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The Lion

3.5 star property
Riverside relaxation awaits with a crackling fire to warm up after exploring the area, followed by a hearty full breakfast to fuel the day ahead

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The Lion sits riverside, welcoming travelers with a full breakfast. Two bars and a restaurant offer dining options, while the garden and lobby fireplace provide relaxation. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and the staff consistently earns praise for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is AED 540
AED 648 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar

Room options

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Small Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Small Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
LCD TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Craven Arms, The Lion is in a rural area and on the riverwalk. Stokesay Castle and Castle Lodge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Clunton Coppice and Shropshire Hills. Ludlow Food Centre and Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Leintwardine travel guide
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The Lion, Craven Arms, England, SY7 0JZ

What's nearby

  • Camp on top of Stiperstones for epic sunrises over the volcanic landscape of the Wrekin formed by layers of ancient lava flows laid down in a volcanic island arc 680 million years ago
    Shropshire Hills
    10 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Stokesay Castle, Shropshire, UK
    Stokesay Castle
    14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Ludlow Castle, Shropshire, England, Shutterstock ID 660294922, Purchase Order: -
    Ludlow Castle
    15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Ludlow Food Centre
    9 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre
    12 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Hopton Heath Station
    5 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Lion
    1 min walk
  • Ludlow Kitchen
    9 min drive
  • Riverside Inn
    9 min drive
  • Stokesay Castle Inn
    11 min drive
  • Laila’s Cafe
    11 min drive

About this property

The Lion

Hotel by the river
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby at The Lion. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 2 bars and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, coffee/tea in the lobby, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 27-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Lion Hotel Craven Arms
Lion Craven Arms
Hotel The Lion Craven Arms
Craven Arms The Lion Hotel
The Lion Craven Arms
Lion Hotel
Lion
Hotel The Lion
The Lion Hotel
The Lion Craven Arms
The Lion Hotel Craven Arms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion on 26 March 2026 start from AED 540, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lion?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lion?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lion located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ludlow Food Centre, Kilpeck Church, and Clunton Coppice. Shropshire Hills and Land of the Lost Content Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Lion Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent, restaurant food was delicious. Overall a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay and the beds are soooooo comfy!! Definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well staffed and good service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location by the river not far from Ludlow. Great food, nice staff, clean rooms and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
located in small village with easy access to local areas. Choice of dining rooms within the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, well-equipped room, beautiful building, really good food in the restaurant and at breakfast time and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay. Room was very comfortable. Food was outstanding, staff very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food and service. Great base for a weekend in Hereford and Shropshire
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Lovely country hotel, comfortable room, good food. Staff are lovely. Great stay thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant. very good breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was so nice and friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful riverside setting in quiet but well appointed town. Staff helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean , tea/ coffee making facilities in room with added thoughtful touches of biscuits and soft drinks. Delicious breakfast included . Good restaurant on site . Lovely garden to sit and have a drink with views. Very helpful staff . Could park across the toad when hotel car park full. Old building set on a fairly busy road , so our room had traffic noise , as windows not double glazed . Would request room at rear next time. 15mins drive to Ludlow which is lovely for walks , castle , art galleries , shops , cafes etc
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corporate

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

Luxury in Leintwardine

The only room left was a small double but it was perfectly adequate for 2 people for one night. The room is tastefully decorated with a large bathroom with a shower over the bath. The bed was very comfortable and we slept well. The evening meal was excellent which we took out on the terrace overlooking the river and meadows. The breakfast was very good too although the smoked haddock was not available. Overall, a wonderful place to stay with good food and great service in an idyllic part of the world. This wasn't my first time staying here and hopefully it won't be the last.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel. Our room was quiet,spotless, warm, had all the facilities we wanted and a lovely view of the river .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having been to a golden wedding celebration at Downton Old lodge, we needed a place for an overnight stay. The Loin was perfect. Lovely old beams, comfortable room with super bathroom, good food and pleasant staff. My choice gave me a lot of brownie points from my wife!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, good food, staff brilliant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023