Red Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2515 reviews)
Red Lion Lane , Basingstoke , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Value for money
Cons:
Outdated rooms
Noise issues
Some maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Most reviews mention cleanliness positively, though some indicate the need for updating.
Service
8.71
Many reviews highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
8.55
Great location with easy access to town center and amenities.
Room Quality
7.4
Mixed reviews due to outdated rooms and some complaints regarding comfort.
Amenities
7.93
Amenities rating varied; some rooms need additional features like plug sockets.
Value for Money
8.29
Generally considered good value for money, though some felt the rooms were overpriced.
Food and Beverage
7.94
Breakfast mentioned favorably, though not a main focus of reviews.
Overall Experience
8.01
Overall satisfaction noted, with willingness to return despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:23

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Comforts
Experience the best of both worlds at The Red Lion Hotel, a refurbished historic coaching inn offering the comforts of a modern hotel. Situated in Basingstoke centre, our property is just a short walk from the Railway Station, making it a convenient choice for travelers.

Convenient Location and Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and en suite rooms during your stay with us. Our cafe bar and restaurant provide the perfect setting to unwind after a day of exploring the town or shopping at the nearby Festival Place shopping centre.

Easy Access to Transportation
With the M3 motorway nearby and regular train services to Reading, London, and Heathrow airport, getting around is a breeze when you choose The Red Lion Hotel for your accommodation needs.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Basingstoke? Book your stay with us now!

Important information:

Breakfast must be requested at the time of booking.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 8 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2515 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.71
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 8.29
Food and Beverage: 7.94
Overall Experience: 8.01
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Gillian Billings couple gb
9
Pros:

Location

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
6
Pros:

location, size of room, staff

Cons:

spiders webs

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Anthony family_with_children gb
8
Better than expected for a town centre location. Clean comfy room. Easy access to the town.
Pros:

Comfortable room, easy parking, great location for easy access to the town centre.

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Jordan couple gb
7
2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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cavan couple gb
8
Pros:

Very clean and comfortable

Cons:

Food

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Stephanie family_with_children ie
8
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Hartshorn solo_traveller gb
10
Enjoyable, friendly staff, Wendy was excellent, really knew how to treat customers
Pros:

Convenient location, friendly helpful staff, good breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Osney couple gb
8
2026-02-25 via Nuitee
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Sonia solo_traveller gb
8
Staff are lovely and it’s good value for my
Pros:

It’s comfortable and clean.

Cons:

A tiny bit dated

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
10
Pros:

Location very convenient

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Wendy couple gb
10
A perfect one night stay to visit friends
Pros:

Great location, lots of parking, helpful staff

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Andy solo_traveller gb
8
Great value for a central location!
Pros:

Hotel was very easy to find, convenient parking onsite, very central location. Hotel was clean and staff were attentive, welcoming & friendly.

Cons:

The room decor is slightly dated but didn’t affect the comfort.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
8
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Maxine couple gb
9
The Red Lion Hotel
Pros:

The location was great for the event we were attending. The room was clean and had everything we needed for 1 night

Cons:

The bed was a little too soft for my personal liking.

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Kate family_with_children gb
9
Good clean hotel
Pros:

How close was to train station and where I need to be
Was clean and tidy
Smelt clean to

Cons:

Nothing about the property itself
Just think the breakfast they offer is over priced and did mention this to the lady at front desk
£7 for 3 brought in pancakes and £4.50 for toast

2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Kevin couple gb
10
2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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K3822MDalessiom Solo travel
10
Nice staying
Pros:

The Red Lion Hotel is a very nice and cosy place. I spent there 4 nights and the whole staff was very nice professional and friendly at the same time. Room clean with the cleaner very understanding as I was tired and I slept in in the morning and as soon as I left the room around 12 although I got back in 15 minutes after the room was spotless again, bed made up properly and coffee tea and biscuit all replaced again. Plus Sunday night which dinner stops at 8:30pm without realise I went there at 8:25pm they still said yes to me and gave me a tasty steak pie gravy and chips. Point is if you go around Basingstoke Red Lion Hotel is the 1 you wanna check in!
Chef Alessio Guaranteed 😁💯

2026-02-17 via Tripadvisor
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Edward couple gb
9
Excellent all round, staff couldn’t have been nicer, great breakfast
Pros:

Central, easy to park

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
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Stephen solo_traveller gb
8
Big up and bless
Pros:

Location and price, was also a comfortable room

Cons:

I couldn't get the light switches near the door to work; it wasn't a particular issue and I didn't raise it with the hotel so it's not a big problem

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Tim couple gb
8
Good value
Pros:

Dated but good value.
Beds too soft and the room is too hot.
Would use again due to price

Cons:

Beds.
Room temperature.

2026-02-13 via Nuitee