Golden Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Smith Art Gallery and Museum

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Exterior
Family Room
Bar (on property)
Interior
Lobby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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8-10 King St, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 1DQ
  • Place, Stirling Castle
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Stirling
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, National Wallace Monument
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Edinburgh (EDI)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Stirling

Golden Lion Hotel places you in the centre of Stirling, within just a 15-minute stroll of Smith Art Gallery and Museum and Stirling Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Cronies Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class Stirling hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from University of Stirling and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Macrobert.

What's nearby

  • Old Town Jail - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stirling Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Stirling - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • National Wallace Monument - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Blair Drummond Safari Park - 9 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Stirling Station - 4 min walk
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪German Doner Kebab - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Crossed Peels (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪City Walls - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Golden Lion Hotel

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Smith Art Gallery and Museum
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Golden Lion Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Stirling hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1786
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Golden Lion Hotel offers 66 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 7.95 to 10.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Cronies Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1786
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 7.95 to 10.95 per person

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
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, a first aid kit and window guards
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Golden Lion Hotel?

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

Is Golden Lion Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Golden Lion Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Golden Lion Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Golden Lion Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Golden Lion Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Golden Lion Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Golden Lion Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Stirling Golf Club is a short 11-minute walk away.