Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central Location
Friendly Staff
Cons:
Noise issues
Temperature control in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.75
While rooms were clean, some guests mentioned issues with room temperatures and noise.
Service
8.25
Staff were generally praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.75
Guests highlighted the central location as a strong positive.
Room Quality
6.75
Some complaints regarding bed comfort and room temperature were noted.
Amenities
7.25
Standard amenities available, though some guests noted a lack of specific offerings.
Value for Money
7.75
Many guests found the hotel to be a good value, especially for the location.
Food and Beverage
7.25
Breakfast received positive mentions, but there were complaints about limited food options at times.
Overall Experience
7.25
Despite some issues, guests generally had a pleasant stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 14:57

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Award-Winning Restaurant and Cozy Lounges

Experience the charm of a 13th-century building at the Red Lion Hotel, where antique-furnished rooms offer a unique stay. Indulge in culinary delights at the award-winning restaurant or unwind in the Victoria Lounge by the log fires.

Convenient City Centre Location

Nestled in Salisbury’s historic city centre, our hotel is a stone's throw away from the cathedral and various shops, bars, and restaurants. Explore the city with ease, knowing that comfort awaits you upon your return.

Thoughtful Amenities and Local Flavors

From handmade furnishings to locally sourced produce at the Vine Restaurant, we ensure a memorable stay. Enjoy modern conveniences like free Wi-Fi, while savoring the historic ambiance of our hotel.

Book your stay at the Red Lion Hotel for a perfect blend of history and hospitality.

Important information:

The property has 6 car park spaces. These limited parking spaces are gate protected. Advanced reservations are required and cost GBP 20 per space, per night. Available from check in to check out.

Please note that an additional charge of GBP 20 will apply for early check-in. All requests for check-in outside of scheduled hours are subject to availability.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
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

7.5
Based on 2943 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.75
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 6.75
Amenities: 7.25
Value for Money: 7.75
Food and Beverage: 7.25
Overall Experience: 7.25
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alessia • couple • it
7
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Volker • couple • de
8
Hübsches Haus in bester Lage mit reichlich Flair, über den Renovierungsstau muss man hinweg sehen
Pros:

Die Lage ist nahezu perfekt. Das Haus hat sehr viel Charme, ist liebevoll gestaltet und hat einen traumhaft schönen Innenhof. Der Barservice war schnell, aufmerksam und die Auswahl war gut.

Cons:

Die Funktionsmöbel im Zimmer könnten nun wirklich mal erneuert werden. Sie sind alt, aber nicht antik, inzwischen ein wenig ramponiert und die Matratzen entsprechen nicht mehr dem 21. Jahrhundert.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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njm40 • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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linda • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

the location was good

Cons:

needs a refurb.stairs were very dirty and dusty.windowsndid not open so bedroom was realy hot.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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lorifbanks • Couples • Orlando, Florida
8
Beautiful Hotel and location with some big mishaps
Pros:

The Inn itself is really lovely in a great central location but with some major drawbacks. Parking is a nightmare . The long term lot behind the hotel was crazy to find a spot and when you do, you have to be up and out by 8:00AM to pay for your spot again. Not having sir conditioning on a hot day is horrible. They do provide a fan but with having to keep your windows open, pretty noisy.

2026-08-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Jörg • couple • de
7
Pros:

Zentrale Lage. Für ein oder zwei Übernachtungen OK.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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PAOLA • extended_group • it
8
Pros:

All’interno di una dimora molto antica,con una storia di 800 anni.
Nella camera ,come quadri d’arredo parte dei muri della struttura originaria;anche l’arredamento era in linea.Suggestivo.
Buona la posizione per visitare la Cattedrale.
Colazione buona.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
7
Excellent location, lovely staff, hotel a little tired
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Security to the bedrooms wasn’t as secure as I would like. The door was often found open

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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ERIC • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Bethe • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location.

Cons:

NA

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • us
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
8
Ideal location beautiful rooms.
Pros:

Beautiful place to stay , ideal location, our 2nd stay here.

Cons:

The staff were not as attentive this time, on our previous stay the staff were rushed off their feet but still made sure they smiled and kept on top of their work, breakfast was constantly refilled and nothing ran out, this time staff were just present.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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JOY • couple • gb
5
Disappointed
Pros:

The location was excellent.
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Interesting building.

Cons:

Breakfast was awful. Food was dry and overcooked. Kept having to go and find staff to replenish items. Pastries were stale. So bad we cancelled breakfast on the second morning and got a refund.
Toilet roll was not replaced on holder after room had been serviced. Duvet cover had a split on the seam so the duvet poked out.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Tiange Wu • extended_group • cn
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Anke • couple • nl
8
Heel aangenaam in prachtig historisch gebouw
Pros:

Ligging, behulpzaamheid personeel

Cons:

Storend geluid van ventilatoren in kamer. Mede door de noodzaak de ramen open te zetten. Het was behoorlijk warm warm… iIk kreeg een goed werkende ventilator en later een andere kamer .

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • au
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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291grahamb • Couples • Leicester, Leicestershire, England
6
Not a four star hotel as claimed.
Pros:

We stayed for two nights. We decided to have breakfast, which at £14.50 seemed on the high side. However on the first morning we went to the restaurant for the breakfast there didn't appear to be any staff on duty. We did however see someone clearing up briefly. The orange juice had run out and I had to go to reception to ask for some. I didn't like the look of the fried eggs or the scrambled eggs so I had to go to reception to ask for a poached egg. The bacon was as tough as eating beef jerky. The sausages weren't any better. We decided to have a pan au chocolate. They were extremely stale. We cancelled our breakfast for the second morning.
We were quite relieved that they didn't provide dinner otherwise we may have been doubly disappointed.
The hotel itself was looking a bit tired. It is definitely not a four star as it claims.
The staff on reception were very helpful and friendly. They were let down by the hotel.
The room we stayed in was OK. But again not of four star quality.
The one positive is the central location. Everything within Salisbury is easy walking distance.
I think the AA, who have awarded the four star rating, or Best Western need to inspect this hotel with a view to reviewing its status.

2026-08-23 • via Tripadvisor
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Nero • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • gb
10
Great little gem right in the middle of everything but really peaceful
Pros:

Lovely room, great staff lovely ambiance

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee