The Red Lion, Madley

Hotels
8.9 (399 reviews)
The Red Lion , Hereford , gb

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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

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Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 399 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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Geraldine • family_with_children • gb
9
Lovely comfortable stay
Pros:

Rooms were comfortable and had everything we needed. We arrived earlier than expected but we were given our rooms straight away. All staff
were lovely. Friendly, had a sense of humour but were professional with it. We had a lovely evening meal my oxtail croquette and fish and chips were delicious and generous. The best chips! Breakfast followed suit and my poached eggs were just perfect. Not snotty white or hard yolk!

Cons:

Only thing was rooms were chilly on arrival but only had to turn radiators on (which probably wouldn't have been the case if we weren't so early) rooms quickly warmed up and temperature could be adjusted to suit.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Dermot • couple • gb
9
Warm, cosy, friendly comfortable old-fashioned inn with excellent food.
Pros:

It did everything it said on the tin. A warm, cosy, friendly country pub. The room was a little small and could have done with an armchair or two, but the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was excellent and the service amazing. I'd go back.

Cons:

Maybe a comfy chair in the room or a comfy seating area somewhere (maybe beside on of the woodburners!).

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • gb
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
6
room okay for summer maybe when weather is better, when not having to go back and forth to pub
Pros:

breakfast was okay. seating was very close, not much room had to ask to be moved

Cons:

room was not in main building, our room was quite small and the double bed was against the wall! this was not great as we both need to use facilities during the night. so bed had to be moved across. room very cold when we got there. room at dinner in the main pub very warm uncomfortably so.

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • gb
10
The food here is absolutely sublime, that’s the whole reason we would love to come back if we are ever travelling that w
Pros:

Nice and out of the way of everything, the pub is such a lovely period property.

Cons:

Small carpark when arriving at the same time as people who were just dining. Could do with separate parking for people staying or designated spaces.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Baljinder • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very friendly and cosy place to stay

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Exceptional rooms great food

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Scott • extended_group • gb
10
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Carole • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely village location with delicious food
Pros:

Very welcoming pub with a lovely atmosphere and the rooms were really cosy. Breakfast choice was really good, delicious and piping hot. Ate dinner in the pub on both nights of our stay, wide ranging choice and the fish and chips were really tasty. It was great to be able to bring the dog into the dining room, he especially appreciated the sausage for breakfast.

Cons:

The road outside is busy but it quieten down
after 8pm.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Edna gail • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great value for money and excellent breakfast
Pros:

Quiet location, staff where very helpful and attentive excellent breakfast, food was lovely and the cafetière I the room was a nice touch

Cons:

Nothing bad about it

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Breakfast was very good, as was the choice. Would have been good to have some fresh fruit available.

Cons:

Evening meal was a little pricey but having said that mains were not bog standard pub meals.

Think they need to be clear on the booking websites that accommodation is not in the main pub but in as separate building and up metal steps - we managed but a person with more serious disability issues would not.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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R A • couple • gb
10
look forward to going back
Pros:

A1

Cons:

everything

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • gb
5
Ok room, nicely decorated but smelt of damp
Pros:

Breakfast was nice
Good available parking
Rooms were stylish

Cons:

Room smelt of mould, and damp
Rugs on floor we’re not clean and had visible stains in them
Walls very thin so you could hear people around us moving around / going to the bathroom etc.
unfortunately I don’t think anywhere in the area would have been greatly better.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jim • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Room was well appointed and comfortable bed

Cons:

Nouse from very nearby road and from adjacent rooms.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Leire • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • gb
8
Would recommend. Very comfortable, airy rooms with plenty of windows and big beds.
Pros:

Friendly staff, very attentive. Breakfast (full english) was small, 1x item of everything, but did the job. Very pretty pub, well maintained, lovely beer garden and sheltered outside area. Excellent value. Lovely room.

Cons:

Breakfast was a little small, 1x item of everything for full English and the toast wasn’t cooked enough. Lovely pot of tea. It was all very well cooked and presented lovely.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Sam • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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atholl • family_with_children • gb
8
lovely
Pros:

good location, nice parking friendly pub. good food nice breakfast.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • gb
9
Very comfortable and welcoming.
Pros:

Very good and plenty of choice.w

Cons:

We were happy with the whole experience.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee