The White Lion Hotel
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From
$126
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The White Lion Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Location
Located in Machynlleth, The White Lion Hotel is in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of King Arthur's Labyrinth and Corris Craft Centre. This hotel is 10.5 mi (17 km) from Aberdyfi Beach and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Aberdovey Golf Club.
What's nearby
MOMA Wales(0.1 miles)
Freedom Leisure Bro Ddyfi(0.2 miles)
Owain Glyndŵr Centre(0.2 miles)
Coastriders Kitesurfing(0.4 miles)
Eryri National Park(1.1 miles)
Dyfi Bike Park(2.9 miles)
Centre for Alternative Technology(3.4 miles)
Cors Dyfi(3.5 miles)
Tan y Coed(3.7 miles)
Climachx Mountain Bike Trail(4.8 miles)
King Arthur's Labyrinth(6.1 miles)
Corris Craft Centre(6.1 miles)
Ynys Hir Wildlife Reserve(6.4 miles)
Aberdyfi Beach(10.5 miles)
Mach Loop(11 miles)
Cardiff International Airport (CWL)(131 miles)
Birmingham Airport (BHX)(118 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Garden
Location
10 Heol Pentrerhedyn, Machynlleth, Wales, United Kingdom
MOMA Wales (0.1 miles)
Freedom Leisure Bro Ddyfi (0.2 miles)
Owain Glyndŵr Centre (0.2 miles)
Coastriders Kitesurfing (0.4 miles)
Eryri National Park (1.1 miles)
Dyfi Bike Park (2.9 miles)
Guest reviews
8.1
Very good
Based on 483 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, The White Lion Hotel is praised for clean, comfortable rooms and friendly, efficient staff, with many guests enjoying the lively pub, convenient central location, and ample parking, though room size and quality can vary.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews, The White Lion Hotel is praised for clean, comfortable rooms and friendly, efficient staff, with many guests enjoying the lively pub, convenient central location, and ample parking, though room size and quality can vary.
Many also commend the tasty pub meals and satisfying breakfasts, alongside smooth, welcoming check-ins. Reported downsides include some compact or dated rooms, occasional noise from the bar or nearby road and bells, and a few concerns about rooms configured on a fire escape route or minor maintenance issues. Expect a straightforward, pub-style stay that balances convenience, hospitality, and simple comfort.
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Facilities
Reviews frequently praise the lively on-site pub and convenient parking; some note access to rooms is via stairs.
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10
Simon
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Smooth checkin and checkout. Good bar. Room well equipped and spotless. Staff all friendly and keen to help
Smooth checkin and checkout. Good bar. Room well equipped and spotless. Staff all friendly and keen to help
10
Beth
Apr 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room over busy bar so little noisy and check in but room was surprisingly very nice and food was good
Room over busy bar so little noisy and check in but room was surprisingly very nice and food was good
8
Craig
Jul 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quick and easy check in - great local pub and fantastic menu.
Quick and easy check in - great local pub and fantastic menu.
8
Karen
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great for the price. Food at pub was good. Room was clean with good bathroom. Parking was good. Great for the price. Be aware there are stairs up to the rooms.
Great for the price. Food at pub was good. Room was clean with good bathroom. Parking was good. Great for the price. Be aware there are stairs up to the rooms.
10
Ian
Jul 26, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
It's really a pub with a few rooms. In a good central location with free parking. Room was a bit dated but comfortable. Excellent breakfast.
It's really a pub with a few rooms. In a good central location with free parking. Room was a bit dated but comfortable. Excellent breakfast.
10
Alex
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little spot for those wishing to do the “Mach Loop”. Great location with plenty of supermarkets nearby. The rooms were all clean and well presented and the pub is very friendly with plenty of food options for breakfast until late.
Great little spot for those wishing to do the “Mach Loop”. Great location with plenty of supermarkets nearby. The rooms were all clean and well presented and the pub is very friendly with plenty of food options for breakfast until late.
