all excellent, bar 2 things. see below

the decor and comfort in the bar and dining areas were spot on

evening dinner is also very good, as are the bar prices

i ate in the bar rather than the restaurant, but the menu is the same and my choices were delicious

very comfortable room, spotlessly clean . great bar . good location. super helpful staff

the food was lovely, bar well kept and the staff were next level. phenomenal service

terrific bar with an excellent choice of beer, the breakfast was superb, the room was very clean and very

quiet sunday evening and we ate a very good roast dinner in the bar and a good breakfast the next day

and a young man from the waiters and bar persons needs to be recognised for his customer service

the bar and restaurant was very busy in the evening frequented by local non resident guests which is a

steve in the bar manager in particular was extremely personable

matched them in every way, locally sourced suppliers - absolutely divine almost forgot about the bar which is well stock with delicious wines - i just wish it was closer to home so i could sample

bar meals would have been better for us

beautiful location. excellent breakfast. bar area pleasant to sit in.

bar bill was a little excessive but craft beer was delicious

food was amazing, bar staff were really friendly, professional and funny

the bar and restaurant is clean and tidy. also polite staff at hand

very good buffet breakfast and outside bar dining area as a useable option

only one member of bar staff when they know that have a minimum of 150 guests

room a bit warm and a touch noisy as near the outside bar area, not big issues.

incredibly reasonably priced pub grub and lovely bar and dining area

cheerful and efficient staff both in the bar and on breakfast

wifi hopeless in room. usable in bar but with frequent dropouts.

comfortable rooms, nice bathroom, good bar and food. staff were nice.

fad my dog with me) if you allow guests dogs in the bar say so it makes a bid difference when booking

loved the bar area, lounge area and dining area

went to our then came down to the bar for a drink and ordered some food and it turned out natalie was doing everything that night

bar facility and light menu served up to 8pm - food and drink very good and excellent value

bar drinks were reasonably priced

the room was excellent, the light snacks and selection of bar drinks were excellent for our needs

appointed room with great extra touches such as digital radio, chocolate bars and rubber duck for the bath

hotel was centrally located in the town with secure private parking and its own restaurant and bar on the premises

was welcoming and clean, staff worked hard to enable safety due to covid , plastic shielding at bar for staff safety and visitors , food was out of this world great, bedroom clean and inviting

the bar and cafe was very nice too, a good way to spend the evening after exploring the town

small room. expensive bar drinks.

breakfast, location, bar area with food. good prices for drinks and food.

phone issues. no signal. wifi working but oniy in the bar area.

the meals are very good, and the bar atmosphere was really enjoyable

the young girl behind the bar was friendly and polite and the food was excellent

tv reception poor wifi only in the bar but to be expected in the country side

drinks at the bar a bit expensive

all of the staff were lovely, david, one of the gents we got chatting too who works on reception, bar etc was so helpful & advised us on a place to eat at whilst we were out in shrewsbury for the

comfortable and bar on site

bar prices were a bit high

the bar prices are very pricey.

the bar lounge is very comfortable, and they serve excellent food

bar and restaurant cosy and inviting

of traffic - had to stand in bath to get soap from dispenser a bar of soap on the bath i think would be better but everything else perfect

bed provision of a fan , good location, friendly staff, lovely bar restaurant and sun terrace

at the bar for a drink for 20+ minutes for a drink while they sorted out everyone coming in that was

excellent accommodation. friendly staff. great breakfast..great food. nice bar and beer garden.

room in a separate building to the main bar and restaurant

lion is an exceptionally well presented pub with rooms - the bar area is very attractive and well stocked, the dining room is comfortable and airy and the

we enjoyed a drink in the bar before bed which was busy with a brilliant atmosphere

absolutely gorgeous setting and lovely bar and restaurant interior

staff in the bar where we collected the keys were very helpful and pleasant

it was all good from the staff the room food and bar 10/10 thanks will be returning.

we had a lovely meal in the bar which was if decent quality

key car collected from bar with ease

food in the bar was excellent

the bar downstairs has a lovely atmosphere and staff all very friendly

well designed. comfy bed. excellent staff. bar food and breakfast first class

bar downstairs was handy and was quiet

lovely rooms associated with the cool bar and restaurant but with independent access

the bar was very comfortable

the hotel is over a bar which when we stayed there was karaoke on until around 1am therefore making it very noisy

the staff and the bar downstairs

get access to the room you have to go to the bar first

helpful bar manager and efficient owner via telephone

the room was spotless and comfortable. the bar staff were a credit to the business.

you were someone who goes to bed early then the noise from the bar would be a problem

room was quiet even though the bar downstairs was full

location,next to railway station & in town centre,really friendly staff, good bar & nice room

location,good atmosphere in bar below,staff polite,will stay again whilst i'm working in the area,if a room is available

staff loveley room even the cleaners were loveley great bar with loads of large tvs excellent all

sadly i stayed on a friday night when a local band seems to play in the bar immediately below my bedroom

bear in mind that there is loud music in the bar on some nights until approx 23h, but this didn t bother us as we went to listen to it

the 'noise' issues made, but on a monday in early february there was not a single customer in the bar after 10

the staff are very friendly, checked us in straight away, we had a drink in the bar later in the night, was given a bad pint but the staff exchanged it without question,

my room was right above the bar and usual noise to be expected until 11pm

hotel, friendly helpful staff, lovely large clean room, nice bar downstairs with amazing

we loved the vibe in the bar grill on the ground floor and the food was amazing

had a fabulous time, we ate in the bar and grill for lunch and it was beautiful

the bar was nice and the room great

the bar closed very early so when we got back from the theatre we couldn t have a drink.

or selection of local real ales) but great room for a night cap

we enjoyed the complimentary sherry when we arrived and also later sat in the bar for a drink where staff were helpful and friendly

real ale choices in the bar area

lounge bar was large and comfy

anything major that i didn't like, i think the only issue for me was the choice of drinks in the bar which overall wasn't bad but they didn't have my choice of drink available

excellent breakfast good choice of bar drinks very friendly staff

the bar had a good selection of beers

queues to bar but it s not down to staff it s the size of the bar

location, bar staff rory, mat and new young girl forgot to ask her name where very friendly and happy to help

food in the bar was amazing

the bar and restaurant are lovely

central location, old and quirky with modern facilities, nice bar and restaurant, good

walking through the door and being greeted by friendly bar staff to sitting in the beer garden that was incredibly well set out

music in the bar on friday night went on till 1am !!

room was over the bar so we could hear music and chatter from downstairs on both nights, but it wasn't too much of a

were me by staff in the bar area who were personable who showed us to our room, explained the pick list for breakfast(

nice helpful staff. very clean spacious room. good breakfast. big carpark.

) awesome breakfast to last you the day

food was excellent for both the evening meal and for breakfast

welcoming staff, a great breakfast and a convenient, rural place to stay if you want to explore the borders

cody feeling, excellent restaurant and bar facilities.

dinner in the evening was fantastic and the adjoining bar buzzy

i had plans so didn't use the bar and other facilities, lovely outside space i need to explore next time

great - close to shops wine bars and nice restaurants

everything room bar location

they also have a bar and comfy lounge area

on our first night we sat downstairs in the bar and it was lovely and peaceful we have already booked to come back in

close to centre of shrewsbury. bar open until 10.45 pm ish.

great bar area for a drink

issue was the noise coming from the bar after 10ish but the staff were helping the best way they

the bar and restaurant are closed on a monday not that i didn't like it but didn't speak to anyone

girls behind the bar were very helpful and friendly when we checked in

or serving late in restaurant/pub so we got a good nights sleep for sleeping above the restaurant/bar

lovely little touches, tea, coffee, breakfast bars and croissants

food was amazing and value for money ben behind the bar could not be more helpful

up to my room for me i would definitely stay here again and the cost was worth every penny and bar us very handy to take a night cap to your room

a good atmosphere at the bar and the breakfast was very nice, only a 10 to 15 minuit walk into town great value for money

the room was warm and cosy and as it was well to the rear of the pub there was no noise from the bar whatever

the girl behind the bar found a hairdryer for my wife while we ate and changed the batteries in the tv remote as needed

staff behind the bar where very friendly

good food and decent bar selection. quiet rural location. nice newly refurbished room

staff, the christmas decorations, the gingerbread men with the tea and coffee in the room, the bar and restaurant area and the different menus

very friendly and helpful staff. great bar and menu. all in a beautiful location.

a special thanks to the lady at the bar & cheryl the reception manager who went above & beyond in delivering exceptional service

accommodating staff who took our booking and allowed us to check in very late, they even kept the bar open long enough for us to have a beer

i would also add that all staff in the reception, restaurant and bar area were attentive, pleasant and gave excellent service

the room was excellent very nice and i ate in the bar which was very good

the food in the lounge bar was lovely

he is loved by all the staff and he is allowed in the bar area

the very expensive bar prices

the bar and restaurant were an added bonus

the young man that checked us in, the evening bar staff and the lady that served us breakfast, all of the staff were extremely friendly at the

i had to be critical, when we arrived it was early evening which meant we had to check in at the bar while the restaurant was quite busy

terrace bar in the sunshine overlooking the river severn was a pleasure

staff were very friendly and cooperative and the food in the adjacent bar was excellent quality and super value for money

of the hotel, friendly staff, the hotel facilities and the bar prices were reasonable for a

was exceptional especially matthew and the blonde lad behind the bar very welcoming and nice to see hotel staff with a

recently refurbished in bar and reception/lounge areas

everything is great from parking availability, arrival reception, rooms, bar and

bar on friday night was overwhelmed by multiple groups of boorish, elderly golfers who were totally

restaurant and bar staff were very attentive and nothing too much trouble

food in the bar area was only average, however i would certainly return

thankfully the lovely people on reception pointed me in the direction of the bar , was a nervous wreck

the newer bar was quite bleak and not very welcoming.

i loved the bar and drawing room areas where you could relax and enjoy the view

great bar and food

great bar

nice atmosphere in bar & restaurant, nothing too much trouble

stylish, inc the bar and restaurant

love to hear atmosphere in the bar and restaurant

the gentleman on front of house was also run ragged looking after the front desk and the bar and taking the food orders

bar and food available- good breakfast - quiet location - yes out of town but advertised as such -

staff were extremely helpful especially the manager who checked us in and then served us at the bar later on

i really liked the bar and restaurant area

comfortable lounge for drink in the bar area

the food and bar area was brilliant as the food was absolutely delicious

we ate in the bar side as dogs are not allowed in the restaurant, however the food was still excellent and the

a lovely clean, modern and very stylish hotel. bar food and breakfast were excellent.

no mini bar in the room lol 5 room service charge per trip

but just a few near to the bar

i could see a wait time at the bar peak season but apart from that nothing to report

great bar and friendly people breakfast was excellent

bar and restaurant

food and bar was very good

beds were very comfy, very quiet rural location, perfect for families, bar and restaurant downstairs, food wonderful, staff lovely

a special mention to sam who looked after our every need in the bar and restaurant

room was impeccable, sparkly decor, staff were very friendly, bar prices were good, food was exceptional at night, breakfast that was included was fab

cleaner we saw cleaning in the bar area was extremely thorough and diligent, keeping the place covid free - very well done

suit all tastes restaurant in evening was comfortably busy with nice menu choices we ll stocked bar very happy with room which was extremely comfortable, clean and the most amazing shower

the restaurant continued a theme whilst there remained a section of the 'pub' bar for a more local drink

bar and restaurant good were tasty too

unior suite) was perfect and we really enjoyed the bar and restaurant

bar area very cosy and relaxed

found out my liking for mermaids and gave me some bar coasters

had e mails to deal with and the internet in the lounge bar was more adequate had guests join me for dinner

breakfast good.

bar below

welcome was rude, told the bar was that way on checking in

the bar and restaurant was nice and so was the food

friendly owners. good food and drink. great for lunch and bar popular with locals.

and friendly staff, welcoming, good evening meal, nice bar area, comfortable and clean room, decent breakfast

had dinner in the bar which was delicious and a good price and staff were very friendly, helpful and welcoming

liked the whole package, the staff was friendly and helpful, the bar meals we had over the period of our stay was brilliant, lovely presented and consistent, and

areas such as restaurants & bar were mostly nice, few areas of decor need touching up as look a little scruffy

staff , everyone was always smiling and ready to interact with guests, from the front desk to the bar and pool, wonderful staff

when i went to the bar area for dinner, i was well looked after by the staff, and the food was very good

the restaurant and bar have plenty of space to accommodate larger parties with a good choice on the menu

good service from the staff in the bar & restaurant, very clean everywhere

we returned late after a wedding reception elsewhere and they opened the bar again so we could wind down after

bar food and atmosphere staff friendliness food great, clean everywhere and great

so all in all a very good hotel, bar and food , shame about the breakfast

didn't get to use bar or restaurant this time - quick stop)

receptionist staff were fantastic. bar staff wee fantastic all very welcoming

bags and a change of room to ground floor without being asked); i was shown the restaurant and bar area by the gentleman who had just washed the floor, for example, when he could easily have

location, good food, breakfast was excellent, nice bar with good choice of draught lager and beer, pleasant helpful staff throughout

the bar facilities were handy also, nice coffee

open fires and log burners, a lovely bar area to sit and relax

even an outside fireplace with settees and coffee table for the cooler evenings plus an external bar to supplement the internal one

restaurant, bar area & garden are well layed out with really nice views of the river

excellent range of wines and spirits in the cosy bar area

and i liked the little extra touches like the the little milk carton that you could take to the bar and they would put fresh milk in for you for a drink in your room

we enjoyed the spa facilities and liked the bar area to have a drink

i had a bar snack in the evening and a good pint of guiness

80 charged to my credit card in case of bar sales

beautiful gardens - a lovely spa - charming staff - pleasant bar and restaurant

staff were friendly and courteous in both the bar and restaurant

especially the lady in the morning serving our breakfast she was absolutely amazing the owner and bar staff also gave us the warmest of welcomes the room was fabulous

we chose the additional breakfast option both days; we rolled down about 9:30am to find the bar empty but for a wonderfully laid table just for us

breakfast excellent. bed really comfortable. staff brilliant, martin,jean and the bar staff.

landlord/lady and bar staff, martin delivered super dupa breakfasts, steak and pizza nights ud83dudc4fud83cudffb pub

the bar was welcoming and again the decor and furniture felt

the bar was fully stocked and although busy managed perfectly well to avoid waiting to order

if it were not for that i properly would have been in the bar enjoyed

one staff on when we came to check in, they were serving in the bar as well, very busy as open mic had started same time as checking

did ask the young girl at the bar early in the day she stated that the cleaner was just going up now

very central in chester. the bar has a great band on a saturday night.

excellent location, fab spacious room, loved that the bar was 24hours plus breakfast was lovely.

the location was great, very central. staff were super and very helpful. nice bar too.

