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The Red Lion

3.5 star property
Hotel in Cambridge with a restaurant and a bar

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King Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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27 HIGH STREET HISTON, Cambridge, England, CB24 9JD
  • Place, Cambridge Regional College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cambridge Science Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Milton Country Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cambridge (CBG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

The Red Lion places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Girton Golf Club and Cambridge Regional College. This 4-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cambridge Regional College - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Cambridge Science Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • St John's Innovation Centre - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Milton Country Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • University of Cambridge - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cambridge Station - 11 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Carlton Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Golden Wok - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Tree - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Astronomer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Diamond Kebab - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion

Hotel in Cambridge with a restaurant and a bar
The Red Lion features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 can access their accommodation through a private entrance
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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
  • Check-in: 3 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. 

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 Hotel Cambridge
Red Lion Cambridge
The Red Lion Hotel
The Red Lion Cambridge
The Red Lion Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Red Lion?

The Red Lion provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Dec 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion on Jan 11, 2026 start from $73.49, 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 around The Red Lion?

This hotel is located in Cambridge, close to The River Cam, Cambridge Market Square, and King's College Chapel. You'll also find Mill Road and Fitzwilliam Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Red Lion?

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

Does The Red Lion have a casino on the premises?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at The Red Lion?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Red Lion?

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

Does The Red Lion have a hot tub?

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

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

No, The Red Lion doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

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

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Red Lion for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Red Lion?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Red Lion?

The closest major airport to The Red Lion is Cambridge (CBG), which is 6.2 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is around 26 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Red Lion?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Red Lion.

The Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 99 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robin

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

Wall behind bed

Nicely decorated and clean. Only issue was a bit of plastic from a bed headboard removal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maurice

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was comfortable. The bed was roomy and clean. Tea/coffee was plentiful and plenty of storage. Staff helpful and polite and we would definitely stay there again. Only downside was our television kept losing signal (could have been due to atmospherics) which annoyed the hell out of hubby when he was trying to watch the footy!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edson

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

Clean and comfortable

Stayed in one of several bungalows in the grounds of the pub. It was clean, spacious, had lovely hot water and a plentiful hospitality tray. Huge comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Great experience 👍

We stayed in a room in an annex at the rear of the pub, nice and quiet. The room was spacious, and the bed was very comfortable. We had dinner at the pub and it was delicious. Staff were welcoming snd friendly. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely go to the Red Lion again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, great staff, would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place clean quiet comfy bed would definitely recommend staff are helpful cannot fault it 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet.Not over the pub.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Lovely stay

Lovely stay at the Red Lion comfortable accommodation with good facilities. The only downside was the room could do with a good dust throughout. We ate in the pub and both nights the food was fantastic 😋Service good and staff friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

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

Spacious bedrooms in a great location

Visiting family in Histon and the Red Lion is in a perfect location. The rooms are located on a block at the back of the pub garden. The rooms are large as are the bathrooms. They’re a little dark decor wise for my taste so could be more uplifting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

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

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

A little gem

We are so pleased to have discovered this little gem. From arrival at this charming village pub, the staff (and locals) were friendly and helpful, happy to give local info (restaurants, buses etc). We were shown our room which was one of 4 terraced bungalows, purpose built at the bottom of the pub garden so away from the pub, secluded with shrubbery and hedge and quiet. Perfectly adequately sized for 2 people, furniture of good quality. A lovely comfy super king size bed with crisp cotton linen. A wet room which was well with shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Underfloor heating and heated towel rail ensured this was toasty warm - in fact we turned them off in the end. Tea/coffee tray well stocked and we loved the tiny individual glass bottles of milk, so much nicer than those little single use plastic milk pots. The stars of the show though really are the pub staff - all so friendly and helpful. We would recommend eating in the pub, good value, hot food, would also recommend Indian Ocean restaurant opposite. Breakfast is not available at the pub but there is a little coffee shop opposite and a Tesco express so not an issue for us. Buses into Cambridge every 40 minutes from opposite side of the road. We would definitely recommend to other travellers and will return ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manoj

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Room and Service . Recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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