[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon Hotel in Rochester ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101960000/101954700/101954686/2c54ff7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101960000/101954700/101954686/a13c50fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101960000/101954700/101954686/da397bc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101960000/101954700/101954686/b95a3477.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101960000/101954700/101954686/eecfd723.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon provides everything you need. ## Popular amenities ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 19 - Oct. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 20 - Oct. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=101954686&PinnedHotelID=101954686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### Twin Room ### Highlights Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### Feature Double ### Highlights Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Double Room ### Highlights Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### Family Double Room ### Highlights Private bathroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Rochester travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rochester.dx5117) ![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%7C51.38657%2C0.50690&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9trhYwAh1EHPwaTjJnYcAEutyyU=) 147 High Street, Rochester, England, ME1 1EL ### What's nearby - The Vines Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Rochester Castle - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Rochester Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km - Historic Dockyard Chatham - 4 min drive - 2.6 km - Diggerland - 5 min drive - 3.3 km ### Getting around - Rochester Station - 5 min walk - London (SEN-Southend) - 74 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Coopers Arms - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Golden Lion - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Man of Kent - ‬5 min walk - ‪Three Sheets To The Wind - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Eagle Tavern - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon Property highlights Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon provides everything you need. ## Similar properties ![Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20420000/20418300/20418251/09c462b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Charles Hotel Chatham - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Business services 7.2 Good 195 reviews CA $79 CA $95 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=20418251&PinnedHotelID=20418251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28950000/28946300/28946285/e1ce2c4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Six Bells Rochester - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.0 Wonderful 22 reviews CA $206 CA $314 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=28946285&PinnedHotelID=28946285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18090000/18086900/18086868/3c019176.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Horseshoe and Castle Rochester - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 9.4 Exceptional 65 reviews CA $235 CA $282 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=18086868&PinnedHotelID=18086868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Queen Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11900000/11899300/11899235/e191974a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### St George Hotel Rochester - Chatham Chatham - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 7.0 Good 626 reviews CA $84 CA $101 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=11899235&PinnedHotelID=11899235&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27530000/27523800/27523755/4daea26b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Kings Head Hotel Rochester - Free WiFi - Housekeeping - Living/dining area 6.8 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=27523755&PinnedHotelID=27523755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Accessibility - No elevator ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Private bathroom ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon Hotel Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon Rochester Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon Hotel Rochester ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### Where is Golden Lion By JD Wetherspoon located? > Situated in Rochester, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of The Vines Park and Medway Little Theatre. Rochester Cathedral and Rochester Castle are also within 10 minutes. Rochester Station is only a 5-minute walk and Strood Station is 17 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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