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The Lion & Key Hotel

Property class: 4

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a view of the city through large windows.
A bar area with multiple shelves stocked with various liquor bottles, a cash register, and a glass display case.
A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, marble flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A bar area with a sign reading "LION & KEY CAFE BAR GRILL".
A hotel exterior with outdoor seating and a sign reading "The Lion & Key Hotel".

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

Explore the area

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475-477 High Road Leyton, London, England, E10 5EL
  • Place, Breyer Group Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Lee Valley VeloPark
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪103 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room - Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Double Room - Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a round window, a potted plant, a bedside phone, and a folded towel on the bed.

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Single Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a minibar, a television, and a patterned carpet.

Classic Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a mirror.

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a nightstand with a lamp and a plant.

Classic Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Classic Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and an orange sofa.

Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Grand Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a blue chair, and a wooden wardrobe.

Grand Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand with a phone, and a door with a curtain.

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a round window, a potted plant, and a bedside phone.

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Single Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a phone.

Classic Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

London

At The Lion & Key Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Westfield Stratford City. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 8:00 AM and noon and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Waltham Forest hotel include Excel London and Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Breyer Group Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Leyton Leisure Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lee Valley VeloPark - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Olympic Village - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Leytonstone High Road Overground Station - 4 min drive
  • Leyton Midland Road Overground Station - 8 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coach & Horses - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yardarm - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chunk Provisions - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Leyton Orient Supporters Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Perky Blenders @ Project 660 - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Lion & Key Hotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Lion & Key Hotel also features multilingual staff, room service (during limited hours), and a front desk safe.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Lion & Key Hotel offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. 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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

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

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay

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

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: from approximately GBP 18 for adults and from GBP 18 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lion Key Hotel
Lion Key London
Lion Key Hotel London
The Lion & Key Hotel Hotel
The Lion & Key Hotel London England
The Lion & Key Hotel London
The Lion & Key Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lion & Key Hotel?

The Lion & Key Hotel 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 & Key Hotel?

As of 5 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion & Key Hotel on 18 Oct 2026 start from AU$182, 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 & Key Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Lion & Key Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered weekdays from 8:00 AM to noon and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lion & Key Hotel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Lion & Key Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Lion & Key Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 910 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 910 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 910 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 910 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 910 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really wonderful stay, great and well priced restaurant/bar downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, if slightly overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No words besides quiet, maintained and just spot on for a good rest close to the heart of the UK
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked this hotel as it had a family room and wasn’t too far away from the ABBA voyage event. Clean, comfortable beds and it had air conditioning. Which was most welcome as we went to London during the heat wave. Great choice of breakfast on offer and the food was lovely. Would book there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel and very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel and fab very reasonable restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stated one night after a concert at London Stadium. Only one stop on the central line and a 15 minute walk. Really enjoyed dinner and breakfast at the adjoining restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms very clean and tidy and the restaurant attached had lovely staff too and the food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to be at. Tesco was close by and other places to eat besides their restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the room was very clean and well dressed, simple and contemporary. the menu is extensive and delicious. the staff are very accommodating and friendly. there's even a restaurant discount for hotel guests. the reception and restaurant are pretty and it is a very nice place to stay. would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really impressed by this hotel. Friendly staff, comfortable room. Food was exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean hotel , convenient area for supplies, friendly staff, room service ,
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, friendly very helpful. 24 hour service when needed
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were just simply very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nicely decorated and really fresh looking. The staff were all great and very helpful when needed. We would easily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't use the bar and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room ! Good check in and out ! 2nd time I have stayed there !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
friendly staff, clean and modern room. Coffee and tea in room service. Plenty of access to shampoo and towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly. Restaurant very good value for money and great food. Room spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025