Beachside Hotel in Aldeburgh

The White Lion is a traditional coastal town hotel home to 38 comfortable bedrooms, some with sea views, and others with inland views of Aldeburgh. Our great location allows our guests to enjoy views of the North Sea, easy access to Aldeburgh's glorious pebble beach and surrounding areas.

The White Lion is both dog and child friendly, making it the ideal location for a family break by the sea. 

Book direct with us for our best rates, and find our seasonal hotel offers below. We look forward to welcoming you very soon.

HOTEL OFFERS

Festive opening times

The White Lion doors will close as we prepare to welcome our Christmas and New Year guests. We'd like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

   We will be closed from 2pm on Christmas Eve until 12pm on 27th December. And then again from 2pm on New Year's Eve until 12pm on New Year's Day.

Indulge in The Brasserie

Serving a selection of delicious, homely dishes across breakfast, lunch and dinner. Find our service times below.

Breakfast: 7am - 10am Monday to Friday, 8am - 10am Saturday and Sunday

Lunch: 12pm - 2pm Monday to Saturday, 12pm - 3:30pm on Sundays

Dinner: NOW OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK 6pm - 9pm Thursday to Tuesday

Afternoon Tea: 12pm – 4pm Monday to Saturday, 1.30pm – 3.30pm on Sundays.

Our restaurant is open to hotel residents and visitors for breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea, so whether you are staying, passing by or live locally, we look forward to serving you at The Brasserie very soon.

To browse our menus which includes plenty of gluten free and dairy free options, please click the button below

Coastal Hotel in Aldeburgh, Suffolk

Stay

White Lion Hotel: Coastal Hotel in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, bathroom
White Lion Hotel: Coastal Hotel in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, superior sea view bedroom
White Lion Hotel: Coastal Hotel in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, Folk drawing curtain, sea view

Here at The White Lion, we believe there's great style in the simplicity of a fantastic view, the natural beauty of the coastline, and warmth in the genuine service from our Hotel Folk. We look forward to welcoming you to the Suffolk Coast.

Eat with us

Eat and drink

Autumn menu dishes
 White Lion Hotel: Aldeburgh, Suffolk, afternoon tea
Cocktails on the bar at The White Lion

The Brasserie is open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea daily, to browse menus, make a booking, or see service times, please click the button below.

The bar is open daily from 12pm, why not join us for Happy Hour with special offers on selected drinks, 5pm - 6pm daily.

Dinner in Sea Spice

Indulge in authentic Indian cuisine on the Suffolk coast

selection of curry dishes with naan and dips
Sea Spice, Aldeburgh, Indian restaurant, curry selection
Sea Spice, Aldeburgh, Indian restaurant, takeaway

Located just next door, Sea Spice is our vibrant Indian restaurant offering a varied and delicious menu filled with authentic curry dishes. 

Take in the stunning views of Aldeburgh’s pebble beach

White Lion Hotel: Coastal Hotel in Aldeburgh, Suffolk, exterior
Aldeburgh beach with old fishing boats in the foreground
sunset on Aldeburgh beach

The relaxed setting of this much loved Suffolk hotel offers peace and relaxation in stylish and cosseting surroundings, ideal for a short break in Suffolk