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The Red Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Somerton with a restaurant and a bar

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Daily English breakfast (GBP 10 per person)
Front of property
Exterior
Lunch and dinner served
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Main Street, Babcary, Somerton, England, TA11 7ED
  • Fleet Air Arm Museum
  • Haynes International Motor Museum
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Glastonbury Tor
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Somerton

The Red Lion Inn is located within a 15-minute drive of Lytes Cary Manor and Montacute House. This 6-room, 4-star bed & breakfast has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Lytes Cary Manor - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Haynes International Motor Museum - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Clarks Village - 19 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Glastonbury Abbey - 21 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Glastonbury Tor - 25 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Castle Cary Station - 13 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Ilchester Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bay Tree - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kingsdon Inn - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion Inn

Bed & breakfast in Somerton with a restaurant and a bar
The Red Lion Inn features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and an arcade/game room. If you drive, put free parking to good use. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a terrace, and wedding services.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Red Lion Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • 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 English breakfast: approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free 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 and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

Property is also known as

Red Lion Inn Somerton
Red Lion Somerton
The Red Lion Inn Somerton
The Red Lion Inn Bed & breakfast
The Red Lion Inn Bed & breakfast Somerton

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Red Lion Inn?

The Red Lion Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion Inn?

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion Inn on Jun 19, 2025 start from $152.71, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to The Red Lion Inn?

This bed & breakfast is located in Somerton, close to Haynes International Motor Museum, Fleet Air Arm Museum, and Lytes Cary Manor. You'll also find Montacute House and Cadbury Castle nearby.

Will I be able to park at The Red Lion Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Red Lion Inn feature a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Red Lion Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Is The Red Lion Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Red Lion Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Red Lion Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Red Lion Inn serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Red Lion Restaurant.

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

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Red Lion Inn for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Red Lion Inn?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Red Lion Inn?

The closest major airport to The Red Lion Inn is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is about 23 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Red Lion Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Red Lion Inn.

Does The Red Lion Inn have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Red Lion Inn.

The Red Lion Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jasvinder

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

JOANNA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arron

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

100/10 will stay again!!!

Great hosts at the red lion amazing food and lovely feel at home rooms really reasonable rates including a one of the best breakfasts I’ve had in a lovely location 100% will be staying here again and I have passed on details to my staff for when they visit the areas.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vinu

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh James

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

Beautiful venue with 5 star bedrooms and facilitie

Beautiful venue with 5 star bedrooms and facilities. Very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice stay with a clean and quiet room and helpful staff. They did their best to accommodate our gluten and dairy free needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

An amazing gastro pub and beautiful room

This was a real find. A late decision to stay in the area led us to this real gem. The room was perfect - well decorated and all facilities provided but it is the restaurant that needs to be particularly commended. The food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was excellent and I will definitely stop there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Oliver

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great to visit of lunch, but wouldn’t stay again

The overall experience was good. Good is great and staff are lovely. However, the condition of the rooms was less than satisfactory. One of the booked rooms for our group had ripped, stained towels on offer for the bathroom… Another issue was with the shower in the couples room not having a way to only turn one shower head on, it just runs both at low pressure. The bathroom sink hot taps are almost unusable, being close to boiling. I very rarely leave poor reviews as I’m aware of their impact. But in all fairness and honesty, the Red Lion was actually the worst part of our weekend trip. The location was very close to our main event which was great, and once again, staff were lovely and food was decent quality, but I wouldn’t rebook the place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a business trip, amazing food and comfy bed. General really clean rooms, no spiders!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Not the best.

We booked 1night stay on a Sunday, and booked dinner for 7.30, we enjoyed a drink in the afternoon in the garden, then found out the pub shuts from 4-6, would have been nice to have been told before trying to get another drink. We came down to the restaurant at about 6.30 to be told they had already run out of beef, also to order now before they run out anything else and ended up eating before 7.00, not the best experience although the room was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

cheshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023