Red Lion

Hotels
8.1 (271 reviews)
87 Market Place , Swaffham , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Clean and tidy accommodations
Friendly and attentive staff
Great central location
Cons:
Dated room decor
Limited food options
Parking issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Rooms were described as clean and tidy, although some noted dated decor.
Service
8.48
Staff were consistently described as friendly and attentive.
Location
8.52
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent and central location of the hotel.
Room Quality
7.87
Mixed reviews on room quality; some found rooms comfortable, others stated they were dated.
Amenities
8.1
Amenities met basic expectations with some issues mentioned like lack of parking.
Value for Money
8.16
General sentiment indicates reasonable value for a central location.
Food and Beverage
7.51
Breakfast service issues were noted; overall food quality was not extensively reviewed.
Overall Experience
8.18
Most reviews expressed a positive experience with willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 13:04

Property Description

Historic Surroundings
Nestled in the charming town of Swaffham, Red Lion offers a unique stay surrounded by historical landmarks such as Castle Acre Castle and Castle Rising Castle.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at Red Lion is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, plush bedding, and a private bathroom. Family rooms are also available for a convenient stay.

Convenient Location
With attractions like Houghton Hall and Blickling Hall within close proximity, as well as easy access to Norwich International Airport, Red Lion is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Ready to experience a blend of history and comfort? Book your stay at Red Lion now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

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 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: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 271 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 8.48
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 7.87
Amenities: 8.1
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 7.51
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Paul • extended_group • gb
9
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • gb
6
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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mandyneil • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Helen • extended_group • gb
9
A comfortable, good value stay in a central location.
Pros:

Very helpful staff. Quiet rooms despite central location.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Nice room, comfortable bed, and great location.

Cons:

The staff hosed down the courtyard at 8am on a Sunday.
Also, the shower curtain didnt stay inside the shower base, so the floor got extremely wet.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Grant • extended_group • gb
9
Spot on for our group of 6 cyclists riding the rebellion way. Owners and staff super friendly.
Pros:

Everything we needed for our first night cycling the Rebellion way. Made life super easy after a 10 hour day on two wheels. Super friendly and welcoming. Good communication too, both via email and on the phone especially when we were running much later than expected for check in. The team obviously take pride in what they do and really care so thanks Team Red Lion Swaffham for a great experience....You're Legends!!!!

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • couple • gb
6
Very pleasant
Pros:

Very friendly staff

Cons:

They didn’t serve breakfast

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Anita • solo_traveller • gb
8
Good value accommodation in Swaffham
Pros:

Small room, but comfortable with good facilities. Very clean. Lovely, warm welcome when we arrived. Rooms tucked behind the pub but no problems with noise.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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luke • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Pete • couple • gb
8
Would certainly stay there again
Pros:

Good location, really helpful staff, very clean

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
10
If you want a nice home cooked meal and comfortable bed for the night then this is the place to book.
Pros:

What a good find. Great food, lovely friendly place and comfortable clean room.
Wouldn’t hesitate to book again if in the area.

Cons:

No complaints

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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sean • couple • gb
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Private

Cons:

Mattress topper. Memory foam very hot

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Kay • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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samantha • extended_group • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

Very clean , cosy room all facilities great, Staff friendly tea and coffee making facilities really quiet. Great value

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Duncan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Comfortable room, clean, well appointed. Really friendly welcome, happy to accomodate me, my bike, all my cycling stuff, and the Landlord even leant me a charger for my phone.

Cons:

Nothing, I think they did a great job.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • gb
8
Polite, helpful and friendly owners and staff .
Pros:

Staff and owner were very friendly, polite and helpful
Evening meal was very nice

Cons:

Only one item, re ….The bed kept creaking when sitting or lying on it, or moving at night

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • fr
8
Made very welcome by family and all members of staff
Pros:

Central in Swaffham

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • couple • gb
4
I was very disappointed as per my other comments.
Pros:

It was clean and tidy and the food was very plentiful.

Cons:

In my opinion you could not rightfully use the term 'deluxe' to describe the room as per the booking section. It was all very dated.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
9
Ok
Pros:

No breakfast

Cons:

Breakfast provision

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee