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Duke William Hotel

Google (2066) 4.5
Tripadvisor (314) 4.6
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Visitors frequently praise the Duke William Hotel's excellent central location, comfortable rooms, and the high quality of its food. However, some guests feel the establishment is more of a pub with rooms than a traditional hotel, and a few have noted issues with noise from the bar or restaurant, and cold areas in the pub.

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Address
40-44 Bailgate, Lincoln LN1 3AP, UK
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Phone
01522 532753
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Website
www.dukewilliamlincoln.com

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About this place Duke William Hotel

The Duke William Hotel is a gay-friendly hotel located in Lincoln, a historic cathedral city in the East Midlands of England. Situated on Bailgate in the heart of the city center, the hotel provides convenient access to Lincoln's medieval architecture, cultural attractions, and local amenities. As an LGBTQ+-welcoming venue, it caters to gay travelers looking for comfortable and inclusive accommodation during their visit to the area. Lincoln is a charming market town with plenty to explore, from its impressive cathedral and castle to independent shops, cafes, and restaurants scattered throughout the old town. While Lincoln's LGBTQ+ scene is more modest compared to larger UK cities, the hotel's welcoming approach ensures guests feel comfortable and respected during their stay. The central location makes it easy to discover the city's attractions on foot and connect with local community spaces. For practical planning, you can visit the hotel's website at http://www.dukewilliamlincoln.com/ to check room availability, facilities, and current rates. The Bailgate address puts you within walking distance of Lincoln's main attractions, making it a good base for exploring both the city's heritage sites and its quieter, more personal charm. Whether you're visiting for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, this LGBTQ+-friendly accommodation offers a welcoming environment to enjoy everything Lincoln has to offer.

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Gay-friendly (straight venue) Food served Outdoor Patio Pub/Tavern Walk-ins welcome

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Taylor Davies
Taylor Davies Jun 2026
Tao GE
Tao GE Jun 2026

The room arranged by the hotel was very spacious and faced the Water Tower side. It had plenty of natural light, a great view, and was also very quiet. The hotel is in an excellent location, right next to Newport Arch. Breakfast offered a wide variety of choices, with generous portions and great taste. Overall, this was a very comfortable and enjoyable stay in a perfect location. Highly recommended!

PANAGIOTIS BIROS
PANAGIOTIS BIROS Jun 2026
Steve Knott
Steve Knott Jun 2026

Had a 1 night stay for work. Everything was great. I rarely say that. The room was lovely. The staff were clearly well trained. Good cask ales on the bar. Excellent, imaginative menu (one of those where you can't decide because it all sounds delicious). And, it really was delicious. Excellent breakfast too. Credit where it is due. 👍

Sharon Smith
Sharon Smith May 2026

5 rounds of drinks, exactly the same order each time, yet a different price each time, ranging between £12 and £18+ per couple. Just not good enough on efficiency, consistency nor transparency of prices. Disappointing. Most staff good, yet s9me individuals not friendly, very vocal, and seems like you're an inconvenience to them ( one barmaid in particular). Food ok but overpriced for what's basically minimal fill baguette and chips. We've been many times before but on this occasion it/they didn't stand up to what we'd expect.

Fabio Ferraz
Fabio Ferraz May 2026

Perfect place to eat on a Sunday. I was fortunate enough to have their last Surf and Turf - a delicious rump steak served with king prawns, mushrooms, onion rings and the best fries I have had in a long time. Friendly and efficient staff, serving delicious food in a cozy environment.

Peter Holdcroft
Peter Holdcroft May 2026

This is walk in restaurant as well as a hotel. We visited the Friday before the bank holiday weekend, it was very busy but got a table without booking. At first the system is a bit confusing as it's also a busy pub. It is table service but that's not clear and it can be slow but once ordered the food came quickly. We had the Mediterranean Sharing Platter with Rustic Chips which was excellent value and extremely tasty. Staff were friendly, it's a very laid back atmosphere and believe there is live music later but we didn't stick around for that. My recommendation to owners would be to make system of ordering clearer, some staff don't wear badges so are really difficult to identify. Otherwise was a really nice establishment, great food and good value.

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Last updated on 16 August 2026

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