Black Lion Hotel
$124
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Black Lion Hotel
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$124
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Black Lion Hotel average $107 in January, the cheapest month, and $133 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $107 |
| February | $110 |
| March | $118 |
| April | $116 |
| May | $126 |
| June | $124 |
| July | $133 |
| August | $131 |
| September | $125 |
| October | $124 |
| November | $121 |
| December | $115 |
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Cheapest: January (~$107)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At Black Lion Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms.
Location
Located in Abergele, Black Lion Hotel is within a 15-minute drive of Abergele Golf Club and Gwrych Castle. This guesthouse is 13.1 mi (21 km) from Eryri National Park and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Old Colwyn Golf Club.
What's nearby
Abergele Golf Club(5.3 miles)
Gwrych Castle(6.4 miles)
Old Colwyn Golf Club(7.7 miles)
Knightly's Funfair(7.8 miles)
Glan Clwyd Hospital(7.9 miles)
The Dingle(8.1 miles)
Tir Prince Fairground(8.2 miles)
Nant-y-Glyn Methodist Church(8.2 miles)
St. Paul's Church(8.4 miles)
Pensarn Beach(8.9 miles)
Prince's Drive Baptist Church(9 miles)
St. Asaph Cathedral(9 miles)
The Deane Library(9.1 miles)
Rhuddlan Castle(9.4 miles)
The Cayley Promenade(9.5 miles)
The nearest major airport is Chester (CEG-Hawarden)(33.3 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Cycling
Location
Swan Square, Llanfair Talhaiarn, Abergele LL22 8RY, Llanfair Talhaiarn, Wales, United Kingdom
Abergele Golf Club (5.3 miles)
Gwrych Castle (6.4 miles)
Old Colwyn Golf Club (7.7 miles)
Knightly's Funfair (7.8 miles)
Glan Clwyd Hospital (7.9 miles)
The Dingle (8.1 miles)
Room options
4
Double Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)
3
Double Room, Ensuite (King Size)
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)
3
Twin Room, Ensuite
2 Twin Beds
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)
3
Suite, Ensuite (King Size)
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Wi-Fi (Free)
Guest reviews of Black Lion Hotel
9.7
Exceptional
Based on 298 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
19%
Couple
42%
Family
28%
Group
9%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At The Black Lion, travellers consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff, tasty pub dining and hearty breakfasts, comfortable spacious rooms, and the peaceful riverside village setting that works well as a base for exploring North Wales.
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At The Black Lion, travellers consistently praise the friendly, welcoming staff, tasty pub dining and hearty breakfasts, comfortable spacious rooms, and the peaceful riverside village setting that works well as a base for exploring North Wales.
Cleanliness is widely noted as high, though a few guests mentioned minor bathroom mould or occasional odors, and isolated comments flagged a less comfortable mattress or limited breakfast choice. Despite the pub setting, rooms are generally quiet, and on-site parking is available. Expect a comfortable country-inn stay in a scenic, tranquil location.
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Facilities
The on-site pub restaurant and bar are popular for good food and drinks. On-site parking is available.
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10
Abby
Mar 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a really nice, cozy country pub in a lovely location. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and clean, with plenty of commodities. Lovely beers, relaxing atmosphere and great food in the evening. Breakfast was included with the room. We had the full breakfast and a coffee, it was delicious🙂 Decent pricing for the room, we will definitely be visiting again some time.
It was a really nice, cozy country pub in a lovely location. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and clean, with plenty of commodities. Lovely beers, relaxing atmosphere and great food in the evening. Breakfast was included with the room. We had the full breakfast and a coffee, it was delicious🙂 Decent pricing for the room, we will definitely be visiting again some time.
10
Kieran
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
10
Janet
Mar 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub hotel Lovely location Lovely food Comfortable rooms Lovely breakfast Will stay again Definitely recommend
Lovely pub hotel Lovely location Lovely food Comfortable rooms Lovely breakfast Will stay again Definitely recommend
10
Richard
Aug 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very plesant and well looked after.Food excellent and reasonably priced.
Very plesant and well looked after.Food excellent and reasonably priced.
10
VALERIE
May 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel room was the best appointed one I have stayed in. Really careful consideration had gone into what you may need to make your stay more comfortable & it was. Excellent mirrors, hot water bottle, toiletries, storage and more. Very friendly service, great food, wonderful vegetarian option. Ample car parking. Lovely village to walk around & a pretty church to visit.
