Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Criccieth Castle

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 restaurants; lunch and dinner served
2 restaurants; lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Y Maes, Criccieth, Wales, LL52 0AA
  • Place, Criccieth Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Criccieth
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Suite Apartment with Castle View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Signature Apartment

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Criccieth

Close to the beach.At this Criccieth hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Criccieth Castle and 3 miles (5 km) of Black Rock Sands. Harlech Castle and Royal St. David's Golf Club are within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Criccieth Castle - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • beach near Criccieth - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Eryri National Park - 19 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Caernarfon Castle - 33 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 57 min drive - 38.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dylan’s Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Golden Fleece Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mash and Barrel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cadwalladers Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments

3-star hotel near Criccieth Castle
There are 2 restaurants 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 an elevator. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Criccieth hotel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments offers 46 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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: 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
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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

How close is Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments to the airport?

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments is 106.2 mi (135-min drive) away from the John Lennon Airport (LPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments on Jun 10, 2026 start from $108, 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 Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments.

How close is Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments to the beach?

This hotel is 8.1 mi (21-min drive) from Black Rock Sands and 8.9 mi (24-min drive) from Portmeirion Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments have a pool?

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments does not have a pool.

Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments to downtown Criccieth?

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments is 0.1 mi away from Criccieth.

Lion Hotel and Studio Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 340 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 340 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 340 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 340 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 340 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

SHI MING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
great hotel, quiet area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff amazing / room spotless / warm cozy /
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with views, friendly staff and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel good food and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine

Good room with nice view, helpful staff, lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic value for money, superb breakfast, friendly bar, reception and breakfast staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ranjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stay was great, first day had some hiccups, but the staff managed to get it sorted. We enjoyed the stay, close to the town, great location, ample parking, restaurant food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff at hotel. Upgraded our room FOC due to incorrect details on booking site used. Very helpful and understanding. Great service at breakfast and evening restaurant. Lovely location in a nice quiet village
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

sandra

Staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed in room 4 which was clean and spacious. The staff were so accommodating and pleasant with great service for breakfast and evening meal. Really nice food and the Poretti on draught was spot on. thank you stuart
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as expected. Spacious room and bathroom. And clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convenient and staff very helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good breakfast, a coyple of isdues with cleanliness of room but not to much of an issue, a lot of noise from upstairs room but overall a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqui

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

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff. Hotel had adequate facilities for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Lovely hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marta

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We choosed the room with see view , we had view for car parks . I would say it was more hostel than hotel standards room . Wasn't quiet, we heard all moves, talks from room above us.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel but tastefully restored. Great location and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed for one night but was impressed by the cleanliness and the fact that they seem to be upgrading the hotel. My room was large and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ka Yee Manda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, staff is helpful and nice, the food is unexpected good. We will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Welcoming & very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff attentive to detail,breakfast choice and cooking excellent. Free Parking available. Genuine sea views. Excellent value. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have enjoyed the stay there and the room was just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022