The White Lion Inn offers a warm atmosphere with breakfast and dinner at the restaurant, along with a cozy bar. Stay connected in public areas with WiFi or unwind knowing you have free self parking available.
Center Parcs Longleat Forest - 20 min drive - 23.4 km
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 24 min drive - 27.1 km
Getting around
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 72 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 78 min drive
Gillingham Dorset Station - 11 min drive
Bruton Station - 14 min drive
Templecombe Station - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Gillingham Railway Station - 9 min drive
Gillingham Tandoori - 8 min drive
The George Inn - 5 min drive
The Walnut Tree Inn - 6 min drive
Bell & Crown - 8 min walk
About this property
The White Lion Inn
The White Lion Inn is a great choice for a stay in Gillingham. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Languages
English
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
3 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
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Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Cycling nearby
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Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The White Lion Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The White Lion Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The White Lion Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at The White Lion Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.
Are there restaurants at or near The White Lion Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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The White Lion Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Food
Service staff
Breakfast
Pub
Ambience
Gardens
Location
Bar
Bed
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and perfect by multiple guests. (23 reviews)
The restaurant served excellent food with great quality breakfast and evening meals in a lovely atmosphere. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 21, 2025
Lovely stay, beautiful clean room with a
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 21, 2025
a wonderful beer garden
Roger
Roger, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 4, 2025
They have a beautiful garden to enjoy with a drink. The food is so delicious.
Max
Max, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 10, 2025
Dinner was amazing. The service was awesome. Loved all the quirky things to look at throughout both the pub area and our bedroom. Wish we could stay longer to explore these more. Nice little touches like pot pouri in the bathroom. Comfortable bed for a good night sleep.
Kristein
Kristein, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 16, 2025
Friendly and helpful service, great location and amazing breakfasts
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 4, 2025
Owner and staff were incredibly accommodating!
When we walked in, the bartender checked us in seamlessly, walked us to our room, helped us with our bags, and by the time we meandered back down to the bar, drinks were waiting for us.
We opted for breakfast the next day and had the most delicious full English.
The outdoor space is also incredibly comfortable and inviting.
Would 100% both recommend this gem AND stay here again in a heartbeat.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 22, 2025
Wonderful country pub; ideal for visiting Stourhead.
JOSEPH
JOSEPH, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 24, 2025
Handsome old pub, lovely welcome feel.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 6, 2025
A very pleasant stay. This is truly a country pub with a lovely atmosphere. A wholesome breakfast was supplied by Will.
We ate in the Restaraunt on the first night which was superb. Would recommend 😀
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 10, 2025
Property is a pub with a limited number of rooms. Pubs can be noisy at times…. But quiet at night. Good restaurant….but very crowded on the Friday night we were there….service was slow. Great pub atmosphere
Rooms older, but comfortable, pictures accurate ly describe the property. Staff friendly and helpful
Michael W
Michael W, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 11, 2025
Lovely pub and rooms
Despite arriving late in the evening, I was made to feel welcome. The room was freshly redecorated, clean and comfortable and the breakfast was lovely too. Staff all very friendly. I was told by the taxi driver how amazing the food is, but didn't get a chance to stay for dinner, maybe next time!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 30, 2024
We have stayed at The White Lion a few times now and have always found it homely and comfortable with friendly outgoing staff.
Patti
Patti, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 19, 2023
Great place to visit.
Great stay, food was top notch
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 28, 2024
Great stay
Great stay as a pitstop on the way back from Cornwall. Lovely cosy pub and really good food
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jan 3, 2025
A popular local pub that was lively when we arrived for check in; noise from the bar can be heard in the room but we were out during the afternoon and enjoyed the evening in the restaurant and bar until closing so it did not disturb us. Evening meal and breakfast excellent, staff and pub cat very friendly! Ideal location for visiting Stourhead.
Marion
Marion, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Dec 22, 2024
Excellent meal but room was looking very tired and the toilet needed cleaning!
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jan 26, 2025
Highly recommend
The area is absolutely charming, surrounded by picturesque views and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff here are exceptionally friendly and go above and beyond to make guests feel at home. I was particularly impressed by my room; it was not only cozy but also thoughtfully decorated, creating a warm and inviting ambiance that made my stay truly enjoyable. Each detail, from the plush bedding to the soft lighting, contributed to a sense of comfort that made it feel like a true home away from home.
Aleksandra
Aleksandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2024
Great service and delicious breakfast!
Check in was easy, our room was quaint and cosy. We loved the beams and authentic inn-feel! Breakfast was delicious and we ate there the first night which was very tasty. Service was superb, we felt very well looked after. Would highly recommend if looking to stay in the area.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 12, 2024
Had a brief but lovely stay as a solo female, was safe and quiet. Excellent breakfast and cosy room. Thank you!
Lydia
Lydia, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Nov 18, 2024
Nice place but didn’t turn up to do breakfast and had to get room ready when got there
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 31, 2022
Wonderful service,great food and very friendly
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 31, 2023
This property was one of the most quaint places I have ever stayed?!!
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Nov 12, 2024
Thanks for the extended check-in service for me
Marco
Marco, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Dec 28, 2022
Lovely stay, lots of attention to detail and a delicious breakfast. Very enjoyable experience.