The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant

3.5 star property
Inn in Wimborne with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Premier Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Premier Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Luxury Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Minster Arms sits in the heart of town, welcoming visitors with continental breakfast and a cozy coffee shop. Guests can relax in the garden, connect to WiFi, or savor British cuisine at the restaurant and bar. The staff earns consistent praise for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 14 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Wimborne is home to The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant. Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach. Bournemouth Pier and Wimborne Model Town are also worth visiting.
Map
23 West Street, Wimborne, England, BH21 1JS

What's nearby

  • Wimborne Minster - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kingston Lacy House - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Splashdown Waterpark - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Poole Quay - 14 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Poole Harbour - 14 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • Branksome Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piazzo Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Man in the Wall - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Long Johns Fish And Chips - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coach And Horses - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cricketers Arms - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant

Property highlights
Consider a stay at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the on-site British cuisine restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a bar.
Other perks at this inn include:
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Minster Arms Inn Wimborne
Minster Arms Inn
Minster Arms Wimborne
Minster Arms
The Minster Arms
The Lion Pub & Restaurant Inn
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Inn
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Wimborne
The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant Inn Wimborne

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

As of Sep 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant on Sep 11, 2025 start from $101.63, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Lion Hotel - Pub & Restaurant located?

Situated in Wimborne, this inn is within a 5-minute walk of Wimborne Model Town, Wimborne Minster, and Tivoli Theatre. Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs and Kingston Lacy House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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