[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel with free parking, near Stirling Castle ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/a1439409.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/690750c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/9066a1b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/5d3a98e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/44e7df7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located close to Stirling Castle, The Golden Lion Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. 6.0 ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Bar - Pet-friendly - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 4 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=116579612&PinnedHotelID=116579612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/a0f93d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room ### Highlights TV Heating Shower/tub combination Hair dryer Private bathroom Desk Daily housekeeping - 86 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/9066a1b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Triple Room ### Highlights TV Shower/tub combination Hair dryer Private bathroom Desk Daily housekeeping - 108 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116580000/116579700/116579612/5ee361f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room Single Use ### Highlights TV Shower/tub combination Hair dryer Private bathroom Desk Daily housekeeping - 75 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FStirling-Hotels-The-Golden-Lion-Hotel.h116579612.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FStirling-Hotels-The-Golden-Lion-Hotel.h116579612.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Stirling, The Golden Lion Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. Stirling Castle and Old Town Jail are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park and Plean Country Park. Briarlands Farm and Blair Drummond Safari Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Stirling travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Stirling.dx5606) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.11797%2C-3.93731&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nvnGzuj0Jav8Tvf3CKFmxjSnD8M=) 8-10 King St, Stirling, Scotland, FK8 1BD ### What's nearby - Old Town Jail - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Tolbooth - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Stirling Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - University of Stirling - 5 min drive - 3.2 km - National Wallace Monument - 5 min drive - 3.2 km ### Getting around - Stirling (XWB-Stirling Train Station) - 4 min walk - Edinburgh Airport (EDI) - 44 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪German Doner Kebab - ‬2 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Crossed Peels (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk - ‪City Walls - ‬3 min walk - ‪Caffè Nero - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel near Stirling Castle Consider a stay at The Golden Lion Hotel and take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk - An elevator More amenities include: - Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers - TVs with satellite channels - Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks ## Similar properties ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27930000/27925300/27925210/010e956f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Allan Park Stirling - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.4 Exceptional 395 reviews CA $148 CA $178 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=27925210&PinnedHotelID=27925210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/860100/860023/4eefd9e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golden Lion Hotel Stirling - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Parking available 7.4 Good 328 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=860023&PinnedHotelID=860023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free secured self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 12.95 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 20 accessible parking spaces - Elevator (59 inch wide door) - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible business center - Wheelchair-accessible lounge - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (43 inches high) - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with satellite channels ### More - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12.95 per person - Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees 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, and cash Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed ### Property is also known as The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel The Golden Lion Hotel Stirling The Golden Lion Hotel Hotel Stirling ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Golden Lion Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at The Golden Lion Hotel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Golden Lion Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Golden Lion Hotel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Golden Lion Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Stirling, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Tolbooth and Stirling Castle. Old Town Jail and Mar's Walk are also within 10 minutes. Stirling (XWB-Stirling Train Station) is only a 4-minute walk and Stirling Station is 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Golden Lion Hotel Reviews 6.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.0 Cleanliness ### 5.0 Staff & service 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sarah Aug 12, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Sarah Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gareth Aug 11, 2025 ##### Gareth Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025