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Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Reception
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (GBP 11.95 per person)
Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Bathroom
Signature Double Room
Courtyard

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Red Lion Lane, Basingstoke, England, RG21 7LX
  • Place, Wote Street Willy
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Festival Place
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Anvil
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room With Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Feature Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Small Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Signature Double Room

Signature Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Basingstoke

Red Lion Hotel puts you in the heart of Basingstoke, within steps of Wote Street Willy and Willis Museum. Highlights at this Georgian hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10:00 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Basingstoke hotel include Festival Place and The Anvil.

What's nearby

  • Wote Street Willy - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Festival Place - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Anvil - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Milestones Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Basingstoke Leisure Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Maidenhead Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Afrizi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mr Munch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poppins - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Red Lion Hotel

Georgian hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
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
  • Conference 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
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Red Lion Hotel offers 60 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 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

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1700
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Georgian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

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
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: from 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 smoke detector, 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 all 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

Red Lion Basingstoke
Red Lion Hotel Basingstoke
Red Lion Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Red Lion Hotel?

Red Lion Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Red Lion Hotel?

Yep, Red Lion Hotel has a free self car park.

Does Red Lion Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, travelers love the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Served weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Red Lion Hotel?

No, Red Lion Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Red Lion Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Red Lion Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Red Lion Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Red Lion Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 438 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly, helpful staff. Very convenient for central Basingstoke. Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the price. A little noisy outside on a Saturday night but that is more than priced in. Clean room, nice reception staff, good location and parking at an excellent price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mekindra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, spacious room, tasty breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Quiet, friendly, very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The first room we were given was very small & cold. The tempera
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

David

ROOMS VERY TIRED. NEED UPDATING.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verity

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fab!

It was fab, very clean. Will definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Really pleased with my choice of hotel would definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Affordable, good location to town. Woken up during the night with noisy guests shouting and banging doors.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Stay Again

This was our second time staying a few nights here for Carfest and I couldn't fault it. Excellent value for money. It's not 5* but we didn't pay 5* price, so expect a decent 3* and you will be sure to have a good stay. The staff were incredibly helpful, friendly and nothing was too much bother. Our room this time was a tad on the small side for all the clobber we brought with us, but we managed. The previous time, the room was fine, so just depends on room availability. I wouldn't have put them to all the trouble of changing for an extra foot or two. If you want a larger room guaranteed, then pay extra. Breakfast was good and gave us what we needed for the day ahead and if anything had run out in the buffet, it was replenished quickly. Sometimes, a little patience is all that is needed at busy times when other guests unexpectedly decide they do want to pay extra for breakfast at the last minute!! Not sure that can be planned for with budgetary constraints. If we are in that neck of the woods again, I would happily re-book to stay there. Thank you to all the staff we came into contact with and those we didn't - your service was much appreciated.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful. Our room was very nice and clean. Disappointed there was no chef or bar facilities at lunch time. Breakfast a bit disappointing as not much to choose from although this wasn’t the hotel’s fault is was more to do with greedy guests. It does state one visit to the hot food however it didn’t appear that anyone took any notice of that.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Declan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, friendly staff and close to shops and train station
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place would stay again

Lovely place . Clean , spacious..right in the centre of everything . Great staff very helpful .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central location

Clean, comfortable rooms, 10 min walk from station, close to shops , bars and restaurants and free parking , ideal hotel if in Basingstoke
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, good price clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good, we stay often
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property lovely but patio area could do with some decent furniture and cleaned. Such a shame that the front bar has been taken on by someone else and turned into a dirty gaming bar! Area around the hotel looks very run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Macala

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025