The Lion

2.0 star property
Builth Wells guestrooms with free WiFi

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Exterior
Interior
Superior Suite, River View | Living area
Superior Twin Room, River View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi
Superior Double Room, River View | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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2 Broad St, Builth Wells, Wales, LD2 3DT
  • Place, River Wye
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Welsh Showground
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Builth Wells Golf Club
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room, River View

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

Family Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Suite, River View

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

Superior Twin Room, River View

  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Builth Wells

In Builth Wells .Stay at this Builth Wells hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of River Wye and 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Welsh Showground. Builth Wells Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km) and Builth Castle is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • River Wye - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Welsh Showground - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Builth Wells Golf Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 16 min drive - 17.3 miles
  • Elan Valley - 28 min drive - 15.8 miles

Getting around

  • Builth Road Station - 3 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Drovers Tea Rooms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Temple Bar & Bistro - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Wheelwrights Arms - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Lion

Builth Wells guestrooms with free WiFi
The Lion offers its guests gift shops/newsstands. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Builth Wells hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
The Lion offers 18 accommodations with hair dryers. This Builth Wells hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lion to the airport?

The Lion is 75 mi (115-min drive) away from the Cardiff International Airport (CWL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion on May 8, 2026 start from $145, 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 The Lion have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lion.

Does The Lion offer free breakfast?

The Lion does not offer free breakfast.

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 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 30 (subject to availability).

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 spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lion to downtown Builth Wells?

The Lion is 0.2 mi away from Builth Wells.

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