The White Lion Hotel

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

The White Lion is a traditional hotel opposite Aldeburgh’s shingle beach, where wooden huts line the shore. Guests can enjoy fresh seafood, free Wi-Fi, and some of the rooms have far-reaching sea views. The privately owned hotel offers excellent service and menus made from fresh Suffolk produce. You can dine in the informal beach-facing bar, with its real ales, or the oak-paneled restaurant. With its warm atmosphere and good food, The White Lion is a wonderful seaside hideaway. A variety of walking trails surround the area, and Snape Maltings Concert Hall is a 10-minute drive away. Tennis at the Country Club, and golf on the established James Braid course can be arranged at nearby Thorpeness. There is also space for free parking on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Roger
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast and dinner very good Staff very pleasant Room ok but bed too hard for me and pillows too full”
Janet
United States United States
“Staff was very helpful when I was suddenly taken ill. Arranged for an unplanned extra night, brought up a snack, stored my luggage in reception while I was at the hospital.”
Gina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast included in our bed & breakfast deal. The staff were great, very friendly. We have stayed in the White Lion several times and enjoy the location of the hotel, the lounge is very comfortable and the rooms are good.”
Yvette
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable and well located. The staff are exceptional”
Graeme
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was very comfortable and location superb.”
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Good breakfast, friendly staff, excellent location.”
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great choice at breakfast, room comfortable and clean, all facilities you would need, coffee and tea , and nice touch chocolates, bottles of water, proper hangers in wardrobe, with robes to wear, iron, ironing board and hair dryer.”
Judy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Service, food and attention detail was excellent. The hotal could do with an update but this, to me, adds to its charm.”
Jakeorgan
United States United States
“Really classy breakfast, and a general sense of old world hospitality. Lovely staff and perfect location.”
Francis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Superb breakfast and excellent in house Indian restaurant.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Sea Spice
  • Cuisine
    Indian
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Brasserie
  • Cuisine
    British • French • Italian
  • Open for
    Lunch • High tea
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The White Lion Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The White Lion Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
Free
5 - 16 years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Multiple bookings of 5 or more rooms will be subject to different terms and conditions.

Bookings over a certain value may be subject to additional deposits and cancellation policies.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about The White Lion Hotel