Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Reception
Food and drink
Courtyard
Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Signature Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Red Lion Lane, Basingstoke, England, RG21 7LX
  • Festival Place
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • The Anvil
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Milestones Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Signature Double Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Feature Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room With Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Basingstoke

Red Lion Hotel places you next to Wote Street Willy and Willis Museum. This 60-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Wote Street Willy - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Festival Place - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Anvil - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Milestones Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Basingstoke Leisure Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Basingstoke Station - 9 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Maidenhead Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olive House Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kokoro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Tea Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Hotel

Georgian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
Guests of Red Lion Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, a banquet hall, and wedding services.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1700
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 11.95 per person
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Red Lion Basingstoke
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Red Lion Hotel?

Red Lion Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Red Lion Hotel?

This hotel is located in Basingstoke, just steps from Wote Street Willy and Willis Museum, and within a short walk of Festival Place. You'll also find The Anvil and Basingstoke Leisure Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Red Lion Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Red Lion Hotel include a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Red Lion Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Red Lion Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and wedding services at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Red Lion Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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

Yes, Red Lion Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant.

Does Red Lion Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Red Lion Hotel.

Does Red Lion Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Red Lion Hotel?

The closest major airport to Red Lion Hotel is Farnborough (FAB), which is 18.8 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is located 29.4 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Red Lion Hotel?

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

Does Red Lion Hotel offer wedding services?

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

Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 381 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1017 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vitalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top location and price 😉
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

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

8/10 Good

Derrick

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

great place to stay for a night

I found the staff very friendly and the room had every thing I would expect from a good hotel room. The breakfast was good and there food was very well cooked. The only niggle is trying to get to the main street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean, good location and friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the red lion suite we stayed and along with full english included.very good value. Staff very attentive and couldnt do more Will be coming back again. So convenient for shopping, entertainment and lots of choices for eating out. If you dont choose to eat in
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Mattress poor quality
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location as we needed a B & B near the railway station and The Anvil. Room quiet and near the end of a corridor.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

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

Nice comfortable hotel

Great location lovely staff would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great loxation

Good location nice room quality breafast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great nights sleep. Good price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

6/10 Okay

Dave

I cancelled it 3 weeks ago through you 3 times .i rang the hotel to .i had flu so what is the point if you dont pass it on dave bailey
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel convenient too very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Hayley

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

RENE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast and free onsite parking , good value in central location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort

Investment needed

Could do with a cash injection
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Senthil Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025