8
Claire
Aug 1, 2023
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Generally pretty good. Ample parking. Food available all day. Locals are friendly. Beer was nice. We had 2 different rooms and one had been refurbished nicely and the other was a bit old. Mostly quiet but during bar hours there was a noise that I can only guess had something to do with extractor fans. But once food service finished it stopped so shouldn't affect sleep. We had an issue with pricing through Expedia, no fault of the hotel, yet they compensated us with breakfast, so grateful for the kindness.
Generally pretty good. Ample parking. Food available all day. Locals are friendly. Beer was nice. We had 2 different rooms and one had been refurbished nicely and the other was a bit old. Mostly quiet but during bar hours there was a noise that I can only guess had something to do with extractor fans. But once food service finished it stopped so shouldn't affect sleep. We had an issue with pricing through Expedia, no fault of the hotel, yet they compensated us with breakfast, so grateful for the kindness.
8
Nigel
Jul 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Warm reception when booking in at bar. Stairs were very wide up to rooms which was great for carrying up bags etc. The room was a little small and lacking in hanging space (although we did book small double). Bathroom was very clean and had been recently modernised. Food at the pub was very good with high hiegeane rating for kitchen. Very pleasant stay and would book again.
Warm reception when booking in at bar. Stairs were very wide up to rooms which was great for carrying up bags etc. The room was a little small and lacking in hanging space (although we did book small double). Bathroom was very clean and had been recently modernised. Food at the pub was very good with high hiegeane rating for kitchen. Very pleasant stay and would book again.
8
Nigel
Oct 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We are walkers on the Wales Coast path so our requirements are a good bed, good food and security. This pub/Hotel offers small double beds but firm and the cooking downstairs is good pub fayre. The bathrooms was clean and new. The service in the bar was a bit eccentric with two meals not matching what we ordered but everyone was cheerful and helpful. The pub was busy so it obviously has the approval of the locals.
We are walkers on the Wales Coast path so our requirements are a good bed, good food and security. This pub/Hotel offers small double beds but firm and the cooking downstairs is good pub fayre. The bathrooms was clean and new. The service in the bar was a bit eccentric with two meals not matching what we ordered but everyone was cheerful and helpful. The pub was busy so it obviously has the approval of the locals.
8
Anita
Sep 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable, quiet and clean room in an old pub c1700. Full of character. Superb menu and food. Lively bar with Sky Sports. Plenty of nonsite, safe parking.
Comfortable, quiet and clean room in an old pub c1700. Full of character. Superb menu and food. Lively bar with Sky Sports. Plenty of nonsite, safe parking.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and bathrooms are repeatedly described as spotless or very clean, with housekeeping generally strong. A few guests mentioned damp smells or minor maintenance issues in certain rooms.
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IAN
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfortable rooms, friendly, helpful staff and an excellent meal, with a few great pints. Was a work trip but was very happy to stay there.
Clean and comfortable rooms, friendly, helpful staff and an excellent meal, with a few great pints. Was a work trip but was very happy to stay there.
10
Sue
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast. We would definetly stay again.
Lovely clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast. We would definetly stay again.
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Rhian
Aug 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I had read many reviews about this hotel before booking, all positive and calling the place “excellent”. After my stay I found myself wondering if I’d stayed in the same place! It was at best mediocre and certainly does not live up to its 3star rating. We had booked for two nights but as we had made two separate bookings the venue couldn’t accommodate us in the same room so we had to leave at 10.30 to return to check back in at 14.00. Both rooms had their own set of problems. First room was damp and smelled. The fire door would not shut without force and the window would not open. Second room was in better condition but the fire escape route was via the room, the fire door had an inch gap at the bottom so most certainly would not adhere to the regulatory 30mins required. The toilet seat was not fixed, the kettle was too large to fill and no bedside tables or lights. The hotel/bar was a dingy place that smelled and had clutter everywhere, the staff gave contradictory information on check in leaving us a little confused. I will not be rushing back
I had read many reviews about this hotel before booking, all positive and calling the place “excellent”. After my stay I found myself wondering if I’d stayed in the same place! It was at best mediocre and certainly does not live up to its 3star rating. We had booked for two nights but as we had made two separate bookings the venue couldn’t accommodate us in the same room so we had to leave at 10.30 to return to check back in at 14.00. Both rooms had their own set of problems. First room was damp and smelled. The fire door would not shut without force and the window would not open. Second room was in better condition but the fire escape route was via the room, the fire door had an inch gap at the bottom so most certainly would not adhere to the regulatory 30mins required. The toilet seat was not fixed, the kettle was too large to fill and no bedside tables or lights. The hotel/bar was a dingy place that smelled and had clutter everywhere, the staff gave contradictory information on check in leaving us a little confused. I will not be rushing back
10
Pam
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay. Our room was spotless, modern and comfortable. Meals in the popular bar were tasty and plentiful, served by friendly, helpful staff
Great place to stay. Our room was spotless, modern and comfortable. Meals in the popular bar were tasty and plentiful, served by friendly, helpful staff
10
Anita
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Superb place to stay, comfortable, clean rooms and excellent food.
