The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant

3.5 star property
Inn in Wimborne with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Premier Double Room
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Luxury Double Room
Luxury Double Room | Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 0.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
23 West Street, Wimborne, England, BH21 1JS

What's nearby

  • Wimborne Minster - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tivoli Theatre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kingston Lacy House - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Poole Quay - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Poole Harbour - 13 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Butchers Dog - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Green Man - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Man in the Wall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Express - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Piazzo Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant

Property highlights
Consider a stay at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site British cuisine restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a bar.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant have perks, such as premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Minster Arms Inn Wimborne
Minster Arms Inn
Minster Arms Wimborne
Minster Arms
The Minster Arms
The Lion Pub & Restaurant Inn
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Inn
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Wimborne
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Inn Wimborne

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant on 26 Nov 2024 start from €108.24, 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.

What time is check-in at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant located?

Situated in Wimborne, this inn is within a 5-minute walk of Wimborne Minster and Tivoli Theatre. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Kingston Lacy House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 223 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 223 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 223 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 223 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 223 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is one of the most charming English places I have stayed. We only stayed here because we wanted to go to renoufs but we will definitely be back !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Itzhak

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Lynette

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family get together
Location poor due to traffic noise at night No Parking . The room was over looked by general public so had to keep curtains closed. Breakfast took a long time to come but was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

justin

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
All good staff were great, was on the top l floor so only for the fit
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice play to stay and excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First appearance was off putting, the building is old and in need of some 'curb appeal' and repainting. The room was very clean but very dark decor. The breakfast was excellent and staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

justin

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub with lots of character
Really enjoyed my stay. Excellent breakfast. Very helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

peeping

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really pleasant stay, friendly staff and excellent breakfast. Parking is limited but found a spot near by.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about The Minster.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anniversary stay
Great one night stay in one of the premium rooms. Gorgeous room in the eaves. Lovely welcome on check in and good service throughout. Food very tasty and extremely well presented.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff so helpful lovely food overall a very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING STAY! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
This was my families third stay at the Minster Arms and it went great. Hannah (manager) and Penny (asst manager) took wonderful care of our family. Great service! The food in the pub was also amazing. Very warm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

SKOPH-

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely room allthough a bit ackward up the stairs to get to it in the eaves. service good and very polite and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
arrived too the pub was ignored by the bar staff for a good five minutes not a hello or nothing. room hot water tap not working and very cold in the room carpets where stained and ripped and stains on the walls. shame as could be a lovely place with some minor adjustments
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab!
I nearly didn't book because of the bad reviews but glad we did, had a wonderful time! Lovely room and great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023