In the heart of the charming market town, The Golden Lion at Settle dates from the 17th century and offers a bar, an elegant restaurant, and free Wi-Fi in public areas. A full English breakfast is provided in the morning. The large restaurant serves excellent food made from fresh local produce, and a wide selection of cask ales are available. Guests can relax in the residents’ lounge, or the hotel’s bar in front of a stunning Inglenook fireplace. Outdoor seating is also available, for al fresco dining in the courtyard area. The Golden Lion has been welcoming travellers since 1640, and it still retains some charming old features in its corridors. Each room has an en suite bathroom with free toiletries, and guests can make use of a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Guests can enjoy a variety of scenic walks and visit a range of quaint shops in the surrounding Yorkshire Dales. Settle Rail Station can be reached in 3 minutes on foot.

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

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very dog friendly, food was excellent. The room had everything needed & the fact they included dog beds, bowls & treats was amazing. I loved the dog friendly seating which made us feel very relaxed knowing we were sat around other dog owners.
  • Polly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We booked the hotel for the weekend as we were we going to a wedding at a nearby venue. The location of the hotel was perfect - 5 minute walk from the wedding venue. The hotel felt very cosy and welcoming and had lots of charm about it. Our...
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was great.Also the evening meal. Staff were friendly and efficient. Great beer. Room was very comfortable. Great location.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Spanish • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Golden Lion at Settle
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Live music/performance
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Golden Lion at Settle takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 07:00 to 10:30

 

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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots 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 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Golden Lion at Settle accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Golden Lion at Settle in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Golden Lion at Settle

  • The Golden Lion at Settle is 200 yards from the centre of Settle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Golden Lion at Settle is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The Golden Lion at Settle offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Live music/performance

  • Room options at The Golden Lion at Settle include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • The Golden Lion at Settle has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • The prices at The Golden Lion at Settle may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.