This hotel room was the best appointed one I have stayed in. Really careful consideration had gone into what you may need to make your stay more comfortable & it was. Excellent mirrors, hot water bottle, toiletries, storage and more. Very friendly service, great food, wonderful vegetarian option. Ample car parking. Lovely village to walk around & a pretty church to visit.
10
John
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had an excellent stay here. Room was good, food was superb including breakfast,free car park. Owner John made you feel very welcome. Would recommended especially if you are visiting anywhere in Snowdonia or North Wales coast.
Had an excellent stay here. Room was good, food was superb including breakfast,free car park. Owner John made you feel very welcome. Would recommended especially if you are visiting anywhere in Snowdonia or North Wales coast.
10
Philip
Mar 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very pleasant stay ,attentive staff good food and ales
Very pleasant stay ,attentive staff good food and ales
10
Nicola
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Absolutely fantastic stay. We stayed one of two nights here. Had we realised how close we were to the places we wanted to explore we would have stayed here both nights. Definitely better than the second place we stayed by a mile. Staff very welcoming and helpful. We arrived late and not with much time before the kitchen closed but was able to check in, get our belongings to the room and still order food. Evening meal and breakfast fantastic. Room very nice, specious and comfortable. Really enjoyable and pleasant stay. Thank you.
Absolutely fantastic stay. We stayed one of two nights here. Had we realised how close we were to the places we wanted to explore we would have stayed here both nights. Definitely better than the second place we stayed by a mile. Staff very welcoming and helpful. We arrived late and not with much time before the kitchen closed but was able to check in, get our belongings to the room and still order food. Evening meal and breakfast fantastic. Room very nice, specious and comfortable. Really enjoyable and pleasant stay. Thank you.
10
Carys
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I always enjoy my stay at The Black Lion; the rooms are comfortable and spacious, it has a good pub restaurant and is friendly and welcoming.
I always enjoy my stay at The Black Lion; the rooms are comfortable and spacious, it has a good pub restaurant and is friendly and welcoming.
10
Nicola rose
Mar 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, restaurant and bar. Staff all really nice and helpful. Room clean, comfortable and great pillows ❤️.
Lovely hotel, restaurant and bar. Staff all really nice and helpful. Room clean, comfortable and great pillows ❤️.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are generally clean or spotless. A few guests noted minor issues such as bathroom mould or occasional odors.
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10
Abby
Mar 31, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a really nice, cozy country pub in a lovely location. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and clean, with plenty of commodities. Lovely beers, relaxing atmosphere and great food in the evening. Breakfast was included with the room. We had the full breakfast and a coffee, it was delicious🙂 Decent pricing for the room, we will definitely be visiting again some time.
It was a really nice, cozy country pub in a lovely location. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and clean, with plenty of commodities. Lovely beers, relaxing atmosphere and great food in the evening. Breakfast was included with the room. We had the full breakfast and a coffee, it was delicious🙂 Decent pricing for the room, we will definitely be visiting again some time.
10
Ian
Nov 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
A beautiful well maintained property in an idyllic area. Staff were very pleasant and helpful. Room was spacious, clean and well lit. Bathroom was well provided and clean. Even had an hot water bottle provided. Food was excellent both at dinner and at breakfast. Superb accommodation and will be back as soon as possible.
A beautiful well maintained property in an idyllic area. Staff were very pleasant and helpful. Room was spacious, clean and well lit. Bathroom was well provided and clean. Even had an hot water bottle provided. Food was excellent both at dinner and at breakfast. Superb accommodation and will be back as soon as possible.
10
Susan
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
the hotel was perfect for our short stay visiting family. the staff were very helpful, the room set out very nice and clean with all little extras of tea coffee biscuits also toiletries and reading material the breakfast was very nice and plenty of choice. thank you
the hotel was perfect for our short stay visiting family. the staff were very helpful, the room set out very nice and clean with all little extras of tea coffee biscuits also toiletries and reading material the breakfast was very nice and plenty of choice. thank you
10
James
Feb 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very welcoming and friendly, good pub food and an excellent breakfast. The room was comfortable and spotlessly clean, while despite it being a pub, noise was minimal. We would recommend this unconditionally. Thank you!
Very welcoming and friendly, good pub food and an excellent breakfast. The room was comfortable and spotlessly clean, while despite it being a pub, noise was minimal. We would recommend this unconditionally. Thank you!
8
J K
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
delivered on comfort, convenience, and calm. I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a spotless, quiet retreat with top‑notch amenities and a breakfast that’s worth getting up for.
delivered on comfort, convenience, and calm. I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a spotless, quiet retreat with top‑notch amenities and a breakfast that’s worth getting up for.
10
Chris
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean room staff wonderful food great
Clean room staff wonderful food great
8
Josie
Apr 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Travelling alone can be hit-or-miss. I was made very welcome by each member of staff and helped with my luggage. My room was fine: everything you’d expect, plus a nice touch: a hot water bottle, which I was glad of. Very nice en-suite bathroom with a generous range of shower and hair products. High points were the dinner: above average pub grub, the vegetarian breakfast and the happy staff team. Low point was a strange smell upstairs, like burnt carpet. I’d stay again.
Travelling alone can be hit-or-miss. I was made very welcome by each member of staff and helped with my luggage. My room was fine: everything you’d expect, plus a nice touch: a hot water bottle, which I was glad of. Very nice en-suite bathroom with a generous range of shower and hair products. High points were the dinner: above average pub grub, the vegetarian breakfast and the happy staff team. Low point was a strange smell upstairs, like burnt carpet. I’d stay again.
8
Anita
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved this hotel, in the lovely quaint village of Llanfair, less than 10 min drive from Aberegele High St. Staff were fantastic, and we had an evening meal and breakfast, which were both delicious. The bed was super comfy. Loved the local walks highlighted in the book in the room. Only downside was that there was a bit of a smell in the room, and mould round side of bath. But it didnt put us off, would definately book again 😊.
We loved this hotel, in the lovely quaint village of Llanfair, less than 10 min drive from Aberegele High St. Staff were fantastic, and we had an evening meal and breakfast, which were both delicious. The bed was super comfy. Loved the local walks highlighted in the book in the room. Only downside was that there was a bit of a smell in the room, and mould round side of bath. But it didnt put us off, would definately book again 😊.
10
Kevin
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely setting by river Elwy. Made to feel very welcome by the staff. Nice big clean room. King bed and a good nights sleep. Breakfast was well prepared and unrushed. Would recommend Black Lion and would certainly stay again.
Lovely setting by river Elwy. Made to feel very welcome by the staff. Nice big clean room. King bed and a good nights sleep. Breakfast was well prepared and unrushed. Would recommend Black Lion and would certainly stay again.
10
Nicola rose
Mar 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely hotel, restaurant and bar. Staff all really nice and helpful. Room clean, comfortable and great pillows ❤️.
Lovely hotel, restaurant and bar. Staff all really nice and helpful. Room clean, comfortable and great pillows ❤️.
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Rooms
Rooms are typically spacious and comfortable, with quiet nights reported despite the pub setting. Beds are often described as comfy.
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Mel
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great flying visit. We arrived and had dinner which was lovely - great quality and price very reasonable! Rooms are lovely and clean, comfy bed & everything you need. Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly, shout out to John who was extremely accommodating when it came to our breakfast as we were leaving early the day of check out! Thank you ☺️
Great flying visit. We arrived and had dinner which was lovely - great quality and price very reasonable! Rooms are lovely and clean, comfy bed & everything you need. Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly, shout out to John who was extremely accommodating when it came to our breakfast as we were leaving early the day of check out! Thank you ☺️
10
Kevin
Feb 23, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
We stayed for 4 nights at the Black Lion. The room was spacious and comfortable. If you wanted every day cleaning, then you would probably have to ask. For us, we found that ok. It is a very busy place and popular. The bed was comfortable. The shower is in the bath, which for me was a bit awkward, as I am in my 80s. The food was really good, breakfast and evening meals really tasty and filling. The hosts and all the staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Absolutely recommended.
We stayed for 4 nights at the Black Lion. The room was spacious and comfortable. If you wanted every day cleaning, then you would probably have to ask. For us, we found that ok. It is a very busy place and popular. The bed was comfortable. The shower is in the bath, which for me was a bit awkward, as I am in my 80s. The food was really good, breakfast and evening meals really tasty and filling. The hosts and all the staff were very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Absolutely recommended.
10
Kieran
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
8
D
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent and probably the best hotel breakfast we've ever had! Beautiful setting but unfortunately for the hotel and village, the nearby farmers chose to muck spread on the hottest days of the year! This meant that sitting outside next to the river in the sunshine personally wasn't an option for us. Highly recommend and hope to be able to visit again.
Very comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent and probably the best hotel breakfast we've ever had! Beautiful setting but unfortunately for the hotel and village, the nearby farmers chose to muck spread on the hottest days of the year! This meant that sitting outside next to the river in the sunshine personally wasn't an option for us. Highly recommend and hope to be able to visit again.
10
J
Apr 2, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Arrived around 18.00, car park very busy but managed to find a space. Received a very friendly welcome and shown to our room. Our room was very spacious and well equiped. Breakfast was delicious. We had a lovely stay, slept well and would look to return.
Arrived around 18.00, car park very busy but managed to find a space. Received a very friendly welcome and shown to our room. Our room was very spacious and well equiped. Breakfast was delicious. We had a lovely stay, slept well and would look to return.
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Anita
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved this hotel, in the lovely quaint village of Llanfair, less than 10 min drive from Aberegele High St. Staff were fantastic, and we had an evening meal and breakfast, which were both delicious. The bed was super comfy. Loved the local walks highlighted in the book in the room. Only downside was that there was a bit of a smell in the room, and mould round side of bath. But it didnt put us off, would definately book again 😊.
We loved this hotel, in the lovely quaint village of Llanfair, less than 10 min drive from Aberegele High St. Staff were fantastic, and we had an evening meal and breakfast, which were both delicious. The bed was super comfy. Loved the local walks highlighted in the book in the room. Only downside was that there was a bit of a smell in the room, and mould round side of bath. But it didnt put us off, would definately book again 😊.
10
john
Nov 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location. We were made to feel welcome. Lovely room and very nicely cooked breakfast. Overall we felt it was excellent value for money and a memorable place to stay.
Beautiful location. We were made to feel welcome. Lovely room and very nicely cooked breakfast. Overall we felt it was excellent value for money and a memorable place to stay.
10
Melissa
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful location, spacious rooms, comfy beds, delicious food and staff who go out of their way to make your trip the best it can be. Faultless!! Best stay we’ve ever had - thank you John and all the team. We’ll be back
Wonderful location, spacious rooms, comfy beds, delicious food and staff who go out of their way to make your trip the best it can be. Faultless!! Best stay we’ve ever had - thank you John and all the team. We’ll be back
10
Carys
Aug 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I always enjoy my stay at The Black Lion; the rooms are comfortable and spacious, it has a good pub restaurant and is friendly and welcoming.
I always enjoy my stay at The Black Lion; the rooms are comfortable and spacious, it has a good pub restaurant and is friendly and welcoming.
10
Paula
May 12, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely quiet area, good food, pleasant room
Lovely quiet area, good food, pleasant room
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Service
Service is consistently praised as friendly, welcoming and accommodating, with owners and staff checking in on guests and helping with special requests. Check-in and hosting feel personal.
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Judith
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very welcoming hosts - nothing too much trouble. Breakfast choices were amazing. Lovely friendly and comfortable atmosphere.
Very welcoming hosts - nothing too much trouble. Breakfast choices were amazing. Lovely friendly and comfortable atmosphere.
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Mel
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great flying visit. We arrived and had dinner which was lovely - great quality and price very reasonable! Rooms are lovely and clean, comfy bed & everything you need. Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly, shout out to John who was extremely accommodating when it came to our breakfast as we were leaving early the day of check out! Thank you ☺️
Great flying visit. We arrived and had dinner which was lovely - great quality and price very reasonable! Rooms are lovely and clean, comfy bed & everything you need. Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly, shout out to John who was extremely accommodating when it came to our breakfast as we were leaving early the day of check out! Thank you ☺️
10
Kieran
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
10
Derek
Jul 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice place and staff were very friendly and helpful
Very nice place and staff were very friendly and helpful
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Norman
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent food and customer service from the manager and her staff. Beautiful location.
Excellent food and customer service from the manager and her staff. Beautiful location.
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Dorothy
Sep 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We were pleasantly surprised by the location, next to a river and bridge. The hotel is well appointed with a welcoming staff. We had a front facing twin room which was spotlessly clean with a good selection of drinks and toiletries and comfortable. What really impressed us both was the staff member making sure to let them know if there was anything else we needed and specially John, the owner, coming over during our dinner, introducing himself and again making sure we were happy with everything. That is first class customer service!
We were pleasantly surprised by the location, next to a river and bridge. The hotel is well appointed with a welcoming staff. We had a front facing twin room which was spotlessly clean with a good selection of drinks and toiletries and comfortable. What really impressed us both was the staff member making sure to let them know if there was anything else we needed and specially John, the owner, coming over during our dinner, introducing himself and again making sure we were happy with everything. That is first class customer service!
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Jean
Jul 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very good stay. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food
Very good stay. Friendly and helpful staff. Excellent food
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Martin David
Jul 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The friendly welcome from the owner and his staff the accomadation and food options
The friendly welcome from the owner and his staff the accomadation and food options
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Iain
Aug 5, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
John and his staff were very professional and were very good hosts for our 5 day stay. Would recommend
John and his staff were very professional and were very good hosts for our 5 day stay. Would recommend
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ROBERT
Nov 6, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very friendly and helpful staff.
Very friendly and helpful staff.
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Location
Scenic, peaceful village setting by the River Elwy, with pleasant walks nearby. Handy base for exploring North Wales and Snowdonia.
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Kieran
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
10
Christine
Apr 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Black Swan is in a perfect spot to relax and walk about. The village is interesting and picture perfect. Location is handy for touring North Wales and Cheshire. The room was very comfortable and the pub and staff were friendly. Food delicious. Highly recommended.
The Black Swan is in a perfect spot to relax and walk about. The village is interesting and picture perfect. Location is handy for touring North Wales and Cheshire. The room was very comfortable and the pub and staff were friendly. Food delicious. Highly recommended.
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Robert
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Wonderful location and fantastic scenery, in a very small village!
Wonderful location and fantastic scenery, in a very small village!
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D
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent and probably the best hotel breakfast we've ever had! Beautiful setting but unfortunately for the hotel and village, the nearby farmers chose to muck spread on the hottest days of the year! This meant that sitting outside next to the river in the sunshine personally wasn't an option for us. Highly recommend and hope to be able to visit again.
Very comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent and probably the best hotel breakfast we've ever had! Beautiful setting but unfortunately for the hotel and village, the nearby farmers chose to muck spread on the hottest days of the year! This meant that sitting outside next to the river in the sunshine personally wasn't an option for us. Highly recommend and hope to be able to visit again.
10
Norman
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent food and customer service from the manager and her staff. Beautiful location.
Excellent food and customer service from the manager and her staff. Beautiful location.
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Alexander
Sep 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Situated in a beautiful village and on the banks of the River Elwy, the Black Lion Hotel couldn’t be in a more tranquil setting. After an excellent welcome, I was a shown to my very large room with first class amenities. My only grumble would be that the mattress was probably in need of changing but so nice to have fluffy pillows! Before dinner, I became engaged in good old fashioned pub conversation with some locals. Dinner was nicely presented and extremely hot (no complaints there!). The litmus test is: would I return. In the case of the. Back Lion Hotel the answer would be yes.
Situated in a beautiful village and on the banks of the River Elwy, the Black Lion Hotel couldn’t be in a more tranquil setting. After an excellent welcome, I was a shown to my very large room with first class amenities. My only grumble would be that the mattress was probably in need of changing but so nice to have fluffy pillows! Before dinner, I became engaged in good old fashioned pub conversation with some locals. Dinner was nicely presented and extremely hot (no complaints there!). The litmus test is: would I return. In the case of the. Back Lion Hotel the answer would be yes.
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stuart
Jul 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice food, quite room and a nice location
Nice food, quite room and a nice location
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John
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had an excellent stay here. Room was good, food was superb including breakfast,free car park. Owner John made you feel very welcome. Would recommended especially if you are visiting anywhere in Snowdonia or North Wales coast.
Had an excellent stay here. Room was good, food was superb including breakfast,free car park. Owner John made you feel very welcome. Would recommended especially if you are visiting anywhere in Snowdonia or North Wales coast.
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john
Nov 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location. We were made to feel welcome. Lovely room and very nicely cooked breakfast. Overall we felt it was excellent value for money and a memorable place to stay.
Beautiful location. We were made to feel welcome. Lovely room and very nicely cooked breakfast. Overall we felt it was excellent value for money and a memorable place to stay.
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Kevin
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely setting by river Elwy. Made to feel very welcome by the staff. Nice big clean room. King bed and a good nights sleep. Breakfast was well prepared and unrushed. Would recommend Black Lion and would certainly stay again.
Lovely setting by river Elwy. Made to feel very welcome by the staff. Nice big clean room. King bed and a good nights sleep. Breakfast was well prepared and unrushed. Would recommend Black Lion and would certainly stay again.
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Food and breakfasts receive strong praise for quality and taste, including vegetarian options. One review mentioned limited breakfast choices.
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Travis
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was a lovely hotel, all of the staff were very friendly, the room was nice and the food in the restaurant was delicious.
Was a lovely hotel, all of the staff were very friendly, the room was nice and the food in the restaurant was delicious.
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Paul
Apr 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing stay, very friendly staff.Nice evening meals and breakfast.Would definitely recommend 👍
Amazing stay, very friendly staff.Nice evening meals and breakfast.Would definitely recommend 👍
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Kieran
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
WHAT A FIND!!!! A real gem After being let down with our original booking, we found the Black Lion Hotel. It's set in a small, quiet village near the river. We had a superb evening meal, the pub was busy in both the bar and restaurant area all evening, which is always a good sign.... the food was superb, service was excellent The room we stayed in was quiet, clean, the bathroom was a good size, the bed was comfy. The breakfast in the morning was superb quality made from local produce. One of the owners Rachel, sat and chatted with us after breakfast about the local area and the pub itself, which was really nice as she were preparing for a very busy Father's Day carvery afternoon and evening Its definitely a place we will return too stay and also to eat... I would recommend highly to anyone
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D
Jul 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent and probably the best hotel breakfast we've ever had! Beautiful setting but unfortunately for the hotel and village, the nearby farmers chose to muck spread on the hottest days of the year! This meant that sitting outside next to the river in the sunshine personally wasn't an option for us. Highly recommend and hope to be able to visit again.
Very comfortable rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The food was excellent and probably the best hotel breakfast we've ever had! Beautiful setting but unfortunately for the hotel and village, the nearby farmers chose to muck spread on the hottest days of the year! This meant that sitting outside next to the river in the sunshine personally wasn't an option for us. Highly recommend and hope to be able to visit again.
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Norman
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent food and customer service from the manager and her staff. Beautiful location.
Excellent food and customer service from the manager and her staff. Beautiful location.
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Paul
Sep 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The bed was not very comfortable and poor breakfast choices, but the staff were friendly and polite.
The bed was not very comfortable and poor breakfast choices, but the staff were friendly and polite.
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John
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had an excellent stay here. Room was good, food was superb including breakfast,free car park. Owner John made you feel very welcome. Would recommended especially if you are visiting anywhere in Snowdonia or North Wales coast.
Had an excellent stay here. Room was good, food was superb including breakfast,free car park. Owner John made you feel very welcome. Would recommended especially if you are visiting anywhere in Snowdonia or North Wales coast.
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Melissa
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful location, spacious rooms, comfy beds, delicious food and staff who go out of their way to make your trip the best it can be. Faultless!! Best stay we’ve ever had - thank you John and all the team. We’ll be back
Wonderful location, spacious rooms, comfy beds, delicious food and staff who go out of their way to make your trip the best it can be. Faultless!! Best stay we’ve ever had - thank you John and all the team. We’ll be back
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Alka
Jul 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely location Very beautiful next to river. Excellent customer service from Mark. Delicious vegetarian cooked breakfast.
Lovely location Very beautiful next to river. Excellent customer service from Mark. Delicious vegetarian cooked breakfast.
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Stephen
Sep 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent room & food
Excellent room & food
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Terry
Jul 19, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was easy and welcoming, made sure we had a table for dinner as we arrived near to the kitchen closing. Key to room and building so could come and go as we pleased. Room was comfortable and cosy, had tea/coffee, heater, hair dryer, toiletries and extra pillows. One half of the bed was better than the other. The more used side near the door had a dip in it. Breakfast was decent, cereal or a cooked breakfast with juice, tea and coffee. Beautiful village and outdoor seating by the river. The only negative was unfortunately we used the bath and the bar staff knocked the door to say it was leaking through to the bar below. So we had to leave the water in the bath over night to prevent more flooding which meant the bathroom was full of condensation. It was also quite noisy until 1am, possibly due to football being on.
Check in was easy and welcoming, made sure we had a table for dinner as we arrived near to the kitchen closing. Key to room and building so could come and go as we pleased. Room was comfortable and cosy, had tea/coffee, heater, hair dryer, toiletries and extra pillows. One half of the bed was better than the other. The more used side near the door had a dip in it. Breakfast was decent, cereal or a cooked breakfast with juice, tea and coffee. Beautiful village and outdoor seating by the river. The only negative was unfortunately we used the bath and the bar staff knocked the door to say it was leaking through to the bar below. So we had to leave the water in the bath over night to prevent more flooding which meant the bathroom was full of condensation. It was also quite noisy until 1am, possibly due to football being on.
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Andrew
Jul 9, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, great people.
Great location, great people.
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Neil
Jun 14, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Easy check-in. Tidy room bed and bit soft for my liking. Quick food service. Plenty of drinks to choose from. Staff polite. Pool table and dart board nice little extra. Breakfast spot on.
Easy check-in. Tidy room bed and bit soft for my liking. Quick food service. Plenty of drinks to choose from. Staff polite. Pool table and dart board nice little extra. Breakfast spot on.
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Kieran
May 30, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Superb stay... Shan Great peaceful location Comfy clean room Great food fir evening meal Superb breakfast Polite and helpful staff
Superb stay... Shan Great peaceful location Comfy clean room Great food fir evening meal Superb breakfast Polite and helpful staff
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Chris
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Clean room staff wonderful food great
Clean room staff wonderful food great
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From 15:00 to 20:00
Before 11:00
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FAQs about Black Lion Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Breakfast is available for a fee at the restaurant.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 20:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
Located in Abergele, the property is within a 10-minute drive of Abergele Hospital and Silver Birch Golf Course. It is approximately 13.1 miles from Eryri National Park and 12.7 miles from Conwy Castle.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The property offers cribs and rollaway beds, but availability may vary. It is advisable to request these in advance, and additional charges may apply.
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- 2026-10-21: 113.81071091209411USD
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- 2026-10-23: 89.8923541370163USD
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- 2026-10-26: 89.24161189025878USD
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- 2026-10-28: 89.64532239182282USD
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- 2026-11-02: 89.64532239182282USD
- 2026-11-03: 89.64532239182282USD
- 2026-11-04: 89.64532239182282USD
- 2026-11-05: 89.64532239182282USD
- 2026-11-06: 89.64532239182282USD
- 2026-11-07: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-08: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-09: 89.85231162758636USD
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- 2026-11-12: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-13: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-14: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-15: 89.85231162758636USD
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- 2026-11-17: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-18: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-19: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-11-20: 93.1839633585205USD
- 2026-11-21: 89.65354877711486USD
- 2026-11-22: 100.18001938750457USD
- 2026-11-23: 100.46948692835998USD
- 2026-11-24: 93.1839633585205USD
- 2026-11-25: 89.4586717999878USD
- 2026-11-26: 100.18001938750457USD
- 2026-11-27: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-11-28: 91.0218479891281USD
- 2026-11-29: 89.4170509225769USD
- 2026-11-30: 99.29591886599731USD
- 2026-12-01: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-12-02: 93.1839633585205USD
- 2026-12-03: 89.65354877711486USD
- 2026-12-04: 93.1839633585205USD
- 2026-12-05: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-12-06: 129.26681074092102USD
- 2026-12-07: 89.41764281056976USD
- 2026-12-08: 129.26681074092102USD
- 2026-12-09: 129.26681074092102USD
- 2026-12-10: 129.26681074092102USD
- 2026-12-11: 89.65354877711486USD
- 2026-12-12: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-12-13: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-12-14: 100.18001938750457USD
- 2026-12-15: 89.20291614046478USD
- 2026-12-16: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-12-17: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-12-18: 89.55562991568756USD
- 2026-12-19: 89.85231162758636USD
- 2026-12-20: 89.4170509225769USD
- 2026-12-21: 89.41764281056976USD
The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
- A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
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