The Royal Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Lyme Regis with indoor pool and restaurant

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Deluxe Room for 4
Deluxe Double Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Deluxe Room for 4 | View from room
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov

Explore the area

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60 Broad St, Lyme Regis, England, DT7 3 QF
  • Place, Lyme Regis Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Monmouth Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Comfy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Indulgence Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfy Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfy Accessible Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room for 4

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Lyme Regis

At The Royal Lion Hotel you'll be within steps of Lyme Regis Beach and Lyme Regis Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Lyme Regis hotel include The Town Mill and Dinosaur Land.

What's nearby

  • Lyme Regis Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marine Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monmouth Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lyme Regis Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Axminster Station - 16 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swim - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Standard - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Pilot Boat - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kiosk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Rock Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Lion Hotel

Hotel in Lyme Regis with indoor pool and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Lyme Regis hotel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Royal Lion Hotel offers 32 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. This Lyme Regis hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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 not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 15.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Lion Hotel?

The Royal Lion 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 Royal Lion Hotel?

As of 13 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Lion Hotel on 19 Nov 2025 start from NZ$169.27, 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 Royal Lion Hotel?

Yep, The Royal Lion Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Lion Hotel?

Yep, The Royal Lion Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Lyme Regis Beach.

Does The Royal Lion Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Lion Hotel has an indoor pool.

Does The Royal Lion Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, English brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

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

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

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

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Royal Lion Hotel's onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Royal Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 383 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent throught
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only had breakfast during our stay and there was plenty to chose from. Would be nice to have more hot drink options at breakfast and to be given a cup rather than a pot as it just gets cold and wasted. The bunk beds did not feel safe, had broken slat and had dirty cheese wax smeared into the slats. The pillows were all rock hard and very uncomfortable. We were told on arrival the bunk beds were only suitable upto age 12 and our daughters being 12 and 16 was not ideal, this had not been noted at the point of booking on Expedia. However even if our girls were under 12 we would not have felt the saftey of the bunks any lesser of an issue. They just need replacing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very hard and uncomfortable bed with a heavy quilt
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynne

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

Great hotel and brilliant location

Great stay. Lovely location. Bathroom needs some upgrading and the water pressure was very low. Dinner was great. Location was fantastic. Service from Carrie was first rate. She was attentive, professional and caring.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

Great hotel - make sure you prebook to use Pool!!

Positives:- - Free parking (first come first served) - Beautiful Room and wonderful sea view from the balcony - Bathroom spotless - Great breakfast selection - Pool (prebooking required) small but good for lengths and jacuzzi very relaxing. - Staff all very welcoming and polite Negatives:- - Breakfast time slot needs to be prebooked - Swimming pool time slot needs to be prebooked - No air con (room gets quite hot in the morning) - No telephone in room to call reception Overall a great time was had at The Royal Lion. A convenient town center location with free parking onsite. We weren't told on booking or arrival that we needed to prebook the swimming pool which meant we couldn't have a swim on our first morning. It was strange that the rooms furthest from reception didn't have a phone but the rooms closest to reception did? Not a major problem, just a little peculiar. Would highly recommend, just make sure you get your pool time prebooked if you want to use it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are on holiday taking a break away for some peace and quiet, ask for a room well away from others staying with yapping dog in their room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is very nice and excellently situated with on site parking a huge bonus. Room was clean and well equipped but bed was a bit hard for my tastes and shower wasn't great (a shower head from a bath had been fitted and so it didn't sit in the bracket correctly). The breakfast was very nice with a decent range of options and staff were uniformly polite and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great place for a weekend break

Very friendly team. Handy for the centre of Lyme Regis
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Position within Lyme, able to secure a car space in the parking lot, and our room was comfortable, good size, nice view, good facilities, and modern.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The receptionist was wonderful, helpful and friendly. The bar was bright, unwelcoming and not a place you would want to spend anytime or money in. Needs a refurbishment and lighting reviewed to make it a warm environment which it definitely isn’t. The first room was supposed to have a sea view but there was a very large plum tree which obscured it completely. We were booked for a last breakfast (our choice) and it wasn’t great and obviously been held under the lights. The site is extremely convenient in the centre of the town but could be soo much better. Come on Hall and Woodhouse, you’ve got amazing people let down by the substandard environment they are working in. Hall and Woodhouse you could do so much better and there’s no competition in this town apart from air b n b???
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rosemary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We were in the annexe part, and although our room, bathroom and balcony were great, every night hundreds of seagulls landed on our roof, running up and down squawking, I only had 2 hours sleep the first night. I’m told measures are being put in place to solve this problem. I don’t recommend rooms 31-35!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quality Hotel in the heart of the town. Our room and its comfort was excellent. It was clean and well decorated with a spotless walk in shower. The staff were very polite, caring and interested. Big choices for breakfast, that were excellent. The only downside was the wi fi which didnt work away from the main building.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hotel with an old fashion charm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very handy position for travelling around the town and area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025