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The Royal Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Lyme Regis with indoor pool and restaurant

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Deluxe Room for 4
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Deluxe Room for 4 | View from room
Restaurant
The Royal Lion Hotel, in the heart of the city, offers a welcoming retreat with practical comforts. Guests enjoy the indoor pool, billiards table, and on-site restaurant serving English breakfast. In-room WiFi and self-parking round out the convenient amenities.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €107
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, Terrace

Deluxe Double Room, Terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfy Quadruple Room

Comfy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Comfy Double Room

Comfy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Indulgence Double Room

Indulgence Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfy Twin Room

Comfy Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Comfy Accessible Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfy Single Room

Comfy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room for 4

Deluxe Room for 4

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the area

Lyme Regis is home to The Royal Lion Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dorset and East Devon Coast and East Devon, while Lyme Regis Museum and Dinosaur Land are cultural highlights. Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and Seaton Tramway are also worth visiting.
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Map
60 Broad St, Lyme Regis, England, DT7 3 QF

What's nearby

  • Lyme Regis Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marine Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lyme Regis Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Monmouth Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Axminster Station - 16 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Swim - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Standard - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Pilot Boat - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kiosk - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Lion Hotel

Property highlights
The Royal Lion Hotel provides a restaurant and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guest rooms at The Royal Lion Hotel boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 36-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 150 reviews
The price is €167
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 15.95 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 15.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does The Royal Lion Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Lion Hotel?

As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Lion Hotel on 19 Oct 2025 start from €106.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Royal Lion Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Royal Lion Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Royal Lion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Royal Lion Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Royal Lion Hotel located?

Situated in Lyme Regis, this hotel is steps away from Lyme Regis Beach, Lyme Regis Museum and The Town Mill. Dinosaur Land and Dinosaurland Fossil Museum are just steps away.

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Reviews

The Royal Lion Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 363 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 363 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 363 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 363 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 363 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Neil

Fantastic location and staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quirky it was a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and quiet. Excellent breakfast too
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Wonderful location in heart of charming seaside historic town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay as always.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always pleased to go there
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bozena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Room was very clean .Very tasty breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our 4 day stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel right in the center of Lyme Regis. Lovely pub and dining room. Vintage vibe. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old pub with quaint rooms our was a bit dated but that’s what we expected. Service was great and breakfast included was terrific. Pretty good value for money,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast staff very good and breakfast itself also good although the coffee always went cold! Room was comfortable and spacious though the shower could be stronger. Overall, a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed at the Royal Lion about 10 times now and its always good, nice people, lovely area, great food both breakfast in the dining room and lunch or dinner in the restaurant or bar. Would highly recommend it to anyone who wants a relaxing stay in Lyme Regis
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We lived our stay the room was beautiful, the gluten free options for me for breakfast were also great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LisaMarie

Liked: Amenities
Nice clean an comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very close to the beach and shops. Parking is tight but manageable. Staff friendly. Good variety for breakfast, but ask if you like eggs runny as they are well overcooked.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good safe parking. Lovely room with balcony/sea view. Easy access to the br=each and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the friendly and helpful staff nothing was to much trouble. The only thing we didnt like was having to leave !!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay - it’s an older building so expect creaky floors and smaller rooms but the character of the place is amazing and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Position for everything was great, and all was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Ideally situated - good food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hotel with an old fashion charm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and would definitely come back, Oh and the breakfast was excellent, great staff too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Great stay booked again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice people and hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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