The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel

Property class: 3

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A hotel entrance with a red lion carpet, a brick wall, and a staircase.
A library with bookshelves, leather sofas, and tables.
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A restaurant with wooden furniture, a bar area, and a reception desk.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Long Street, Atherstone, England, CV9 1BB
  • Place, Owen Street Community Arts Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Atherstone Leisure Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Twycross Zoo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Red Lion Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Red Lion Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Red Lion Four Poster

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Red Lion Family x 3

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Red Lion Family x 5

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Atherstone

Located within a 5-minute walk of Owen Street Community Arts Centre, The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Atherstone Leisure Centre. This 30-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a library, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Owen Street Community Arts Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Atherstone Leisure Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Twycross Zoo - 10 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • National Exhibition Centre - 24 min drive - 16.8 miles
  • Utilita Arena Birmingham - 39 min drive - 23.8 miles

Getting around

  • Atherstone Station - 5 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Lion - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Horse & Jockey - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stockingford Pavilion (aka The Piv) - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel

Guests of The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel enjoy features like meeting rooms, a library and express check-out. You'll find limited parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area, a banquet hall, and wedding services.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Electric kettles, portable fans, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Red Lion Hotel Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 10 per stay), plus a deposit of GBP 10 per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and GBP 9.95 for children
  • Pet deposit: GBP 10 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 10 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Atherstone Red Lion Hotel
Atherstone Red Lion
The Atherstone Red Lion
The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel Hotel
The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel Atherstone
The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel Hotel Atherstone

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel?

The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel?

This hotel is located in Atherstone and just steps from Atherstone Leisure Centre and Owen Street Community Arts Centre. You'll also find Hartshill Hayes Country Park and Atherstone Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel?

Yes, though parking is limited parking.

Does The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Does The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Red Lion Hotel Restaurant.

Will The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls. A deposit of GBP 10 per stay is collected.

Does The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel is Birmingham Airport (BHX), which is 18.5 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is located 26.3 mi away (44-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel that offer a balcony.

Does The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 369 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 369 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 369 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 369 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 369 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel with a lot of history. Staff welcoming and efficient, rooms clean and comfortable, food excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Friendly helpful staff, lovely clean warm well equipped room fabulous breakfast along with a singing chef
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good option for overnight stay in Atherstone, good value and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, a short distance to Birmingham.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Budget hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and staff were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebecca Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great for one night staff. Parking very tight and small car park
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was fantastic. Staff were beyond accommodating and extremely friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great venue
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff were very helpful. The evening meal was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay and would love to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Lovely welcome , accommodated all our needs , lovely food , will stay again , thank you .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location! And dog friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant hotel

Great location, nice hotel. Room was small but was comfortable. Breakfast was ok. Overall a pleasant hotel and worth the money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Friendly staff. Good food comfortable bed. Good facilities. An excellent stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were really friendly The room was exactly what we needed, just a little bit too warm for us
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic for the price. A little dated but very clean, comfortable and just what you need. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

M

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Excellent service, good breakfast. Bedroom shower room could have been cleaner, mould between tiles, cobwebs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

We have stayed at the Red Lion several times. Room was clean service friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable small room, just needs a little update. But had a lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff-rooms tend to be small but comfortable. Old style hotel in a nice town centre. Easy to find and get around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025