8.6 / 10 Guest Rating

The Old Black Lion

Name: The Old Black Lion
Address: Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye, gb
Rating: 8.6

Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye, gb

About the Property

Charming Inn with Historical Significance

Award-Winning Dining Experience
The Old Black Lion boasts the title of 'The Best Pub in Powys' and holds a top spot in Wales. Indulge in our 2 AA Rosette restaurant's exquisite menu, honored with the prestigious Good Food Award Gold Seal for 2024.

Cozy Rooms with Modern Amenities
Retreat to a traditional room featuring a comfortable carpeted floor, en suite bathroom, and a flat-screen TV. Enjoy the convenience of tea and coffee making facilities in your room for a relaxing stay.

Book now to experience the historic charm and exceptional hospitality of The Old Black Lion.

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available

Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Restaurant

Terrace

Luggage storage

Packed lunches

Non-smoking throughout

Kid meals

Outdoor furniture

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out10:30 AM

Property Notes

When booking [4] rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply. Please note that the restaurant is currently closed on Sunday evening and on Mondays and Tuesdays. Extra beds in some rooms are available for children under 16, please contact the hotel directly to discuss. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

1 rate found

1/9

Superior Double Room

Features include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a hairdryer.

20 sqm

Sleeps 4

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerRadio

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Superior Double Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$286.03

$228.82

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.6

Excellent876 verified reviews

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Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the excellent food.

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Anthony

GB

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extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 14, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

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Fernando

PT

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

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Ian

GB

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extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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James

GB

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 12, 2026

"Beautiful hotel in a beautiful part of the world."

Exceptional

10.0

Beautiful pub and hotel in a beautiful part of the world. Lovely, friendly staff. Excellent room and facilities, right at the heart of the town. 10 out of 10 service all across the board. Highly recommend. We will be back soon.😁

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Facundo

GB

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 11, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

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John

GB

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 10, 2026

"Relaxing,great food,peace and quiet."

Exceptional

9.0

Location, staff very helpful and friendly. Food excellent. It was loverly staying in an historic property ,so more atmospheric than a modern hotel. Fab!

We liked the stay…..nothing we didn’t like.

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Dylan

GB

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 9, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Clare

GB

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extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 8, 2026

"Very Good"

Very Good

7.0

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William Scott

GB

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 5, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Beautiful spot with very accommodating staff

Not much. The black pudding on the breakfast could have done with a bit less cooking...

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Sarah

GB

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couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Jun 2, 2026

"We thought it was lovely and would definitely go back"

Exceptional

10.0

Great location, nice room, lovely food and staff

Shower door leaked so the floor got very wet

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The Old Black Lion

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

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Available Rooms

Superior Double Room

Amenities

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"We thought it was lovely and would definitely go back"