Red Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2727 reviews)
Red Lion Lane , Basingstoke , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Value for money
Cons:
Outdated rooms
Noise issues
Some maintenance needed

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Most reviews mention cleanliness positively, though some indicate the need for updating.
Service
8.71
Many reviews highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Location
8.55
Great location with easy access to town center and amenities.
Room Quality
7.4
Mixed reviews due to outdated rooms and some complaints regarding comfort.
Amenities
7.93
Amenities rating varied; some rooms need additional features like plug sockets.
Value for Money
8.29
Generally considered good value for money, though some felt the rooms were overpriced.
Food and Beverage
7.94
Breakfast mentioned favorably, though not a main focus of reviews.
Overall Experience
8.01
Overall satisfaction noted, with willingness to return despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 03:23

Property Description

Historic Charm with Modern Comforts
Experience the best of both worlds at The Red Lion Hotel, a refurbished historic coaching inn offering the comforts of a modern hotel. Situated in Basingstoke centre, our property is just a short walk from the Railway Station, making it a convenient choice for travelers.

Convenient Location and Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and en suite rooms during your stay with us. Our cafe bar and restaurant provide the perfect setting to unwind after a day of exploring the town or shopping at the nearby Festival Place shopping centre.

Easy Access to Transportation
With the M3 motorway nearby and regular train services to Reading, London, and Heathrow airport, getting around is a breeze when you choose The Red Lion Hotel for your accommodation needs.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Basingstoke? Book your stay with us now!

Important information:

Breakfast must be requested at the time of booking.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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 8 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2727 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.71
Location: 8.55
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.93
Value for Money: 8.29
Food and Beverage: 7.94
Overall Experience: 8.01
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carl extended_group gb
7
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
9
Great stay, will be back
Pros:

The breakfaat was luke warm, excellent quality but just not hot x

Cons:

The temprature of the breakfast

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Rafal solo_traveller gb
10
Last room in town
Pros:

Perfect location.

Cons:

Dated furniture.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller gb
6
Cons:

You can tell a smoker had stayed in the room before me as it smelt of cigarettes.

It would be better if the window opened more to get more air in.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
9
Nice nights stay in a great location with lovely staff
Pros:

Lovely staff and clean comfy bed just round the corner from shops and nightlife

Cons:

Room was very hot there was a fan but could do with something more to cool it down.
Walls and carpet a bit tatty

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Adam solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
6
Pros:

The receptionist was very helpful. My wife uses a walker and she completely understood what was needed to resolve an issue around an accessible room. I didn't take her name but she is a real asset to the hotel

Cons:

The mattress was quite soft and I have a bad back. It didn't help me get a good nights sleep. Apart from that the room was fine. The rest of the hotel was what we expected.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Copping couple gb
8
Pros:

Opted out of breakfast, but had dinner in the gaming taven

Cons:

The heat but this was a variable the hotel had no control over

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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GIACOMINA extended_group it
9
La cittadina è stata una piacevole sorpresa. Ha un bel parco per fare delle belle passeggiate
Pros:

la posizione centrale e la gentilezza del personale

Cons:

mancava un frigorifero e l'aria condizionata

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
D
denise couple gb
8
Good vacation
Pros:

Good location. Clean . Friendly staff . Good price.

Cons:

Short on food at buffet breakfast

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Robin extended_group gb
10
Third time here, good each time.
Pros:

All as expected.

Cons:

A bit warm in the room but there was a heatwave.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Lilia couple gb
8
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Neptune solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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celeste maria solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Karen-UK couple gb
10
Pros:

The staff were lovely. The location was great and having the free carpark was great too. The pub side was great for people who like playing games. Never seen anything like it before and it was very busy. We didn’t eat breakfast but the room looked really nice.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Bedminister solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Lift was worrying

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Malaeru solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Sara-Anne solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Loved the breakfast

Cons:

Bed was not comfortable.
Springs coming out

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Bart solo_traveller nl
7
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Scott solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Love staying here good value and the restaurant is good value for money and really nice food beds are comfortable nice cosy hotel despite being in middle of town its not noisy ideal for us when we want to go to places near by or a night at the anvil theatre

Cons:

We liked everything

2026-05-20 via Nuitee