The Lion
4.0 star property
4-star spa hotel with free breakfast
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Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
- Spa
- Bar
- Housekeeping
- Parking included
Explore the area
41 Broad St, Pontypool, Wales, NP4 9NH
- Blaenavon IronworksPlace, Blaenavon Ironworks5 min walk
- Big Pit National Coal MuseumPlace, Big Pit National Coal Museum3 min drive
- Abergavenny Museum and CastlePlace, Abergavenny Museum and Castle11 min drive
- Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)62 min drive
Room options
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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
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Family Studio
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood
Pontypool
Pontypool retreat .You'll be steps from Blaenavon Community Heritage and Cordell Museum and a 5-minute walk from Blaenavon World Heritage Centre. Also, Blaenavon Ironworks is within half a mile (1 km) and Big Pit National Coal Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
- Blaenavon Ironworks - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Big Pit National Coal Museum - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
- Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
- Tithe Barn - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
- Abergavenny Museum and Castle - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
Getting around
- Rhymney Station - 17 min drive
- Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
- Beaufort Arms - 9 min drive
- The Lion Hotel - 1 min walk
- Whistle Inn - 4 min drive
- Queen Victoria Inn - 4 min walk
- The Rising Sun - 8 min drive
About this property
The Lion
4-star spa hotel with free breakfast
The Lion offers its guests a full-service spa and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
The Lion also features a terrace and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.
This 4-star Pontypool hotel is smoke free.
- 12 guestrooms or units
- Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
- Terrace
- Fireplace in lobby
- No smoking on site
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
The Lion offers 12 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.
Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Pontypool hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- DVD player
- Soundproofed rooms
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
Food and drink
- Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
Things to do
- Full-service spa
- Sauna
- Steam room
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Electric kettle
- Free bottled water
- Tea bags/instant coffee
More
- Fan
- Heating (climate-controlled)
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
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
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit: GBP 50.0 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.
We should mention
- Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Lion Hotel Blaenavon
Lion Hotel Pontypool
Lion Pontypool
Hotel The Lion Pontypool
Pontypool The Lion Hotel
The Lion Pontypool
Lion Hotel
Lion
Hotel The Lion
The Lion Hotel
The Lion Pontypool
The Lion Hotel Pontypool
Frequently asked questions
How close is The Lion to the airport?
The Lion is 42.2 mi (69-min drive) away from the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Lion have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lion.
Does The Lion offer free breakfast?
The Lion offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at The Lion?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at The Lion?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM.
Is there free parking at The Lion?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does The Lion have a pool?
The Lion does not have a pool.
Does The Lion have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does The Lion have a spa?
This hotel has a spa, which features massages.
How close is The Lion to downtown Pontypool?
The Lion is 0.6 mi away from Blaenavon.