The White Lion Hotel
Market Cross Place
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Why people book this hotel
“Staff kept apologizing, but took an hour to receive two English breakfast”
“Breakfast was very good, service excellent”
“Curry was really good & breakfast the following morning”
“Sadly breakfast”
“Great location”
“Brilliant location with sea views Breakfast phenomenal and good, polite service”
“Lacking in sensibly placed sockets in the room”
“Very comfortable bed and excellent breakfast”
“Clean tidy”
“Very clean if very dated in places”
“Located on the sea front with free parking outside and easy to get straight onto…”
Overview
The White Lion is a traditional hotel opposite Aldeburgh’s shingle beach, where wooden huts line the shore. Guests can enjoy fresh seafood, free Wi-Fi, and some of the rooms have far-reaching sea views. The privately owned hotel offers excellent service and menus made from fresh Suffolk produce. You can dine in the informal beach-facing bar, with its real ales, or the oak-panelled restaurant. With its warm atmosphere and good food, The White Lion is a wonderful seaside hideaway. A variety of walking trails surround the area, and Snape Maltings Concert Hall is a 10-minute drive away. Tennis at the Country Club, and golf on the established James Braid course can be arranged at nearby Thorpeness. There is also space for free parking on site.
Traveller reviews
Russell
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
Great location. Curry was really good & breakfast the following morning. Lacking in sensibly placed sockets in the room.. had to charge my phone nowhere near bedside which was a bit of a pain. On the whole a nice place though and would return.
Edward
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
“Lovely staff and very comfortable stay”
Very comfortable bed and excellent breakfast
teresa
couple
May 1, 2026
Sadly breakfast. .let it down . Staff kept apologizing, but took an hour to receive two English breakfast!..
Stephen
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
“Convenient and satisfying.”
Breakfast was very good, service excellent.
Roger Miller
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
Brilliant location with sea views Breakfast phenomenal and good, polite service.
Anna
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
The hotel was very comfortable, food was delicious. Excellent location right by the sea and the staff were lovely
colin
couple
April 17, 2026
“most enjoyable few days and hope to return - possibly to stay in one of the larger rooms”
Helpful staff Recently refurbished main areas Choice of restaurant Good choice of menus for both breakfast and dinner
Michael
couple
April 14, 2026
“Auldburgh great place to stay . Good places to eat and drink . Will go back again.”
Clean tidy. Good bar restaurant. Friendly staff
Eileen
solo_traveller
April 12, 2026
The staff were really helpful. Had a very pleasant stay
Lyn
family_with_children
April 11, 2026
Staff very friendly, breakfast outstanding, room great!
Robert
couple
April 8, 2026
“Really lovely stay, great staff who were friendly and helpful. Would recommend if you want a quiet place to get your hea”
Very clean if very dated in places.
Philip
couple
March 28, 2026
All good
Lucy
family_with_children
March 26, 2026
“A pleasant stay though felt the price was expensive for the quality. Breakfast was excellent”
Location
Mal
solo_traveller
March 21, 2026
It is fine for what it is, but far too expensive for its standard.
Richard
solo_traveller
March 20, 2026
Superb location. Food generally very good.
Gerard
family_with_children
March 19, 2026
“Road Trip”
Close to seafront and high street. Clean and comfortable. Excellent breakfast. Staff very friendly.
David
solo_traveller
March 19, 2026
“Good little hotel. Will use again if in Aldeburgh”
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff
Alice
couple
March 8, 2026
“Good night's sleep, but breakfast needs improving”
Pleasant stay - warm, comfy room & welcoming staff. We had a good night's sleep. Located on the sea front with free parking outside and easy to get straight onto the beach.
Lynne
family_with_children
March 6, 2026
Welcoming. warm and sea spice was very nice
samantha
family_with_children
March 5, 2026
Loved the reception/lounge area Breakfast was good
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Emergency cord in bathroom
Activities
Beachfront, Golf course (within 3 km), Mini golf, Temporary art galleries, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Lift, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Services
24-hour front desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Daily housekeeping, Shared lounge/TV area, Pet bowls
Double Room with Inland View
The modern en-suite double rooms feature inland-facing view. Two of these rooms have en-suite showers only.
Double Room with Sea View
Features a sea view and includes an en suite bathroom, LCD TV, and tea and coffee making facilities.
Double or Twin Room with Inland View
Features include an en suite bathroom, LCD TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The beds can be split to make a twin bed configuration upon request.
Double or Twin Room with Sea View
Features a sea view and includes an en suite bathroom, LCD TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The beds can be split to make a twin bed configuration on request.
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