We arrived at the Lion Inn to stay for 1 evening and eat in the restaurant to celebrate our parents anniversary. When we arrived, we were very impressed at how nice the venue is and the decor is very homely. You can see the chefs in the kitchen, and the venue is laid out very well. After checking in, we... More

This was our first visit and it certainly won't be our last - the first thing you notice (apart from the stylish decor and atmosphere) is the level service from the staff - they are excellent! The menu choice is not enormous but there is enough variety. However the star of the show is definitely the quality of the food... More

I have visited this restaurant 3 times now so thought I about time to review! The food is fantastic, my favourite is the pork belly. the choice is endless along with the daily specials but at the same time everything is of a very high standard. You can't make reservations but each time we have been we have either sat... More

Very enjoyable lunch here, excellent for large groups, food tasted and presented well, good wine list, good value for money. recommended.

Based on reviews we went for a meal - had a very pleasant evening with very good food, quick service and a reasonable price - circa £20 for three courses and drinks.

Stayed at this hotel for 1 night. Hotel room was 1st class, clean and comfortable - fantastic shower. Ate evening meal and breakfast in the restaurant - definitely recommend.

Chelmsford doesn't exactly have much to offer in terms of hotels, there is the tired County and a cookie-cutter Premier Inn, so it was nice to see that the Lion has gone many extra miles with their accommodation, and not just beaten the drab competition. The room we had was fairly small but typically you're only going to be staying... More

Room was very comfortable and quiet considering it was close the the main road. Restaurant was great (Steak was excellent) - well worth a visit on its own merit. The breakfast was individually cooked and more than adequate.

The Lion Inn is positioned just off of the A12 Chelmsford bye-pass and so is well placed for the business traveller visiting the local area or indeed heading further up into East Anglia. Rooms are of excellent quality with a breakfast to match in the morning. We stayed for the second time last weekend (for a wedding) and had a... More