Main Road, Chelmsford, CM3 3JA, United Kingdom
#1 of 6 hotels in Chelmsford
Guests' ChoiceBased on 472 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 8 March 2023
Lesley
United KingdomI liked the breakfast Was a little disappointed I didn’t get a balcony or terrace as the site does say terrace to a garden. Found it difficult carrying my suitcase up and down the stairs
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 24 February 2023
Scott
United KingdomThe breakfast well superb.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 23 February 2023
Lesley-anne
United KingdomJust the gnocchi !
We needed somewhere to stay overnight after travelling to a funeral nearby. This looked the best option but our expectations were not high. So we were really surprised at how good the place was. The staff were friendly, professional and helpful. Everything about the Inn has been very carefully thought out. The place is comfortable, super decor with lots of thought clearly having gone in to the finishing touches. We like that the bedrooms are secured via a door code from the rest of the inn. Our room was a standard one but had everything we needed. The menu is good pub grub, service excellent. My partner had fish and chips, all well cooked. I made a mistake and chose gnocchi which was not good, but staff quickly took it away, and off our bill and asked me to choose something else. I didn’t but had a cheese plate instead which was a main meal in itself and excellent.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
Karen
United KingdomEverything was just perfect as always
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
David
United KingdomI was in a room (9) above the dining room and the thump of the music carries straight up. if you are an early to bed kind of person this can be an issue.
Very comfortable beds. this is an issue. I travel a lot and am increasingly finding hotels using harder mattresses because they last longer. The lion was a really nice exception. The staff were friendly and the food was good. Impressed
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 19 February 2023
Suzi
United Kingdombreakfast wasn’t quite as good as expected and but disappointing the coffee was from a machine
Gorgeous setting, rooms lovely and bed very comfortable. dinner exceptional and such good value. Staff helpful and friendly
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 15 February 2023
Jane
United KingdomBar service in the evening confusing
Breakfast superb, great service
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 12 February 2023
Dean
United KingdomNothing.
Every member of staff was faultless, the facilities were extremely clean, and the food was superb.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 3 February 2023
Jonathan
United KingdomStaff were all delightful. Rooms good size. Shower exceptional. Towels Fabulous. Food good, Breakfast great.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 27 January 2023
Belinda
United KingdomThe Lion Inn never fails to disappoint, this is our second stay in the last 12 months and we will certainly be back. The room is beautifully decorated, bed is so comfortable and we noticed on both stays just how incredible the shower is. Breakfast options are perfect and everything I’ve had on the menu so far has exceeded my expectations. To summarise, you really feel as though everything has been thought of in the room. We were actually due to go out but got so relaxed in the room we just stayed in and had a well deserved night off from parenting. We can’t wait to come back! Thanks to the lovely staff for another lovely stay 😊
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 21 January 2023
Julie
United KingdomLovely decor, comfortable room. Also staff very friendly. Nothing to much for them especially Rhiannon on reception lovely girl.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 4 January 2023
Martin
United KingdomCar park was totally full by the time I arrived! Just squeezed somewhere in due to having a small car.
Staff member very friendly and helpful. I was on a work trip even though I had had a recent surgical operation and wasn't really fit to be out and about. Very sympathetic when I had suffered a slight post op complication. Would definitely return here. Room excellent.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 31 December 2022
Neil
United KingdomThe reception staff were the friendliest that I have ever come across in many years. They all had smiles and were very friendly and helpful and set exactly the right tone for our short stay so cannot wait to return.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 29 December 2022
Michelle
United Kingdomnothing
design, comfort and lots of little touches that make your stay feel special
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 18 December 2022
Parsley
United KingdomThe room we had was nos 23, There was no heating coming from the radiator in the bathroom,&where the large mirror is placed where there is no socket for straighteners, etc.In the bathroom the hot tap is loose needs fixing.The aerial to the TV was coming away & had to go to reception to see if it could be fixed but luckily the reception lady fixed it & didn't feel that I should touch it.These little things need addressing & then all will be good.These basic things should be sorted or checked on a regular basis. Mrs Hazel Parsley.
The breakfast & service was excellent. Plenty to choose from.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 16 December 2022
Wazler
United KingdomBreakfast was a great full English
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 15 December 2022
Karen
United Kingdomnothing
beautiful
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 14 December 2022
Edward
United KingdomPersonally not a fan of wet rooms but overall room and facilities top class
The visit was excellent and all the staff to be complimented on the welcome and service. Evening meal and breakfast were excellent.Very well stocked and run bar. In all a superb stay and if we are ever back in the area won't hesitate to book again. Thanks everyone involved it was a real pleasure.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 12 December 2022
Paddy
United KingdomDecor, facilities+staff
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 4 December 2022
Roslyn
United Kingdomnoise from downstairs in the bedroom. hard to get to sleep and in the morning music very load again. went to breakfast and only three people sitting down with that music. I’m sure it could’ve been turned down especially in the morning
rooms very clean and had everything you needed. very good staff
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 3 December 2022
Bruce
United Statesthe rain! 😁
they have good sleeping room facilities, it is quiet and have an excellent on-site restaurant!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 30 November 2022
Alan
United Kingdommodern but stylish and high quality décor. good parking and quiet area, but lively atmosphere inside.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 23 November 2022
Laura
United KingdomAn absolutely beautiful spot in my home town. Impeccable service and the rooms are always spacious and immaculate.
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 1 November 2022
Ian
United Kingdomnothing
lovely place and booked late with no problems
Stayed in October 2022
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