Superb place to stay, comfortable, clean rooms and excellent food.
10
Ann
Jul 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, warm room with comfortable beds. Slept like a baby.
Clean, warm room with comfortable beds. Slept like a baby.
10
Roy
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room, comfortable bed. Great food. Friendly staff. Recommend
Lovely clean room, comfortable bed. Great food. Friendly staff. Recommend
10
Alex
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little spot for those wishing to do the “Mach Loop”. Great location with plenty of supermarkets nearby. The rooms were all clean and well presented and the pub is very friendly with plenty of food options for breakfast until late.
Great little spot for those wishing to do the “Mach Loop”. Great location with plenty of supermarkets nearby. The rooms were all clean and well presented and the pub is very friendly with plenty of food options for breakfast until late.
10
Karin
Feb 3, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Our room, No 6, was fairly compact but it was spotlessly clean and fresh smelling. The modern shower and toilet room was also spotless. The staff were very friendly. We didn't see the option of breakfast so we couldn't have the residents' breakfast which included cereal and more, so we chose breakfast from the menu. It was very good - perfect poached eggs and great tea. We will be going back in the summer.
Our room, No 6, was fairly compact but it was spotlessly clean and fresh smelling. The modern shower and toilet room was also spotless. The staff were very friendly. We didn't see the option of breakfast so we couldn't have the residents' breakfast which included cereal and more, so we chose breakfast from the menu. It was very good - perfect poached eggs and great tea. We will be going back in the summer.
10
Sean
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived after an 80 mile bike ride and were eager to get a shower and a good meal. The team were expecting us and had the key ready; check-in was very welcoming and efficient. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Despite the restaurant being very busy (Saturday 8pm) our meals came without delay and were hot, hearty and very tasty. Wouldnt think twice about staying again next time we're in the area.
We arrived after an 80 mile bike ride and were eager to get a shower and a good meal. The team were expecting us and had the key ready; check-in was very welcoming and efficient. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Despite the restaurant being very busy (Saturday 8pm) our meals came without delay and were hot, hearty and very tasty. Wouldnt think twice about staying again next time we're in the area.
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Rooms
Rooms are usually comfortable but vary widely in size and condition—some are compact or dated, with occasional noise from the bar or nearby street and bells. Several reviews note awkward layouts or fittings, including fire-escape door configurations and missing bedside lights or storage.
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Ian K
Aug 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great pub with good food. Great service. Room however was very small and my door would open to all in event of a fire alarm as my room was part of a fire escape.
Great pub with good food. Great service. Room however was very small and my door would open to all in event of a fire alarm as my room was part of a fire escape.
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Andy
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Shower is very small, though I’m not a small person, the room was spacious and clean. Ideal for a quick stop over. Food in the bar is typical fare but well presented.
Shower is very small, though I’m not a small person, the room was spacious and clean. Ideal for a quick stop over. Food in the bar is typical fare but well presented.
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Linda
May 29, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Room #2 is a fire escape room & is definately NOT a nearly £100 a night room..very small, tatty furniture and the mattress was like sleeping on the floor..we have stayed in far more superior rooms in the past for half the price. Can't review the food as it was way too expensive for us.
Room #2 is a fire escape room & is definately NOT a nearly £100 a night room..very small, tatty furniture and the mattress was like sleeping on the floor..we have stayed in far more superior rooms in the past for half the price. Can't review the food as it was way too expensive for us.
10
Adrian
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely 2 night stay in this nice Welsh town. Was Warmley greeted by the hotel staff and felt welcome straight away. Was checked in and in my room within 5 minutes. The room was a good size with a double bed , clean and modern bathroom and a large flat screen T.V.
Lovely 2 night stay in this nice Welsh town. Was Warmley greeted by the hotel staff and felt welcome straight away. Was checked in and in my room within 5 minutes. The room was a good size with a double bed , clean and modern bathroom and a large flat screen T.V.
4
Rhian
Aug 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I had read many reviews about this hotel before booking, all positive and calling the place “excellent”. After my stay I found myself wondering if I’d stayed in the same place! It was at best mediocre and certainly does not live up to its 3star rating. We had booked for two nights but as we had made two separate bookings the venue couldn’t accommodate us in the same room so we had to leave at 10.30 to return to check back in at 14.00. Both rooms had their own set of problems. First room was damp and smelled. The fire door would not shut without force and the window would not open. Second room was in better condition but the fire escape route was via the room, the fire door had an inch gap at the bottom so most certainly would not adhere to the regulatory 30mins required. The toilet seat was not fixed, the kettle was too large to fill and no bedside tables or lights. The hotel/bar was a dingy place that smelled and had clutter everywhere, the staff gave contradictory information on check in leaving us a little confused. I will not be rushing back
I had read many reviews about this hotel before booking, all positive and calling the place “excellent”. After my stay I found myself wondering if I’d stayed in the same place! It was at best mediocre and certainly does not live up to its 3star rating. We had booked for two nights but as we had made two separate bookings the venue couldn’t accommodate us in the same room so we had to leave at 10.30 to return to check back in at 14.00. Both rooms had their own set of problems. First room was damp and smelled. The fire door would not shut without force and the window would not open. Second room was in better condition but the fire escape route was via the room, the fire door had an inch gap at the bottom so most certainly would not adhere to the regulatory 30mins required. The toilet seat was not fixed, the kettle was too large to fill and no bedside tables or lights. The hotel/bar was a dingy place that smelled and had clutter everywhere, the staff gave contradictory information on check in leaving us a little confused. I will not be rushing back
10
Eileen
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely twin room modern decor and bathroom, looking to re book for next year would recommend.
Lovely twin room modern decor and bathroom, looking to re book for next year would recommend.
6
Hazel
Jun 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and good bathroom with excellent shower. However no bedside cabinets or bedside lights no mirror.
Room was clean and good bathroom with excellent shower. However no bedside cabinets or bedside lights no mirror.
10
Beth
Apr 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room over busy bar so little noisy and check in but room was surprisingly very nice and food was good
Room over busy bar so little noisy and check in but room was surprisingly very nice and food was good
10
Greg
Apr 20, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were pleasant and competent...rooms were a lot older than in the photos (floors rickety...window not square means permanent air conditioning...bathroom dated but nice)...good atmosphere and food in the pub...OK for the price...needs lots of upgrades to make the property top notch!
Staff were pleasant and competent...rooms were a lot older than in the photos (floors rickety...window not square means permanent air conditioning...bathroom dated but nice)...good atmosphere and food in the pub...OK for the price...needs lots of upgrades to make the property top notch!
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Deborah
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, well presented room - newly refurbished. Very nice bathroom, good shower. Bedroom - Need for a fan - free standing / ceiling to eliminate need to open window and thus cut road noise and church bells, every hr throughout the night!
Clean, well presented room - newly refurbished. Very nice bathroom, good shower. Bedroom - Need for a fan - free standing / ceiling to eliminate need to open window and thus cut road noise and church bells, every hr throughout the night!
