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The Old Black Lion Hay-On-Wye

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Hay-On-Wye
Aug 26, 2025 - Aug 27, 2025
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🔗 Website

0044 1497 820841

Address

Lion Street

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Overview

Impressions

Facilities

Rooms

Location

FAQ

The Old Black Lion Review

The Old Black Lion Hay-On-Wye hotel, located only 600 metres from Castle Book Store, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. A car park is available on site as well.

The property invites guests to the terrace bar to relax with a drink. Eve's serves British dishes and lies merely 5 minutes' walk away.

Hay-On-Wye centre can be reached within 5 minutes' walk. Hay Ruined Castle is 6 minutes' stroll from this hotel, and St. Michael's and All Angels is approximately a 25-minute walk away.

The 4-star inn is also located close to The Old Electric Shop.

A local bus stop Lower Mead is only 5 minutes' walk away.

A traditional decor is featured in the rooms at Old Black Lion. Most rooms at this accommodation have private bathrooms and carpeted floors.

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Key Features

  • free parking
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • restaurant
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • bar

Impressions

Pros

  • Delightful traditional hotel with tapas bars and pubs.
  • Stunning central location a 4-6 minute walking distance from Globe at Hay.
  • Surrounded by a river and a hill.
  • Huge guest rooms feature modern decor; most come with a comfortable bed, a built-in wardrobe and a crisp linen.
  • Good breakfast available daily with an espresso and a porridge, to mention but a few.
  • A good choice of dining options include a tapas restaurant with local fare.
  • Good main bar.
  • Excellent service and an early check-in.
  • Great prices for the area.

Cons

  • Past vacationers were disappointed with a bit small bathrooms.
  • Minor complaints about a few not very friendly employees.

Facilities

Dining facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Relax

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Activities for Kids

  • Children's menu

Rooms

Single Room

Size: 12 m2
Single

Location

Landmarks nearby

  • Hay Castle 470 m (1542 ft)
  • Whitney Bridge 6.59 km (4.09 mi.)
  • The Haymakers Gallery 320 m (1050 ft)
  • The Lion Street Gallery 200 m (656 ft)
  • Hay Deli 220 m (722 ft)
  • St Mary's Church 810 m (2657 ft)
  • Hay, Ross on Wye 20 m (66 ft)
  • The Warren 1.17 km (3839 ft)
  • Clifford Castle 3.54 km (2.20 mi.)
  • Paddles and Pedals Canoe Hire 700 m (2297 ft)

Restaurants nearby

  • Hay Conservative Club 100 m (328 ft)
  • The Granary 320 m (1050 ft)
  • The Old Electric Shop 310 m (1017 ft)
  • The Hay Tap 140 m (459 ft)
  • Eve's 220 m (722 ft)
  • Three Tuns 320 m (1050 ft)
  • Chapters Restaurant 160 m (525 ft)
  • The Globe At Hay Kitchen 300 m (984 ft)

Transportation

  • Lower Mead 300 m (984 ft)
  • Nantyglasdwr Lane 530 m (1739 ft)
  • Upper Moor Lodge 2.04 km (1.27 mi.)

The Old Black Lion FAQ

How far is the city centre from the charming 4-star The Old Black Lion?
Hay-On-Wye city centre can be reached within a 5-minute walk from the charming 4-star The Old Black Lion.
Which attractions should we visit while staying at The Old Black Lion?
You can always visit one of the highly rated attractions, Hay, Ross on Wye, placed 50 meters from The Old Black Lion. Other sights that are worth your while are The Warren Park (1.3 km the property) as well as Hay Ruined Castle (just 500 metres away).
Does the charming 4-star The Old Black Lion have guest parking?
Yes, the charming 4-star The Old Black Lion provides parking spaces on site.