The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
Historic Charm and Elegance
This 16th-century coaching inn, frequented by literary and historical icons, offers a unique stay in the heart of Shrewsbury. The Elizabethan decor and Grade I-listed status provide a glimpse into the past, with the opportunity to relax by the Tudor fireplace where Charles Dickens penned parts of The Pickwick Papers.
Unique Rooms with Modern Comforts
Each room at The Lion blends historic charm with modern amenities. Guests can enjoy unique furnishings, renovated decor, and original features alongside private bathrooms, TVs, and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay.
Most popular facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private parking
- Pet bowls
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
What we’d check for you here
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- Whether a room on a low floor, or two rooms together, is possible.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
- Whether they can hold a late arrival, and until when.
House rules
- Check-in
- From 03:00 PM
- Check-out
- By 11:00 AM
Payment
Paid at the time of booking, not at the desk. The property may still take a card at check-in for incidentals — that is their own policy and separate from what you pay us.
The fine print
Any Client wishing to book 5 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 10% deposit at the time of Booking. This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable. Any Client wishing to book 10 rooms or more throughout the year will be charge a 20% deposit at the time of Booking. This payment is nonrefundable and nontransferable. Please note some of the rooms have further stairs after the elevator, if guests prefer to be on the main hall and near the elevator please mention this in the Special Request Section when booking. The hotel has limited parking, and follows a first-come-first-served policy. Other parking areas are located nearby. A deposit may be required at the property.
Questions about The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
What time is check-in and check-out at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?
Check-in is from 03:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury allow pets?
The property lists pet-friendly facilities. Policies differ on size, number and fee, and those are set by the property rather than by us — say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.
Is there parking at The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?
Put your dates in above and book online. Rates are live from the property and include taxes and fees we can read; anything we can't price, we say so rather than guess.
Where is The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury?
Wyle Cop, Shrewsbury.
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