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About the Hotel

8/10 King Street, Stirling, United Kingdom, FK7 1BD
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Close to Stirling Castle
Very good
7.4
7.0
/10
2.9
3.9
/5

Located 6 minutes' walk from Mar's Wark, Golden Lion Hotel Stirling offers modern rooms 800 metres from Stirling Castle. Offering a ballroom for collective gatherings, the hotel stands within walking distance of a bus stop.

Location

This 3-star hotel is right in the centre of Stirling, so guests have direct access to The Old Town Jail, which is 0.6 km away. The Lion is also 750 m from River Forth.

You can easily visit The Thistles Shopping Centre, situated just near the property.

For those travelling from afar, Edinburgh airport is 40 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The 61 rooms at this Stirling hotel are allergy-free, some of them have a stone fireplace along with tea and coffee-making facilities. The smoke-free Golden Lion Hotel also offers a holiday home with a kitchen including a microwave oven, a dishwasher, and kitchenware.

Eat & Drink

For a drink, you can stop by the traditional lounge bar. Guests can enjoy Scottish cuisine in Brea - Scottish Restaurant located 5 minutes' walk away.

Leisure & Business

The presence of a golf playground ensures guests an active stay at this traditional property.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit Stirling Castle for stunning views and rich history.
  • Try haggis at The Smithy in the Old Town for a true Scottish dish.
  • Walk the Old Town Jail for eerie stories and fascinating tours.
  • Explore the stunning Wallace Monument for panoramic countryside views.
  • Discover local crafts at the Stirling Farmers' Market every Saturday.
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Golden Lion Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Single Room
2 persons
65 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 persons
80 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
80 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Double or Twin Room
2 persons
80 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
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Facilities

Golden Lion Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Golden Lion Hotel Location

8/10 King Street, Stirling, United Kingdom, FK7 1BD
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8/10 King Street, Stirling, United Kingdom, FK7 1BD
Nearby
St. John Street
The Old Town Jail
1900 ft
St John Street opposite top of Broad Street
Mar's Wark
1700 ft
Corn Exchange Road
Rob Roy McGregor Statue
400 ft
32-34 Murray Place
Go Forth Stirling Land Train
400 ft
49 St.John Street
Cowane's Hospital
1700 ft
Church
Allan Park South Church
400 ft
10 Castle Ct
Star Pyramid
1900 ft
Church
Church of the Holy Rude
1800 ft
Shopping Area
The Thistles Shopping Centre
600 ft
Farm
Old Leckie Farm
500 ft
Shopping Area
Stirling Arcade
300 ft
Church
Stirling Baptist Church
500 ft
Port of Menteith
Lake of Menteith Fisheries
500 ft
Dawyck Botanical Garden
700 ft
Forthside Footbridge
500 ft
Ninian_s Road
St Ninian's Well
500 ft
Buchanan Castle
500 ft
Restaurants
No 2 Baker Street
400 ft
2 Baker Street
The Ground House
200 ft
40 King Street
Voseba
300 ft
44 King Street
Victoria's Coffee Shop
100 ft
15 King Street
Caffe Pompei
300 ft
55 King Street Stirling
Unorthodox Roasters
600 ft
12 Friars Street
Shakebar
300 ft
6 Port Street
Getting around
City Centre
Stirling3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Edinburgh (EDI)74 min  ·  30.3 mi
Glasgow Airport (GLA)87 min  ·  35.9 mi
Train
Stirling Train Station4 min  ·  1000 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP12.95 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Polish
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
5
Number of rooms:
61

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Golden Lion Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 2725 verified reviews
7.3/10
Very good
71%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.7/10
Cleanliness
7.9/10
Comfort
7.9/10
Facilities
7.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
5.7/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
4.6/10
Staff
8.3/10
Value for money
7.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 6123 reviews
7.4/10
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