The White Lion Hotel

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The White Lion Hotel Is This the Best Place to Stay in Aldeburgh (GB)?

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The White Lion is a classic hotel situated directly across from Aldeburgh’s shingle beach, where picturesque wooden huts dot the shore. Guests can savor fresh seafood, benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi, and some rooms offer expansive views of the sea.

This privately owned hotel prides itself on exceptional service and a menu crafted from seasonal Suffolk produce. Guests may choose to dine in the casual beach-facing bar, which serves real ales, or in the elegant oak-panelled restaurant.

With its inviting ambiance and delicious cuisine, The White Lion serves as a delightful coastal retreat. A range of walking trails wind through the surrounding area, while Snape Maltings Concert Hall is just a 10-minute drive away.

Tennis at the Country Club and golf on the prestigious James Braid course can be arranged nearby in Thorpeness. Ample free parking is also available on site.

Couples have a strong preference for this location, giving it a rating of 9.6 for trips designed for two.

Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 double bed
or
2 single beds

Facilities of The White Lion Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking

  • Free WiFi

  • Facilities for disabled guests

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • 2 restaurants

  • Beachfront

  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

  • Bar

Bathroom
  • Toilet paper

  • Towels

  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)

  • Bath or shower

  • Private bathroom

  • Toilet

  • Free toiletries

  • Hairdryer

  • Shower

Bedroom
  • Linen

  • Wardrobe or closet

View
  • View

Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture

  • Beachfront

Kitchen
  • Tumble dryer

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries

    Off-site

  • Beach

  • Mini golf

    Additional charge

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

    Additional charge

Living Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV

  • Satellite channels

  • Radio

  • Telephone

  • TV

Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne

    Additional charge

  • Kid meals

    Additional charge

  • Special diet menus (on request)

  • Breakfast in the room

  • Bar

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking

Reception services
  • Invoice provided

  • Luggage storage

  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping

Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying

    Additional charge

Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers

  • CCTV outside property

  • CCTV in common areas

  • Smoke alarms

  • Key access

General
  • Pet bowls

  • Shared lounge/TV area

  • Non-smoking throughout

  • Wake-up service

  • Heating

  • Carpeted

  • Lift

  • Fan

  • Ironing facilities

  • Facilities for disabled guests

  • Non-smoking rooms

  • Iron

  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom

  • Toilet with grab rails

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages spoken
  • English

  • Hindi

  • Urdu

House rules
The White Lion Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30

Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 – 4 years
Cot upon request

Free

5 – 16 years
Extra bed upon request

£10 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted

Important Details
Essential information for visitors at this establishment

Reservations of five or more rooms will be subject to distinct terms and conditions.

Bookings that exceed a certain amount may require additional deposits and have specific cancellation policies.

Guests must present a valid photo ID and credit card at the time of check-in. Please be aware that all Special Requests depend on availability and may incur additional fees.

If you check out early, the property will charge you the full amount for your reservation.

Parking availability is limited and subject to space.

This establishment may hold events on-site, which could result in noise affecting some rooms.

This property is situated in a residential area, and guests are requested to minimize excessive noise.

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