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Service
Service is widely described as friendly and welcoming, with smooth, efficient check-ins and helpful staff. There are occasional inconsistencies, such as stiff welcomes, order mix-ups, or confusing information.
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IAN
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfortable rooms, friendly, helpful staff and an excellent meal, with a few great pints. Was a work trip but was very happy to stay there.
Clean and comfortable rooms, friendly, helpful staff and an excellent meal, with a few great pints. Was a work trip but was very happy to stay there.
10
Simon
Apr 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Smooth checkin and checkout. Good bar. Room well equipped and spotless. Staff all friendly and keen to help
Smooth checkin and checkout. Good bar. Room well equipped and spotless. Staff all friendly and keen to help
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Adrian
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely 2 night stay in this nice Welsh town. Was Warmley greeted by the hotel staff and felt welcome straight away. Was checked in and in my room within 5 minutes. The room was a good size with a double bed , clean and modern bathroom and a large flat screen T.V.
Lovely 2 night stay in this nice Welsh town. Was Warmley greeted by the hotel staff and felt welcome straight away. Was checked in and in my room within 5 minutes. The room was a good size with a double bed , clean and modern bathroom and a large flat screen T.V.
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Rhian
Aug 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I had read many reviews about this hotel before booking, all positive and calling the place “excellent”. After my stay I found myself wondering if I’d stayed in the same place! It was at best mediocre and certainly does not live up to its 3star rating. We had booked for two nights but as we had made two separate bookings the venue couldn’t accommodate us in the same room so we had to leave at 10.30 to return to check back in at 14.00. Both rooms had their own set of problems. First room was damp and smelled. The fire door would not shut without force and the window would not open. Second room was in better condition but the fire escape route was via the room, the fire door had an inch gap at the bottom so most certainly would not adhere to the regulatory 30mins required. The toilet seat was not fixed, the kettle was too large to fill and no bedside tables or lights. The hotel/bar was a dingy place that smelled and had clutter everywhere, the staff gave contradictory information on check in leaving us a little confused. I will not be rushing back
I had read many reviews about this hotel before booking, all positive and calling the place “excellent”. After my stay I found myself wondering if I’d stayed in the same place! It was at best mediocre and certainly does not live up to its 3star rating. We had booked for two nights but as we had made two separate bookings the venue couldn’t accommodate us in the same room so we had to leave at 10.30 to return to check back in at 14.00. Both rooms had their own set of problems. First room was damp and smelled. The fire door would not shut without force and the window would not open. Second room was in better condition but the fire escape route was via the room, the fire door had an inch gap at the bottom so most certainly would not adhere to the regulatory 30mins required. The toilet seat was not fixed, the kettle was too large to fill and no bedside tables or lights. The hotel/bar was a dingy place that smelled and had clutter everywhere, the staff gave contradictory information on check in leaving us a little confused. I will not be rushing back
10
Michael
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff are lovely and very helpful.The food and breakfast were top notch and arrived quickly after ordering.Bar offers plenty of choice and staff are warm and friendly.Rooms were clean and fresh,beds were comfortable definitely booking again next time in Wales Mountain biking!
Staff are lovely and very helpful.The food and breakfast were top notch and arrived quickly after ordering.Bar offers plenty of choice and staff are warm and friendly.Rooms were clean and fresh,beds were comfortable definitely booking again next time in Wales Mountain biking!
10
Dale
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great friendly service and accommodation, towels and basics provided. Sean was a great host, friendly and gave good local advise. Fantastic hospitality.
Great friendly service and accommodation, towels and basics provided. Sean was a great host, friendly and gave good local advise. Fantastic hospitality.
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Sarah
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the room, it was really comfortable and clean and having the bar for food was really welcome and the food was lovely. The bar was very busy and it was hot so we weren't sure if the staff had just had a long day but the welcome was a bit stiff and the staff didn't seem bothered whether we were there or not as guests. The location was great for where we were going and the room was top notch, so we could forgive that. It was a brilliant location though and a great base for most of mid Wales.
