Red Lion Hotel

Hotels
9.1 (715 reviews)
The Quay , Clovelly , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Great food quality
Cons:
Overpriced
Issues with cleanliness in bathrooms
Parking concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
8.49
Clean and well-maintained, but some reviews mentioned tired bathrooms.
Service
9.96
Staff were described as pleasant and accommodating, going out of their way to assist guests.
Location
10
Consistently praised for its stunning and unique location.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms were generally nice with lovely views, but some issues noted with smells.
Amenities
8.98
Standard amenities, additional lounges suggested.
Value for Money
7.94
Considered overpriced by some, especially regarding breakfast pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.99
Food quality praised, though menu variety criticized.
Overall Experience
9.47
Overall memorable stay with various positive elements, despite a few drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:47

Property Description

Striking Sea Views and Free Village Entrance
Located in a charming fishing village on the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast, The Red Lion Hotel offers rooms with breathtaking sea or harbour views. Guests enjoy complimentary private parking, WiFi, and access to Clovelly Village and Gardens.

Fresh Seafood Dining Experience
Indulge in daily caught fish and seasonal local produce at The Red Lion's restaurant, overlooking the bay. Ingredients sourced from the nearby Clovelly Estate Gardens ensure a delightful culinary experience.

Harbour Bar and Coastal Activities
Relax at the harbour bar with snacks and drinks while taking in the picturesque quay views. Explore the area with coastal walks or unwind with a game of darts at the hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable coastal getaway at The Red Lion Hotel.

Important information:

Please contact the hotel in advance to organize parking arrangements.

Guests wishing to dine in the restaurant must book ahead.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: EXT

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 715 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.49
Service: 9.96
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.98
Value for Money: 7.94
Food and Beverage: 8.99
Overall Experience: 9.47
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Cindy couple us
10
Lovely and cozy
Pros:

The atmosphere was outstanding. Excellent location. The room with ocean view was fantastic. Very spacious room. Parking was easy and close. Lovely restaurant and pub.

Cons:

Eating options are limited.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Patrick couple nl
9
Prachtige plek
Pros:

Prachtige plek . S’avonds rustig overdag erg druk .
Personeel was erg vriendelijk en het eten was heerlijk .

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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ArttuFin solo_traveller fi
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Katherine extended_group au
10
Great boutique place to stay in the beautiful village of Clovelly.
Pros:

Beautiful location, friendly staff and steeped in history.

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Diana couple de
8
die Unterkunft ist schön am Wasser gelegen
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal, schönes Gebäude

Cons:

Im Restaurant sind die Preise sehr hoch, lieber im Pub essen

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Andrea couple au
10
Was a wonderful experience, amazing!! Love it
Pros:

Oh it was just wonderful, the staff were so happy and helpful. Hotel was beautiful and so nice!!!

Cons:

Nil

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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jill solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
T
Thomas couple de
9
gerne immer wieder
Pros:

Lage, Lage und noch mal Lage

Cons:

es gab nichts zu beklagen

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Helene extended_group be
9
Beau, agréable et insolite !
Pros:

Bel immeuble dans un site insolite. Très cosy, belle deco, bon dîner et petit déjeuner.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
S
Silvia couple ch
7
Für 1 Nacht auf unserer Tour durch Cornwall war es Tipp Topp
Cons:

Sehr kleines / enges Bett

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Daniel Bodansky solo_traveller us
9
Great place to stay in Closely
Pros:

Fantastic location. Excellent views. Quite comfortable. Very good breakfast. Parking at the hotel.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
J
John solo_traveller gb
10
Lovely Clovelly room 8.
Pros:

Obviously the location is second to non. As a resident you are entitled to the land rover taxi and entry to the the village and also the other attractions. The evening meal I ordered ( Beef Bravette) was delicious and at £26 not overpriced in my opinion.

Cons:

AA 4star is fair for the remote location, quirky and quiant however it is not city centre standard.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Katherine family_with_children gb
10
Really enjoyed our stay here.
Pros:

The room was amazing. Location was stunning, right beside the sea. The staff were very friendly. The village was very interesting.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Diane couple us
9
Beautiful Period Property
Pros:

We received a warm welcome from Rich at check-in and had an absolutely spectacular view from our room. We awoke to an amazing sunrise and the sounds of the ocean. Our dinner and breakfast at the hotel were very nice and the staff were very friendly. The use of Land Rover service and complimentary parking were well worth the price of the hotel.

Cons:

Nothing. We would love to return to the Clovelly and this hotel.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
A
anand couple gb
10
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Julie couple nz
10
Perfect
Pros:

The best place to stay in Clovelly. Free Parking is available. The rooms are well equipped nice comfortable beds. Restaurant on site for dinner and breakfast. Stay included free entrance to village and gardens. Also free Land Rover transfer to visitors centre which means you can then walk down through village to hotel at waters edge.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Alain WETZEL solo_traveller be
8
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
R
Rachel couple gb
8
Pros:

Excellent breakfast. Lovely location.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
A
andrew couple gb
9
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
K
Krzysztof solo_traveller cz
10
Pros:

Vše

2026-06-02 via Nuitee