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The Black Lion, Long Melford

Sudbury · United Kingdom

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9.0/10Excellent98 Reviews
Cleanliness9.0/109.0
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.6/108.6
Location8.8/108.8
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About The Black Lion, Long Melford

With a stay at The Black Lion, Long Melford in Sudbury, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Holy Trinity Church and Melford Hall. This 4-star inn is 15. 6 mi (25. 1 km) from Ickworth House and 0. 5 mi (0. 8 km) from Long Melford Heritage Centre.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. Free self parking is available onsite. At The Black Lion, Long Melford, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

English breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee. Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected.

Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature spring water baths and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Located in Sudbury, The Black Lion, Long Melford is a 4-minute walk from Melford Hall and a 5-minute drive from Kentwell Hall. This inn is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Gainsborough's House and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Giffords Hall Vineyard.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature spring water baths and hair dryers.

Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 6:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators No front desk Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 18.50 for adults and GBP 5 for children
    • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per day
    • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Holy Trinity Church 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Melford Hall 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Long Melford Heritage Centre 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kentwell Hall 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Sudbury Water Meadows 5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Sudbury Heritage Centre and Museum 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
St Peter's Cultural Venue 6.2 km / 3.9 mi
Kingfisher Leisure Centre 6.4 km / 4 mi
Gainsborough's House 6.4 km / 4 mi
Giffords Hall Vineyard 6.7 km / 4.2 mi
The Quay Theatre 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Little Hall Lavenham 8.1 km / 5 mi
Corpus Christi Guildhall 8.1 km / 5 mi
Assington Mill 9.2 km / 5.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • hotel
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting room
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  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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  • SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX

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    SUITE DELUXE

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    Room code: SUI.DX

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 16 m²DBL.ST

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    16 m²
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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Room code: DBL.ST

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    • Wi-fi

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  • FAMILY ROOM BUNK BEDFAMILY ROOM • BUNK BEDFAM.BK

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    BUNK BED

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    Room code: DBT.DX

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  • FAMILY ROOM DELUXEFAMILY ROOM • DELUXEFAM.DX

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: FAM.DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    Room code: DBL.DX

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  • DOUBLE COMFORTDOUBLE • COMFORTDBL.OM

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    DOUBLE COMFORT

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    COMFORT

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    Room code: DBL.OM

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

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  • SUITE DELUXE KING BEDSUITE • DELUXE KING BEDSUI.DX-KG

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    SUITE DELUXE KING BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    DELUXE KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.DX-KG

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Black Lion, Long Melford

9.0
Excellent
98 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.0 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Location
8.8 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
50 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Amber
It was as I imagined. Cozy, charming, and comfortable. Even without AC in the room we were provided with fans to help with the heat and it was cool at night to sleep.
The restaurant had great food for both diner and breakfast. I would recommend if you are looking for an overnight stay.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2026
Ann
It was in a lovely village, really peaceful, but close to larger towns. We would highly recommend going. The food was outstanding
Family
6/10
Pleasant
29 May 2026
Ed
Pricy. No aircon. Vegan breakfast left me short-changed. But staff were friendly and helpful and the room was nice.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 May 2026
Clifford
Disappointing and overpriced.
Overall lacking a welcome atmosphere, room was tired looking, carpet dirty and stained as was the throw on the bed.
Breakfast was just okay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Joshua
As always, this is tge place to stay. No other choice for me and my family
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2025
Dave
Great stay!
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Linda
We throughly enjoyed our first visit ,the staff were very helpful and informative.
The room was clean and well equipped.
The food was also to a high standard and a good choice.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
Daniela
Everyone super nice. The room was gorgeous! The location, the view and food out of this world. My kids absolutely love it. The Sunday Roast was amazing.
Leisure Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jan 2025
Neil

Disappointing after 2 lovely previous stsys

Disappointed with this stay after 2 lovely stays previously.

Biggest issue was after paying for a more superior room, the bed was two very uncomfortable single beds put together. The matresses were uncomfortable leading to a really poor nights sleep.

