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Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel perfect for exploring Basingstoke

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Reception
British cuisine
Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Lounge
Lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Red Lion Lane, Basingstoke, England, RG21 7LX
  • Wote Street Willy
    2 min walk
  • Mayflower Chinese Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Basingstoke Station
    9 min walk
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    47 min drive

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Double Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Basingstoke

Heart of Basingstoke.With a stay at this Basingstoke hotel, you'll be steps from Wote Street Willy and Willis Museum. Festival Place and The Anvil are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Willis Museum - 2 min walk
  • Festival Place - 8 min walk
  • The Anvil - 10 min walk
  • Basingstoke Leisure Park - 3 min drive
  • Milestones Museum - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Basingstoke Station - 9 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Maidenhead Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olive House Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kokoro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Tea Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Hotel

Georgian hotel perfect for exploring Basingstoke
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Red Lion Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Basingstoke hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1700
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Red Lion Hotel offers 60 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 11.95 per person
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Red Lion Hotel to the airport?

Red Lion Hotel is 18.8 mi (29-min drive) away from the Farnborough (FAB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Lion Hotel?

As of Dec 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Lion Hotel on Jan 2, 2025 start from $62.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Red Lion Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Red Lion Hotel.

Does Red Lion Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Red Lion Hotel, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 11.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Red Lion Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Red Lion Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Red Lion Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Red Lion Hotel have a pool?

Red Lion Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Red Lion Hotel have a restaurant?

Red Lion Hotel is home to Restaurant, which features British cuisine.

Does Red Lion Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Red Lion Hotel to downtown Basingstoke?

Red Lion Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Basingstoke.

Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 344 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 895 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 895 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staff, great breakfast, nice shower with mixing faucet. Just next to Festival Place mall.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mekindra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

NATASHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room
Lovely hotel room and in a convenient location, in the middle of Basingstoke town centre. Only issue was a leak from the bath tub.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jon

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing
This 'hotel' is tired and in need of some renovation or at least a little TLC. The room wasn't dirty but felt dusty and there was a build up of dust behind furniture. The carpet looked like it was rescued from a Wetherspoons and I was reluctant to remove any footwear. Light bulbs in lamps were broken or missing. The room was on the cool side and on inspection the original sash window was open by a few centimetres and was covered with some secondary glazing. On attempting to close the window it seemed that it was stuck open and I was worried that using too much force would rip it from the frame. Hence the secondary glazing I suppose. It wasn't too bad for my stay but I would imagine it would be drafty and cold later in the year. The bathroom was OK but again the shower over the bath was quite old and not the best and there were some signs of discoloured grout and tiles. There were signs of peeling paint and dark, grubby marks on the walls and this along with the poor state of carpet and repair was also visible throughout the corridors. The staff that I met were great. Very friendly and helpful. I didn't make use of the restaurant and bar but from a quick glance they seemed reasonable. I would very much question how this establishment has achieved an 8.2/10 rating as for me, even without the issues I found in my room, I couldn't say it was more than 5/10. All in all a rather disappointing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Business traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kieron lee

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was good for shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location right next to the Festival Place. Room was quiet, clean, with an updated bathroom. Breakfast buffet was good. Very quaint hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here regularly and have never had a problem. The location is great, within walking distance of the town and shopping centre. The price is always reasonable. The staff are friendly. The breakfast is good. I can't comment on evening meals as I have never had one there due to the proximity of local restaurants and takeaways.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vishal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I stayed in another hotel ....its a fraud
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
We use it for 2 nights. The cook help yourself Breakfast was poor. Rooms about dated ,areas was brilliant, staff friendly, helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

John Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is of a very good standard - no frills, but this feels 'environmentally' sensible in this day and age. But good, simple accommodation and friendly, efficient staff at the welcome desk. We've dropped some stars in a couple of areas though. Firstly, the access gate leading to the pedestrianised street was not lit on the Saturday night of our stay - it was totally dark, but you could hear people loitering there. Secondly, the smoking area directly under our window seemed a regular gathering place for 'non-residents', who could be heard asking for alcohol whenever a hotel guest came out from the bar for a smoke. Our window was open, on account of the heat, and this was quite a racket around midnight. We feel that the night porter should have moved these people on - after all, the hotel does advertise as having quite rooms. But we did enjoy our two-night stay, and will certainly use this hotel again, as it is very conveniently situated for the town centre, and well-priced, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Room was to hot no fans
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
We have stayed at red lion before Lovely staff great location and very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

James

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ashaki

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a hotel with a dated feel. Very cozy and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024