The Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Cheltenham inn

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Lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, iron/ironing board
View from property
Exclusive Room | Living area | TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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37 North Street, Cheltenham, England, GL54 5PS
  • Place, Sudeley Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Cheltenham Racecourse
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Prescott Speed Hill Climb
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cheltenham

Cheltenham retreat .Your stay at this inn will put you steps from Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and a 5-minute walk from Belas Knap. Also, St Peter's Church Winchcombe is within half a mile (1 km) and Sudeley Castle is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb - 13 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Cotswold Farm Park - 16 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Gold - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The King's Head - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Black Gold - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Apple Tree - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Lion Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Cheltenham inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Lion Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Cheltenham inn.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Lion Inn offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 4 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 4 per day (33 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Old White Lion Cheltenham
Old White Lion Inn Cheltenham
Lion Inn Cheltenham
Lion Cheltenham
The Lion Inn Inn
The Lion Inn Cheltenham
The Lion Inn Inn Cheltenham

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lion Inn to the airport?

The Lion Inn is 40.6 mi (68-min drive) away from the Oxford (OXF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion Inn?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion Inn on Oct 31, 2025 start from $187.64, excluding 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 Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lion Inn.

Does The Lion Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lion Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Lion Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Lion Inn?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Lion Inn have a pool?

The Lion Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Lion Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lion Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Lion Inn to downtown Cheltenham?

The Lion Inn is 0.3 mi away from Winchcombe.