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Red Lion

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Swanage with a restaurant and a bar

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Comfort Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Family Room | Bathroom
Comfort Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi
Family Room | Lounge
Family Room | Lounge

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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63 High Street, Swanage, England, BH19 2LY
  • Swanage Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Durlston Country Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Great Globe
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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Room options

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Comfort Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Triple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Single Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Basic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | Lounge

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Swanage

Located within a 5-minute walk of Pier Beach, Red Lion is within a 15-minute stroll of Swanage Beach. This 3-star guesthouse has 5 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Swanage Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Swanage Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Durlston Country Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Great Globe - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Studland Beach and Nature Reserve - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Swanage Station - 4 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Funworld Arcade - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Black Swan Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gee Whites - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Salt Pig Too - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Red Lion

Guesthouse in Swanage with a restaurant and a bar
Red Lion features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 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 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 debit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 debit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Red Lion Swanage
Red Lion Guesthouse
Red Lion Guesthouse Swanage

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Red Lion?

This guesthouse in Swanage is within a 10-minute walk of Swanage Beach, Swanage Pier, and Pier Beach. You'll also find Dorset and East Devon Coast and Durlston Country Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Red Lion?

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

Does Red Lion have a casino?

No, Red Lion doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Red Lion?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Red Lion?

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

Are there hot tubs at Red Lion?

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

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

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

Does Red Lion allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Red Lion.

Are there connecting rooms at Red Lion?

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

What is the closest airport to Red Lion?

The closest major airport to Red Lion is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 28.1 mi away (62 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Red Lion?

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

Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We liked the easy way to get into town and all the amenities We weren’t impressed with the garden cleanliness and all needed a bit of clean and TLC
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025