Red Lion Inn

Hotels
8.8 (207 reviews)
Fore Street , Sidbury , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
BBQ facilities
Darts
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Fruits
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Parking issues
Room quality variability

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Generally mentioned as very clean, but some comments about specific issues in bathrooms.
Service
9.25
Staff friendliness and helpfulness frequently praised in reviews.
Location
9.09
Good location, lovely village scenery and convenience noted in several reviews.
Room Quality
8.24
Mentioned as comfortable but some rooms had low ceilings and basic amenities.
Amenities
8.77
Facilities available, though noted issues with showers and parking.
Value for Money
8.73
Generally considered good value with some caveats regarding room quality.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Food quality and breakfast were positively highlighted by several guests.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall enjoyed the stay, despite noted issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-09 03:02

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Red Lion Inn, nestled in Sidbury, offers comfortable rooms with flat-screen TVs and en-suite bathrooms, ensuring a relaxing stay for guests.

Entertainment and Activities
Unwind in the on-site bar or have a blast in the function room featuring a bowling lane. Engage in various local activities like fishing, horse riding, and hiking, with walking routes aplenty in East Devon.

Nearby Attractions
Explore nearby gems like The Donkey Sanctuary and Crealy Adventure Park & Resort, perfect for family outings. Conveniently located, with Exeter International Airport just a short drive away, Red Lion Inn is your gateway to a memorable stay.

Important information:

Please note that check-in/check-out times can vary as the property is a village pub and closes between 15:00 and 18:00 daily. Please contact the property prior to arrival to make arrangements.

Due to the style of the building, this room is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 207 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.24
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Julie couple gb
10
Great food and really lovely welcoming people made us feel very muc at home and the locals were really nice too - th foo
Pros:

The people and the atmosphere

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
J
John couple gb
9
Lovely location
Pros:

Wonderful welcome and helpful owners.

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
W
Worley couple gb
9
Pros:

Really nice place, a good atmosphere and great food. Nice room.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
P
Paul solo_traveller gb
10
Little Gem
Pros:

As soon as you walked in you felt welcome, room was very peaceful and cosy, and the food was incredible.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
L
Lewis couple gb
10
Grate location, definitely stay again
Pros:

Very friendly owner and really clean and comfortable bed

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
R
Rhiannon solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Great food, friendly staff. Room was bigger than expected (low ceilings which would be an issue for taller people but fortunately not me).

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Sharon solo_traveller gb
10
Loved it
Pros:

Good breakfast. Staff and room brilliant. Bus was my only transport and could have been better facility later in evening especially Sunday.

Cons:

Only bus service. Accomodation was top.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
J
Joanna solo_traveller gb
7
Needed a bed for the night as travelling ,was the cheapest in the area ,that's why I stayed there
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
C
Clare couple gb
10
The red lion was everything we wanted and more, and we will most definitely be returning
Pros:

The pub had a real sense of community. It has been there a long time and the building is old with a lot of character. The owners have decorated the pub and the rooms keeping a sense of the history. It was also bright and welcoming. The bedding was good quality. It was very comfy very clean and there was everything there we needed.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Alan solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

Can't think of anything to like about the place

Cons:

1. no WiFi. 2. the hight of the ceiling in the bedroom was only 6ft I'm 6ft 2, and bumped my head getting in and out of the bathroom. Also unable to stand up in the bath due to low ceiling. 4. No shower screen so shower floods the floor. 5. Plunger for the plug was stiff and took a lot of effort to open plug toilet was running all night.. says in the room has blackouts. Not true just a roller blind that doesn't cover the whole window. 6.bed was old and hard with only one pillow. 7Breakfast is not included in the price (That's a £12extra if pre booked) 8. No offence road parking...

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
D
David extended_group gb
8
A very enjoyable stopover on our way to Dartmouth.
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and helpful.
The breakfast was extra cost on top of the accommodation but well worth the money. A good choice of cereal, fruit, yoghurt, croissants etc plus a good choice of freshly cooked breakfast .

Cons:

The stairs were very steep up to the top floor but it is an old building so it’s just part of the heritage.
It was quite difficult to turn the door key to our room as it was so close to the door frame.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
T
Tully solo_traveller gb
4
Clean and welcoming but didn't like the room at all
Pros:

The pub seemed nice

Cons:

The very low ceiling in the room. The heat in the room, the fan being very loud.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
S
Steven couple gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

The staff and the locals are some of the friendliest people you could meet.
The food was amazing and so were the ales.
The rooms were lovely and clean.
Jazz who works there was a diamond she really looked after us.
I will definitely going be back there

Cons:

NOTHING

2026-01-12 via Nuitee
M
Matheus couple gb
10
2025-12-12 via Nuitee
R
Reg solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

All good.

Cons:

All very good

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
C
Christine couple gb
9
2025-10-13 via Nuitee
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Vicky solo_traveller gb
10
2025-10-09 via Nuitee
J
Jeanette couple gb
8
Great value for money
Pros:

Rooms were comfortable and clean , staff and food were excellent.

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
L
Lloyd couple gb
10
Pros:

Warm friendly staff and locals

Cons:

Rugs in the bedroom move around to much.

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
D
David Kelvin couple au
10
Pros:

Great food,comfortable beds,classic English Pub with great hosts.
Good value

Cons:

No lift but building is 200 years old !!

2025-09-10 via Nuitee