We loved the room, it was really comfortable and clean and having the bar for food was really welcome and the food was lovely. The bar was very busy and it was hot so we weren't sure if the staff had just had a long day but the welcome was a bit stiff and the staff didn't seem bothered whether we were there or not as guests. The location was great for where we were going and the room was top notch, so we could forgive that. It was a brilliant location though and a great base for most of mid Wales.
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Felix
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived late, but there was someone who was available and showed us the room. Friendly staff.
We arrived late, but there was someone who was available and showed us the room. Friendly staff.
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Claire
Aug 1, 2023
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Generally pretty good. Ample parking. Food available all day. Locals are friendly. Beer was nice. We had 2 different rooms and one had been refurbished nicely and the other was a bit old. Mostly quiet but during bar hours there was a noise that I can only guess had something to do with extractor fans. But once food service finished it stopped so shouldn't affect sleep. We had an issue with pricing through Expedia, no fault of the hotel, yet they compensated us with breakfast, so grateful for the kindness.
Generally pretty good. Ample parking. Food available all day. Locals are friendly. Beer was nice. We had 2 different rooms and one had been refurbished nicely and the other was a bit old. Mostly quiet but during bar hours there was a noise that I can only guess had something to do with extractor fans. But once food service finished it stopped so shouldn't affect sleep. We had an issue with pricing through Expedia, no fault of the hotel, yet they compensated us with breakfast, so grateful for the kindness.
10
Sean
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived after an 80 mile bike ride and were eager to get a shower and a good meal. The team were expecting us and had the key ready; check-in was very welcoming and efficient. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Despite the restaurant being very busy (Saturday 8pm) our meals came without delay and were hot, hearty and very tasty. Wouldnt think twice about staying again next time we're in the area.
We arrived after an 80 mile bike ride and were eager to get a shower and a good meal. The team were expecting us and had the key ready; check-in was very welcoming and efficient. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Despite the restaurant being very busy (Saturday 8pm) our meals came without delay and were hot, hearty and very tasty. Wouldnt think twice about staying again next time we're in the area.
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Location
Central, convenient base for exploring Snowdonia and Mid Wales, with shops and a bus stop nearby and free/ample parking noted. Suits travellers needing an in-town stopover.
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May
Sep 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Convenient and nice clean and comfy room
Convenient and nice clean and comfy room
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Nicolas
Apr 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel dans une vieille maison de centre ville. Grand parking, chambre propre et confortable, personnel accueillant, petit déjeuner parfait, servi avec le sourire. Une adresse à recommander.
Hotel dans une vieille maison de centre ville. Grand parking, chambre propre et confortable, personnel accueillant, petit déjeuner parfait, servi avec le sourire. Une adresse à recommander.
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Ben
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stop over for visiting Snowdon, Portmeirion and the surrounding areas. Staff were great. Stayed in the rooms across the road. Would definitely stay again.
Great stop over for visiting Snowdon, Portmeirion and the surrounding areas. Staff were great. Stayed in the rooms across the road. Would definitely stay again.
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Sarah
Aug 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We loved the room, it was really comfortable and clean and having the bar for food was really welcome and the food was lovely. The bar was very busy and it was hot so we weren't sure if the staff had just had a long day but the welcome was a bit stiff and the staff didn't seem bothered whether we were there or not as guests. The location was great for where we were going and the room was top notch, so we could forgive that. It was a brilliant location though and a great base for most of mid Wales.
We loved the room, it was really comfortable and clean and having the bar for food was really welcome and the food was lovely. The bar was very busy and it was hot so we weren't sure if the staff had just had a long day but the welcome was a bit stiff and the staff didn't seem bothered whether we were there or not as guests. The location was great for where we were going and the room was top notch, so we could forgive that. It was a brilliant location though and a great base for most of mid Wales.
10
Ian
Jul 26, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
It's really a pub with a few rooms. In a good central location with free parking. Room was a bit dated but comfortable. Excellent breakfast.
It's really a pub with a few rooms. In a good central location with free parking. Room was a bit dated but comfortable. Excellent breakfast.
10
Alex
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little spot for those wishing to do the “Mach Loop”. Great location with plenty of supermarkets nearby. The rooms were all clean and well presented and the pub is very friendly with plenty of food options for breakfast until late.
Great little spot for those wishing to do the “Mach Loop”. Great location with plenty of supermarkets nearby. The rooms were all clean and well presented and the pub is very friendly with plenty of food options for breakfast until late.
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Neal
Aug 19, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here as a family. We were on a biking trip in the local area. Location was great and in the centre of town. The rooms were clean and well equipped with a nice shower and bathroom. We are in the pub on the evening. The food was fine, decent pub grub.
Stayed here as a family. We were on a biking trip in the local area. Location was great and in the centre of town. The rooms were clean and well equipped with a nice shower and bathroom. We are in the pub on the evening. The food was fine, decent pub grub.
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Matthew
Jul 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice staff, was very convenient to have a bus stop outside of the accommodation. Lovely place
Nice staff, was very convenient to have a bus stop outside of the accommodation. Lovely place
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Dining
Food receives strong feedback for tasty pub meals and satisfying breakfasts, though a few found it average or not to their taste. Service is generally prompt even when busy.
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Andy
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Shower is very small, though I’m not a small person, the room was spacious and clean. Ideal for a quick stop over. Food in the bar is typical fare but well presented.
Shower is very small, though I’m not a small person, the room was spacious and clean. Ideal for a quick stop over. Food in the bar is typical fare but well presented.
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IAN
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and comfortable rooms, friendly, helpful staff and an excellent meal, with a few great pints. Was a work trip but was very happy to stay there.
Clean and comfortable rooms, friendly, helpful staff and an excellent meal, with a few great pints. Was a work trip but was very happy to stay there.
10
Sue
Oct 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast. We would definetly stay again.
Lovely clean room, friendly staff, excellent breakfast. We would definetly stay again.
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Brett
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice stay,Clean and comfortable room. Nice food and drink.
Nice stay,Clean and comfortable room. Nice food and drink.
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Pam
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay. Our room was spotless, modern and comfortable. Meals in the popular bar were tasty and plentiful, served by friendly, helpful staff
Great place to stay. Our room was spotless, modern and comfortable. Meals in the popular bar were tasty and plentiful, served by friendly, helpful staff
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Karen
Oct 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great for the price. Food at pub was good. Room was clean with good bathroom. Parking was good. Great for the price. Be aware there are stairs up to the rooms.
Great for the price. Food at pub was good. Room was clean with good bathroom. Parking was good. Great for the price. Be aware there are stairs up to the rooms.
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Carol Anne
Sep 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room friendly staff but food not good
Clean room friendly staff but food not good
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Nigel
Oct 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We are walkers on the Wales Coast path so our requirements are a good bed, good food and security. This pub/Hotel offers small double beds but firm and the cooking downstairs is good pub fayre. The bathrooms was clean and new. The service in the bar was a bit eccentric with two meals not matching what we ordered but everyone was cheerful and helpful. The pub was busy so it obviously has the approval of the locals.
We are walkers on the Wales Coast path so our requirements are a good bed, good food and security. This pub/Hotel offers small double beds but firm and the cooking downstairs is good pub fayre. The bathrooms was clean and new. The service in the bar was a bit eccentric with two meals not matching what we ordered but everyone was cheerful and helpful. The pub was busy so it obviously has the approval of the locals.
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Margaret
Jul 29, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very pleased with the accommodation, the room was excellent. The staff are very welcoming and helpful. I can say that the food is also excellent. We enjoyed our stay and would go there again.
Very pleased with the accommodation, the room was excellent. The staff are very welcoming and helpful. I can say that the food is also excellent. We enjoyed our stay and would go there again.
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Sean
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We arrived after an 80 mile bike ride and were eager to get a shower and a good meal. The team were expecting us and had the key ready; check-in was very welcoming and efficient. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Despite the restaurant being very busy (Saturday 8pm) our meals came without delay and were hot, hearty and very tasty. Wouldnt think twice about staying again next time we're in the area.
