The Black Lion Hotel is in an excellent
location on the High Street; though you do get all the action of buses;
nightlife and hustle and bustle fed through your window as well. There’s a
private car park but the locals can walk through it to access the other areas
of the town. The staff are very friendly despite rumours of the hotel closing
at the end of the month. The bar is well furnished but there’s not much
nostalgia within. The rooms are good value but need some much-needed work which
may not come about if the brewery is planning to close the premises. There’s no
bedside lighting but there is a phone (who uses these in hotels nowadays); and
the main light switch is in the corridor near to the door. The bedside table
also gets in the way of the bathroom door. The bathroom itself is very spacious
and clean, with a bath and hot shower; though it could be a bit more powerful
and have more shelves. There’s tea and coffee available and biscuits; providing
you can find some room to plug in the kettle. The staff can be less attentive
during breakfast; you may have to make your own space if not staying as a
group. But they are very friendly and cheerful and always help when asked.
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