The Red Lion

Hotels
9.6 (27 reviews)
The Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, Colchester, Essex. , East Bergholt , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Cleanliness
Friendly Staff
High Standard Facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
9.76
Very clean, well appointed.
Service
10
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Location
9.23
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
9.77
Very well appointed.
Amenities
9.22
Facilities were of a very high standard.
Value for Money
9.25
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.71
Dinner in the restaurant and breakfast were very good.
Overall Experience
9.86
Overall a very positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 18:03

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations

Indulge in 5-star luxury at The Lion, where each room is elegantly designed with modern amenities for your comfort.

Stunning Garden Views

Relax and unwind in rooms that offer picturesque garden views, providing a tranquil setting for your stay.

Delicious Dining Options

Start your day right with a choice of à la carte, continental, or Full English/Irish breakfast options, prepared fresh every morning.

To experience luxury, relaxation, and exceptional service, book your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt today.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 27 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.76
Service: 10
Location: 9.23
Room Quality: 9.77
Amenities: 9.22
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.71
Overall Experience: 9.86
C
Carol anne • couple • gb
10
Our stay was fantastic I would return
Pros:

It was exceptional food fantastic clean and very comfortable overall fantastic stay staff were lovely

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Parsons • couple • gb
10
Pros:

our stay was amazing room was ready earlier then check in time we had a great Sunday lunch and breakfast so delicious all served piping hot .a big thank you to all the staff at the red lion.plus plenty of free parking at the rear of the property

Cons:

there was nothing we didn't like

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
G
Gavin • couple • gb
9
A great place to stay and explore Constable country, warm welcome, great food and drink.
Pros:

A Warm and Hearty Stay with Outstanding Food

We had a lovely stay at the Red Lion in East Bergholt. From the moment we arrived, we received a very warm welcome from the incredibly friendly staff, which set a great tone for our trip. There is also ample free parking located conveniently to the rear of the pub, making arrival entirely stress-free.
Our room was spacious and featured a large, exceptionally comfortable bed. The bathroom was well-stocked with plenty of toiletries and the shower was fantastic and hot. We did have to ask reception to have our towels changed and to get the heating turned on, but the staff sorted both requests out quickly and politely.
The highlight of our stay was definitely the dining. The Full English breakfast is fantastic and cooked to perfection. We also ate in the pub on our last night; I had a great steak and they served a brilliant gluten-free fish and chips for my partner, which was a massive plus. A separate fryer is used to ensure the food is gluten free.
We would definitely stay here again for the wonderful hospitality and excellent food!

Cons:

Towels changed on request and had to ask for heating to be turned on.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Steve • solo_traveller • au
10
Very smart well appointed property. Staff were very friendly and helpful dinner in the restaurant and breakfast of avery
Pros:

Very clean, well appointed. Facilities were of a very high standard

Cons:

No complaints

2025-11-20 • via Nuitee
D
darren • couple • gb
10
Clean, comfortable, great food and very good polite staff
Pros:

Everything and the breakfast was amazing

Cons:

We had to leave

2024-11-23 • via Nuitee
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Ian • couple • gb
10
Totally recommend this beautiful spot to anyone and we will be going back.
Pros:

Our whole experience was excellent from the moment we arrived, beautiful place, great staff, service was excellent and the rooms were beautiful.
The food was absolutely delicious, and we were made to feel very welcome ❤️

Cons:

Nothing

2024-11-18 • via Nuitee
R
Richard • couple • gb
9
2024-11-16 • via Nuitee
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H.Andrea • family_with_children • gb
10
You greatly enhanced our trail from Cheshire for a wedding.
Pros:

We were impressed by the helpful, friendly manner of the staff, booking in and serving us throughout. The food was excellent and our son who accompanied us and dines out regularly in the UK and globally was suitably satisfied. My full English breakfast was delicious,- not always a “ given” !…Incidentally you were able to provide rooms near, but, thoughtfully, our son decided that my husband would be better on the first floor with fewer steps to tackle, This change was kindly organised. You ticked all the boxes and all the staff wanted to please.Thank you.

Cons:

Nothing !

2024-10-07 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • solo_traveller • gb
10
Charming and comfortable stay with very generous and warm staff
Pros:

Great service, the team went above and beyond in helping me using my brief stay. The rooms very fanatically appointed and very comfortable

Cons:

nothing

2024-09-23 • via Nuitee
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Nadia • family_with_children • gb
10
2024-09-21 • via Nuitee
N
Nidhi • couple • gb
8
2024-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Ying • solo_traveller • cn
8
2024-09-03 • via Nuitee
M
Marianne • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The food the room it was lovely just be careful as restaurant shuts on a Sunday early

Cons:

Village was quiet but that did not spoil it

2024-08-27 • via Nuitee
D
Debra • couple • gb
10
2024-08-18 • via Nuitee
L
Linda • couple • gb
10
Excellent value
Pros:

Beautifully restored, great food, great service

Cons:

Nothing

2024-08-16 • via Nuitee
J
Jarlath • couple • gb
8
2024-08-11 • via Nuitee
T
Tony • couple • gb
9
2024-08-02 • via Nuitee
V
van der Meer • couple • nl
8
2024-07-17 • via Nuitee
E
Emma • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very nice overall
Pros:

Super staff
Breakfast lovely
Bed very comfy & room super clean

Cons:

No stand-up shower
Doors closing with a bang at 5am & 6am on Sunday morning
Rare steak needs practice (rare not raw)
Couldn't pay bill all in one go - had to pay for room & meals separately, seems a bit mad

2024-07-17 • via Nuitee
M
Megan • couple • gb
10
2024-07-16 • via Nuitee