The Black Lion Hotel
Black Lion Hotel, Cardigan · Hotel
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A traditional hotel in Cardigan, Ceredigion, dating from the 1770s, with riverside views and its own pub next door.
About The Black Lion Hotel
Cardigan sits on the Ceredigion coast where the River Teifi meets the sea, a town known for its castle, its walking country and its easy access to the water. The Black Lion Hotel has been part of the town since the 1770s, giving it a long-standing presence among the local pubs, restaurants and shops, with riverside views adding to its appeal.
Rooms at the hotel are traditional in style, each with an en-suite bathroom, and family rooms are available for those travelling with children. Guests have access to free WiFi, drinks in room and 24 hour reception, so arrival times are flexible. The adjoining pub serves classic British meals, and there's a separate restaurant and bar on site, along with breakfast each morning and a garden to sit out in.
Beyond the hotel, Cardigan offers cycling routes, walking trails, fishing and watersports nearby, plus a golf course for those who want to spend a day outdoors. There's also plenty of entertainment, pubs and eateries within reach for evenings out. It's a straightforward base for exploring the Teifi estuary and the surrounding Ceredigion coastline.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
Absolutely superb meal. We only went in here as the other main restaurants were booked. I don't know Cardigan well so we just walked up the High st looking for somewhere. Excellent service, genuinely attentive and friendly. The food was superb. My partner had the burger and I had the cod on pulses and with a coconut curry sauce which was lush! The side dish of buttered greens was to die for. When I complimented the chef it came out that he was the chef at the Harbourmaster in Aberaeron for years. The food there would have cost more than double. The building is beautifully old. On the way out it was great to see that the tvs had screen savers with nice pictures rather than sport on them. Lovely touch. Will be back.
5 months ago · via Google
The customer service is top notch here, from the moment you walk in until you leave, whether it be dinner or overnight, whoever you encounter you will be impressed, all the staff have exceptional customer service! We stayed a night and the room we had was great, good decor, comfy bed, warm and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Really great breakfast too, you won't be disappointed if you stay here. Highly recommend this place.
4 months ago · via Google
I recently stayed at this establishment for 2 nights and what a pleasant experience this was! from the cleanliness of my room to the food and drink served, everything was fantastic. the staff really made me feel comfortable and was ready to help with any query that i had so I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a hotel in this area. big shoutout to Amy and Laura for making my experience so good with the level of service they gave me and just for how nice they was, so i do hope to come back very soon !
3 months ago · via Google
A lovely pub/hotel with welcoming staff. We booked an overnight stay as exploring the area. Double ensuite, perfectly formed with a good bathroom. Bedroom coving needs some attention but didn't retract from the room. Very comfy bed and nice pillows. We ate dinner downstairs ... duck breast for me and a Thai chicken curry for my husband... both super nice. Desserts of tonka bean & pistachio profiteroles, and a honey parfait with a rhubarb compote... delicious. Couldn't fault the meal. Roaring fireplace..makes such a difference on a cold evening. Breakfast was included... multiple choices of dishes, and yoghurts and cereals to have aswell. A very nice stay...we would return. 😊
6 months ago · via Google
Circa-1770s hotel with traditional rooms and an adjoining pub serving classic British meals.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 29D High Street, Cardigan, SA43 1HJ Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Black Lion Hotel, Cardigan
- Destination
- Cardigan