The Red Lion Eaton

Hotels
8.5 (762 reviews)
52 Eaton Street Eaton , Norwich , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Pets allowed
Bar
Golf course
Private parking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food and drinks
Cons:
Steep staircase
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.75
Some rooms showed signs of wear and needed TLC, but general cleanliness was acceptable.
Service
9.25
Staff were friendly, welcoming, and attentive, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
8.25
Convenient location with easy access to city center, though some found it a bit far for walking.
Room Quality
7.75
Rooms were comfortable but had some issues with furniture and noise.
Amenities
8.75
Good amenities, though some guests mentioned wanting improvements like more power points.
Value for Money
8.25
Good value given the food quality and atmospheric pub setting, but some felt it was pricier than expected.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Excellent food and great atmosphere, with a variety of options appreciated by guests.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall a positive experience with minor drawbacks that did not overshadow the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 13:22

Property Description

Convenient Location
The Red Lion Eaton is ideally situated in Norwich, offering easy access to popular attractions like Blickling Hall, University of East Anglia, and Norwich Cathedral. With free private parking and proximity to the airport and railway station, guests can explore the city with ease.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at the hotel is thoughtfully equipped with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy bedding. The welcoming atmosphere and attention to detail ensure a relaxing stay for every guest.

Dining and Leisure Options
Guests can unwind at the terrace, enjoy delicious meals at the on-site restaurant, or have a drink at the bar. Whether visiting for leisure or business, The Red Lion Eaton offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Book your stay at The Red Lion Eaton for a memorable experience in Norwich.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 762 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.75
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.25
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Neil • couple • gb
10
Absolutely great place to stay and eat and drink. The beer Nelson was great
Pros:

Excellent place to stay. Clean and very comfortable

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely pub with great food. Good service and a clean comfortable room. Good value

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Justine • solo_traveller • gb
7
Comfortable and convenient
Pros:

Location was good for visit to UEA. Room was fine.

Cons:

Dinner service finishes early on a Sunday... so I missed it. Once the cost of breakfast was added to the room rate, I felt it was a little on the pricey side.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Benedict • extended_group • gb
10
A most enjoyable stay. Thank you very much!
Pros:

Welcoming and very pleasant staff. A wonderful experience !

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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GRANGE • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

The staff were friendly and very attentive, the ambience of the 17th century building brought something extra and the food excellent.
Very enjoyable stay.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Terence • couple • gb
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Good rooms outside in new block

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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jacqui • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely little pub . Great vibe. Excellent accommodation

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Judith • solo_traveller • gb
9
An oasis in the heatwave
Pros:

I was in the Stable block which was cool (despite the heatwave) and quiet. The location was fantastic and there was a good range of well prepared food on offer for breakfast and dinner.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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PAT • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Had a good comfortable stay and the staff were great also very good food

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Spencer • family_with_children • gb
9
Excellent service arrived very late, very accommodating to me and my son and the food was outstanding
Pros:

The History

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Fuller • couple • gb
7
Pros:

The bed was very comfortable..

Cons:

Stairs up to the room, old and having bad legs. Not easy to navigate. Bottom step to high..

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Gemma • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Everything. Its just a super lovely place x

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Louise • solo_traveller • gb
10
Comfortable stay in idyllic village
Pros:

This beautiful period property is well located in the pretty village of Eaton. The rooms are cosy and comfortable, the beds especially were some of the best hotel beds I’ve ever slept on! I can’t say enough good things about the staff; everyone was polite, friendly, and super helpful.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Matt • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect for UEA gig, great stay
Pros:

Great location for UEA gig, lovely food and staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Andy • solo_traveller • gb
7
Lovely place, lovely people but rooms need some sound proofing.
Pros:

Friendly owners.

Cons:

Rooms are very noisy due to very little insulations between rooms. I could hear whole conversations my neighbour was having on his phone.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • solo_traveller • gb
7
Very pleasant with no complaints
Pros:

Maybe picked a bad day, but World Cup semi Final and no downstairs TV. That said, I watch in my room and was "miserable there instead!" :-)

Cons:

I drove past the pub first time as the bushes had overgrown next to the building and hid everything so I couldn't see it

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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harrington • solo_traveller • gb
6
Disappointing
Pros:

Breakfast was nice. Free car parking.

Cons:

Very dated, the carpet looked dirty. Poor water pressure and took forever for the shower to get hot and then was scolding, no in between. Very thin walls, we could hear everything. The pub stopped serving food at 6 and closed early. Location wise, nothing else around. Not worth the money!

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Geoff • solo_traveller • gb
8
Great British pub restaurant with good accommodation and great staff
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The pub and food were great. good beers. Very handy for the university

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee