The Sun Hotel & Bar

3.5 star property

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Dining
Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed
Front of property
Interior detail
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Explore the area

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63-65 Church Street, Lancaster, England, LA1 1ET
  • Place, Lancaster City Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lancaster Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Theater
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Double Room, 1 King Bed

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

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Lancaster

The Sun Hotel & Bar puts you in the heart of Lancaster, within steps of Judges' Lodgings and Cottage Museum. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .Sun Hotel & Bar is the inn's own pub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. On weekday mornings cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Lancaster inn you'll find Blackpool Beach.

What's nearby

  • Cottage Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Judges' Lodgings - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lancaster City Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lancaster Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Theater - 4 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Lancaster Station - 6 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ye Olde John O'Gaunt - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Merchants 1688 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Sun Hotel & Bar

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Sun Hotel & Bar also features a terrace, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

This 3.5-star Lancaster inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1681
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Sun Hotel & Bar offers 16 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 5 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sun Hotel & Bar

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1681
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 12.0 per night.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 5 to 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 12.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

The Sun Hotel & Bar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

As of 13 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sun Hotel & Bar on 16 June 2026 start from AU$177, 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Sun Hotel & Bar?

The closest beach to The Sun Hotel & Bar is Blackpool Beach (38.3 km).

Does The Sun Hotel & Bar serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is served weekdays from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

No, The Sun Hotel & Bar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

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

Are pets allowed at The Sun Hotel & Bar?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Sun Hotel & Bar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 279 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfy, spacious room. Good food and nice bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely. The staff were so kind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in one of the suites with a tub. It was an excellent room and we really enjoyed out stay. The restaurant was also excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kontessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice to stay in such a unique and comfortable hotel. Central location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position in the city centre and lovely place to eat too
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed her a few times Love it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality establishment in prime location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay at The Sun Inn. Excellent value for money. I was upgraded free of charge. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Room was spacious and the bed was extremely comfortable. Would definitely stay at The Sun Inn again next time I visit Lancaster.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ian Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looking forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bertha

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

One night stay

Hotel in centre of Lancaster, close to all amenities. Nice room, good breakfast and helpful, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, centrally located with lots of historic charm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable location for central Lancaster and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, excellent rooms, fantastic location and wonderful staff. Highly recommend for a stay in Lancaster
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay from start to finish
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

DAVE

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

Great hotel

Very nice hotel and staff nothing was to much trouble will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location and well appointed. Bit nonplussed with the lack of bottled water in the room when glasses are provided tho'. We didn't eat in the hotel but the menu looked very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pub and garden!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Would stay again

Nice and clean, very handy for a nights stay, 5 minutes walk from the train station, excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of Lancaster's hidden gems by the castle with great breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

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

Great spot for a trip to Lancaster

Very comfortable stay - staff all excellent, food was very good and the location is perfect. I stayed for work but would definitely recommend for a leisure break. Room was small but comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super friendly staff, great food, perfect location and and clean room. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay with good dining. Lift would have made it easier, on site parking would make it a 5*.!.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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

Will be back

Great room. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025