Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central Location
Friendly Staff
Cons:
Noise issues
Temperature control in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.75
While rooms were clean, some guests mentioned issues with room temperatures and noise.
Service
8.25
Staff were generally praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.75
Guests highlighted the central location as a strong positive.
Room Quality
6.75
Some complaints regarding bed comfort and room temperature were noted.
Amenities
7.25
Standard amenities available, though some guests noted a lack of specific offerings.
Value for Money
7.75
Many guests found the hotel to be a good value, especially for the location.
Food and Beverage
7.25
Breakfast received positive mentions, but there were complaints about limited food options at times.
Overall Experience
7.25
Despite some issues, guests generally had a pleasant stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 14:57

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Award-Winning Restaurant and Cozy Lounges

Experience the charm of a 13th-century building at the Red Lion Hotel, where antique-furnished rooms offer a unique stay. Indulge in culinary delights at the award-winning restaurant or unwind in the Victoria Lounge by the log fires.

Convenient City Centre Location

Nestled in Salisbury’s historic city centre, our hotel is a stone's throw away from the cathedral and various shops, bars, and restaurants. Explore the city with ease, knowing that comfort awaits you upon your return.

Thoughtful Amenities and Local Flavors

From handmade furnishings to locally sourced produce at the Vine Restaurant, we ensure a memorable stay. Enjoy modern conveniences like free Wi-Fi, while savoring the historic ambiance of our hotel.

Book your stay at the Red Lion Hotel for a perfect blend of history and hospitality.

Important information:

The property has 6 car park spaces. These limited parking spaces are gate protected. Advanced reservations are required and cost GBP 20 per space, per night. Available from check in to check out.

Please note that an additional charge of GBP 20 will apply for early check-in. All requests for check-in outside of scheduled hours are subject to availability.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 8 years old stay for free 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.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 2567 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.75
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 6.75
Amenities: 7.25
Value for Money: 7.75
Food and Beverage: 7.25
Overall Experience: 7.25
H
Howard • couple • gb
7
Generally good
Pros:

Location good. Room okay Food good

Cons:

More cupboard space and a better shower

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Silke • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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CHRIS • couple • gb
9
Good and relaxing
Pros:

Location was good close to amenities, Cathedral etc. Nice rooms, nice staff/ Very helpful

Cons:

Nothing. Location was good. Evening meals would have been nice. Would have happily paid extra

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • couple • pt
9
Agradável surpresa em Salisbury
Pros:

Localização, área do quarto, simpatia dos funcionários

Cons:

Casa de banho! Presença de uma banheira grande, sem qualquer tipo de apoios para entrar ou sair. Muito escorregadia e perigosa para idosos. Pequeno almoço pouco variado e caro para os produtos apresentados

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very nice city centre hotel but don’t expect parking
Pros:

The hotel itself is very well maintained. The room was clean and very comfortable. The staff are professional and friendly. The breakfast was one of the best breakfast I’ve had in a hotel in a long time. Well done!

Cons:

They entry for this hotel says it has parking. When I got there, expecting a car park, I was told they only had five spaces and they were all fully booked. There is a car park next door, but it is a short stay and it’s quite expensive.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
2
Pros:

Staff

Cons:

Hotel rooms are opposite a night club which is less than 20 meters away !!!

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
M
Matthew • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

The Red Lion is a lovely character full hotel which was a pleasure to stay at. The staff were excellent and the hotel was very clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Parking in the public carport behind the hotel was a long walk to the reception entrance and we could not use the locked carport entrance which would have halved the walk.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Richard C • extended_group • gb
8
Ideal for a few days exploring Salisbury and the surrounding countryside.
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff. Limited parking but nearby public car park is convenient. Excellent breakfast. Good storage for bikes.

Cons:

Bar was a bit dreary and no bitter.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
K
Kim • couple • gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Location

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
9
Central, clean, lovely helpful staff, ye olde world bedroom
Pros:

Close to town centre and all it encompasses, and the staff were absolutely amazing

Cons:

The noise on Saturday was quite loud but you expect it in a town centre with loads of pubs and gen x

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • au
7
Old English charm in great location!
Pros:

The location was brilliant. The property itself is so pretty and the staff were really lovely. If you’re looking for old English charm, this hotel is perfect.

Cons:

The rooms were so hot! It was 10 degrees outside and even with the window open we were sweating. Our room was opposite a night club so having the window open in the evening was very loud. The cleaning could have been a bit more through as there were used shampoo sachets in our shower. The bed was also two beds pushed together so it made having a cuddle difficult 😂

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Bennett • couple • gb
8
OK
Pros:

Parking looked tricky and expensive, so used Park & Ride. Hotel looks very old and wonderful. Breakfast can be ordered on the day and can be paid for by cash.

Cons:

Drinks at the bar expensive and disappointed they don't accept cash - needs to change. Further than I thought from the Cathedral but the walk was ok.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • it
10
Bellissimo centralissimo hotel vecchio stile inglese.
Pros:

Ottima posizione, camere molto belle e particolari, colazione buona, staff molto gentile e competente

Cons:

Manca l'ascensore quindi può essere poco agevole per persone anziane. Anche per andare in bagno c'è un gradino.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Binelle • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

La camera era perfetta in stile casa di campagna, accogliente e comoda.
La struttura meravigliosa una piccola perla nel Wiltshire che è di per sé una perla

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Antea • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Ottima posizione per girare la città. Vicinissimo anche alla fermata del bus per Stonehenge. La stanza nella norma, pulita. Colazione standard, nulla di straordinario.

Cons:

La stanza dava sulla strada quindi era molto rumorosa, soprattutto considerando che abbiamo pernottato di sabato sera. In generale una struttura che gioverebbe di un ammodernamento.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
9
Cyclist friendly hotel
Pros:

A centrally located hotel with friendly staff. It is an old building, but the rooms are comfy and cosy. We were able to store our bicycles securely inside the hotel overnight.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Hsin-Yi • family_with_children • fr
7
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
J
Jim • couple • gb
9
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Nicolò • couple • it
8
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee