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The Black Lion Royal Hotel

Property class: 3

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A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of water, and a strawberry on the table.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded towel, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A sofa with a cushion featuring a red dragon design, a staircase, and a dessert on a table.
A glass of white wine with a blurred background featuring string lights.
A two-story building with multiple windows and a ground-floor entrance.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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High Street, Lampeter, Wales, SA48 7BG
  • Place, Hamdden Llambed Leisure
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Wales, Trinity Saint David
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cae Hir Gardens
    ‪4 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room

A neatly made bed with floral-patterned pillows and a white comforter.

Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two single beds with headboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a carpeted floor.

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wardrobe, a bathroom with a bathtub and toilet, and a chandelier.

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Lampeter

The Black Lion Royal Hotel places you steps from Cae Hir Gardens and within a short 5-minute stroll of University of Wales, Trinity Saint David. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Plus you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and a front desk safe. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Lampeter hotel include Hamdden Llambed Leisure and Cilgwyn Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Hamdden Llambed Leisure - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Wales, Trinity Saint David - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cae Hir Gardens - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 33 min drive - 39.6 km
  • Skanda Vale - 46 min drive - 40.6 km

Getting around

  • Llanwrda Station - 24 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Canton Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Oscars - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Contis - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lloyds Fish & Chips - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ivy Bush - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Black Lion Royal Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Black Lion Royal Hotel also features a terrace, room service (during limited hours), and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Lampeter hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Black Lion Royal Hotel offers 18 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Lampeter hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20 per night

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Black Lion Royal
The Black Lion Royal Hotel Hotel
The Black Lion Royal Hotel Lampeter
The Black Lion Royal Hotel Hotel Lampeter

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Black Lion Royal Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Lion Royal Hotel?

As of 26 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Lion Royal Hotel on 31 Aug 2026 start from NZ$176, 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 parking available at The Black Lion Royal Hotel?

Yep, The Black Lion Royal Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Black Lion Royal Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Black Lion Royal Hotel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Black Lion Royal Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Black Lion Royal Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Black Lion Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 138 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice country hotel. Food is excellent and the staff are friendly and thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MEET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality, great customerservice, great food, best burgers in UK
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had been to the Black Lion three years before visiting the area my kin folks left in 1838 to come to Ohio. The accommodations and the meals were great. We went to the Welsh Library in Aberystwyth and hit the mother load of information of our ancestors in Lampter and Betws Bledrws.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Petre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jack

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were pleasant, room was cold from arrival till the morning, £25 for breakfast to discover it was just cereal and toast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stop over but perfectly fine and clean and beds were comfy too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure parking at rear of property. Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean room. The extractor in the bathroom was either not working or not efficient enough to clear the steam from the room. Also if you want me to use the excellent towels for a second day, a heated towel rail needed , or any towel rail to hang the bath towel after first use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable stay, clean, cosy ,refurbished room - very reasonable priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dale

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Food was expensive and terrible. Room only had one plug socket that worked and plumbing system is really load if any room uses water making it impossible to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Staff & service
Central location,good dining
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Amenities
Clean comfortable room. Parking on site.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Nice hotel and good parking facilities. Superb breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was friendly room very clean my stay was very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time in Lampeter, lovely hotel and nice public house, Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Amenities
We had a great time. Staff were super friendly and helpful. Room was large and very clean. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lampeter Stay

Really friendly hotel with a franstantic restaurant. The staff were so helpful, the hotel had a nice bar and the breakfast great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was in decent condition but being on the front of the building was quite noisy especially with the bells ringing every 15 minutes. Would have been nice if there was actually a member of staff around on check out as the whole bar and kitchen were just left wide open for anyone to help themselves to whatever they wanted
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Lovely one night stay - ticked the box. Friendly staff. Breakfast was delicious. Cot set up ready which was a help
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, we stayed for 1 night as a last minute visit to newquay. Was 30 minutes drive away. Staff was friendly at check in and room was perfect for what we wanted and good value for money. Would definitely stay there again when back in the area. Thank You
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ultra friendly staff!

The staff at this hotel were incredibly friendly. The rooms were comfortable and the food was good.. I could not recommend this place a more. The manager who I cannot remember the name of was such a friendly lady and even refunded one of our rooms without us asking as we had a late cancellation..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, Cozy, and Full of Charm

Absolutely loved my stay at The Black Lion Royal Hotel. The room and bathroom were spotless and clearly very well looked after. The people at the reception are incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. The English breakfast was delicious and freshly made each morning. Plus, the hotel’s pub has such a cute, cozy vibe, perfect for a relaxing evening. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfortable clean room, bit of damp behind sink showing on wall, felt breakfast should be included in price, stayed middle of Cardiff with breakfast included 3 weeks ago, dining area very clean and presentable, back area a bit scruffy, friends had food there the night befor and said it was really good .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Really lovely and classy interiors, room was fantastic with plenty of space and light, bathroom was spacious and clean, staff were helpful and friendly, food was brilliant for breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024