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The Lion at Settle

Duke Street, Settle, Yorkshire Dales National Park BD24 9DU , England (Formerly The Golden Lion Hotel)
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Ranked #2 of 4 hotels in Settle
4.0 of 5 stars 72 Reviews
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northampton
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“First time since refit”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Used to like it as it was (The Golden Lion) and stayed probably on about 10 different occasions, although the rooms clearly required some updating. The cost of the rooms is now considerably higher then it was. In fact i wouldn't pay the rack rate now but at £65 including breakfast for 1 in a double room it wasn't bad... More

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manchester
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Nice bar but the food was not so nice”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

We met with some friends here and went to the lion for Lunch.On arrival it looked very impressive and teh menu looked very tatsy. that was the good part. We ordered and to be fair we waited about 15 mins before the food came out. On arrival it looked very nice. My wifre had ordered the beefburger and when she... More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
14 May 2012

The Lion as a local Inn has gained the reputation of offering a good quality, value for money, lunch and dinner menu popular with both tourists and local diners. I am disappointed the you clearly came to us on one of our few off days as you have probably seen from our other reviews this is not our usual standard.... More

Moreton-in-Marsh
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“A roaring success”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012
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A very friendly hotel with excellent food. Note however that there is no on site car park and that the nearest public park is across the road but pedestrian access is through doors in a little shopping alley which may be closed out of business hours. Not a big problem but a bit of a nuisance. More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
14 May 2012

I am delighted that you enjoyed your recent stay at the lion, thank you for taking the time to leave a review I look forward to welcoming you back to the lion in the near future. Kind Regards Ian Pilcher - Manager and the team at The Lion More

Standish
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Not a lot for the money”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Ok, I realise this hotel gets some pretty good reviews and, for the price you would expect it to (about £110 per night B&B). We however found 'The Lion' to be no more than average and certainly not good value for money. The main road location, in the heart of Settle is good (there is a car park very near... More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
14 May 2012

Firstly thank you for taking the time to leave a review, I am disappointed that did not enjoy some aspects of your stay i.e. the bath hook for the back of your bathroom door and the heating not working in your room. If only we had known at the time there was a problem with your heating I am sure... More

essex
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“A Great place to stay in the heart of the Dales”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

We really enjoyed our stay at the Lion in Settle. Its really well located for great walks throughout the Dales. The bar and restaurant area are a great mix of traditional and contemporary. We loved the open fire in the bar area. The rooms are a decent size and simply but tastefully decorated. The rooms had clearly been recently renovated... More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review delighted you enjoyed all aspects of your stay and will of course follow up your suggestion regarding the quality of towels in your room. I hope to welcome you back to the Lion in the not too distant future. Kind regards Ian Pilcher and the team at The Lion. More

Bristol
1 review
“Enjoyable stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

Helpful friendly staff. Nice spotlessly clean rooms. Good breakfast. Excellent value. More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
20 April 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review of your stay with us. I am very glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and I look forward to welcoming you back to the Lion in the near future. Kind Regards, Ian Pilcher and the team at The Lion. More

Brisbane
Senior Contributor
39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Very good food”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

Stopped by at 6 one evening without a reservation. Restaurant booked out but could have our meal in the bar area. Very good menu. Meals were excellent although serving sizes were a bit on the small side for a pub. Service was very good. More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
20 April 2012

I am delighted you enjoyed your recent meal in the Lion and that we were able to accommodate you. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and hopefully next time you are in the area you will pay us another visit. Kind Regards Ian Pilcher and the team at The Lion. More

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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“Just a pub really”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012
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Here's an idea- If you are going to sell yourself as a high-end country restaurant with rooms, how about employing some suitable staff to start with. Not sullen teenagers, who hang around the bar with their mates when off duty. One (staff or mate- it wasn't clear) was quite drunk at lunch time and swearing so loudly that an elderly... More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
20 April 2012

The Lion as a local Inn has gained the reputation of offering a good quality, value for money, lunch and dinner menu popular with both tourists and local diners. Bad language, and unsavory behaviour is not tolerated at The Lion and we are really sorry that this instance occurred causing embarrassment to guests. That particular customer you refer to has... More

Oakham
1 review
“Lovely atmosphere and food.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

We enjoyed our stay at the Lion - the staff was extremely friendly, accommodating and efficient, the food, delicious, the nice little touches (such as the hand-made Yorkshire mugs in the room) as well as the lovely atmosphere, created by the open fire and the bustle of visitors in the bar, made for a real treat. The beds were very... More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
20 April 2012

Firstly thank you for leaving a review I am delighted that you enjoyed most aspects of your stay, however disappointed to read that you did not get a good nights sleep. If you would like to contact me directly I would like to discuss these issues in greater details with you so that we may remedy them. If you our... More

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“What a welcome relief to find The Lion at Settle!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

Having spent a night at a most unsatisfactory Inn in nearby Giggleswick (see separate review!) we went for dinner at The Lion and, liking it's atmosphere, appearance and food, asked if they had a family room available. They did, we moved, and how happy we were to have done so: a large, clean, comfortable room with all creature comforts and... More

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Inns of Character, Ian Pilcher - Manager at The Lion at Settle, responded to this review
10 April 2012

I am delighted that after stumbling across us you had a great stay and that you found everything to your liking, I hope you enjoy the rest of your holiday and I look forward to welcoming you all back in the near future. Once again thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Kind Regards Ian Pilcher -... More

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Duke Street, Settle, Yorkshire Dales National Park BD24 9DU , England (Formerly The Golden Lion Hotel)
Price range (per night):* 130 AUD - 190 AUD

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