The White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh

$$$$||View on mapAldeburgh, United KingdomMarket Cross Place, Aldeburgh, United Kingdom, IP15 5BJ|
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The White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh
Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, United Kingdom, IP15 5BJ·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.7Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.3
Location9.3
Staff8.7
Comfort8.4
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.6
Value for money7.0
Who stays here
Couples64%
Groups13%
Solo12%
Families10%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.7Very good
Highest Rated
Free WiFi9.3
Location9.3
Staff8.7
Comfort8.4
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.6
Value for money7.0
Who stays here
Couples64%
Groups13%
Solo12%
Families10%

Beachfront hotel with on-site Sea Spice Indian restaurant

Dining

The White Lion Hotel houses two on-site restaurants, including the Sea Spice Indian restaurant serving authentic cuisine and a Brasserie offering menus made from fresh Suffolk produce. The beach-facing bar serves a selection of local Adnams ales alongside a menu of fresh seafood. Guests can also order special diet menus and kids' meals, with breakfast served as a cooked-to-order full English.

Pet-Friendly Amenities

The Aldeburgh White Lion provides complimentary dog treats and bowls for pet guests, with dogs welcome in the dining room during meal times. The hotel sits directly opposite Aldeburgh's shingle beach, offering easy access for dog walks along the shoreline. Pets bowls are available throughout the property, and the hotel's pet-friendly policy extends to the shared lounge and TV area.

Accessibility and Facilities

The White Lion Hotel Aldeburgh has a dedicated wheelchair-friendly room with grab rails and an emergency cord in the bathroom, plus a lift to access upper floors. The hotel provides accessible parking, a toilet with grab rails, and a fully accessible private bathroom in the designated room. All public areas are wheelchair accessible, and the hotel has a 24-hour front desk to assist with luggage storage.

Location and Activities

Situated directly on Aldeburgh's seafront, the White Lion Hotel Suffolk is a 10-minute drive from Snape Maltings Concert Hall and within walking distance of Thorpeness Golf Club and Hotel. Guests can arrange tennis at the Country Club and golf on the established James Braid course at nearby Thorpeness, or enjoy boating activities at The Meare. The hotel is also close to a variety of walking trails along the Suffolk coast.

Rooms and Parking

The White Lion Aldeburgh offers a variety of room types, including sea view rooms with far-reaching views of the shingle beach and the historic Moot Hall. The hotel provides free on-site parking for guests, with spaces available in a small courtyard and additional street parking opposite the front entrance. Each room includes a private bathroom with a bath or shower, and some rooms feature high ceilings and large windows.

  • Dining: On-site Sea Spice Indian restaurant and Brasserie with local produce
  • Pet-Friendly: Complimentary dog treats, bowls, and welcome in dining room
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair-friendly room with grab rails and lift access
  • Location: Directly opposite Aldeburgh's shingle beach, 10 min from Snape Maltings
  • Activities: Tennis at Country Club, golf at James Braid course, boating at The Meare
  • Parking: Free on-site parking with courtyard and street spaces
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:30
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 14.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Hindi, Slovak, Urdu
Building
Number of rooms:28
Former name
Best Western White Lion Hotel
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 King Size Bed
  • Landscape view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator
Kitchen facilities

Dryer

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Landscape view

Room features

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The White Lion Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 163 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 49.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Norwich International, NWI

Location

Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, United Kingdom, IP15 5BJ
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Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, United Kingdom, IP15 5BJ
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Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, United Kingdom, IP15 5BJ
  • City landmarks
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Museums
Aldeburgh Museum
100 yd
Beach
Aldeburgh Beach
100 yd
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Restaurant
The IceCreamery
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Restaurant
Ives Ice cream Parlour & Coffee shop
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Munchies
100 yd
Restaurant
Aldeburgh Fish and Chips
100 yd
Restaurant
The White Hart Pub and Pizzeria
100 yd

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