The Atherstone Red Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.2 (1197 reviews)
Long Street , Atherstone , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Family friendly
Excellent staff
Great location
Cons:
Noise disturbances
High food prices

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
Some reviews noted issues with strong cleaning product odors in rooms, affecting the perceived cleanliness.
Service
8.76
Multiple reviews praised the staff for being friendly, helpful, and going above expectations.
Location
8.5
Great location noted for proximity to shops and ease of access to attractions.
Room Quality
7.95
Generally comfortable with some concerns about room conditions and placement.
Amenities
7.98
Amenities met basic expectations, but some critiques on food prices and availability.
Value for Money
8.13
Perceived value generally good, though some felt food prices were excessive.
Food and Beverage
7.99
Breakfast and dinner generally well-reviewed, but food prices were mentioned as a con.
Overall Experience
8.26
Overall a pleasant experience despite some issues with noise and room conditions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 13:59

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort

The Atherstone Red Lion, a 500-year old former coaching inn, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comfort. Each room features a private modern bathroom, tea/coffee facilities, and a TV, providing a cozy retreat for guests.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in the flavors of Italy at our authentic Italian restaurant or savor a freshly cooked full English breakfast upon request. With an extensive lunch and dinner menu served in our lounge and conservatory, culinary delights await at every meal.

Versatile Event Spaces

Whether hosting a private dinner or a corporate event, our private dining rooms and function rooms can accommodate up to 150 people. Perfect for weddings, conferences, or special occasions, our versatile event spaces cater to all your needs.

Experience the perfect blend of history, comfort, and culinary delights at the Atherstone Red Lion. Book your stay now for a memorable experience.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1197 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 8.76
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 7.98
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 7.99
Overall Experience: 8.26
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Joanne • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great price, location, and Great accommodation.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Really great

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
1
Very very cold room very unpleasant
Cons:

Room was freezing cold no heating in the room .
Bed sheets extremely cold and damp feel.one tiny fan heater that was insufficient. Slept fully clothed with a coat on.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
9
Short stay was very pleasant
Pros:

Great location for what we needed

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely place to stay
Pros:

Comfortable and lovely staff

Cons:

All perfect

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Claire • couple • gb
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn Tindall • extended_group • gb
9
Very comfortable, will book here again as very good and convenient for my business needs
Pros:

Excellent service from the receptionist Rian, thank you. He made us feel welcome and booked us a taxi for the next morning, coming to tell us over dinner it was booked and where it would pick us up.
Dinner was hot and delicious. The barman was clearly new and training and Rian came over after we had got our drinks to thank us for being patient with him.
The rooms were small, but comfortable and very clean.
Breakfast was cooked to order and well presented with quality products.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • gb
8
A very good hotel offering excellent value for money, and I would heartily recommend it.
Pros:

We had a small, but spotlessly clean room with an extremely comfy bed.

Cons:

For the price, it was absolutely fine, so I have nothing negative to say.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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kaylee • couple • gb
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rosemarie • family_with_children • gb
8
Overall a good pleasant hotel despite a couple of issues would go back.
Pros:

Room ample size, mother & adult daughter booked a triple room, stayed for sisters 60th birthday party being held in hotel. Liked that rooms are named like suites. Was warned there was a party booked for that evening by reception on our arrival, we said yes we’re going lol, reception expected it to last until about 1am but we were finished by 11.

Cons:

Parking, atrocious not enough spaces and very limited disabled spaces, no lift only stairs awkward shapes, very narrow corridors. Toilet didn’t flush in morning. Music could be heard and felt through floor during day, hours before party due to start.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tony • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely place to stay - if you can find your room!
Pros:

Car parking was a little tight but I did manage to squeeze into the last available space. Parking is a huge bonus.

Cons:

The signs indicating the way to rooms in the annexe are terrible - some of our party had a lot of trouble finding their rooms as a result.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Roger • family_with_children • gb
6
Great staff, bland atmosphere
Pros:

Lovely staff. Clean rooms and hotel
Sympathetic building extension
Staff were alert but not in your face. Pleasant, professional and helpful
The hotel should be rightfully proud of their staff performance and attitude

Cons:

For a former coaching inn all the character had been lost in the beige bland decoration etc. could have been anywhere or modern build. However I guess most income comes as a wedding venue and many don’t want the building trumping the bride
Range of beers was meh. The dinner menu was uninspiring. Breakfast was so-so and the coffee weak
No soap in bathroom
However I’d go back again if in the area, being as the basics were good just the atmosphere and delighters were missing - which is a shame

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
10
Five star
Pros:

Breakfast and all meals lovely couldn’t find anything wrong any where including the room all staff fantastic couldn’t do anymore for you 😀👍

Cons:

Nothing could be better everything was great

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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stephen • couple • gb
10
great
Pros:

ambience,staff, food....just good.we are returning in September !!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tui • couple • gb
8
A convenient and clean hotel with helpful staff. Carpets could do with deep cleaning or replacing.
Pros:

Geographical convenience.

Cons:

Mattresses thin - value mattresses.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Mark • extended_group • gb
2
Memorable for the wrong reasons
Pros:

Staff were friendly

Cons:

When we arrived the hotel didn't have our booking, as it didn't work via booking .com, so our rooms wasn't reserved. They had to cancel the booking when they eventually found it and book us in to the premises adjacent which were cheaper rooms, then told me I had to sort out the refund myself, which I haven't done as I am too busy at work at the moment. None of this was my fault so why I have to spend time to recover these costs is beyond me!

Not only this but the room smelled of drains and had clearly not been used very often, the beds were uncomfortable and a couple were arguing all night in the stair well that disturbed me sleep, apart from that it was ok!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
2
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee