By the river, The Lion offers a warm welcome with breakfast, 2 bars and a restaurant. Relax in the garden or unwind by the fireplace in the lobby while staying connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about helpful staff.
Enjoy your visit to Craven Arms with a stay at The Lion. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the 2 bars/lounges are nice spots to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in reception
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
27-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Portable fan
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 30.0 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Lion Hotel Craven Arms
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Hotel The Lion Craven Arms
Craven Arms The Lion Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Lion offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Lion does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Lion?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Lion?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Lion?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Lion and nearby?
The Lion has 2 bars and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Lion?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Lion like?
The Lion is located by the river.
Popular attractions include Shropshire Hills, which is 8 minutes away by car.
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The Lion Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Breakfast
River
Food
Gardens
Location
Drinks
Pub
Crisps
What guests liked
Breakfast was brilliant, with plenty of choice and fresh, tasty options. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan, 2025
Great hotel, good food, staff brilliant
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr, 2025
Lovely place to stay. Room was very comfortable. Food was outstanding, staff very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. I would definitely stay here again.
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct, 2024
We had a really relaxing stay at this lovely inn
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Aug, 2024
Excellent food and service. Great base for a weekend in Hereford and Shropshire
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept, 2024
The hotel is really lovely, fantastic outdoor seating by the river, rooms well equipped, staff extremely attentive, we had 2 early starts & we were made breakfast boxes to take with us, would definitely book again
Gabby
Gabby, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec, 2023
Great little stay
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 May, 2024
Comfortable, well-equipped room, beautiful building, really good food in the restaurant and at breakfast time and very friendly staff.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul, 2024
Lovely country hotel, comfortable room, good food. Staff are lovely.
Great stay thank you.
Russell
Russell, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Mar, 2025
good place but always have issue with invices
Alireza
Alireza, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov, 2022
Food was good and very friendly staff.
john
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun, 2023
Lovely hotel in a beautiful area with very attentive staff.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Apr, 2024
Very pleasant. very good breakfast and friendly staff.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jul, 2024
Beautiful riverside setting in quiet but well appointed town. Staff helpful and friendly
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jun, 2024
Highly recommended
Really enjoyed our stay and were able to sit outside in the sunshine by the river with a pre-dinner drink. The food was excellent well above usual pub grub. Will definitely stay again.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul, 2023
Enjoyed our stay, great food . Excellent service. Would recommend.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Mar, 2024
It was so nice and friendly people
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 May, 2024
Nice night at the Lion
The Lion is in a lovely location, and has been renovated to a really high standard while keeping the features of the old coaching Inn it obviously was. The staff were really nice the food good and we had a very pleasant stay with them.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb, 2024
Great place to stay for work or holiday.Fresh and tasty food,drinks. Friendly and professional staff.rooms are also spacious ,clean and super cosy. Definitely will coming back again
Denis
Denis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec, 2023
This inn is very well managed. For anyone wanting to experience the best of British, they won’t go far wrong here. Cosy, stylistic, friendly, professional, atmospheric, value.
Victor
Victor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Apr, 2023
Amazing hotel
Excellent food breakfast superb
-0.5 due to tv size
Richy
Richy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov, 2023
Great find! Booked this for an overnight stay whilst visiting Ludlow Christmas Market, and we couldn’t have chosen better. Lovely location, which I would image is even better in the Summer. Lovely room; friendly staff; fantastic breakfast!
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Sept, 2024
Stairs a bit tricky for guests with limited mobility.
Ros
Ros, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul, 2024
Country location,very old property next to river ,very pretty and immaculately kept.Charming staff happy to do a snack after our late check in.Came for a funeral but would happily return just to visit as mid Wales has so much charm .
Highly recommend this as a base.
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Feb, 2023
Property was comfortable and tastefully decorated although a little tired. Staff was excellent.
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov, 2023
We had 2 nights at this wonderful hotel. Such lovely staff, so friendly and welcoming. The bed was comfortable and lovely pillows. Food in the restaurant was cooked to perfection. We will certainly be back to stay.