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535 reviews

The Lion & Key Hotel

The Lion & Key Hotel

475-477 High Road Leyton, Walthamstow, E10 5EL, United Kingdom

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Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Elevator

The Lion & Key Hotel

The Lion & Key Hotel in London’s Leyton neighborhood sits at 475-477 High Road Leyton and is a three-star stay just 6.3mi from the city center, United Kingdom. With 535 reviews backing its vibe, the property offers rates starting from $103, inviting travelers to scan the pages for a fit.

On the practical side, an on-site restaurant keeps meals handy, while free Wifi and air conditioning add daily comforts. A Bar and 24-hour front desk provide easy evenings and round-the-clock help, along with non-smoking rooms, a kitchenette, and upper floors accessible by elevator. Private Parking is available for an extra charge, and Kids’ meals can be arranged for additional fees, with free toiletries rounding out the thoughtful touches.

With a friendly, accessible layout and a mix of convenient amenities, this London base invites exploration and relaxed evenings after sightseeing.

On-site dining at L & K Cafe Bar Grill offers a modern vibe with a menu spanning Italian, Mediterranean, pizza, steakhouse, and Ukrainian favorites. Breakfast is served from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon, making mornings easy before a day of London adventures.

Room options cover a range from Classic and Deluxe to Studio and Suite, with Family layouts and City View choices for different group sizes. Non-smoking rooms are the standard, upper floors are reached by elevator, and a kitchenette can add a homey touch. Parking is available for an extra charge, while Kids’ meals can be arranged for additional fees, and free toiletries round out the thoughtful touches.

Situated in Leyton, London, about 6.3mi from the city center, this stay blends practical comforts with round-the-clock service. Payment accepts cash and major cards—Mastercard, American Express, Visa, and Maestro—convenient for travelers. The 24-hour front desk, on-site Bar, and attentive amenities provide easy evenings after busy days of exploration.

Closest airports

London City Airport

5mi

London Heathrow Airport

20.2mi

London Stansted Airport

24.6mi

Luton Airport

26.3mi

London Gatwick Airport

29.1mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Rooms

Small Double Room in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Small Double Room

1 Double Bed

85 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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This double room contains contemporary interior design and has air-conditioning and mini-bar. Room features a light well window.

Double Room in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Standard

Family Room in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Family Room Two Beds

Studio in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Studio, Double

1 Double Bed

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Studio Standard

Twin Room in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Twin Room is 215 square feet and includes 2 single beds 80-130 width.

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Studio, 1 Double Bed

235 sqft

Kitchenette

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Featuring free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The studio's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. This studio has air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Triple Room in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Triple Room

3 Twin Beds

150 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Double Room - Disability Access in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Accessible Room

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Double Room - Accessible

Single Room in The Lion & Key Hotel

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Room - 1 Twin

1 Twin Bed

85 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Tea/Coffee maker

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Grand, Double

1 Double Bed

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Grand

Superior

1 Double Bed

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Superior With Double Bed

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1 Double Bed

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Guest reviews

8.1

535 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Maxine

8.2

August 2024

A lovely hotel, less than 15 minutes walk from the train station. Double room was small but very well equipped. Delicious breakfast included in our stay, but had to pay extra for tea/coffee/fruit juice, which should have been included in the price. A great location for concerts at the London Olympic Stadium, and we'd definitely stay at this hotel again if attending other events there.

Would have preferred a hand-held shower rather than just an overhead one. Cost of breakfast should have included drinks.

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Christine

9.1

May 2025

I liked the price and cleanliness most of all. The room was a basic basement room with two single beds. It was not over heated as some hotels are so great. Comfy bed. Location was great as close to where my family live. Good location for tourism too as central line so close by.

The extractor in the bathroom did not work. So very steamy after showers. I reported this and it was noted.

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Judith

8.2

June 2024

Good size bedroom and very nice breakfast

Breakfast wasn’t served until 9 am which we felt was a little late and meant everyone came at the same time. The curtain in our room didn’t shut properly and so the sunshine woke us up very early. We mentioned it to reception and it was slightly better on our 2nd night but still not mended completely

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Jenny

8.2

July 2023

The hotel was very clean, modern and light. The staff were really friendly and accommodating. The rooms had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable. I didn't hear any noise from other rooms/ the corridor. The food was great. We had dinner (chicken shish was very tasty and some of my party had the chicken avocado wrap which was also really good, and huge!!). The breakfast and coffee were great in the morning as well!!

There wasn't anything "bad" about the hotel. We booked a Small Double, and it was on the small side. But that's exactly what it's advertised as, so we had no complaints!

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Alfred

10

August 2024

This place is a great find. I don't know the area very well and I knew I would be out late, alone, so it was important to me that I felt safe and welcome. The Lion and Key exceeded my expectations. All the staff were wonderful, the food was excellent, the room was large and clean. A great place to stay and only 10 minutes walk from Leyton tube station.

Nothing, it's fabulous.

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Caroline

8.2

August 2024

Our room was on the top floor and had windows on two sides -- and you could even open the windows -- so much less claustrophobic than most London hotels. Plenty of space; comfy bed.

The water had so much softener in it we were advised not to drink it by hotel staff: not helpful in very hot weather. One pillow was rather hard and lumpy!

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Sarah

8.2

June 2024

This was booked last minute, due to being let down by a different booking. The staff were really helpful and made sure that we were fed before we had to leave for the evening.

I'm not sure if it was our fault or the staff at the restaurant, but after being sat at a table for over 10 minutes waiting for someone to acknowledge us, we left and got breakfast elsewhere.

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10

9.1

September 2024

Super friendly and professional receptionists. The food (room service) from the restaurant was brilliant. Great accessibility to public transportations with very short commute to bus stations with routes to Stratford. The room was bright and clean.

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P

10

October 2024

It was a birthday gift. They decorated the room so nice. Warm friendly environment. Very clean,vegetarian breakfast was amazing. I would definitely be coming back and would recommend this hotel.

Heating was fluctuating from cold to hot when on 27 degrees. Water was running from the cistern for a while after flushing.

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Paul

8.2

April 2025

Room was nice and was allowed late checkout of 1 o clock with no extra charge

Received an email and few days before my booking stating 24/7 bar for guests. But when I returned from an event I attended, bar was closed and reception worker claimed they had no bar past 11.30.

Points of Interest Around The Lion & Key Hotel

Airports

London City Airport

5mi

London Heathrow Airport

20.2mi

London Stansted Airport

24.6mi

Luton Airport

26.3mi

London Gatwick Airport

29.1mi

Restaurants

L & K Cafe Bar Grill (Breakfast is from 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon

Cuisines

  • Italian
  • Mediterranean
  • Pizza
  • Steakhouse
  • Ukrainian

Ambiances

  • Modern

Amenities of The Lion & Key Hotel

Restaurant

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Bar

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Elevator

Upper floors accessible by elevator

Free toiletries

Stay rules - The Lion & Key Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property