The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.4

Property highlights

About this property

Set in the picturesque market town of St Ives, Cambridgeshire, The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group is a delightful 18th Century Coaching Inn steeped in charm and history. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from Cambridge. The property offers free WiFi in its public areas, a lively bar and restaurant. The bright and airy bedrooms at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group are complimented with a simple décor. Each room offers an en suite bathroom, tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer and flat-screen TV with Freeview channels. The hotel offers a full English breakfast each morning as well as varied menu of freshly prepared food for lunch and dinner. Local seasonal produce is used where possible. There is also a large selection of wines, spirits, draught beers and local real ales. The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group is a 40-minute drive away from Newmarket and Ely, with its magnificent cathedral and town. The hotel is close to the A14 making is easily accessible.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I liked the location and the staff were really friendly.”
Carol
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly staff, very helpful. Lovely good, very comfortable bed and room (superior). Good value. Great central location.”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our room was clean and well laid out. The hotel itself was very spacious, plenty of seating and clean. Lovely breakfast. We didn't eat an evening meal there so can't comment. Staff attentive, friendly and chatty. Overall a relaxing experience and...”
Eb
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff Location Friendly Attentive Food. Nice and hot. The Menu Drink prices”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, comfortable room and very helpful staff. Great location.”
Richards
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely little hotel, staff very friendly and welcoming, clean room everything you needed, good value for money”
Anita
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Well located , super accommodation , lovely staff.”
Judy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Central and nice atmosphere. Room was clean and tidy.”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff very friendly and helpful. It was so good I rebooked two weeks later. I will be back. Lovely hotel, great food and lovely staff..”
Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice cosy feel and very clean and well-presented. Location is perfect for St Ives.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Golden Lion Eatery & Coffee House
  • Cuisine
    British • International • European
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire - The Coaching Inn Group takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
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 13 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
Extra bed upon request
£10 per child, per night
Cot upon request
£5 per child, per night
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
£10 per person, 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 on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 8 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking 8 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Children are allowed on request. Contact property with your requirements. Additional fees apply.

Pets are allowed in the classic rooms upon request. Additional fees apply, please contact property in advance to ensure a pet-friendly room is allocated.

The hotel is a popular venue at weekends with various events and can have live music playing until late, they do their best to ensure this is kept to a minimum.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.