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Golden Lion Hotel, Rugby

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8.7|Great
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Check-in
11Nov
Check-out
12Nov
Guests
2 Guests
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About the Hotel

Main Street, Easenhall, Rugby
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Near Swift Valley Nature Reserve
Great
8.7
/10
4.0
4.3
/5

Golden Lion Hotel - A 16th-century inn with individually designed rooms, a traditional bar and restaurant, and proximity to Warwickshire countryside

Golden Lion Hotel offers 17 individually designed en-suite rooms, including double, twin, single, and family options, with four-poster bedrooms available. Rooms feature free Wi-Fi, HD televisions, and complimentary tea and coffee facilities, with some units including spa baths or garden views. The 16th-century bar and restaurant serves real ales, a Sunday carvery, and dishes like homemade steak pie, with gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. Guests can relax in the garden or explore nearby landmarks such as Newbold Quarry Park (4 km) and Rugby School Museum (6 km). The hotel is a 10-minute drive from Rugby and 45 km from Birmingham, with easy access to the M6 and M1 motorways. Business amenities include meeting spaces with free Wi-Fi and onsite parking. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Golden Lion Hotel.

Pros

The 16th-century bar and restaurant feature a log fire and serve real ales, homemade dishes, and a Sunday carvery.

Individually designed rooms include free Wi-Fi, HD televisions, and complimentary tea and coffee facilities.

Proximity to Warwickshire countryside and landmarks like Newbold Quarry Park (4 km).

Four-poster bedrooms with spa baths are available for an additional fee.

Business-friendly amenities include meeting spaces and complimentary onsite parking.

Cons

Some dishes may contain traces of nuts due to shared preparation areas.

Limited dining options outside the hotel, requiring a short drive to Rugby for additional choices.

Select your room type

Golden Lion Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
  • Double Room
    2 persons
    195 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
    Bathtub
    Shower
  • Classic Single Room Shower
    2 persons
    90 sq. feet
    1 Single bed
    Shower
  • Double Room Four Poster Bed
    2 persons
    195 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
    Bathtub
    Shower

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Facilities

Golden Lion Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Golden Lion Hotel Location

Main Street, Easenhall, Rugby
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Golden Lion Restaurant
Main Street
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Cycling along the Oxford Canal
10 minutes' drive
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Wellness at Centenary Park
45 minutes walking
Relax in beautiful park surroundings with walking trails and green spaces ideal for yoga and meditation.
Golden Lion Restaurant
Golden Lion Restaurant
1 minute' walk
Casual dining with traditional British cuisine. Known for its hearty meals and inviting atmosphere.
The Coach and Horses
5 minutes' drive
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Rugby Theatre
10 minutes' drive
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Getting around
  • City Centre
    Rugby 9 min  ·  3.7 mi
  • Airports
    Birmingham (BHX) 63 min  ·  26.0 mi
    East Midlands (EMA) 90 min  ·  37.1 mi
  • Train
    Rugby Train Station 9 min  ·  3.7 mi
  • Bus
    Bus stop 18 min  ·  5000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-22:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 13.5 per person.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
10

Reviews and Ratings

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Guests frequently praise the spacious and clean rooms at the Golden Lion Hotel, equipped with expected facilities like Wi-Fi and TV. Many enjoyed the dinner menu, highlighting the variety and quality, especially the steak, and found the included breakfast to be good value. The convenient, quiet location close to Rugby and with plenty of parking is a plus for many, although some guests have noted that the furniture in some rooms may appear older style. It is a popular choice for those journeying to events like Crufts.
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Review score
Based on 3 verified reviews
8.0 /10
Great
100%
Recommend
Staff
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.4/10
Facilities
8.4/10
Pros
Warm welcome
Clean rooms
Delicious food
Cons
Hard bed
Guest reviews
based on 3 reviews
8.0/10
based on 316 reviews
8.7/10
Grayson from United States
Single
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: February 14, 2026
9/10

Solid experience

good variety clean room clean en-suite
I enjoyed the dinner menu because it had good variety. I found my room clean and warm. The en-suite was also very clean. This was a plus.
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Robert from United Kingdom
Family with children
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: February 09, 2026
9/10
clean bathroom older furniture steak pie
The room was lovely. The bathroom was well appointed and clean. The furniture in the bedroom was older style. Everything worked! The food was AMAZING!!! I had the steak pie. The cooked breakfast was perfect too.
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Amelia from United Kingdom
Single
Double Room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed: February 04, 2026
6/10

Acceptable Stay with Some Issues

uncomfortable bed inoperative remote
The staff seemed efficient and friendly .
My room felt quite dated. The television remote did not work at all. I also found the bed uncomfortable and it affected my sleep negatively.
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