We arrived after an 80 mile bike ride and were eager to get a shower and a good meal. The team were expecting us and had the key ready; check-in was very welcoming and efficient. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. Despite the restaurant being very busy (Saturday 8pm) our meals came without delay and were hot, hearty and very tasty. Wouldnt think twice about staying again next time we're in the area.
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Bruce
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff but room 2 was very small All clean and tidy
Lovely staff but room 2 was very small All clean and tidy
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Mike
Jun 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old hotel in a quirky village full of antique shops. Staff were all super-helpful and friendly. Great evening meal, great night's sleep, great breakfast. Excellent all round.
Lovely old hotel in a quirky village full of antique shops. Staff were all super-helpful and friendly. Great evening meal, great night's sleep, great breakfast. Excellent all round.
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Mo
May 29, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
We were very happy with our large room, with big shower room. Staff were friendly and relaxed. Big portions on the evening meals was good.
We were very happy with our large room, with big shower room. Staff were friendly and relaxed. Big portions on the evening meals was good.
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Jonathan
Apr 29, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Decent
Decent
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Roy
Mar 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything was excellent, cleanliness, staff, A1. The only thing that let the food down were the chips
Everything was excellent, cleanliness, staff, A1. The only thing that let the food down were the chips
FAQs about The White Lion Hotel
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available onsite. Parking is on-site and limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 11.50 for adults and children.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival for check-in arrangements, especially if arriving after 10:00 PM.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Machynlleth, within a national park. It is a 10-minute drive from King Arthur's Labyrinth and Corris Craft Centre, and approximately 10.5 miles from Aberdyfi Beach.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-06: 188.9862242332306USD
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- 2026-09-13: 118.8156321930542USD
- 2026-09-14: 118.04132781010436USD
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- 2026-09-17: 118.48166809210967USD
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- 2026-09-19: 152.65361517114258USD
- 2026-09-20: 116.46246266459656USD
- 2026-09-21: 118.4471907169876USD
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- 2026-09-23: 123.58282097941589USD
- 2026-09-24: 123.62605958052063USD
- 2026-09-25: 160.7419825453949USD
- 2026-09-26: 120.00284925480652USD
- 2026-09-27: 121.36389861710357USD
- 2026-09-28: 147.49092087865446USD
- 2026-09-29: 142.7204244634552USD
- 2026-09-30: 123.58282097941589USD
- 2026-10-01: 120.00284925480652USD
- 2026-10-02: 143.61111659035492USD
- 2026-10-03: 121.36389861710357USD
- 2026-10-04: 121.36389861710357USD
- 2026-10-05: 126.690591USD
- 2026-10-06: 124.2961692212677USD
- 2026-10-07: 125.528292USD
- 2026-10-08: 126.690591USD
- 2026-10-09: 151.09887USD
- 2026-10-10: 126.99279122293854USD
- 2026-10-11: 128.66649575294494USD
- 2026-10-12: 133.66341842749787USD
- 2026-10-13: 133.3754684982376USD
- 2026-10-14: 133.66341842749787USD
- 2026-10-15: 118.25223570359802USD
- 2026-10-16: 153.476301385025USD
- 2026-10-17: 155.46027568821717USD
- 2026-10-18: 157.09154857214355USD
- 2026-10-19: 118.25223570359802USD
- 2026-10-20: 119.75265772659301USD
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- 2026-10-23: 153.476301385025USD
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- 2026-10-25: 133.66341842749787USD
- 2026-10-26: 122.86947273756408USD
- 2026-10-27: 118.28811416546631USD
- 2026-10-28: 119.75265772659301USD
- 2026-10-29: 119.75265772659301USD
- 2026-10-30: 133.66341842749787USD
- 2026-10-31: 133.66341842749787USD
- 2026-11-01: 118.25223570359802USD
- 2026-11-02: 118.25223570359802USD
- 2026-11-03: 131.553062552742USD
- 2026-11-04: 133.66341842749787USD
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There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. 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, debit cards, and cash
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 11.50 for adults and GBP 11.50 for children
- Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
- 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.
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