Excellent food, with a real attention to service. We stayed while they were also catering for a wedding but at no stage were we neglected. At every turn the staff were attentive, cheerful, and helpfull. The room, Yquem, was more bordello than 17th century coaching inn, but all the more memorable for it. A recommendation if you are looing for... more

the black lion inn was everything we wished it would be. it pays to look around for a good deal on the net..i found a fab rate on aa website. the food was delicious and although a little faded in parts if you like charm and cosiness,this really wont dissapoint you. the sancerre suite was clean and nice,and the staff... more

We arrived by bicycle - rather tired - and were immediately made welcome with a cup of tea and a safe place to store bikes. We stayed in the Yquem room which was absolutely beautiful (but a bit hot - must be all that excercise). Towels a bit nylony - but really could not fault anything else. We had booked... more

The room was nice, and £165. It didn't have a mini bar and the TV was only tuned to about 2 and a half channels. Dinner was £100 for 2 courses and wine. We wanted to sit in the restaurant but were forced by staff to sit in the pub dining area as the restaurant was empty. We were rushed... more

We stayed for one night in August 2007. We have stayed at the hotel before, under previous management, and know Long Melford well - we only live 10 miles away. We stayed in the Yquem room - which is lovely and has a four-poster bed. Although the hotel setting is almost perfect for an English country inn, we were a... more

Night on business and seemed a lovely hotel apart from it being incredibly hot in the bedrooms and the restaurant so much so I found it very difficult to sleep. The room was lovely I was in the Chablis and it had a lovely feel to it. It is above the lounge bar so do expect some noise from downstairs... more

We have just spent christmas at The Black Lion and I have to say it has been the best ever! From the moment we checked in with all our luggage (and our dog max in tow) the service and ambience was perfect. We were shown up to our room (not before we had been offered refereshments and help with our... more

Great hotel, great food and great service. If you want a weekend of doing nothing and getting spoilt in a homely and relaxed environment, then this is for you! Makes a nice change from the Marriott / Hilton style weekends and you'll enjoy going somewhere a bit different. Book the Sancerre suite for a huge bed and a separate living... more

We decided to book a break at the black lion because of an article in the Sunday Mail and are we delighted we did! From the moment of arrival, the setting is so pretty being sandwiched between 2 beautiful tudor stately homes we were sold. On arrival we were welcomed and decided to try the chefs special cream tea, well... more