The Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Inn in Cheltenham with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Lunch and dinner served
View from property
Luxury Room
Exclusive Room | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$308
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov

Explore the area

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37 North Street, Cheltenham, England, GL54 5PS
  • Place, Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St Peter's Church Winchcombe
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sudeley Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Room

Highlights

Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cheltenham

The Lion Inn places you steps from Winchcombe Folk and Police Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Belas Knap. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In the area of this 4-property class Cheltenham inn, you'll find Cheltenham Racecourse.

What's nearby

  • Sudeley Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 11 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Prescott Speed Hill Climb - 13 min drive - 7.4 km
  • The Promenade - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Cheltenham Town Hall - 15 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Lion Inn

Inn in Cheltenham with restaurant and bar/lounge
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 bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down duvets. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Ballroom
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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.

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: from 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Lion Inn?

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

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

As of 15 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion Inn on 24 Nov 2025 start from NZ$308.45, 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.

Is The Lion Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Lion Inn is a hit with families.

Does The Lion Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Lion Inn?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lion Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Lion Inn?

Dogs are welcome at The Lion Inn, with food and water bowls on offer.