The Red Lion

Hotels
9.6 (27 reviews)
The Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, Colchester, Essex. , East Bergholt , gb

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Tour desk
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly Staff
High Standard Facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.76
Very clean, well appointed.
Service
10
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.23
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
9.77
Very well appointed.
Amenities
9.22
Facilities were of a very high standard.
Value for Money
9.25
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.71
Dinner in the restaurant and breakfast were very good.
Overall Experience
9.86
Overall a very positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:03

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Indulge in 5-star luxury at The Lion, where each room is elegantly designed with modern amenities for your comfort.

Stunning Garden Views

Relax and unwind in rooms that offer picturesque garden views, providing a tranquil setting for your stay.

Delicious Dining Options

Start your day right with a choice of à la carte, continental, or Full English/Irish breakfast options, prepared fresh every morning.

To experience luxury, relaxation, and exceptional service, book your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt today.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 27 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.76
Service: 10
Location: 9.23
Room Quality: 9.77
Amenities: 9.22
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.71
Overall Experience: 9.86
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Steve solo_traveller au
10
Very smart well appointed property. Staff were very friendly and helpful dinner in the restaurant and breakfast of avery
Pros:

Very clean, well appointed. Facilities were of a very high standard

Cons:

No complaints

2025-11-20 via Nuitee
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darren couple gb
10
Clean, comfortable, great food and very good polite staff
Pros:

Everything and the breakfast was amazing

Cons:

We had to leave

2024-11-23 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
10
Totally recommend this beautiful spot to anyone and we will be going back.
Pros:

Our whole experience was excellent from the moment we arrived, beautiful place, great staff, service was excellent and the rooms were beautiful.
The food was absolutely delicious, and we were made to feel very welcome ❤️

Cons:

Nothing

2024-11-18 via Nuitee
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Richard couple gb
9
2024-11-16 via Nuitee
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H.Andrea family_with_children gb
10
You greatly enhanced our trail from Cheshire for a wedding.
Pros:

We were impressed by the helpful, friendly manner of the staff, booking in and serving us throughout. The food was excellent and our son who accompanied us and dines out regularly in the UK and globally was suitably satisfied. My full English breakfast was delicious,- not always a “ given” !…Incidentally you were able to provide rooms near, but, thoughtfully, our son decided that my husband would be better on the first floor with fewer steps to tackle, This change was kindly organised. You ticked all the boxes and all the staff wanted to please.Thank you.

Cons:

Nothing !

2024-10-07 via Nuitee
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Daniel solo_traveller gb
10
Charming and comfortable stay with very generous and warm staff
Pros:

Great service, the team went above and beyond in helping me using my brief stay. The rooms very fanatically appointed and very comfortable

Cons:

nothing

2024-09-23 via Nuitee
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Nadia family_with_children gb
10
2024-09-21 via Nuitee
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Nidhi couple gb
8
2024-09-15 via Nuitee
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Ying solo_traveller cn
8
2024-09-03 via Nuitee
M
Marianne couple gb
10
Pros:

The food the room it was lovely just be careful as restaurant shuts on a Sunday early

Cons:

Village was quiet but that did not spoil it

2024-08-27 via Nuitee
D
Debra couple gb
10
2024-08-18 via Nuitee
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Linda couple gb
10
Excellent value
Pros:

Beautifully restored, great food, great service

Cons:

Nothing

2024-08-16 via Nuitee
J
Jarlath couple gb
8
2024-08-11 via Nuitee
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Tony couple gb
9
2024-08-02 via Nuitee
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van der Meer couple nl
8
2024-07-17 via Nuitee
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Emma solo_traveller gb
8
Very nice overall
Pros:

Super staff
Breakfast lovely
Bed very comfy & room super clean

Cons:

No stand-up shower
Doors closing with a bang at 5am & 6am on Sunday morning
Rare steak needs practice (rare not raw)
Couldn't pay bill all in one go - had to pay for room & meals separately, seems a bit mad

2024-07-17 via Nuitee
C
Charlotte couple gb
10
Beautiful hotel with great food and wonderful staff
Pros:

Everything was great, from the location to the staff and the comfort and cleanliness of the room was above my expectations. We had a very enjoyable stay and the food was absolutely delicious too!

Cons:

Nothing, genuinely no complaints!

2024-07-16 via Nuitee
M
Megan couple gb
10
2024-07-16 via Nuitee
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Palmer couple gb
10
Perfect Short stay
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, decorated to a high standard and extremely clean. Food excellent and staff all very friendly.

2024-07-08 via Nuitee
J
Jack couple gb
9
2024-06-06 via Nuitee