In the heart of the city, The Sun Hotel & Bar offers a tranquil oasis with a garden and terrace. Savor cooked-to-order breakfast, connect to WiFi, and enjoy convenient amenities like luggage storage. Previous guests have raved about the helpful staff.
Lancaster (XQL-Lancaster Train Station) - 6 min walk
Bare Lane Station - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Bella Italia - 2 min walk
The Sun Hotel & Bar - 1 min walk
Cappuvino Bar & Coffee Roasters - 1 min walk
Merchants 1688 - 3 min walk
Atkinsons Coffee - 1 min walk
About this property
The Sun Hotel & Bar
When you stay at The Sun Hotel & Bar, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lancaster University. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1681
Garden
Terrace
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Sun Hotel & Bar - Onsite pub.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 to 15 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 12.0 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Sun Bar Lancaster
Sun Hotel & Bar
Sun Hotel & Bar Lancaster
Sun Hotel Bar Lancaster
Sun Hotel Bar
The Sun Hotel Bar
The Sun Hotel & Bar Inn
The Sun Hotel & Bar Lancaster
The Sun Hotel & Bar Inn Lancaster
Frequently asked questions
Does The Sun Hotel & Bar offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Sun Hotel & Bar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Sun Hotel & Bar?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Sun Hotel & Bar?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Sun Hotel & Bar and nearby?
The Sun Hotel & Bar has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Sun Hotel & Bar?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Sun Hotel & Bar.
What's the area around The Sun Hotel & Bar like?
The Sun Hotel & Bar is in the heart of Lancaster, a short 6-minute walk from Lancaster Station and 3 minutes' walk from Lancaster Castle.
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The Sun Hotel & Bar Reviews
Reviews
9.2
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Food
Location
Bar
Restaurant
Pub
Towns
What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful, delicious, and exceptional with a variety of options including vegan choices. (8 reviews)
Evening meals and breakfast were very good. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jul 14, 2025
One night stay
Hotel in centre of Lancaster, close to all amenities. Nice room, good breakfast and helpful, friendly staff.
Bertha
Bertha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Great position in the city centre and lovely place to eat too
Tamara
Tamara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Will be back
Great room. Friendly helpful staff.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2025
Impressed by the overall service offered by the Sun. We had good rest in the room and enjoyed excellent atmosphere and food at the pub, both at dinner and breakfast. The staff offered us the opportunity to park next to the hotel free of charge in a spot that was temporary available for the night. Would recommend to visit when in Lancaster
Carlo
Carlo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2025
Looking forward to staying again
Ian Robert
Ian Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Loved it
Great hotel but glad I was in the room alone because not much space
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Stayed her a few times
Love it
Ian Robert
Ian Robert, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 29, 2025
Lovely old building well restored
The bathrooms a little tired
The rooms at front noisy especially on hot days when need windows open
Dawn
Dawn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2024
Lovely place, centrally located with lots of historic charm.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 7, 2023
Beautiful property, excellent rooms, fantastic location and wonderful staff. Highly recommend for a stay in Lancaster
Stuart
Stuart, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2022
Fantastic stay from start to finish
lee
lee, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2023
Great hotel
Very nice hotel and staff nothing was to much trouble will stay again!
DAVE
DAVE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2022
Great pub and garden!
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2024
Super friendly staff, great food, perfect location and and clean room. Great value for money.
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 22, 2022
Would stay again
Nice and clean, very handy for a nights stay, 5 minutes walk from the train station, excellent location.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2022
One of Lancaster's hidden gems by the castle with great breakfast options.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2023
Beautiful room
Friendly staff
Jody
Jody, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2024
Warm and cosy double room, 7 min walk from the railway station and restaurants in close walking distance. Good location for the town centre, museums and castle. Friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend.
Amanda
Amanda, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
Super Sun Hotel
A very comfortable spacious room.
All staff were friendly and helpful.
Highly recommend. Excellent central location.
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2024
Very nice stay. Room very clean and comfortable. Evening meal and breakfast very good. Staff very friendly, helpful and efficient.
VISA
VISA, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2024
Absolutely loved the Sun Hotel & Bar. Room was beautiful, clean, comfortable and quiet. Perfect location, wonderful pub and beer garden. Would highly recommend.
Tricia
Tricia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
A hidden gem!
Great last minute booking, and what an unexpected delight! Staff were so friendly and helpful, room was comfortable and bright and spotless.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Top notch in every way
Lovely hotel. Room was comfortable and I really liked the bar downstairs. We had dinner and breakfast in bar. Lots of options and both excellent. Staff are friendly and helpful. Thi is my favourite place to stay in Lancaster. Central and can walk to train station from it.
Marion
Marion, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 17, 2022
Lovely historic pub, in the city centre. Big bedroom and bathroom. Very good base for a break in Lancaster.
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2023
Loved this quaint old building, with excellent bar & dining, right in the vibrant heart of Lancaster. It's within walking distance of trains, buses and tourist attrations like Lancaster Castle and the excellent City Museum.