Red Lion Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2929 reviews)
Red Lion Lane , Basingstoke , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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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Outdated rooms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Mixed reviews due to outdated rooms and some complaints regarding comfort.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2929 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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Pimakhova solo_traveller ua
8
Pros:

Каждый день меняли полотенца. Молодцы

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Lexikon couple gb
7
Overall it was nice, albeit some caveats with the noise.
Pros:

Room was clean, so as the toilet. Staff is accommodating, allowed us to check in a bit early. Rules were explained properly, and also offered additional information. We were out a bit late during the first night, and they correctly instructed us on how to get in the hotel even though they have a curfew of 23:00.

Cons:

The noise from other rooms, as well as from outside the hotel. You can clearly hear voices through walls, and at times it woke up my wife during her sleep. I do not think it is the hotel's fault, but something to think about.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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steven couple gb
8
The Room was very hot
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Neil solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline solo_traveller gb
8
I was staying on my own for 2 nights and it felt secure. A telephone that links to the 24 hour reception, not that I nee
Pros:

Firstly the receptionist as I entered was super friendly, welcoming and helpful. I liked the layout of the atmospheric old-style building; such as the winding staircase for the top floor where I stayed.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Dorota family_with_children gb
10
See you again
Pros:

Location, staff attitude

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Hetzke solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Staff were exceedingly helpful throughout and facilitated an evening meal in my room.

Cons:

The room is in need of an update - matress needs a.topper as springs are protruding and uncomfortable to sleep on; shower leaked extensively onto bathroom floor.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Joseph couple nl
7
Een prima verblijf voor een nacht als tussenstop.
Pros:

De kamer en badkamer waren erg schoon. Het personeel was erg behulpzaam bij het parkeren van de auto toen de parkeerplaats vol bleek te zijn.

Cons:

Het ontbijt had best wat meer kwaliteit mogen hebben. Het was niet aantrekkelijk uitgestald en erg karig. De mevrouw die ons bediende werkte hard en was erg vriendelijk.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Lucy extended_group gb
8
Nice hotel. Good place to stop before joining our ship in Southampton. Breakfast was nice. Staff very helpful.
Pros:

Quirky hotel with some old parts to it. Good sized rooms

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Tobias family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

The staff went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible! Couldn’t ask for a better experience!

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Jacob solo_traveller gb
5
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Pacopat solo_traveller ch
6
Pros:

La serviabilité du personnel.

Cons:

La moquette, la grandeur de la chambre et pas de climatisation.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Akomolafe solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

The environment

Cons:

Ventilation

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Ivanchu90 couple gb
8
A hotel in Town centre.
Pros:

The room was OK

Cons:

It was a bit noisy during a couple of nights.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Leanne Gowler solo_traveller gb
8
Top notch stay
Pros:

Very big hotel with plenty of rooms. I originally booked for one night, then later decided to book a second night. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to book the same room at the time, which was absolutely fine with me. However, when I checked in, the hotel staff had already noticed the separate bookings and arranged for me to stay in the same room for both nights without me even asking. I thought that was top-notch service.

All the staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay. I was warned that the hotel can be lively and noisy due to the function room downstairs and the local nightlife, but I must have been lucky as my room was very quiet and I wasn't disturbed at all.

The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. A fan was provided, which was much appreciated as the weather was particularly hot. There were tea and coffee making facilities, along with a TV with Freeview channels.

The bathroom was clean, with hand soap and shower gel provided. It had a shower over the bath, which was a nice change as I do enjoy a good bath from time to time. The shower was easy to use, had good water pressure, and it was simple to adjust the temperature. There was also plenty of storage space for clothes if needed.

Overall, I had a lovely stay at a very reasonable price and would happily stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing to report

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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meilland solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

pres de tout

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Leanne Gowler solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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pgw69 couple gb
7
Comfortable friendly stay
Pros:

Staff were great, but the hotel looks tired and in need of a lick of paint and a steam clean.
However, it must be respected this building has been around since around 1603, so expect uneven creaky floors.
We had a great room, the Vyne Room, two windows for lots of natural light and ventilation, only marred by a noisy nearby bar, but it was tolerable.
Breakfast was basic, the bacon was missing from mine, but I let it go as I had changed my order and felt it unfair to complain. The hotel side is very nice, the tavern side was a bit smelly and the carpets needed cleaning, but I think this is operated as a separate business, however, the local ale was very good.

Cons:

No complaints really, but a facelift, paint-job or whatever would lift the property and make it much more appealing.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Wagner solo_traveller br
8
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Shaw solo_traveller gb
8
A ideal place for a night or two good place to stay if visiting bastingstoke!
Pros:

Very close to the main town and not too far from the station
Ideal for a 2 night stay

Cons:

The toilet had trouble with the chain
And bath was small

2026-08-03 via Nuitee