This 16th-century coaching inn has played host to both Dickens and Darwin. With beautiful, Elizabethan decor, The Lion is set within the heart of historic Shrewsbury. The Lion is a Grade I-listed building, and guests can relax by the Tudor fireplace. The Pickwick Papers were written by Charles Dickens at the hotel itself, and it has also been visited by the 19th-century Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli, as well as the legendary violinist, Paganini. Rooms offer unique furnishings with renovated decor and original features. Private bathrooms are included in each room, along with a TV and tea/coffee facilities. The many historic streets and shops of central Shrewsbury can be reached within 5 minutes on foot. Pride Hill and Darwin shopping centers are both less than 10 minutes’ walk away, and Shrewsbury Rail Station is a 15-minute walk from The Lion.
An private bathroom is featured in this room.
Amenities:
- Room Service
- 24 hour front desk
- Property is cleaned with disinfectant
- Contactless check-in and check-out are available
- Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
- Social distancing measures are in place
- Internet Access - Free Public Access
- Acrylic shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
- Non-Smoking Facility
- Pet Friendly
- Lounge/Bar