Located in Bala and surrounded by greenery, White Lion Royal Hotel dates back to the 16th century and offers accommodation with on-site parking free of charge 15 km from the heart of the Gwydyr Forest Park. The hotel boasts an on-site restaurant and a bar. Rooms at White Lion Royal Hotel feature traditional design and décor, and come with a writing desk, a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Some rooms come with four-poster beds. All rooms comprise en-suite bathroom facilities with a bathtub or a shower and a hairdryer, and free toiletries are provided as well. The hotel's restaurant offers regional cuisine for lunch and dinner, and a selection of wines, ales and spirits is available in the bar throughout the day. Breakfast is served every morning in the common breakfast area and can also be served in the guest rooms upon request. An array of outdoor activities including fishing, golfing, canoeing, hiking, cycling and horse riding can be enjoyed in the green surroundings of the accommodation. The Snowdonia National Park is a 1-hour drive away. Liverpool is 85 km from the hotel and Chester is 65 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free parking available at the hotel


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1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
3 single beds
2 double beds
2 single beds
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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Rana
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location, easy parking although a very small car park for a big hotel. Very warm with lots of nooks and crannies to relax in. Great shower and comfy beds. Enjoyed the hot chocolate in our room.
Faye
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Super location for accessing the national park: in middle of town, a minute's walk from the local Spar, but only a short drive to being in the mountains. Great views from top floor too! Good base and good value for exploring the local...
Fiona
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It’s very welcoming and large, bar area is snug but you can use the other rooms adjacent to it, we where on 3rd floor, bit of a climb if you are not fit (no lifts) our room Heating was not working but staff quickly gave us free upgrade and room...
Kelly
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The rooms were nicely decorated and clean and the bathrooms were really nicely fitted out - with a walk in shower and modern
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Comfortable and friendly hotel with very pleasant staff.
Harry
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good location, nice bar in the hotel, room was good, good value and nice helpful staff
Shari
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful place in an amazing location. The food is outstanding. Most of the facilities were spotless and well cared for.
Roderick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Friendly helpful staff. Bar facility. Location. Clean. Large foyie. Value for money.
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The room was great, lovely location with nice people. Everything you need in a couple minutes walk. Right in the heart of Wales so it makes it easy to go for days out.
Steven
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Breakfast was good. It was a good pub to for a drink

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
White Lion Royal Hotel
  • Cuisine
    British • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

White Lion Royal Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.