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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 bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.
A room with leather sofas, a mirror, and a door with a sign.
A wooden coffee table with a round top and a smaller round table beside it, both with metal legs.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a television, and a chandelier.

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

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A neatly made bed with a headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a large mirror.

Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with a decorative pillow, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall above.

Single Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow and a folded towel. The room has a window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a wall with a leaf pattern.

Family Room (3 Adults)

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

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Room

Executive Double Room

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

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A four-poster bed with white linens and towels, a wooden dresser, a desk with a computer, and a sofa in a well-lit room with a chandelier.

Double Room (4 Poster Bed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a radiator, a window with curtains, a chandelier, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Studio Single Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, and a patterned wallpaper.

Triple Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a television, and a chandelier.

Family Room

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

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a pillow and a folded towel. The room has a window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a wall with a leaf pattern.

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. Penllyn Leisure Centre and Eryri National Park 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

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

  • 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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 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

Royal White Lion
White Lion Royal
White Lion Royal Bala
White Lion Royal Hotel
White Lion Royal Hotel Bala
White Lion Royal Hotel Bala, Wales
White Lion Royal Hotel Bala
White Lion Royal Hotel Bala
White Lion Royal Hotel Hotel
White Lion Royal Hotel Hotel Bala

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 Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at White Lion Royal Hotel on Oct 21, 2026 start from CA $79, 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?

White Lion Royal Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

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. 217 out of 495 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 495 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 495 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 495 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 495 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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & sizeable rooms.Could not ask for more. Stayed here many times & would not hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, staff top notch, food excellent. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bala is a beautiful place to be, lots of shops, pubs, restaurants and places to walk. The lake is obviously a delight and the steam railway ride is fabulous. I'd definately stay here again, especially because of the fantastic hospitality I got at the White Lion. I couldn't have asked for more. Thankyou!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This was a good hotel but not great. Room was large but beds not comfortable and shower flooded the bathroom. Dinner in pub was good. Limited parking available
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean, though the bathroom especially was a bit tired. Parking in the pub is very limited and was often full, though on-street seemed fairly readily available. Breakfast bacon roll is best avoided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bottom line, all things being equal would I stay again? Yes. Relatively cheap and cheerful albeit quite a "tired" accommodation. Functional but no thrills. Based on a typical small town high street with a range of shops and beautiful countryside surrounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we wanted, although there were a lot of steps up to our room on the top floor! Large clean room with comfortable beds. The window would have benefited from a good clean though. Lovely staff, decent breakfast and great sunny beer garden which was handy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good value and in a very beautiful area. The maintenance of the building was outstanding. No lift and, at 80, I found that a bit of a struggle. But will return - and breakfast was good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

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