The Golden Lion Hotel

3 stars
7.3
Good
based on 5800 reviews
5,800 reviews
8-10 King Street, Stirling, FK8 1BD, United Kingdom
8-10 King Street, Stirling
+44 178 647 5351
Wed 19/8
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Thu 20/8
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

The Golden Lion Hotel is located near the Smith Art Gallery and Museum in Stirling, offering 3-star accommodations. This hotel is also within walking distance of Stirling Castle and plenty of local shops and restaurants. Guests can visit Dunblane Cathedral, Blair Drummond Safari Park, and the University of Stirling. Doune Castle, the Falkirk Golf Club, and the Kelpies are also just a short drive from the hotel. Free parking is available at this property.

This is a smoke-free hotel. 66 guest rooms and suites are available. The hotel offers a daily breakfast for a fee. There is also a 24-hour front desk with a safe. Laundry service, wedding services, and luggage storage are provided for guests, as well. The hotel has a business center and a library. There is a TV in the lobby lounge area. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the hotel.

 

The Golden Lion Hotel has a selection of family rooms in addition to regular rooms. Pets are not allowed at this property. There is a restaurant at the hotel, along with a bar and lounge. 24-hour room service is also available. The hotel has meeting rooms available and guest laundry facilities are provided.

 

Guest rooms offer premium beds and bedding along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a desk in each room, along with a coffee maker, ironing amenities, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. A bathtub or shower is in each room. Hair dryers are also provided for guest use.

 
7.3
Good
5800 reviews

Latest deals for The Golden Lion Hotel

Wed 19/8
-
Thu 20/8
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 126
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 275
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 133
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 146
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 170
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 164
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 369
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 2 twin beds
C$ 166
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 167
nightly with fees
Superior Room, bed type unknown
C$ 364
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 171
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
C$ 174
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 185
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 224
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 twin bed
C$ 226
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at The Golden Lion Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Laundry service

Accessibility and suitability

  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Accessible parking
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Higher-level toilet
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fax
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Bowling
  • Golf
  • Cycling

General

  • Family rooms
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Health and safety

  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Reviews of The Golden Lion Hotel

7.3
Good
5800 verified ratings
Wonderful
1722
Very good
1276
Good
1176
Okay
598
Fair
496
Mediocre
248
Poor
284

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel’s central location, making it convenient for exploring the city. Many found the beds comfortable and appreciated the friendly, helpful staff. Cleanliness received positive mentions, and several guests enjoyed the breakfast, though opinions on it were mixed. Some reviews noted issues with air conditioning, WiFi, and noise, but overall, the positives outweighed the negatives, especially regarding location and service.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness7.5 out of 10
Breakfast4 out of 10
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Location

8-10 King Street, Stirling, FK8 1BD

What's nearby

  • Tolbooth0.5 km
  • Old Town Jail0.5 km
  • Mar's Walk0.6 km
  • Church of the Holy Rude0.6 km
  • Argyll's Lodging0.6 km
  • John Cowane's Hospital0.6 km
  • Smith Art Gallery and Museum0.6 km
  • Stirling Castle0.9 km
  • New Williamfield1.7 km
  • National Wallace Monument2.6 km
  • Bannockburn Heritage Centre3.1 km
  • University of Stirling3.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Golden Lion Hotel

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

August
May
C$ 209
C$ 225
Cheapest month to stay with an average 4% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 4% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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Which month has the cheapest rates at The Golden Lion Hotel?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to stay at The Golden Lion Hotel is February, with an average nightly rate of C$ 152. The most expensive month is May at C$ 235 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Golden Lion Hotel?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest day to book The Golden Lion Hotel is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of C$ 167. The most expensive day is Sunday at C$ 336 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Golden Lion Hotel?

Based on hotel prices found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

To get the best price at The Golden Lion Hotel, book around 4 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 12% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Golden Lion Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Golden Lion Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Golden Lion Hotel, plan to stay on a Thursday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Golden Lion Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 200, while the most expensive was C$ 200.
  • How long should you stay at The Golden Lion Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Golden Lion Hotel

  • Where is The Golden Lion Hotel located?

    The Golden Lion Hotel is located at 8-10 King Street in Downtown, 0.5 km from the centre of Stirling. Tolbooth is the closest landmark to The Golden Lion Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Golden Lion Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Golden Lion Hotel.

  • Does The Golden Lion Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Golden Lion Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Golden Lion Hotel from the airport?

    The Golden Lion Hotel is 39.7 km from Edinburgh Turnhouse. The Golden Lion Hotel is 41.2 km from Glasgow Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Golden Lion Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Golden Lion Hotel in Stirling and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Golden Lion Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Golden Lion Hotel.

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.4
0.5 km
Edinburgh Turnhouse
39.7 km

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