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The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire

Property class: 4

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A high-ceilinged atrium with ornate white railings and a skylight.
A bar area with wooden flooring, a central bar counter, and multiple chandeliers.
A restaurant with a leather booth seating area, round tables, and chandeliers.
A cozy lounge area with a large clock, a fireplace, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.
A historic building with a restaurant and coffee house on the ground floor, a balcony with flowers, and a clock tower in the background.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Explore the area

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Market Hill, St Ives, England, PE27 5JD
  • Place, One Leisure St Ives
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Manor at Hemingford Grey
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Raptor Foundation
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are wall-mounted lights and a ceiling fan.

Superior Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Single Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Classic Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a mirror, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Classic Twin Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Superior Double Room

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

St Ives

The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire places you in the heart of St Ives, within a 15-minute walk of One Leisure St Ives and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Hill Rise Park Dog Walking Area. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 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 proximity to this 4-property class St Ives hotel you'll find University of Cambridge.

What's nearby

  • One Leisure St Ives - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Hill Rise Park Dog Walking Area - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • The Manor at Hemingford Grey - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Raptor Foundation - 6 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Hilton Turf Maze - 7 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Huntingdon Station - 15 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Snug - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cock - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barry's Plaice - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Old Ferry Boat - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire also features a terrace, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star St Ives hotel.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire offers 27 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

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 concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 5 per night.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 16 for adults and from GBP 8 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

Golden Lion Hotel St Ives
Golden Lion St Ives
The Golden Lion
The Golden Lion Hotel St Ives Cambridgeshire
The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Hotel
The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire St Ives
The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Hotel St Ives

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire on 13 Sept 2026 start from NZ$161, 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.

Does The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is served weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

No, The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

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

Are pets allowed at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire?

Furry friends are welcome at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 428 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ate in the restaurant both nights and food was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in nice town. Parking is not so easy - staff not particularly helpful and unaware of timings for parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, walkable to everything in St.Ives. Room was well appointed and had everything we needed. Had a great breakfast. We would stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel amazing room and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is very good
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service , lovely rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was correct from the room to the food
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotlessly clean & very comfortable, all staff were very courteous & friendly nothing was too much trouble whatever your request was would without any doubt definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Lovely hotel clean room good nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and very polite staff
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay, staff were helpful and breakfast was delicious. Cannot fault our experience and will return to stay in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location hospitality was brilliant
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alwxander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay lovely hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great stay

brilliant stay - lovely room and friendly staff - perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

The place to stay

Excellent Hotel - perfect location - friendly staff - good food / bar - can highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and spacious. The bedside water was a simple but greatly appreciated extra. Loved the rubber duck in the bathroom!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant 2 night stay,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was noisy due to kitchen extract fan which also vibrated the floor The fan runs from 0600 to 2200 per day so no let up in the noise and very rude awakening in the morning
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless. Bathroom lively and clean with everything that you needed. Staff very friendly and courteous. Breakfast was good and the service too. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.. Would
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay in st ives and great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked a family room for 3 adults Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Lovely Hotel

Hotel very clean and up to date in decor. Right in the centre of town and plenty of pubs and restaurants. All amenities close at hand.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025