Other than that the room was cold and there was dubious staining on the bench seat at the end of the bed.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2025
Susan
Lovely New Years Eve stay , great room overlooking the green . Returned from a walk around the spectacular church at midnight to be greeted by 2 glasses of bubbly .
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2024
Kevin

Great stay at The Black Lion Great Melford

Absolutely delightful 3-night stay at this lovely historic Inn. Staff were all professional, hard working, courteous and polite. Couldn't do enough for us.

Breakfast was delicious with top quality ingredients - cooked to perfection.

We had dinner two nights - again, lovely ingredients, really well cooked.

All in all the perfect place to stay to enjoy the wonderful village and church. Will definitely come again
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Oct 2024
Robin
A wonderful inn in a charming English country town. Excellent staff and service with lovely breakfast options. My only regret is that we didn't stay longer! We'll be back!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2024
Phil

Pub with rooms

Cracking pub with rooms, excellent food friendly staff and a good local real ale.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2024
Nicholas

Long Melford

Nice location in Long Melford ,great view from the front bedrooms . I would recommend staying there .
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2024
M
Really lovely location and hotel. Food is great and they are well staffed and services are generally excellent, aside from busy periods. But overall would highly recommended.
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jan 2024
Verified traveler

I night stay

Room was fine not the best but not the worst
Squeaky bed, light fitting on centre of room needs attention
The bathroom was lovely with all the soaps ect
I big issue I got overcharged on my drinks 2 white coffee and 2 sambuca £34
I was lucky it come up on my I phone the staff did agree a refund ended up £17.80 the sambuca was the smallest I’ve ever seen
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2023
Chris
Lovely hotel, good food (if a bit pricey) welcoming staff, nice rooms.
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2023
lynn
Always enjoy my stay, the staff are fab'
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
12 Sep 2023
Tony
Lovely location..handy for visiting along Melford Hall and Kentwell.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2023
penelope
Lovely green setting in a beautiful village
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2023
J

Everything just perfect... *****

Beautiful room overlooking Melford Hall, food in restaurant was awesome also, along with the helpful and friendly staff - thank everyone
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2023
Jane
Excellent stay, huge room, very good breakfast options
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2022
Viral
Overall, it is a great stay. Downside is that they charge £15 for breakfast per person if you book through Expedia, which is not clear and the breakfast is not worth it; I had avocado and egg, it was a sour paste avocado not fresh.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2022
LEE

Lovely place

Staff were great, very friendly and seemed like nothing is too much trouble.
Rooms, bar and restaurant areas all furnished. decorated to high standard.
Only downside is cleaning wasn't done to high standard (dirty bathroom floor), lots of dust on fittings etc and some general maintenance required to windows, blinds etc. But overall a lovely place to stay. Love their attitude to dogs too, if we stay again we would take our dog knowing it would be made very welcome !
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2022
Verified traveler

Gem of a historic hotel

Amazing hotel. The suite we stayed in was fabulous. The bathroom was spotless with a great shower. Eating in the hotel restaurant was a pleasure, the chef's creations were so tasty. Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely come back.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2021
Lee

Relaxing mini break

Lovely hotel, comfortable room. Staff were friendly and the food was delicious.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Great location very quiet. Room, although on the snug size, was lovely. Food excellent. I’m dairy free and the chef adapted dishes.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Nov 2020
Marc

Nice Cosy Weekend Break

Good hotel. Food & beverages excellent. Considering the current COVID restrictions the service was very good. Staff very pleasant and engaging. Reservation was prepaid via Hotels.com but was charged again for accommodation by the hotel at check out. Didn't reslise this u til i checked my Amex statement. Awaiting a refund from hotel. Hopefully nothing more than an oversight.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2020
Verified traveler
Really friendly staff; great care being taken over Covid. Food excellent. Great location, too; very peaceful.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Great place to stay but on a busy corner. Service was excellent and so was dinner
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Nov 2019
Emily

