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The Lion & Key Hotel

Property class: 4
4-star hotel near Westfield Stratford City

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a view of the city through large windows.
A bar area with a sign reading "LION & KEY CAFE BAR GRILL".
A hotel exterior with outdoor seating and a sign reading "The Lion & Key Hotel".
A modern reception area with a curved reception desk, marble flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A bar area with multiple shelves stocked with various liquor bottles, a cash register, and a glass display case.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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475-477 High Road Leyton, London, England, E10 5EL
  • Place, Breyer Group Stadium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Lee Valley VeloPark
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪103 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room - Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Double Room - Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a round window, a potted plant, a bedside phone, and a folded towel on the bed.

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a minibar, a television, and a patterned carpet.

Classic Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Family Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a mirror.

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a nightstand with a lamp and a plant.

Classic Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Ensuite

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with two beds, a small bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Classic Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and an orange sofa.

Classic Studio, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Grand Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a blue chair, and a wooden wardrobe.

Grand Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a nightstand with a phone, and a door with a curtain.

Economy Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a round window, a potted plant, and a bedside phone.

Classic Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Classic Single Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a phone.

Classic Single Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

London

Waltham Forest stay.Your stay at this Waltham Forest hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City. Victoria Park and London Stadium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Breyer Group Stadium - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Leyton Leisure Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lee Valley VeloPark - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Olympic Village - 7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Leytonstone High Road Overground Station - 4 min drive
  • Leyton Midland Road Overground Station - 8 min walk
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yardarm - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Coach & Horses - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Leyton Orient Supporters Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chunk Provisions - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Anatolia - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Lion & Key Hotel

4-star hotel near Westfield Stratford City
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Lion & Key Hotel also features multilingual staff, room service (during limited hours), and a front-desk safe.

This 4-star London hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Lion & Key Hotel offers 55 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This London hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Lion Key Hotel
Lion Key London
Lion Key Hotel London
The Lion & Key Hotel Hotel
The Lion & Key Hotel London England
The Lion & Key Hotel London
The Lion & Key Hotel Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Lion & Key Hotel to the airport?

The Lion & Key Hotel is 8.5 mi (28-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion & Key Hotel?

As of Sept 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion & Key Hotel on Sept 27, 2026 start from CA $146, 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 The Lion & Key Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Lion & Key Hotel.

Does The Lion & Key Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Lion & Key Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to noon and weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at The Lion & Key Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Lion & Key Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at The Lion & Key Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Lion & Key Hotel have a pool?

The Lion & Key Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Lion & Key Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Lion & Key Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Lion & Key Hotel to downtown London?

The Lion & Key Hotel is 6.4 mi away from London.

The Lion & Key Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 521 out of 909 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 909 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 909 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 909 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 909 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really wonderful stay, great and well priced restaurant/bar downstairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paramjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No words besides quiet, maintained and just spot on for a good rest close to the heart of the UK
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel and very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful hotel and fab very reasonable restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms very clean and tidy and the restaurant attached had lovely staff too and the food was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to be at. Tesco was close by and other places to eat besides their restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the room was very clean and well dressed, simple and contemporary. the menu is extensive and delicious. the staff are very accommodating and friendly. there's even a restaurant discount for hotel guests. the reception and restaurant are pretty and it is a very nice place to stay. would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really impressed by this hotel. Friendly staff, comfortable room. Food was exceptional.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Talen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean hotel , convenient area for supplies, friendly staff, room service ,
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, friendly very helpful. 24 hour service when needed
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mathias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't use the bar and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were just simply very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nicely decorated and really fresh looking. The staff were all great and very helpful when needed. We would easily stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room ! Good check in and out ! 2nd time I have stayed there !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
friendly staff, clean and modern room. Coffee and tea in room service. Plenty of access to shampoo and towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly. Restaurant very good value for money and great food. Room spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KYLE JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was v clean & well furnished. Staff were all v helpful. We had a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025