Red Lion Hotel by Greene King Inns

Hotels
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Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
8.1 (3272 reviews)
East Street , Fareham , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Garden
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Tasty breakfast
Cons:
Tired room appearance
Cleanliness concerns in bathrooms
Dated amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.4
The bathroom appeared tired and in need of updates, with cleanliness issues due to visible wear.
Service
8.4
Staff were friendly and the service was generally perceived positively, though some issues in promptness were noted.
Location
8.9
The hotel has a great location, being central and easily accessible.
Room Quality
7.4
Rooms were reported as tired-looking and needing renovation, impacting the overall quality perception.
Amenities
7.9
The hotel offers decent amenities, though some facilities were noted as dated.
Value for Money
8.4
Guests felt they received good value for the price paid, despite some concerns.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Food quality for both dinner and breakfast received positive remarks, with a variety of choices.
Overall Experience
8
Overall experiences were generally positive, with guests expressing willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 02:47

Property Description

Classic Rooms with Modern Amenities

Located in the heart of Fareham, the Red Lion Hotel offers spacious and classic rooms with private bathrooms, TV, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee facilities. Each room is elegantly furnished, providing a comfortable stay for guests.

Cozy Bar and Restaurant

The inn's bar, featuring real ales and leather sofas, is the perfect spot to unwind. Guests can indulge in speciality coffees, bar snacks, and daily specials prepared by the chef. The cosy ambiance makes it ideal for relaxing after a long day of exploring Fareham.

Convenient Location

Situated next to Fareham Shopping Centre and a short walk from various shops and restaurants, the hotel offers easy access to local attractions. With Fareham Rail Station nearby and Portsmouth just a 10-minute drive away, exploring the area is convenient for guests.

Experience comfort and convenience at the Red Lion Hotel - book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 3272 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.4
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 8
G
Gayle • couple • gb
10
Very convenient for fareham live, great breakfast and very friendly
Pros:

Very friendly and welcoming.
Clean rooms although a bit outdated

Cons:

Didn’t experience anything negative

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
A
Anne • couple • gb
8
Comfortable and convenient
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Small double bed

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
G
Glyn • solo_traveller • gb
8
Clean, Comfortable, would stay again
Pros:

I've stayed here several times and I would again, the place is a little dated and the corridors are a bit of a maze but its clean, comfortable, the staff are nice and the breakfast is great.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
J
Jo • couple • gb
9
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
D
David • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Good food and location to Portsmouth port.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
V
Vanda • extended_group • gb
7
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
S
Stuart • couple • gb
8
All the staff were fantastic from the start with Valerie who double checked our taxi bookings
Pros:

Suited our needs

Cons:

The bathroom needs updating

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
B
Bernie • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Breakfast was great, well cooked, and unhurried.
Staff were all excellent, friendly and helpful

Cons:

Room could have doner with a bedside lamp

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
J
Julie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Good location for a weary traveller.
Pros:

Good location just off the motorway. I arrived late in the evening due to my delayed ferry crossing but I was greeted by the receptionist who was most helpful. I was able to park my motorbike securely outside. The room was spacious and very clean. Quiet at night.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
D
David • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • couple • gb
6
Pros:

The property was in a really nice location

Cons:

The first night we stayed on the ninth, we had no hot water at all. Also, when we pulled the sofa out, it was full of dust at the back like it hasn’t been touched for a long long time

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
J
Jean-Pierre • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Parking
Grande chambre
Bien situé près de la gare bus

Cons:

Problèmes en ce qui concerne la carte des menus pour le soir. Beaucoup de menus n'étaient plus disponibles dus au changement de cartes

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
S
Steven • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
S
Sarah • couple • gb
3
My cousin 60th birthday weekend
Pros:

The property was located in really lovely location

Cons:

Unfortunately we had no one hot water when we arrived and had to have cold showers due to the boiler was not working and they had to call someone out that got fixed around midnight we was told

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
S
Stephanie • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
B
Basani • solo_traveller • gb
3
Horrible- I regret choosing The Red Lion Hotel. Thankfully I will not be going back and will not recommend it to anyone.
Pros:

Very close to my event venue. Room big and beautiful. Appeared “clean “

Cons:

Very strong smell of old dust at the head end of the bed. Immediately triggered my allergies. In the end I had to move the pillows to the foot end. This experience spoiled my entire sleep and night of my birthday celebration and for such a high amount I paid for the room!

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
T
Tipping • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Nice staff good meals good location

Cons:

A little expesive

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
A
Adam • solo_traveller • gb
6
Ok for one night
Pros:

Was a decent pub in a good location

Cons:

Is very dated and needs upgrading in the rooms. Especially the bathrooms

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
D
Denise Elizabeth • solo_traveller • gb
10
Easy to find and park - staff are really friendly our second stay with them and won’t be our last - food is amazing
Pros:

Easy to find and park
Staff are friendly
Rooms are spotless
Food is amazing

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
M
MATTHEW • couple • gb
9
Pros:

location was spot on with the large free car park too

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee