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Reviews of The Merrie Lion

Brook Street Fenny Compton, Southam, CV47 2YH, United Kingdom

#1 of 15 hotels in Southam

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 574 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.9

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff clean comfortable accommodation food excellent

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Wow - what a lovely place to stay. From the comfortable room to the gorgeous evening meal - this is not somewhere to mis
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Amazing food - make sure you have an evening meal if you are staying. Lovely room and a fabulous breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Perfect . Great village pub and grub.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing !

    Everything!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Not a lot

    Pub Atmosphere, Freindliness of the staff. Breakfast is included in the room rate, this shoud be stated on the website

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    10
    A very comfortable stay at a lovely friendly pub
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful cozy and spacious rooms with a fantastic shower and little private yard. Delicious homemade food and a wonderful atmosphere in the pub.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely place to stay, in a lovely village x
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The rooms were faultless, very comfy. Breakfast was excellent, glad I only went for the small full english, kept me going all day! We also enjoyed an evening meal at The Merrie Lion and again lovely food and very generous with portions. Really enjoyed our stay here, just a shame it was only for one night. We will definitely be back :)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    10
    Exceeded my expectations for business travel accommodation. Will stay again!
    • With a pet
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    More vegetarian choices on the meat-heavy dining menu.

    Everything was great, from the moment I drove into the parking space (there was lots of room) to the reception (friendly and efficient) to the room itself (larger than expected, light, airy and clean). Excellent food. Friendly locals. Lots of dog-friendly places to walk.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great spot, wonderful landlady and tasty breakfast!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Good recommendation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have preferred a cafetière of fresh coffe but that’s because I drink it at home.

    Good breakfast well presented and plenty of it

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    n/a

    Garden for dog

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    10
    A proper independent pup with modern clean, spacious and comfortable rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing!

    Set in a lovely village, a proper independent pup with modern clean, spacious and comfortable rooms. The staff were all brilliant - polite, attentive, really thought about the experience they provided. The owners are clearly proud of what they achieve and nothing was too much trouble, an ethos that was felt throughout our stay. The food was excellent with choices of normal pub meals and great pizzas. Breakfast was second to none with everything you could ask for. They even bought in vegan milk and spread for my wife which shows how much they care. We will definitely be coming back here again, just too good not to!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    An excellent stay overall.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing to mention. All very good.

    Friendly helpful and professional staff, excellent food (dinner and breakfast) and a comfortable room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No it was all good

    Beautifully appointed room with excellent facilities. Clean, comfortable, comfortable and a great location. The staff are very helpful and the breakfast was first class, as was the service.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    Only passing through but might alter future journeys so we can stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really lovely B&B by the pub; clean,spacious and super friendly landlady. Huge bed and fab shower. Food was excellent, we ate in the pub in the evening with friends and it was good but the highlight was the breakfast the following morning. Even defeated my 18 year old son!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    An excellent overnight stay with delicious food!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food - both evening meal and breakfast. Excellent accommodation - comfortable, clean and quiet.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    10
    A gem in middle England.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - everything perfect for our stay.

    Second time we’ve stayed here and once again it didn’t disappoint. The pub itself is full of character and has a ‘nice feel’ about it - very welcoming and friendly. The breakfasts are really excellent and I’m sure the food served during the day and evening would be of similar quality - although we never ate there other than breakfast. Daphne and her staff are very friendly but professional at the same time. They say people make a place and this is certainly true of the people at The Merrie Lion. The bedrooms are of a very high quality with everything you could wish for from the toiletries to the tea/coffee facilities. They are clean and very well presented. This is our go to place when in this area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Super breakfast, friendly helpful staff. Large comfortable room

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    10
    Wonderful hosts, delightful pub and inn located in a charming village!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Very hard to say! The rain? The parking can be a bit tricky given how popular the pub is, but even that wasn't an issue. Nothing comes to mind, as the hosts were so attentive to every detail.

    The Merrie Lion is a delightful pub and inn with exceptional service. Everyone was warm, kind, and friendly and so attentive to our needs. Every meal we had was delicious--especially the breakfasts each morning. The room was well appointed with modern yet cozy decor. The room was immaculately clean and the bed was very comfortable. If you are looking for a charming village from where you can take long walks through the countryside, Fenny Compton is the place to stay.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff ,room. Was very nice location , will return,

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely friendly pub with great food

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    10
    Most enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Didn’t like that I couldn’t stay longer!

    Superb!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Beautiful and amazing!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing not to like xx

    It's absolutely stunning accommodation! Beautiful room and facilities for us and our old lady Ella, everything you could need a more! We will be returning again many times! The merrie lion is a beautiful 17th century pub, with amazing food, the steak melts in your mouth!! And the breakfast is a last all day meal! The staff are lovely, and Daphne is amazing! Thank you so much for a lovely Birthday treat xx see you in the summer 🥰

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Perfect as always!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic room, a delicious breakfast and friendly people!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dog friendly rooms are great. Breakfast superb and evening meal lovely.

    Stayed in February 2024

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