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The White Lion Hotel

★★★ Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, GB

8.6 guest rating· 1236 reviews

About this hotel

Seaside Charm and Comfort

Fresh Seafood and Scenic Views

Indulge in fresh seafood while taking in the far-reaching sea views at The White Lion. The hotel's menus are crafted from fresh Suffolk produce, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

Recreational Activities and Nearby Attractions

Explore the surrounding walking trails or take a short drive to Snape Maltings Concert Hall. Arrange a tennis match at the Country Club or enjoy a round of golf at the nearby James Braid course in Thorpeness.

Convenience and Relaxation

Relax in the warm atmosphere of The White Lion and enjoy the excellent service provided by the privately owned hotel. With free Wi-Fi, beach-facing bar, oak-panelled restaurant, and free on-site parking, your stay promises both convenience and comfort.

Book now to experience the perfect seaside hideaway at The White Lion!

Rooms & rates

Double Room with Inland View

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Double or Twin Room with Inland View

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Double or Twin Room with Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Double bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Double Room with Sea View

Sleeps 2 · 13 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Golf course
  • Mini golf
  • 24-hour front desk
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  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, GB

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say8.61236 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Good breakfastOverpricedDated facilitiesNoise issues
Cleanliness8.4
Service9.4
Location9.4
Room Quality7.9
Amenities8.4
Value for Money7.4

Overall good value for money

6.0

Comfortable, clean, location, friendly staff, pot of tea excellent

Treck to get to the room, shower was bad, shabby paintwork,needs revamp in and out, breakfast was a shambles not enough staff and getting things to late to eat at the right time. Toast came out after finishing breakfast.

Candy · GB · 2026-07-21

not great value for money

7.0

breakfast was very nice

we had no hot water and were going to a wedding. We had cold showers for both days.

Samantha · GB · 2026-07-20

A superb Sunday Lunch

10.0

We were staying in Aldeburgh for a few days and booked for Sunday lunch “on spec”. Always slightly risky, but in this case we struck lucky. We had an excellent roast dinner- beef tender, tasty and cooked medium rare, chicken tender and succulent, vegetables full of flavour and light and fluffy Yorkshire puddings. The gravy was similarly delicious- intense umame flavour which enhanced the overall taste of the meal.The fruit crumble dessert was good too - lots of fruit and not to sweet. All in all a very enjoyable experience .

susankI6579PA · 2026-07-19

The Ageing Lion is Falling Asleep

4.0

Our experience at the White Lion was not good overall. The original room we were directed to was very tired and did not reflect that shown on the website however we were offered an alternative on request. This appeared to have had a refurb but was itself also looking tired and with obvious defects such as cable sticking out of trunking, gaps between pipework and the tiled wall, wardrobe not fitted back to the wall, and already worn surfaces on furniture, to name a few. The service at breakfast was extremely slow, 45 minutes to arrive on one day, although it did improve on the last day after we mentioned it to reception. A credit for one breakfast was offered. The external looks tatty although it did appear to be being repainted. This is a tired, ageing hotel which without significant investment risks, sadly, decline and demise.

davidyR3534OI · YORK, NORTH YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND · 2026-07-17

A nice little break with a sea view, delicious food and friendly staff.

9.0

Location and atmosphere. Friendly and helpful staff. Delicious food.

Parking can be an issue at busy times. Rooms perhaps beginning to look a bit dated now. No air con and very limited window opening.

Susan · GB · 2026-07-17

Guest review

10.0

Friendly staff and great location

Niall · GB · 2026-07-15

Good to know

Multiple bookings of 5 or more rooms will be subject to different terms and conditions.

Bookings over a certain value may be subject to additional deposits and cancellation policies.In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 5 years old to 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children from 5 years old to 16 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.