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The Old Black Lion, Hay-On-Wye

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From$161 /night
Check-in
12Sept
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13Sept
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About the Hotel

Lion Street, Hay-On-Wye
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Close to the Hay-on-Wye Town Centre
Great
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Featuring a restaurant, the charming The Old Black Lion Hay-On-Wye hotel lies nearly 5 minutes' walk from The Lion Street Gallery. Boasting bicycle tours and horseback riding, the 4-star inn is located within reach of the Warren river beach.

Location

The centre of Hay-On-Wye can be reached within a 5-minute walk. Guests can visit Hay Ruined Castle, which is 500 metres away, and The Old Electric Shop which is approximately 300 metres from the Old Black Lion Hay-On-Wye.

The toll Whitney Bridge is within 7 km of this Hay-On-Wye hotel.

Lower Mead bus stop is located merely a 5-minute walk away.

Rooms

The accommodation features 9 rooms with a traditional interior featuring a carpeted floor, along with such modern amenities as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing table, and also feature tea and coffee making facilities.

Eat & Drink

Guests are welcome to have dinner at the onsite à la carte restaurant. Choose from an unlimited choice of British dishes at Restaurant at The Old Black Lion which is in the immediate vicinity of the hotel.

Leisure & Business

A selection of activities are offered in the area, such as canoeing, hiking, and fishing.

Must-do experiences

  • Browse the Hay-on-Wye Bookshops for rare finds and literary gems.
  • Visit the Hay Castle for its fascinating history and beautiful grounds.
  • Sample local delicacies at The River Café, including Welsh cakes.
  • Explore the independent stalls at Hay Market on Thursdays for local crafts.
  • Experience a storytelling session at the Hay Festival if in season.

Select your room type

The Old Black Lion offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
  • Single Room
    2 persons
    12 sq. feet
    1 Single bed
    Heating
    Shower
  • Superior Double Room
    2 persons
    20 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
    Heating
    Shower
  • Double Room
    2 persons
    18 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
    Heating
    Shower
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Facilities

The Old Black Lion offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Public parking is possible on site for free.

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Old Black Lion Location

Lion Street, Hay-On-Wye
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Hay-On-Wye 4 min  ·  1000 ft
  • Airports
    Gloucestershire (GLO) 124 min  ·  51.3 mi
    Swansea (SWS) 157 min  ·  65.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:30-21:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
9

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Old Black Lion from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 488 verified reviews
8.7 /10
Great
90 %
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.8/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free WiFi
9.0/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.0/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 366 reviews
4.5/5
based on 741 reviews
8.5/10
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