White Lion Royal Hotel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star beach hotel near Eryri National Park

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A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, patterned wallpaper, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A wooden coffee table with a round top and a smaller round table beside it, both with metal legs.
A room with leather sofas, a mirror, and a door with a sign.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a television, and a chandelier.
A bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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High Street, Bala, Bala, Wales, LL23 7AE
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Llyn Tegid
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bala Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room (3 Adults)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (4 Poster Bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Studio Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Bala

In Bala .Within a 5-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Llyn Tegid and Maes Tegid. Eryri National Park and Penllyn Leisure Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Llyn Tegid - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Maes Tegid - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bala Lake - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bala Lake Railway - Bala Station - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Betws-Y-Coed Station - 31 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bulls Head - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Y Cyfnod Cafe & Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Goat - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bryntirion Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Henry Robertson Dining Room - ‬7 min drive

About this property

White Lion Royal Hotel

3.5-star beach hotel near Eryri National Park
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. White Lion Royal Hotel also features express check-in, express check-out, and a television in a common area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Bala hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
White Lion Royal Hotel offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Golf
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is White Lion Royal Hotel to the airport?

White Lion Royal Hotel is 66.4 mi (102-min drive) away from the John Lennon Airport (LPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Lion Royal Hotel on Sept 3, 2026 start from CA $89, 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 Royal Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at White Lion Royal Hotel.

Does White Lion Royal Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at White Lion Royal Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 10.00 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at White Lion Royal Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at White Lion Royal Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does White Lion Royal Hotel have a pool?

White Lion Royal Hotel does not have a pool.

Does White Lion Royal Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does White Lion Royal Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is White Lion Royal Hotel to downtown Bala?

White Lion Royal Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Bala.

White Lion Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 462 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and nice and clean hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, in a lovely area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really pleasant hotel with excellent staff and very clean and handy location for me to book every couple of weekends for work.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geraint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely be booking again we really enjoyed our stay, Staff very welcoming and helpful along with the locals. Such a beutiful pub/hotel and restaurant and right in the centre of the town too with lots around you to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, clean and friendly staff. Stay here regularly and always the best place to stay in balla and value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a nice place to stay, nice people And new owners who need our support Been twice now will be back later in the year
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was great, breakfast was average.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guiness was excellent. Food lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff on arrival and throughout the stay. The family room was spacious and comfortable beds. Breakfast was great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean large room. Shower was bit blocked but nice clean new bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely kind and helpful. Room was very nice. Great shower pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sridevi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just one observation to make, during my stay we encountered a heatwave, the availability of a fan would have been appreciated. Other than that the hotel was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoy staying at White Lion the rooms are spacious and clean and beds comfortable. Good car park to rear and outdoor seating area to the rear also. Bar is pleasant for drinks. We have stayed here several times already and we’d definitely stay here again This time the breakfast was disappointing - no longer as good a selection of continental and it was chaotic with people queueing to self serve area. But, as it is optional we just went somewhere else on second day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service throughout our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb experience! Huge room and shower room! Excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn't have breakfast so can't comment. Bar staff friendly and real ale, (one), was good. Bar food was typical middle of the road pub grub, not good nor bad, but... meh! Hotel staff were good and welcoming. All in all, not bad for the money and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was lovely.3rd floor room i had. Walking round lake up to bala lake was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good size room , excellent shower. Food was hit and miss should have been a Sunday carvery but not done,should kitchen at 4pm on the Sunday no communication to guests. Only 1 cask ale on, ice machine broken.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026