The Red Lion, Madley

Hotels
8.9 (425 reviews)
The Red Lion , Hereford , gb

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Pet bowls
Fire extinguishers
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues in bathroom
Rooms felt cramped

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
Cleanliness in the bathroom was only ok.
Service
9.65
Staff were all very nice and friendly, contributing to an overall positive experience.
Location
9.05
Great location for walking dogs, though close to the road.
Room Quality
8.15
Some rooms were somewhat small and cramped.
Amenities
9.05
Included breakfast and the ability to sign in to Netflix were positives.
Value for Money
8.65
Breakfast included was an incredible extra for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
9.35
Food was delicious, both for dinner and breakfast, with variety.
Overall Experience
9.15
Overall excellent experience, with plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 10:16

Property Description

Prime Location
The Red Lion in Madley, just 11 km from Hereford Cathedral, is a tranquil escape with easy access to nearby attractions.

Modern Amenities
Rest easy in our stylish guest rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, free toiletries, and comfortable bedding for a relaxing stay.

Delectable Dining Options
Indulge in a hearty breakfast buffet or savor à la carte dishes at our on-site restaurant, promising a delightful culinary experience.

To experience luxury amidst nature, book your stay at The Red Lion, Madley now.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 425 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.65
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 9.35
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Anne solo_traveller gb
7
Relaxing enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Very good food and helpful staff. Kind and friendly with my dog too. Would recommend this pub.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Yvette couple gb
9
This is an absolute gem of a place and will shine in our memory for exceptional food and service.
Pros:

The Red Lion absolutely deserves its impressive ratings. The food at both dinner and breakfast was exceptional and every member of staff we had the pleasure of meeting were so welcoming and proficient.

Cons:

The room was a good size and well appointed but the building is not very well insulated and we were aware of sound from people above and next to us in the morning.

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Alistair couple gb
8
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Leigh solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely place & will return
Pros:

Great all round

Cons:

Check out too early at 10am, should be 11am

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
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Morgan couple ie
8
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Iain solo_traveller gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything apart from check in

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Helen couple gb
8
Lovely pub and accommodation with welcoming staff.
Pros:

Very welcoming staff, clean and tidy bedroom with comfortable bed.

Cons:

Room was quite small

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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mary couple gb
10
Business overnight to deliver & collect from nearby.
Pros:

Breakfast was great also had an evening meal which was lovely. Stayed before and its an ideal location for where we needed to go. Staff are friendly & helpful.

Cons:

Nothing better, just they did say that they had pop up kitchen on a Tuesday which happened to be a curry which we decided to do the following night Wednesday, as we had had a good meal from them before, and it didn't disappoint.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Tanya couple gb
10
Pros:

Stayed here twice now and know the pub well its a Lovely historic pub.. great rooms beautifully furnished.. good tea tea tray and toiletries provided and the breakfast was exceptional!!
Staff are lovely.. we even got an upgrade on our 2ns visit

Cons:

Nothing everything was great!!

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Barney couple gb
10
Perfect overnight stay to break up long drive to Wales. Staff gave us a lovely welcome and showed us to a beautiful room
Pros:

Lovely cosy bedroom, comfy bed. Super friendly staff, great food.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Michelle couple gb
9
2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
10
Great value for money, friendly staff, amazing food
Pros:

Lovely pub, great food for both dinner and breakfast. Staff very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The room I stayed was nice, clean, and great value for money.

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely country inn with good rooms, food & facilities.
Pros:

The Red Lion is a warm and welcoming inn. The food was very good and the staff were very obliging on all requests and queries you may have. The breakfast was lovely and they portioned it exactly as I requested. My room was warm and comfy with all the facilities I needed.

Cons:

Nothing really, my ground floor room had a little traffic noise early in the morning but nothing to really bother about.
I ama light sleeper.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Susanne couple de
6
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Jeremy couple gb
9
2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Nara couple gb
10
Pros:

Comfortable room. Beautiful food. Staff were very friendly and welcoming

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Malcolm solo_traveller gb
10
Absolutely Amazing Stay – Above and Beyond Kindness!
Pros:

I only stayed at The Red Lion Hotel for one night, but honestly, so much good can happen in just one evening and morning!

Madley is such a quiet, peaceful location, which was perfect before my interview the next day. The room was lovely and comfortable, and I really appreciated the historic character of the building — especially the main reception area and the breakfast room. The en suite bathroom was great too. The room was warm, the hot water worked perfectly, and the bed was really comfortable. I even had one of the most satisfying showers I’ve had in a while — the water pressure was better than mine at home!

After a long train journey from Leicester, I slept really well and woke up refreshed and ready for my interview. Breakfast was a classic full English — sausage, bacon, eggs, beans and mushrooms — simple, delicious, and exactly what I needed to start the day.

But what truly made this stay unforgettable was the kindness of the staff.

I had pre-booked an Uber for the morning, but when it was time to leave, no drivers were available in the area. I started to panic because I was worried about being late and missing my interview opportunity. I felt completely stranded.

The staff immediately stepped in to help. They were calm, reassuring, and incredibly supportive. They contacted the owner, who happened to be on the way to the hotel, explained my situation, and without hesitation, I was given a lift to my interview location — and they wouldn’t even accept payment for it.

I can’t describe how relieved I felt in that moment. It was such a genuine act of kindness toward someone they had only just met. It meant more to me than they probably realise.

From the warm welcome the night before to helping me in a stressful moment, everyone truly went above and beyond. I’ll never forget the experience.

I absolutely recommend this hotel — not just for the comfort and food, but for the incredible people who run it.

Cons:

The only thing I didn't like is...NOTHING! The stay was homely, the shower was great, the breakfast was delicious and filling, and the staff were all WONDERFUL! What can I say? I love EVERYTHING about The Red Lion hotel!

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Brian couple gb
9
1 night stay at Red Lion
Pros:

Beautiful room, food was amazing, best pie I have ever had ! Staff were lovely.

Cons:

The room got incredibly hot as the heating was on full so although it was lovely when we first arrived, we woke at 3 a.m and were sweltering so had to turn the radiators off, however this is a personal preference.

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Jane couple gb
9
Next time I'm in the area this is a good base to stay
Pros:

Room fantastic. Evening meals fantastic

Cons:

Shower unit needs updating

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Philip solo_traveller gb
10
I highly recommend this lovely place
Pros:

It was excellent and the lady who served me was lovely

Cons:

No issues with it really enjoyed my stay

2026-02-26 via Nuitee