Hotel The Lion and Pheasant (Shrewsbury, United Kingdom)

This hotel won praise from reviewers for the way it was conveniently situated in the charming town centre. It put visitors within easy walking distance of dining options, interesting shops, riverside parks and historic buildings. It was also close to the River Severn for pleasant waterside strolls.

Guests spoke highly of the customer service, often saying staff were pleasant, helpful and professional. Diners were overwhelmingly positive about the delicious restaurant food and often described the freshly-cooked breakfast as excellent. The well-stocked bar reportedly served a mean cocktail and had a stylish feel.

Not only did many reviewers say this sympathetically-modernized hotel enjoy interiors which maintained the spirit of the historic premises; but it also boasted individually-styled rooms that were clean, comfortable and characterful with tasteful decor blending old and new. There was praise for the oak or wrought-iron beds with white linens, which were a luxurious touch for many visitors.

Some critics claimed that some of the bathrooms might benefit from further modernization. Others found certain bedrooms fairly small. The lack of a lift was a disadvantage for those with limited mobility or lots of luggage as there were stairs and corridors to negotiate.

Light sleepers noted that certain rooms were exposed to occasional traffic noise or noise from the patio and kitchens. Some critics also claimed they felt uncomfortably warm sometimes, wishing there had been individual heating controls.

There was limited free on-site parking but it was reportedly tricky to negotiate for some nervous drivers. During peak periods when all the spaces were filled, some motorists were at the mercy of public parking nearby and charges often applied.