Weeknight stay

Great hotel and service from stay. Lovely staff
Business
8/10
Excellent
23 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Very good public rooms.Staff friendly and helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Very lovely room and inn, next time we are going to stay longer pleased the wife ,
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
This property is in sight of a beautiful Church which was spectacular at night. The room was lovely but the shower ran cold when we arrived late in the evening which was very disappointing, but the owner did provide a discount. The breakfast rates were confusing as they were one price for residents £15pp and different prices for non residents which again I wasn’t very pleased with. I think this hotel could do better on guest hospitality and pricing.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Staff were very friendly and couldn't be more helpful
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2019
Verified traveler

If you want good food this is the place to stay!

Staff - very attentive and helpful. Food - excellent. Room - impressively large, but tiny TV compared to the size of the room. En-suite could do with being updated (the shower over the bath leaked from the seal where it joined the bath). The stairs could do with vacuuming more often as \"bits\" on the day we arrived were still there when we left!
Friends
8/10
Excellent
24 May 2019
Carl

Would stay again

Friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere, comfortable room.
Breakfast expensive at £15, however if you book direct this is included.
Would stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2019
Jean
Fantastic room, very clean and well maintained. staff very helpful and pleasant and restaurant quality food amazing. Excellent value.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 May 2019
Paul

Relaxing stay

Comfortable base to explore the area and nice position next to a green and near the impressive Holy Trinity Church. No problems bringing a dog. Had a meal in the bar and the food was very good. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Mar 2019
Claire

Lovely stay

A last minute booking and if you like a nice pub with rooms above then you’ll like this! I didn’t eat in the pub so can’t commant on the food. Parking was on the street/green but very easy. Room was lovely and spacious and a very nice bed. Bathroom was good. The only bit that was rather odd was the small tv that had just been attached to the wall in a very cheap B and B manner! I didn’t get chance to walk into the local town but when I drove through it looked like a nice place to mooch around for a couple of hours. Would stay here again if in the area.
8/10
Excellent
28 Jan 2019
Nicholas
Very friendly and helpful staff with good size rooms and tastefully decorated.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
The perfect dog-friendly getaway.
Lovely room, and staff couldn't have been more helpful.
8/10
Excellent
06 Sep 2018
Roy

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel, friendly staff. Very clean.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Sep 2018
Colin

Classic Pub with funky rooms

Classic pub with funky rooms. Quality bathroom products always a treat. Evening meal was really tasty with a fabulous Scotch Egg starter-Well recommended. While on business the rest of the guests were on holiday as local area seems really interesting. Will certainly stay again. PS the beer was local and well kept too.....
10/10
Exceptional
21 Aug 2018
Stuart
Perfect hotel. Stopped on my way through to Halstead. Unfortunately I arrived after 9pm due to traffic delays so wasn’t able to sample an evening meal. Real friendly staff, nice and clean and very warming.
2/10
Poor
08 Aug 2018
Robert

I felt worse when I left than when I arrived

The room was small and noise. Lorry’s etc went past all night. No fan and it was so hot.
Partner
4/10
Poor
06 Aug 2018
Janet

More shabby than chic

Really disappointed with the Black Lion. General cleanliness of the reception and staircase were shabby and dirty. Stair carpets were filthy and frayed on riders as, well as the landing and corridor. No hair dryer in room, tea, and coffee making facilities were poor,. Water pressure in the bathroom was very low, water barely trickled out of the shower head. For the money we paid it was unacceptable £166 so out, want values for money. The only good thing was the breakfast was okay
Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Dec 2015
Verified traveler

Damp Experience

Okay apart from waking up very cold and discovering damp patch on the wall where rain had got though overnight had I pulled wallpaper would have come away in hand
Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Nov 2015
Verified traveler
Excellent stay, very old hotel full of character, breakfast and staff superb, will definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2015
chanta sutton
We stayed in this Hotal the owner couldn't do enough for us the breakfast was good the beds was really comfortable made our stay really lovely,would definitely stay here again
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