they treated us to drinks at the bar for our anniversary and we had a lovely card in the room

location, apartment fab, staff lovely and secret garden bar and restaurant wonderful

staff impeccable, from checkin/out to the bar staff

polite, friendly and helpful at all times, there was a very nice atmosphere at reception and the bar which made you feel comfortable and welcome

breakfast room off the bar area all bright,comfortable and clean

lovation , room , breakfast and bar free parking

location bar facilities breakfast friendly staff

the complimentary tea/coffee in the bar area was a nice touch

exceeded our expectations the view was amazing also the staff on the desk at check in and in the bar where lovely polite and helpful

staff were very helpful and happy bar staff

cost of mini bar that is the only thing

loved the bath in the bed room and the whole room was just amazing! the bar was fab too just wow

hotel lovely, nice bar area, fabulous outside seating

and coffee making facilities , mini fridge and a safe in the room, all very comfortable, lovely bar area, excellent location

main reception, room was nice and clean, reception staff really friendly and helpful, the mini bar in the bedroom was lovely and the little touch of note left by reception was nice

hotel friendly polite helpful staff great room nice bar area to chill we ll be back

good staff, clean, easy access, brilliant location, fantastic associated bar and

hotel had a great bar and restaurant

bar restaurant was really welcoming and relaxed

the bar staff were fabulous

ephen &

excellent stay bar staff reception staff excellent

bar area lovely comfy seating/relaxing area

excellent bar service and breakfast.

the bar and restaurant were a lovely place to relax and have a bite to eat

restaurant and bar were situated in a lovely spot and had good food and drinks

you can wander down the riverside path or pop over to the bar / restaurant and watch the boaters go by

didn't have milk in the room that's the only negative but just a short walk to the bar and they gave us fresh milk straight away

honestly surprised by the value for money 35 a night wow nice little bar too and carvery

friendly bar staff, best room, slant in the roof was cool. :)

the night before we stayed and we arrived early due to poor weather and was going to stay in the bar area until check in time however our rooms were ready and we was given an early check in

of the staff were amazing, from checking in to the bar and restaurant staff they really went over and above to make our stay perfect rooms were lovely

bar staff very genial

bar area very relaxing

a one off,but children shouldnt be around the bar area

rooms, period features ,the bar is very well stocked

room very spacious & well stocked from the tea tray, mini bar and toiletries

in room prices for snacks such as crisps and nuts were a bit eye watering and the bar prices were a little steep but if you come to a hotel like this you can expect that

lovely little bar area for relaxing in the evening

the bar downstairs was a lovely place to relax and the location was perfect for us

the first floor the music from the bar next door was very loud and went on until 3 in morning

the bar wasn t open on a sunday night

the bar was closed when we arrived back at 10pm for a night cap

the free hot drinks in the bar at any time was a very welcome and unusually generous feature for the hotel quests

lovely xx food gorgeous x breakfast and dinner 10/10 xx extremely clean x fab stay x thank you to bar manager, jamie

the staff were friendly the hotel and bar very clean and the service excellent

staff were lovely from check in to the young bar man

the bar serves a range of drinks and the food is excellent

we ate from the vegan bar menu and the food was exceptional

property was in superb order, the bar area was kept to a very high standard as was my accommodation

on departure i asked the young man at the bar if i should place the room key into the check out box

rooms, canalside location, old fashioned cosy bar with log fires, fantastic food and

didn’t have breakfast but wish we had it looked lovely, we could have had brunch in the lovely bar area

the only fault was the drinks in the bar were very expensive.

at the bar they have a selection of ales brewed on-site and guests get a discount on meals ordered at the

breakfast great bar staff great, location brilliant

no noise from the bar downstairs

very welcoming staff. upgrade to a beautiful suite. nice bar area. lovely breakfast.

central in chester,v clean and great bar downstairs

highly recommend anyone that stays also visits the bar where you will receive a warm welcome, reasonably priced drinks and events on occasion

welcoming, rooms spotless, bar staff were amazing and the atmosphere in the pub was

wasn't a fridge but it was fine as the bar gave me a big bucket of ice to put my milk

are amazing and very colourful ud83dude00 the bar was great especially with emma serving very bubbly and what a personality ud83dudc4c made very

from the front desk to the bar staff to the fella who brought us room service

bed was a little firm for me but that's just personal preference and i found the bar price

