Red Lion Hotel

Hotels
Young & Co.’s Brewery
8.9 (721 reviews)
78 -80 Watling St , Radlett , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Some staff were not friendly
Room sizes varied

Categories

Cleanliness
8.78
Rooms were spotless and well-maintained, contributing to an overall pleasant stay.
Service
9.05
Staff were consistently friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
9.09
Excellent location with easy access to transport and local attractions.
Room Quality
8.84
Rooms were described as comfortable, cozy, and well-equipped.
Amenities
8.77
Good amenities available with thoughtful details throughout the property.
Value for Money
8.63
Guests felt they received good value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.98
Food received high praise, with many guests enjoying meals at the hotel.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall, guests had a very positive experience and were likely to recommend.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:20

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Convenience

Convenient Location: Situated near major transport links including the M25, M1, and A1, with easy access to central London via train.

Refurbished Interiors: Enjoy a blend of history and modernity in the fully refurbished bar, dining room, and guest areas dating back to 1906.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in freshly prepared British cuisine at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Experience comfort, history, and great food at The Red Lion. Book your stay now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Check-In:
Please note that if you use the hotel entrance door, you may need to ring the door bell to get in.

Late check-in (after 11:30 pm) is not possible.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 14 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age 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

8.9
Based on 721 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.78
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.84
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.98
Overall Experience: 9.05
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John couple gb
9
Pros:

Nice room. Fantastic staff

Cons:

Nothing to say

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Alison solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Beautiful decor, lovely breakfast. Perfect stay.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Jill couple gb
10
I had a brilliant stay - both my daughter and I enjoyed every moment.
Pros:

Everything! Especially the hospitality of the staff and the good - both dinner and breakfast were exceptional.

Cons:

The car park entrance was too steep for my car.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Sarah C Chandler couple gb
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Kristian solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Karolina couple gb
10
Loved my stay
Pros:

Had a wonderful stay! The room was perfect, the ambience was great, and the food was delicious. Highly recommended!

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Martin family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

All round feel to the place. The staff were fantastic, every single one of them. We had our newborn with us and the team really did make everything so easy!

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Neil solo_traveller ie
10
Pros:

Everything..the whole vibe
Service
Food all excellent

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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01horatio Couples Edinburgh, Scotland
10
Excellent
Pros:

We always like staying here as we come down to meetings held locally, on average 6 times a year. Always a very warm welcome. Very efficient signing in and out. Rooms are spacious (coffee machine always used!) and we usually request one not facing Watling Street. Atmospheric bar with cask ale. We have not eaten here but the evening menu looks excellent as does the breakfast. A bonus last week in the midst of the heatwave was the air-con in the room. We did not expect this. The World Cup evening last week downstairs (which did not disturb us upstairs!) was well-supported and there was tremendous atmosphere. Great to see The Red Lion being supported by folk. Well done one and all! It must be very hard working in hospitality at present so thank you to you all!

2026-06-26 via Tripadvisor
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sharoncI5092ZU Family
10
Fabulous place to stay.. A*A*A*
Pros:

Was a lovely room, huge bed, lovely air con which was perfect in this weather… everything I needed for my stay. Toiletries supplied, lovely selection of tea, coffee, hot chocolate. Perfect. Lovely staff, very helpful would 100% recommend and stay again. X

2026-06-25 via Tripadvisor
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kumari couple gb
10
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Anna family_with_children se
10
Rekommenderas varmt
Pros:

Superfint och tyst rum, härlig atmosfär med hjälpsam personal och väldigt god frukost! Perfekt läge för oss som anlände med bil till London för att besöka både stan (tågstation direkt över gatan) och Harry Potter studios (en kvart bort med bil).

Cons:

Inget.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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dianedO3011OY Couples Roussines, Charente, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
10
Great hotel in good position
Pros:

Stayed two
Nights in room 14, a bigger comfy, it had a large king size bed with pillow top mattress and was extremely comfortable. A large tv and a small fridge. Good shower. Tea and coffee making facilities. Very good two night stay. Would definitely recommend and return

2026-06-22 via Tripadvisor
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grahambB9371GM Couples
8
Our stay at the Red Lion
Pros:

Our room was very nicely furnished and comfortable with a good complimentary drink selection. We also had a meal which was also of a very good standard, so very happy with our stay

2026-06-22 via Tripadvisor
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Ricky Holcombe solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Good staff good room excellent food and drink very good breakfast secure parking.

Cons:

Nothing to fault thats why i keep coming back.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Lesley couple gb
10
We loved it. Bar and outside eating was very welcoming. Would definitely stay again.
Pros:

Everything. We had a small dog and he was well catered for. They are very dog friendly.? The manager Paul was extremely helpful. Food was very good. We ate in the restaurant in the evening and great choice of food for breakfast.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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B6037REamandae Family
10
Fantastic accommodation & food
Pros:

What a little gem of a place. It was the perfect location for our family weekend and was great that it had parking. The rooms were very comfortable and had everything you could need. The staff were really lovely and so obliging. We saw the amazing fish and chips which we had and they did not disappoint. We really enjoyed eating and relaxing in the outside area which was made perfect by the gorgeous weather.

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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W4648YLmartina Family Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
10
We Like The Red Lion
Pros:

We like The Red Lion. We like the location, we like the vibe, we like the quirky rooms, even if that means climbing rickety-ish stairs to get to some of them (but that is part of the vibe) and thinks it's reasonable value. Oh, and the staff are always friendly too and it has a good bar with an outdoor area ideal for those late afternoon summer drinks.

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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Louise family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Attending the Harry Styles concert, we stayed at this hotel and were genuinely impressed. The location is perfect — a lovely area just a one‑minute walk from the train station. Our room was clean, modern and comfortable, with one of the comfiest beds we’ve slept in.We ate and had drinks at the hotel and everything was great. The outdoor seating area is a lovely touch and made the stay feel even more relaxed.

The absolute standout, though, was Dan on reception. He is genuinely one of the best hospitality professionals I’ve ever met. Polite, friendly and incredibly helpful from the moment we arrived. He carried our bags upstairs, offered to leave drinks ready for when we returned from the concert, recommended a walk before we checked out, and even took the time to email me afterwards with the make of the bed‑settee because I’d commented on how comfortable it was.

Dan is a real asset to the hotel — every hotel needs a Dan. His kindness and professionalism made our stay memorable, and we’ll definitely return.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing, we even got great weather :-)

2026-06-15 via Nuitee