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The Black Lion, Long Melford

4.0 star property
4-star inn near Melford Hall

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Comfort Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Comfort Double Room | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, spring water tub, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

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The Green, Long Melford, Sudbury, England, CO10 9DN
  • Popular LocationMelford Hall4 min walk
  • Popular LocationLong Melford Heritage Centre9 min walk
  • Popular LocationKentwell Hall5 min drive
  • AirportLondon (STN-Stansted)64 min drive

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite

10/10 Exceptional
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

8.6/10 Very Good
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Long Melford

Sudbury retreat .Stay at this Sudbury inn and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Melford Hall and 2 miles (3 km) of Kentwell Hall. Gainsborough's House and Giffords Hall Vineyard are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Melford Hall - 4 min walk
  • Long Melford Heritage Centre - 9 min walk
  • Kentwell Hall - 5 min drive
  • Little Hall Lavenham - 8 min drive
  • Hedingham Castle - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Sudbury Station - 8 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Grover & Allen - 7 min drive
  • The Bay Horse - 6 min drive
  • The White Horse - 7 min drive
  • India Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Cock & Bell - 12 min walk

About this property

The Black Lion, Long Melford

4-star inn near Melford Hall
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Black Lion, Long Melford also features a terrace and a garden. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Sudbury inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Black Lion, Long Melford offers 10 accommodations with espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and spring water baths. This Sudbury inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available for a fee: GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Spring water bathtub
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Black Lion Hotel Sudbury
Black Lion Sudbury
The Black Lion, Long Melford Inn
The Black Lion, Long Melford Sudbury
The Black Lion, Long Melford Inn Sudbury

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Black Lion, Long Melford to the airport?

The Black Lion, Long Melford is 30.4 mi (64-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Lion, Long Melford?

As of May 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Lion, Long Melford on May 27, 2024 start from $153.06, 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.

Does The Black Lion, Long Melford have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Black Lion, Long Melford.

Does The Black Lion, Long Melford offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Black Lion, Long Melford, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 5 for children.

Is there a casino at The Black Lion, Long Melford?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Black Lion, Long Melford?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Black Lion, Long Melford?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Black Lion, Long Melford have a pool?

The Black Lion, Long Melford does not have a pool.

Does The Black Lion, Long Melford have a restaurant?

The Black Lion, Long Melford is home to THE ORANGERY, which features local cuisine.

Does The Black Lion, Long Melford have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Black Lion, Long Melford to downtown Sudbury?

The Black Lion, Long Melford is 0.8 mi away from Long Melford.

The Black Lion, Long Melford Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

I night stay
Room was fine not the best but not the worst Squeaky bed, light fitting on centre of room needs attention The bathroom was lovely with all the soaps ect I big issue I got overcharged on my drinks 2 white coffee and 2 sambuca £34 I was lucky it come up on my I phone the staff did agree a refund ended up £17.80 the sambuca was the smallest I’ve ever seen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, good food (if a bit pricey) welcoming staff, nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy my stay, the staff are fab'
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location..handy for visiting along Melford Hall and Kentwell.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

penelope

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely green setting in a beautiful village
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023