Golden Lion Hotel - Stirling
56.118106, -3.937955Overview
3-star historic coaching inn with 200+ years of hospitality and free parking in Stirling city centre
Historic Character & Royal Connections
The Golden Lion Hotel Stirling has welcomed guests including royalty for more than 200 years. A plaque commemorates the Scottish poet Robert Burns writing a poem on a hotel window frame. This family-owned hotel blends 18th-century charm with original décor throughout the public areas.
Dining & Local Produce
Cronies Restaurant serves a creative menu featuring Scottish beef and lamb alongside locally caught seafood. The Cronies Bar offers light bar meals and a selection of malt whiskies. Afternoon teas are served daily, and a complimentary full breakfast is included for all guests.
Rooms & Guest Comforts
Rooms at the Golden Lion in Stirling include flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and tea and coffee making facilities. Each en-suite bathroom has a hairdryer, bath and shower. The hotel provides lift access to all floors and free secure parking.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Golden Lion Hotel is located in Stirling city centre, with shops, bars and cafes on the doorstep. Stirling Castle is 1 km away, and the William Wallace Monument is less than a 10-minute drive. Stirling's main bus and rail stations are within a 5-minute walk.
Business & Event Facilities
The hotel offers six well-appointed function rooms for events, with capacity up to 400 guests. A dedicated events team provides personalized service for conferences and special occasions. Business travellers benefit from 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and meeting/banquet facilities.
- Location: 1 km from Stirling Castle, 10-min drive to Wallace Monument
- Dining: Scottish beef, lamb, locally caught seafood at Cronies Restaurant
- Rooms: 21-inch flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee makers, ironing facilities
- History: 200+ years of hospitality, Robert Burns poem on window frame
- Parking: Free exclusive secure parking at the hotel
- Family: Family rooms, kids' meals, live entertainment in bar
Rooms and availability
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Leisure/ TV room
Cycling
Golf course
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Golf course
Services
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Golden Lion Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 37 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 48.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Edinburgh, EDI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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