Title: The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6062952&destination=St+Ives%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=15288352&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Upscale comfort meets convenience at this city center hotel where modern amenities and attentive service create a relaxing retreat for travelers ## Photo gallery for The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire ![Property amenity - The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/7667858a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/0c8fdb82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/ebc1e456.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/a6e75c04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge - The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire (St Ives)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/f8e8c848.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Golden Lion Hotel sits in the heart of St Ives, Cambridgeshire, offering a peaceful escape from city bustle. Guests appreciate practical amenities like dry cleaning services, on-site dining, complimentary WiFi, and luggage storage that make stays hassle-free. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Business services - Bar £59 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 29 - Mar 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 30 - Mar 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=15288352&PinnedHotelID=15288352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Double Room ![Classic Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/a14275a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room 8.8 Excellent 11 reviews - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Family Room ![Superior Family Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/cdd43283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Family Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Classic Single Room ![Classic Single Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/e9c8d28b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Single Room 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room ![Classic Twin Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/8c820755.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/e203823f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Double Room ![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/af14910b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite ![Deluxe Suite | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15288400/15288352/4b37b1c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - City view - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSt-Ives-Hotels-The-Golden-Lion.h15288352.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSt-Ives-Hotels-The-Golden-Lion.h15288352.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in St Ives, The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire is in the city centre. The Manor at Hemingford Grey and Island Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Overcote Fen Wildlife Area and Somersham Local Nature Reserve. One Leisure St Ives and Raptor Foundation are also worth visiting. [Visit our St Ives travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives.dx6062952) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.32328%2C-0.07319&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=opMVhsVy0-ZnSsXwVovGJp9GBO0=) Market Hill, St Ives, England, PE27 5JD ### What's nearby - ![Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193478/066dd5b1-eacd-4fc9-b0b9-2eb2195892f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Cambridge 17 min drive \- 14.7 miles - ![A World War II Bristol Blenheim light bomber](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193403/66a5a4dd-0437-4476-acb6-6f8132f2b369.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Imperial War Museum Duxford 24 min drive \- 24.0 miles - ![Ground level view on a race course of turnstiles used on a famous horse racing track in Newmarket, Suffolk, UK. 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You'll also find perks such as: - Full breakfast (surcharge), a banquet hall and newspapers in the reception - A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and 1 meeting room - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire include comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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GBP 15.50 for adults and GBP 7.50 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Newspapers in lobby ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 2 floors - Banquet hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Tea bags/instant coffee ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 5 per night ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.50 for adults and from GBP 7.50 for children - Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5 per night - Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Golden Lion Hotel St Ives Golden Lion St Ives The Golden Lion The Golden Lion Hotel St Ives Cambridgeshire The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Hotel The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire St Ives The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Hotel St Ives ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire? ### What time is check-in at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire? ### What time is check-out at The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire? ### Where is The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Golden Lion Hotel, St Ives, Cambridgeshire Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 243 8 - Good 109 6 - Okay 32 4 - Poor 16 2 - Terrible 5 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul 1 Feb 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room was spotlessly clean & very comfortable, all staff were very courteous & friendly nothing was too much trouble whatever your request was would without any doubt definitely stay here again ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Neil 3 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean rooms friendly service ##### Neil Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 7 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great service , lovely rooms ##### Jennifer Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Francesca 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Lovely hotel amazing room and great breakfast ##### Francesca Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Loved our stay, staff were helpful and breakfast was delicious. Cannot fault our experience and will return to stay in the future. ##### Jacqueline Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faye 14 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Room was spotless. Bathroom lively and clean with everything that you needed. Staff very friendly and courteous. Breakfast was good and the service too. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.. Would ##### Faye Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great location hospitality was brilliant ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### JULIE 21 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, easy check in. Room was fine but a little small. Bathroom had a bit of mold, but I'm sure the housekeeping staff will sort that, now been pointed out. Breakfast was excellent with plenty to choose from and also a cooked breakfast. The hotel restaurant and bar/foyer was very pretty and inviting. Didn't sample the food but many people were eating. Loved looking around the town of St Ives, the shops and pubs had made it very pretty with all the lights and everyone friendly. All in all a great time away and would stay again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/74575713-b241-463c-a60e-82a619e8319b-1766333462732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e46b2b05-8b84-48b5-9da4-68ca0628529d-1766333462846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### JULIE Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely Hotel Hotel very clean and up to date in decor. Right in the centre of town and plenty of pubs and restaurants. All amenities close at hand. ##### Christine Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### George 31 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Conveniently located, great service ##### George Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The place to stay Excellent Hotel - perfect location - friendly staff - good food / bar - can highly recommend. ##### Chris Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darren 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### great stay brilliant stay - lovely room and friendly staff - perfect location ##### Darren Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Tracy 14 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities No central heating on in the room until the morning. Although a heater was in the room on arrival it didn’t really heat up the room so didn’t sleep as very cold. We visited in December Room was lovely though and very central location ##### Tracy Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharleen 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic. Really enjoyed staying here. Staff were very friendly, breakfast was delicious and location was central. Really enjoyed our stay here. ##### Sharleen Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### JOHN 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Golden Lion - the good and the not so good. Good location, comfortable room which could have been a bit cleaner. Beware when putting out the 'green card', as well as not changing towels and linen they may not replenish tea bags, etc nor provide clean cups. Food very good, but table service is a bit variable. ##### JOHN Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregg 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities Great room with all the facilities needed WiFi, TV, tea and coffee, iron, etc and great sized bathroom for room type with full bath… Really good breakfast and choice, and cooked to order. All for a very reasonable price in a lovely Cambridgeshire town ##### Gregg Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### David 27 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hotel in the heart of St Ives Situated in the heart of St Ives - lovely location and staff really friendly - enjoyed the food too! ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raquel 12 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This place was fantastic. Helpful and professional staff, adorable rooms, lovely stay. ##### Raquel Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 19 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very central in the town, we always stay here. Friendly staff. ##### Anne Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy 24 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great staff. Clean and comfortable room. Highly recommend. ##### Kathy Stayed 1 night in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay Very friendly staff, excellent location, good food and great atmosphere. The only downside is that there is no on site parking. Although very cheap car park is only 5 minutes walk away ##### Andrew Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason 25 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great place to stay in St Ives. Staff are excellent, food’s amazing and the rooms are probably the best in St Ives. ##### Jason Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carson j 4 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great staff, very friendly. Great food. Very clean and comfortable hotel. ##### Carson j Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Central Lovely pub hotel in the centre of town. Parking is available at a number of nearby reasonably priced car parks. The hotel is very comfy and well presented ##### Diane Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay at the hotel, staff very froiendly and accommodating. 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