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White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants

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On the beach
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Standard Double Room, Sea View
Standard Double Room, City View | City view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, England, IP15 5BJ
  • Place, Suffolk Coast and Heaths
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moot Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aldeburgh Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Double Room, City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, City View | City view

Standard Double Room, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room, City View

Standard Double or Twin Room, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Standard Double or Twin Room, Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Aldeburgh

On the beach.Stay at this Aldeburgh hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Moot Hall and 2 miles (3 km) of Aldeburgh Golf Club. Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre and Thorpeness Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Suffolk Coast and Heaths - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Moot Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Aldeburgh Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Southwold Beach - 38 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Norfolk Broads - 54 min drive - 54.5 km

Getting around

  • Saxmundham Station - 16 min drive
  • Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cross Keys Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Meare Shop and Tearooms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Railway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ash Smoked Fishes - ‬1 min walk

About this property

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh

3-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This Georgian Aldeburgh hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1863
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh offers 38 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Aldeburgh hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from December 31 2026 to January 1 2027 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh to the airport?

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh is 56.4 mi (88-min drive) away from the Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh on Jul 12, 2026 start from CA $236, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh.

How close is White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh offer free breakfast?

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a casino at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh have a pool?

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh does not have a pool.

Does White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like British cuisine, a beachfront location, and happy hour. The dining venue(s) are closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.

Does White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh to downtown Aldeburgh?

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh is 0.2 mi away from Aldeburgh.

White Lion Hotel - Aldeburgh Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 249 out of 459 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 459 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 459 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 459 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 459 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay. Very friendly and helpful staff and a comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Super position on sea front with very easy access to high street shops.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location on the seafront, close to shops, pubs and excellent restaurants. Rooms were clean and staff were efficient. The exterior of the hotel could do with a spruce up but interior was fine. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied with the hotel, clean room and well equipped. The staff were very helpful and friendly. A very relaxing and comfortable environment, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are 2 restaurants on-site. We ate in the brasserie a d the food was delicious. The breakfast was included in the stay and was very tasty. The room was very clean and spacious. There are limited car parking onsite
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The White Lion is right on the sea front, the staff were excellent, the rooms were cleaned every day and your room extra's topped up. Good shower, comfortable bed, bar and restaurant was very nice too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay ! Staff most helpful; food excellent; room was clean, tidy and comfortable; sea view superb especially with a "super wolf moon" at night and a colourful sunrise each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel looking tired breakfast was mediocre and I would have expected a better breakfast considering the cost of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fine, staff attentive and breakfast was first class.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was excellent inc staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A very nice hotel with pleasant dining and lounge areas in a super position directly opposite the beach and Moot Hall. Friendly staff and very clean. Great breakfast, including lovely kippers!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything nice & cosy, with well prepared food & super staff - especially Dace & Jack
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable room and lively breakfast. Staff are all very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A most disappointing stat Although the front facing staff were kind and accommodating, there seemed to be a disconnect between them and management. The shower was lovely But The pillows were very uncomfortable There was only tea in the room - no provision for coffee or anything else on either day Very few Power points! The cooked Breakfast was cold and there was not enough milk provided for cereal.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room clean tidy and warm. The staff were very polite and helpful and nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great stay. Good value. Would stay again.
Outside of hotel
Bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel, friendly staff and great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Excellent choices for drinks & supper.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable short break.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great weekend

Wonderful choice.
The White Lion Hotel
The Scallop sculpture on Aldeburgh beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was comfortable and the breakfast excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Amenities
Pleasant staff , very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay

Helpful staff,great location and superb breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025