bar service was abysmal

the shower was bliss and complimentary snack and drink bar was a bonus

ate in the bar one evening and the food was excellent

hotel with a great bar area

was no wardrobe in the room there is no lift to bring cases up and down other than stairs the bar was good but the coke was

wide open space - bar staff

hotel, lucy who was at the bar was the best

nice bar area and staff very friendly

sadly the bar didn't offer campari & soda or a negroni cocktail

the bar was very good

lovely bar area

in the price quiet spacious room great swimming pool sauna and jacuzzi , nice restaurant and bar good food , secure parking, walking distance from town shops bars

thought staff was helpful and breakfast was great and the spa was so good and relaxing went in to bar and watched football until we went for a meal in chester next time i will do couple of days

had bar food and cocktails in the evening

the bar was open and friendly

the restaurant and bar area was very nice too

the ground floor reception and bar zones together with the large chill out spaces,feel just so comfortable and homely

excellent staff which made it, in particular keith behind the bar what a star! very nice gm also

work going on in front of house for a burger venture but on the advertisement we thought it had a bar / social area but obviously changed hands as the front house was also undergoing a

hotel but full of teenagers being aloud to run riot in the bar area standing and jumping over tables and a dj that was encouraging the riot

beer prices were also well below the area average and bar had a good selection of beers and bottles etc

great location. lovely lady behind the bar organising check in.

hotel and bar

on reception was quick to resolve the issue and kindly offered us complimentary drinks at the bar excellent customer service

to change out of the wet clothes, in a fully serviced warm room and have a relaxing drink in the bar followed by dinner in the hotel restaurant

comfy welcoming bar area

clean hotel, loved the bar area, breakfast excellent

bar is lovely with a great choice of drinks and wine

room was clean and well presented, bar was added bonus and great breakfast

bar prices and meal options are also good

very helpful and friendly staff, nice bar area, lovely breakfast.

to find free parking within walking distance from city centre very clean good bar with friendly staff excellent

food and outside bar area, ideal location

we decided to eat at the bar attached and the quality and price were brilliant, the staff working in the bar were so kind

location sports bar ideal for hubby

the room was clean ,bed clean & comfy.the bar food was excellent ❤️

due to lack of staff, there wasn't enough staff on to cope with volume of customers which led to bar area being left full of dirty glasses for many hours and empty plates with food on left for the

the breakfast was served in the bar and was made to order and very good

everything, only downside was the bar was been refurbished and not available, enough place's to get a beer from close by

no bar open

was a shame the bar wasn't open to relax in (refurbished going on i believe) but drinks were available when

the bar was closed, we weren't informed which was a shame otherwise couldn't fault anything

night manager very accommodating offered to keep the bar open a bit longer

very slow filling breakfast bar up

good bar and restaurant

helpful staff, bar choice and breakfast food quality was excellent

food at bar was lovely too bar the toastie

bar and food options were minimal, there was a delayed delivery for alcohol, which dampened the

great modern clean hotel. a nice bar and restaurant. spa was also nice too.

bit pricey for the bar but was expectant.

everything! staff , room , bar , overall just brilliant !

spa was amazing

staff were exceptionally accommodating! late check out was a massive bonus for us!

nice bar food

breakfast had good options healthy as well and nice apple juice, having the bar with lovely food options when we arrived later was

a bar food menu and a restaurant too, plus the food was excellent

we ate in the brasserie bar and the food was great and well priced, same with the drinks selection

the bar was very good

spent the afternoon in the bar / restaurant

paula was very welcoming and the food in the bar was delicious

bar food was fresh and homemade

nice inside space with the bar and restaurant and great outside

lovely area. clean rooms. bar was pleasant and well priced thank you

location; cleanliness: bar facilities; friendly staff

hotel itself has a small bar and serves pizzas and a continental style breakfast

keys to the room and a costa, spar, whs smith mcdonalds and a noddle bar right next door

would have like a bigger bar area to relax in the evening bit otherwise perfect

nice addition to have seating in bar and snacks in the