Red Lion Hotel

Hotels
9.1 (678 reviews)
The Quay , Clovelly , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Great food quality
Cons:
Overpriced
Issues with cleanliness in bathrooms
Parking concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Clean and well-maintained, but some reviews mentioned tired bathrooms.
Service
9.96
Staff were described as pleasant and accommodating, going out of their way to assist guests.
Location
10
Consistently praised for its stunning and unique location.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms were generally nice with lovely views, but some issues noted with smells.
Amenities
8.98
Standard amenities, additional lounges suggested.
Value for Money
7.94
Considered overpriced by some, especially regarding breakfast pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.99
Food quality praised, though menu variety criticized.
Overall Experience
9.47
Overall memorable stay with various positive elements, despite a few drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:47

Property Description

Striking Sea Views and Free Village Entrance
Located in a charming fishing village on the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast, The Red Lion Hotel offers rooms with breathtaking sea or harbour views. Guests enjoy complimentary private parking, WiFi, and access to Clovelly Village and Gardens.

Fresh Seafood Dining Experience
Indulge in daily caught fish and seasonal local produce at The Red Lion's restaurant, overlooking the bay. Ingredients sourced from the nearby Clovelly Estate Gardens ensure a delightful culinary experience.

Harbour Bar and Coastal Activities
Relax at the harbour bar with snacks and drinks while taking in the picturesque quay views. Explore the area with coastal walks or unwind with a game of darts at the hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable coastal getaway at The Red Lion Hotel.

Important information:

Please contact the hotel in advance to organize parking arrangements.

Guests wishing to dine in the restaurant must book ahead.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: EXT

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 678 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.96
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 7.94
Food and Beverage: 8.99
Overall Experience: 9.47
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Thé restaurant was really good both for dinner and Breakfast

Cons:

When I arrived at 1730 there was no one to check me in, I had to get the barman to do it.
Also at dinner I waited several minutes to be given a table.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Sue • extended_group • gb
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
10
2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
10
Amazing hotel we had a lovely room overlooking the sea,the staff were all so friendly and helpful and couldn’t do enough
Pros:

We loved the hotel and it’s amazing location and history

Cons:

There was nothing we didn’t like about it

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Thorsten • couple • de
5
Cons:

Durch Dach schräge war nur Baden möglich.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Shaun • couple • gb
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • us
10
Much, much better than you'd expect for a well-know tourist spot
Pros:

friendly, helpful staff. beautiful location. good food.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Gallagher • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Ambiance and location

Cons:

Rather compact room

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Arvid • couple • gb
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Marc • family_with_children • se
10
Pros:

Allt var bra.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Johan • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • solo_traveller • us
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Great location, nice breakfast & dinner. Cozy room

Cons:

Nothing, it was perfect!

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Desmond • couple • gb
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • solo_traveller • us
10
Great location with friendly staff and excellent food.
Pros:

Location, very friendly staff and excellent food. Also provided admission to Clovelly village and use of Range Rover for going up and down to top of village.

Cons:

Can’t think of anything except a bit pricey.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • couple • gb
10
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Terry • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Very nice people

Cons:

Room 2 should have a note when booking it saying that you cant uses the shower if you're a large person, as the doorway is so small to enter the shower

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Stratford • couple • gb
10
Excellent room and service with amazing views
Pros:

Really enjoyed our stay. We had an evening meal ( fish and chips ) which was excellent in the bar. Also had full English breakfast in the restaurant. Both meals were reasonably priced. Entry was included to the centre and gardens which are well worth a visit.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee