The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, St Ives (Cambridgeshire) ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Market Hill, St Ives (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, PE27 5AL

The Golden Lion Hotel in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, is a historic coaching inn that has welcomed guests for over 300 years. Located near the Great Ouse River, it features a charming blend of traditional architecture and modern amenities. The hotel is proud to be part of a collective of restored inns, providing an inviting atmosphere with excellent service.

Location

Situated in the heart of St Ives, this hotel is within walking distance to local attractions, including the notable 15th-century St Ives Bridge. Public car parking is available nearby for a nominal daily fee. The hotel is conveniently located about 30 km from Cambridge, making it an accessible retreat for those exploring the region.

Rooms

The hotel offers a variety of accommodation options, including deluxe double bedrooms featuring comfortable kingsize beds and additional living space. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and en-suite facilities. For guests traveling with pets, the hotel accommodates well-behaved dogs for a small additional fee.

Eat & Drink

Dining at The Golden Lion includes a selection of freshly prepared dishes that highlight local produce. Guests can enjoy a full English breakfast daily, as well as an all-day dining menu featuring traditional favorites. The coffee house offers a relaxing spot for beverages and pastries, perfect for both casual meetings and leisure breaks.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides a pet-friendly bar area, where guests can unwind with drinks at any time of day. Although the hotel lacks dedicated meeting rooms, its cozy environments can serve smaller business needs, and staff is available to assist with arrangements. The attentive team aims to ensure smooth and enjoyable experiences for all visitors.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Suite

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2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Superior Family Room

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2 persons

14 m²

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1 King-size bed

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Superior Double Room

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2 persons

13 m²

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Getting around

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City Centre

St Ives (Cambridgeshire) 1.0 km

Airports

Cambridge (CBG) 28.3 km

London Stansted (STN) 66.9 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

I loved the surprisingly large room; the cozy bed and good hot shower made my stay so enjoyable.view full review

Delicious Dinner

The dinner in the restaurant was a highlight, with a great ambiance and a fantastic menu selection.view full review

Impeccably Clean

The bathroom was spotless, with fluffy white towels and generous toiletries that added a touch of luxury.view full review

Inviting Atmosphere

The corner room with windows on two sides allowed fresh air to circulate, creating a refreshing and inviting space.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
No parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
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

Location

Market Hill, St Ives (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, PE27 5AL

Map view

Market Hill, St Ives (Cambridgeshire), United Kingdom, PE27 5AL

City landmarks

Church Street

Holt Island Nature Reserve

680 m

Norman Ct

The Manor

2.5 km

Meadow Ln

St Ives Lakes Fishery

940 m

Church

St. James' Church

2.2 km

Houghton Hill House Houghton Hill

Houghton Mill

3.3 km

Mill St

National Trust

3.3 km

Busway NCN51

RSPB Fen Drayton Lakes

3.1 km

Ferry Lagoon

3.5 km

Nature reserve

The Hanson-RSPB Wetland Project Ouse Fen Nature Reserve

3.7 km

Far Fen Lake

3.8 km

Hale Road

Swavesey Windmill

4.7 km

Farm

Johnsons Farm Old Hurst

6.2 km

Island Hall

7.0 km

Nearby

Museum

The Norris Museum

390 m

Bridge

St Ives Bridge

200 m

6-7 The Pavement

Statue of Oliver Cromwell

10 m

Church

All Saints Parish Church

590 m

The Broadway

Queen Victoria's Jubilee Memorial

290 m

17 Market Hill

St Ives World War Memorial

550 m

Restaurants

The Golden Lion Hotel Restaurant

10 m

Market Hill

PR Massala

80 m

1 Wellington Street

Pr Masala

70 m

1 Wellington Street

Amore

160 m

4 The Quay

The Oliver Cromwell

180 m

Wellington Street

Di Rita's Italian Cuisine

150 m

21 Bridge Street

Cherry Valley Chinese Restaurant

160 m

24 Bridge Street

Welcome Chinese Restaurant

200 m

2 & 4 East Street

River Terrace Cafe

190 m

1 & 2 Manor Mews Bridge Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.3

Service

8.7

Dining

8.0

4.5/5 based on 599 reviews

#1 of 3 hotels in St Ives based on Tripadvisor

Jim

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offers a cozy and pet-friendly stay with spacious rooms featuring a nice shower and a mini fridge. The service, led by manager Paul, was exemplary despite minor room for improvement. Its central location near the river and bus stop provides easy access to city attractions. Guests can enjoy a unique dining experience with vegan black pudding, but there might be limited options. Overall, the facilities enhance the stay, offering modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms are spacious and well-equipped, including a good shower and a mini fridge for cold water. Perfect for accommodating pets.

Service

8.0

The service was top-notch, especially under the guidance of manager Paul. A customer service refresher could elevate the experience further.

Location

9.0

The hotel's proximity to the river, bus stop, and city center makes it an ideal base to explore the surroundings.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers unique dishes like vegan black pudding, catering to diverse preferences. However, there might be limited options available.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides modern facilities that enhance the stay, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Geoff

United Kingdom, October 2023

9.0/10

I checked into this hotel and was pleasantly surprised by its superb location, conveniently situated right in the town center and within walking distance of everything. Although the room layout was a bit unique, I must say the bathroom was well-designed with a good shower, a very comfortable bed, and even space for my dog!

Rooms

8.0

The room had a strange layout but included a well-designed bathroom with a good shower, comfy bed, and even space for my dog!

Service

9.0

The service here was exceptional, especially thanks to Manager Paul. However, I felt that some staff members could benefit from a customer service refresher course.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was superb, right in the center of town and really close to the river. It made exploring the area so convenient!

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was lovely, with unique delicacies served, including vegan black pudding. Definitely a delight for the taste buds!

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were top-notch, offering everything from room service to pet amenities. A well-rounded experience!

Jamie

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.6/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The location was fantastic, right in the heart of Cambridge and close to the town center. The rooms were cozy, and the service was top-notch, especially thanks to Paul, the manager. The dining experience was unique with vegan black pudding on the menu. However, the bathroom layout was a bit odd, and a customer service refresher course might be beneficial for some staff members.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy and perfect for me and my dog. The mini fridge was a great addition for keeping water cold.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, particularly thanks to Paul, the manager. However, there might be room for improvement in customer service skills.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is ideal, right in the town center and very close to the bus stop for convenient travel.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, especially with the unique addition of vegan black pudding on the menu.