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The Lion

4.0 star property
Hotel in Pontypool with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Steam room
Family Studio | Living area
Staircase
Bar (on property)
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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41 Broad St, Pontypool, Wales, NP4 9NH
  • Place, Big Pit National Coal Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Borough Theatre
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Abergavenny Museum and Castle
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • 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

Executive Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Executive Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
Deep-soaking bath
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Studio

Family Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Fan
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Pontypool

The Lion places you steps from Blaenavon Community Heritage and Cordell Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Blaenavon World Heritage Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .A pampering day can include massages along with access to the sauna. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a sauna. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Pontypool hotel you'll find Brecon Beacons National Park.

What's nearby

  • Blaenavon Ironworks - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Big Pit National Coal Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Borough Theatre - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Tithe Barn - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Abergavenny Museum and Castle - 12 min drive - 11.1 km

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
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Queen Victoria Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Whistle Inn - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Lion

Hotel in Pontypool with full-service spa and 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 bottles of water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Pontypool hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include fans and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board 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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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.

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.
    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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Lion?

The Lion offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Lion?

Yep, The Lion has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at The Lion?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at The Lion. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like massages.

What makes The Lion a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Lion.

Does The Lion serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lion?

No, The Lion does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lion?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Lion?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lion?

No, pets are not allowed.