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The White Lion Hotel

3.0 of 5
Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh IP15 5BJ, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 June 2013 NEW

Flying first ever visit to Aldeburgh to see Grimes on the beach - great hotel fantastic performance. Sitting shivering under the night sky as the tragedy of Grimes unfolds - back to the warmth and comfort of the White Lion. The staff were excellent and the food very good. Room fine - all in all a great visit to a... More

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York, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

In Aldeburgh for a couple of days to go to a concert at The Maltings, I remembered the White Lion from a previous trip over five years ago. So we booked in again and were not disappointed; from the lovely warm welcome as we arrived to our room (26 on the front corner) which was spotless and had two nice... More

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Grays Thurrock, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

Booking by phone was simple and quick. All staff were very friendly and polite. The restaurant was nice and bright and food okay. On arrival we were booked in and told where our room was, we were offered help with the luggage. The lift was an experience but not a problem! On entering the room it looked fine, bit dark... More

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The English Countryside
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

We had a very nice stay at the White Lion. Room 5 had a great view and was in good condition apart from a few housekeeping issues which could be viewed when you were having a bath. But then the cleaners don't take a bath before they clean! Very comfy bed and nice crisp clean bedding. A couple of comments... More

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Buckingham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

I have always wanted to stay here. A Britten fan and this year was a must. The service in the relaxed atmosphere of the brasserie was first-rate. Having stayed in Rome, Siena, Florence and Palermo recently, this hotel stands comparison with any of those establishments. I do not understand the comments from fresh 1980 especially the disparaging agist comments. We... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Booked for one night only, wish we were able to stay longer!. perfect room overlooking the sea at reasonable rate. Service from reception to waiters to manager was excellent, nothing too much trouble. Lunch menu and quality of food superb, dinner overlooking the sea from a very nice and well furnished dining room was superb. Great breakfast, plenty of choice... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Stayed one night during tour of East Anglia. Pleasant room had great view over the beach. Modern bright interior belies the classic exterior. Friendly and efficient staff. Many families with children (it was half term) Aldeburgh (with its Peter Grimes links) is worth a visit and hotel is well placed for walks along the beachfront. To avoid surprises worth checking... More

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London
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10 hotel reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Aldeburgh is not somewhere that springs to mind as an up-and-coming destination, but is one of the best city getaways and under-appreciated by the young (average age of visitors looks to be late 40s). The White Lion kind of echoes why the young head west the Cotswolds, or south to Spain, despite Aldeburgh beauty and amole offerings. Aldeburgh is really... More

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Billericay, United Kingdom
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7 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

We have just had another very pleasant half-board stay at this hotel, booked at relative short notice. The management there are progressive and are offering lots of interesting packages for the upcoming summer season, really worth a look.

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Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom
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38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Stayed 2 nights, over a bank holiday weekend so Aldeburgh was very busy. Location Right on sea front, small car park at rear ( 6/7 cars) and on street parking in front of Hotel - enough for 50 cars but full all the time we were there. Come out of Hotel front door and you are on the beach in... More

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Also Known As:
Best Western Aldeburgh
Aldeburgh Best Western
Address: Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh IP15 5BJ, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > East Anglia > Suffolk > Aldeburgh
Amenities:
Beach Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service
Hotel Style:
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#1 Business Hotels in Aldeburgh
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Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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