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The White Lion Inn

3.0 star property

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall with floral wallpaper.
Food and drink
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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38 Main Street, Whissendine, Oakham, England, LE15 7ET
  • Place, Stapleford Park Golf Course
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Oakham Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Rutland Water Nature Reserve
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Suite, Ensuite

Standard Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall with floral wallpaper.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The White Lion Inn

A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a business center are available at this smoke-free inn. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include wedding services and a garden.
The White Lion Inn offers 8 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at The White Lion Inn, you'll be close to Stapleford Park Golf Course. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Services include wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 7 minutes by car from Stapleford Park Golf Course and 9 minutes from Rutland County Museum
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Oakham inn is smoke free.

The White Lion Inn has a restaurant on site.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

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  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in ends at on 5 PM on Mondays.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

White Lion Inn Oakham
White Lion Oakham
The White Lion Inn Inn
The White Lion Inn Oakham
The White Lion Inn Inn Oakham

The White Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 420 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 420 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 420 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 420 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 420 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was excellent Room was clean and comfortable All staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything about The White Lion is perfect, the cosy feel, the food, the staff, the rooms and even the customers that attend just makes it a perfect place to visit and stay. Would recommend to the highest level
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is easy and convenient. The location is by the river in the delightful village of Whissendine. All members of staff were welcoming and efficient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very inviting, comfy and clean. Adam and his team are just amazing so attentive and friendly, food was amazing I will definitely be staying again when in the area and will be recommending this hotel to everyone. Thanks for an amazing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay with very welcoming staff. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good food, comfortable room, great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room immaculate and quiet although a pub location. Staff friendly and helpful. Parking very busy in the evening but managed to squeeze in. Left too early for breakfast but was provided with sandwich, drink, crisps, fruit and biscuits. Would definitely stay again if visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Greatest breakfast in England
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, clean, friendly service, easy parking. Full breakfast menu.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous stay!

A fab one night stay! Great food, lovely spacious room and gorgeous location next to the river. Staff were all friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely pub . Friendly staff and great food.

Would definitely recommend if in the area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very enjoyable stay, very welcoming hosts and staff nothing too much trouble. Have booked to go back next year
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely night away

Friendly family run pub. Lovely food and real ales.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautifully presented village inn., with very friendly and helpful hosts and staff. Excellent food and ambiance. Highly recommend a stay here,lots of interesting places to visit in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a really comfortable overnight stay. The staff and amenities were excellent. Nice, quiet location. Would stay here again if we were ever in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good food, clean and tidy room , very friendly staff and owners. Worth a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheeky weekend away

Very exceptional stay, pub and staff are second to none, definitely worth a stay, we will be definitely returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was amazing, all the staff were excellent and very friendly. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm and friendly

A pleasant stay with a warm comfortable room. Friendly staff and a very good restaurant. We look forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little village . Locals staff all very friendly. Food was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming, friendly staff. Beautiful attractive pub, with great amenities. Excellent food. Easy to park. Great ales! Lovely owners. Would definitely stay there again if we're in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back for more

Great stay again. Welcoming stay with great food at breakfast and for evening
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris the owner always makes you feel welcome. Dining in the pub is always a tasty experience, as is the selection of ales on the bar. Rooms are tasteful in good shape, and comfortable. Parking is easy, great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025