The Old Black Lion

The Famous Old Black Lion is privately owned and personally managed by the resident proprietor Dolan Leighton who very much looks forward to welcoming you as her guest.

This colourful 17th Century Inn, parts of which date back to the 1300's, is situated close to what was known as the Lion Gate, one of the original entrances to the old walled town of Hay-on-Wye.

The Famous Old Black Lion, located very close to the centre of Hay on Wye exudes historical charm and atmosphere and it is reputed that Oliver Cromwell stayed at the Inn whilst the Roundheads besieged Hay Castle, which was then a loyalist stronghold.

The Old Black Lion offers a choice of 10 quality en-suite bedrooms (as well as an additional 2 en-suite rooms in the Old Black Lion Cottage), all of which are non-smoking, and have recently been sympathetically and tastefully refurbished to a very high standard providing all modern amenities including our famous teddy bears. We are pleased to announce that the Coach House and The Old Black Lion Cottage have recently been refurbished and we are delighted with the end result - we hope you will be too.

All bedrooms have direct dial Telephones, Wifi internet access, Hairdryers, colour Televisions, Tea & Coffee making facilities. We are particularly proud of the sumptuously decorated Cromwell Suite with its own galleried seating area. Staying in the Cromwell Suite is a particularly opulent and luxurious experience where you can relax and enjoy your time in Hay-on-Wye.

The Old Black Lion is renowned for the quality of its food and has received recognition and accolade over a number of years from various organisations. We are extremely proud that all of our dishes are freshly prepared in our own kitchens. We use the best of local ingredients whenever possible and are well known for our fresh fish specials. Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.

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