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The Red Lion

3.0 star property

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Garden
Comfort Double Room | Bathroom | Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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640 High Rd Leytonstone, London, England, E11 3AA
  • Place, Wanstead Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Vestry House Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room | Premium bedding, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Waltham Forest, The Red Lion is 6 mi (9.6 km) from O2 Arena. The 9 rooms at this 3-star hotel include coffee makers, TVs, and premium bedding.

What's nearby

  • Leytonstone Leisure Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wanstead Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Breyer Group Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Vestry House Museum - 10 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Leytonstone Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Leytonstone High Road Overground Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Forno - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Perky Blenders - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Walnut Tree (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Panda - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Red Lion

The Red Lion features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.
43-inch TVs come with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Saturday:
  • Public bath

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Red Lion Hotel
The Red Lion London
The Red Lion Hotel London

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Red Lion?

The Red Lion offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Red Lion?

This hotel is situated in Waltham Forest, close to ExCeL Exhibition Centre, O2 Arena, and Tower of London. You'll also find Westfield Stratford City and London Stadium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Red Lion?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Red Lion feature a casino at the property?

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.

Is The Red Lion a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a nature reserve.

Are there hot tubs at The Red Lion?

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 for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at The Red Lion?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Red Lion?

The closest major airport to The Red Lion is London City Airport (LCY), which is 9.9 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 28.1 mi away (41-minute drive).

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

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

The Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Toufik

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

I’d be Lion if I complained 😂

Stayed on Queen floor with a great view of the city. Room was impeccable and comfortable. Walk-in Shower was fantastic. Bed was very comfy too. Really enjoyed this stay. Would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

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

Lovely stay

Fab staff - perfect location for visiting friends. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here while our friend who lives nearby was having a baby. It was perfect for that. Very stylish and clean, a refuge for us while we felt able to be on hand for our friend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Very bad

very pathetic customer service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lucky find! Convenient location, close to Leytonstone underground station. Perfect as we had tickets for ABBA Voyage. We booked three rooms, all slightly different, very comfortable, lovely decor. Had food in the pub, typical pub food, reasonably priced. We would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Harry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Reece

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The room itself was nice enough, although not as good as the room we had last time. There was a party going on in the pub until 1am, lots of street noise and cars racing up and down the road, so we didn't get to sleep until gone 1am. However, this was to be expected in Leytonstone High Street and above a pub. What was NOT expected, was some random man walking into our LOCKED hotel room at 7:30am! Somehow, this person had entered the supposedly secure building & despite us locking the door from the inside, using the outside handle just unlocked and opened the door without needing the key card. Luckily I was able to get the man to leave but anything could've happened (especially to a female staying there alone) and my partner was unable to get back to sleep afterwards. We'd been out all evening whilst the party was going on & anyone could've come into our room, taken our belongings etc. I've contacted the company that owns this venue by email and phone, but have had no response whatsoever. It would seem they don't care about the security of their guests, once they have your money. We certainly won't be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, comfy and quiet, and the food at the pub was great and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely comfortable stay, pub food very good, very easy to access by tube, has a very good two nights.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stehen

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

6/10 Okay

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

A great visit!

We stayed one night for a family event in November 24. Both the pub and the hotel were wonderful! The room was super clean and extremely comfortable. Although there was a DJ playing, we heard nothing from our room. On top of this, it was in a great location with plenty of shops and food around, plus only a 5 minute walk to the tube. Thank you so much and I would recommend you to anyone needing to stay around the area!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to transport, fab staff and buzzing atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, fantatsic value for money!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great hotel

Great little hotel had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, very clean and surprisingly quiet. Check in was easy. Excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liubov

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

6/10 Okay

Philippa

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Alfred room - the ‘deluxe’. It was v nice but the mattress was awful on the divan box bed. My husband is a big man and this felt like it wasn’t a pocket sprung mattress. We kept rolling into each other. Which made for a really bad night. Big building, no lift and the Alfred room was a long way up, for those who might find that a problem. Pub kitchen had closed when we wanted to order food at 7pm mid week but you could order pizza to the pub, we just didn’t fancy it that evening.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Super comfy beds! I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024