The Red Lion by Innkeeper's Collection

Hotels
8.4 (1973 reviews)
London Road , Portsmouth , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Cons:
Minor cleanliness issues
Overpriced for some services

Categories

Cleanliness
8.18
Overall clean environment but some mentions of cleanliness issues in the bathroom.
Service
8.95
Many reviews praised the helpful and friendly staff throughout the hotel.
Location
8.49
Great location with nearby attractions and convenient parking.
Room Quality
7.94
Rooms were comfortable and spacious but had some minor issues like paint flaking.
Amenities
8.47
Standard amenities available with room for improvement, like toiletries.
Value for Money
8.23
Some reviews suggested it was slightly overpriced for the experience.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Positive comments about the food quality and dining experience.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall a very positive experience with minor issues noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 15:43

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a 4-minute walk from Cosham town centre, The Red Lion by Innkeeper's Collection offers en suite rooms with a bar and pizza kitchen.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room features a TV, tea/coffee facilities, and an en suite shower with a hairdryer for your convenience.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of dishes at the restaurant, from burgers and salads to homemade stone-baked pizzas, including barbecue chicken, pulled pork, and vegetarian options.

Book your stay at The Red Lion by Innkeeper's Collection for a memorable experience in Portsmouth!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free public 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 cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1973 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.18
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.49
Room Quality: 7.94
Amenities: 8.47
Value for Money: 8.23
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Colin solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
9
A COMFORTABLE AND PLEASANT STAY, LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT
Pros:

NICE FACILITIES THROUGHOUT, VERY CLEAN.. NICE BAR AND RESTURANT DOWNSTAIRS..

Cons:

BAR OPEN ON MONDAY & TUESDAY

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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GRAP couple je
7
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
G
Gavinio68 solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The staff, cleanliness and free parking.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Gavinio68 solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Always love the staff here. Food is always good too.
Bedding and room is always clean.

Cons:

In very hot weather, the rooms are very warm even with the fans provided.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Wing Yin Connie couple us
3
Pros:

Decent

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
6
Great food very friendly staff.
Pros:

Location, food, drink, staff

Cons:

Small bathroom, the pub taken over by the England match

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Stephen couple gb
9
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Michael couple gb
3
Would not visit again!
Pros:

Proximity to the ferry terminal.

Cons:

This hotel is described as 4 star, at best it barely scrapes a 3! Out of the five bulbs in the ceiling light fitting, two were bright and three were dim; part of the skirting board was missing; the car park was a mess with a tatty caravan in one corner (which looked as if a member of staff was living there!); there was mould growing on the back of the bathroom door; the whole place was extremely tired looking and in need of a refurb and the bed was very uncomfortable. Basically it was just some rooms built on the back of a pub.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Tony couple gb
8
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
4
Ok
Pros:

Poor. Greasy

Cons:

Breakfast was greasy. Very limited choice for alternative to fried. Toast was piled onto the fried breakfast plate with butter and marmalade instead of separate plate. Worst breakfast I have been given.

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Caslin couple gb
10
Would stay again
Pros:

Staff were great and friendly. Place was clean and easy to access. Overall great

Cons:

Rooms are basic but have everything you need.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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carol solo_traveller gb
8
Would visit again and recommend for a short stay.
Pros:

Great location to walk to Queen Alexandra Hospital and to walk to Cosham Station to get to Gunwharf Quays and Southampton airport.
A very good breakfast and friendly staff

Cons:

No air conditioning but a very good fan provided so no complaint.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

Room fan wasn't great

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Kasander solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

I love everything about this pub/ hotel.
Wery clean, lovely staff and food .

Cons:

The weekend was very hot so the AC would be a grate bonus . Unfortunately there isn't AC . Other that that everything was wonderful

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Lyttleton solo_traveller gb
4
Not the best
Pros:

My room wasn't very clean had to tell reception
Had public hair on toilet and poo splashing on the toilet kid. Floor was dirty in bathroom
The paint coming of the walls not sure of it was damp then was had crumbled wasnt value for money im affaird
Also they could of got a better cooler fan being the hottest day of the year
Staff was so nice at the bar helpful and friendly

Cons:

As above put it all together

Also my camera on phone is broke so the photos are not very good

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Gyamfuah solo_traveller gb
7
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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patrice couple fr
8
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Michael couple au
8
2026-06-25 via Nuitee