good for exploring the peninsular. Old fashioned but quaint and I would recommend staying here. Easy parking. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made to feel very welcome. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
In face value it was fine for the age and availability but we both are covered in bites and it can only be bed bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Liked: Room comfort

Moderate

Food options were very poor for me being allergic to eggs and anything hot-spicey. The evening meals we had on our 2 day stay were excellent, tasty and well cooked. Breakfast left a bit to be desired. Poor choice of cereals and very little choice for people who don't like the "full english" option. However our room was nice, spacious and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kalik

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff members very welcoming and respectful. Reception closes early, which was bit inconvenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Owen

Travelled with family
Okay for one night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kirstin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very disappointed

Very dirty room. Website is misleading as the photos are nothing like the reality. Awful smell when you arrived. Had to go in a bar to check in with two young children. Reception was closed. Breakfast was terrible. Beds uncomfortable. Rooms were very hot. My husband never complains and even he thought it was terrible. Would not return sadly. The photos are just two of so many I could have taken but I couldn’t be bothered to be honest. It was just dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Padma

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall great stay

Our stay here was lovely. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The only down side, is the choice of Rose wine. Only one (Zinfadel) which I do not like, so I was unable to enjoy my normal Rose with my dinner. Strongly suggest, that they give another choice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pawan Kumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A short Break.

This was my second visit to The Lion. The hotel offers excellent service at a very reasonable rate. The staff are friendly and the food on offer is very good and at a very competitive price. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Lovely hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elvira

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A Delightful Stay with Exceptional My recent stay was truly wonderful, and a significant part of that was thanks to the fantastic staff. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with genuine warmth and efficiency. Check-in was seamless, and the reception team was incredibly helpful. My room was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed, providing a peaceful haven after a day of exploring. I particularly appreciated the convenience of the kitchenette in the studio apartment - a real bonus! The views of the town and castle from my window were an added treat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danai

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel

Very nice location, close to the beach and main street. Warm and clean room, tasty breakfast. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mr Errol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location and parking. Clean and tidy. Breakfast good but perhaps more fresh fruits . Seem to run out quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice time, thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025