Golden Lion Hotel
About the hotel
Historic Charm and Royal Connections
The Golden Lion Hotel, with over 200 years of history and a royal guest list, offers a unique stay in Stirling city center.
Modern Comforts and Amenities
Enjoy modern rooms with flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and stylish bathrooms with all the essentials for a comfortable stay.
Culinary Delights and Convenient Location
Indulge in Scottish delicacies at the hotel's restaurant, explore nearby attractions like Stirling Castle, and savor a range of malt whiskies at Cronies Bar.
Experience a blend of history and luxury at the Golden Lion Hotel - book now for an unforgettable stay in Stirling!
Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
- Cycling
- Bar
- Fax/photocopying
- Golf course
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private parking
- Designated smoking area
- Accessible parking
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Wheelchair accessible
- Allergy-free room
- Kid meals
- Snack bar
- Toilet with grab rails
- Outdoor furniture
- Wine/champagne
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Check-in and check-out
- Check-out
- until 11:00
Guest reviews
Good
Liked: Location
Disliked: Value for money Old, outdated
Good birthday trip
Liked: The live music
Disliked: the creaking bed
Disappointed a once great hotel has been ruined by new Ownership
Liked: Our room was clean.
Disliked: When we checked in the receptionist was not very helpful.No breakfast time given, no information about the hotel offered no Wifi info provided. When we got to our room iboth windows were wide open (29th Oct) and it was freezing.Radiator in rhe room did not work so had to use the freestanding one. There was no internet connection in the room, which is a pretty basic facilty that should be provided in 2026. The Receptionist said Wifi could only be used in certain areas of tge hotel. Not ideal if you are on a business trip. The bed in the room was hard and uncomfortable and we did not sleep very well. The shower did not work properly and there was no slip mat and very dangerous and therefore Iwe could not take a shower. Despite the room being clean the room was pretty souless. We decided to have a drink in the bar which used to be great but now looks run down firty and has multiple ripped seats. We have been coming to this hotel for the past 12 years and never experienced anything like this.I was informed by some of the disgruntled staff that things have changed since the new owners took over......and quite clearly not for the better. lSad to say but after staying here for the past 12 years we will not be back.
Very pleasant. The Golden Lion was a beautiful grand old building
Liked: The room was spacious with a sofa and coffee table to relax. breakfast was optional and could be ordered on the day choosing a variety of options, full english, continental etc. The location was perfect as it was in the city centre and a short walk to the train, bus station and local attractions.
Disliked: The view we had from our room was not great but that was the nature of the building.
Liked: Nice big room and warm welcome
Disliked: Rooms need updating
Don’t be catfished by the nice lobby, hotel itself is a crime scene dump
Liked: Tub was great!
Disliked: The moment you step out of the lobby, you are catfished with an ENTIRELY run down dump. Stains everywhere. Mish mash paint jobs. Peeling paint. Chairs had massive stains. We didn’t take our socks off in the room for a second. The floor/carpet was like a crime scene.
Good to know
Please note that parking is limited.
The hotel holds private events most weekends until 01:00.
WiFi only available in public areas - NOT bedrooms.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Golden Lion Hotel compared with other hotels in Stirling
Based on guest scores and reviews for 104 places to stay in Stirling. Distances as the crow flies.
- by guest reviews in Stirling
- 3rd of 104
- its score; the average in Stirling is 9.0
- 7.6
- guest reviews
- 7,884
- from the centre of Stirling
- 200 m
What’s near Golden Lion Hotel
Distances from the hotel as the crow flies.
- Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 40 km
Frequently asked questions about Golden Lion Hotel
What are the check-in and check-out times at Golden Lion Hotel?
Check-out is until 11:00.
Does Golden Lion Hotel have parking?
According to the hotel: parking, free parking, private parking, accessible parking. Ask the hotel whether you need to book it and whether there is a charge.
How far is Golden Lion Hotel from the centre of Stirling?
About 200 m from the centre of Stirling, as the crow flies.
