Title: The Golden Lion Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=116579612&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel with free parking, near Stirling Castle ## Photo gallery for The Golden Lion Hotel ![Exterior - The Golden Lion Hotel (Stirling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/a1439409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - The Golden Lion Hotel (Stirling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/690750c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board - The Golden Lion Hotel (Stirling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/9066a1b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Golden Lion Hotel (Stirling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/44e7df7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Golden Lion Hotel (Stirling)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/5d3a98e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Stirling Castle, The Golden Lion Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 6.0 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 29 - Dec 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 30 - Dec 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room ![Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/a0f93d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room ### Highlights TV Heating Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Desk - 86 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Triple Room ![Family Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/9066a1b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room ### Highlights TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Desk - 108 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double Room Single Use ![Desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/5ee361f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room Single Use ### Highlights TV Shower/bath combination Hairdryer Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Desk - 75 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FStirling-Hotels-The-Golden-Lion-Hotel.h116579612.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FStirling-Hotels-The-Golden-Lion-Hotel.h116579612.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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%7C56.11797%2C-3.93731&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nvnGzuj0Jav8Tvf3CKFmxjSnD8M=) 8-10 King St, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 1BD #### What's nearby - The Engine Shed \- 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Old Town Jail \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Tolbooth \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Church of the Holy Rude \- 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Stirling Castle \- 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Stirling (XWB-Stirling Train Station) - 4 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪No 2 Baker Street - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Crossed Peels (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk - ‪German Doner Kebab - ‬2 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk - ‪City Walls - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel near Stirling Castle Consider a stay at The Golden Lion Hotel and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk - A lift More amenities include: - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers - TVs with satellite channels - Heating, daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Premium Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20520000/20519700/20519638/c2ffdc86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Friars Wynd Hotel Stirling - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Housekeeping 8.0 Very good 244 reviews £64 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=20519638&PinnedHotelID=20519638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Twin Room, Ensuite | Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4320000/4312700/4312645/2d2258e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Old Rectory Inn Callander - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free secured self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 20 accessible parking spaces - Lift (150 centimetre wide door) - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business centre - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to lift - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (110 centimetre high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### More - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### 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 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.95 per person - Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 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. ### Property is also known as The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel The Golden Lion Hotel Stirling The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel Stirling ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Golden Lion Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Golden Lion Hotel? ### What time is check-in at The Golden Lion Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Golden Lion Hotel? ### Where is The Golden Lion Hotel 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 Reviews 6.0 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) ### 5.0 Cleanliness ### 5.0 Staff & service 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 4/10 Poor #### Sarah 12 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gareth 11 Aug 2025 ##### Gareth Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ---