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Red Lion Hotel

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel perfect for exploring Basingstoke

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (GBP 11.95 per person)
Courtyard
Reception
Front of property
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

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

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 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
(24 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 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 Twin Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Signature Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signature Double Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

  • Wote Street Willy - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Festival Place - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Anvil - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Milestones Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Basingstoke Leisure Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Maidenhead Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Afrizi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Poppins - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Meldiz Turkish Restaurant - ‬4 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.

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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 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.

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 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 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

Red Lion Basingstoke
Red Lion Hotel Basingstoke
Red Lion Hotel Hotel
Red Lion Hotel Basingstoke
Red Lion Hotel Hotel Basingstoke

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.

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?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As expected for a good price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

MICHAEL

Drip, drip, drip, drip….

Our reservation had been put in the wrong name by hotel staff - initially we were told we had arrived at the wrong hotel. I produced a copy of our reservation and eventually we were allowed to check in. We were allocated room 61 - about as far from the check-in as you could go! The room was dusty and both sink taps & shower head ran water when switched off. We had to put the shower head down in the bath and keep the bathroom firmly closed to get any sleep. The breakfast was fantastic and the staff very pleasant and helpful but the management need a kick up the arse!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Waited quite a while to check in as there was no one on reception. Room quite small, apart from the dressing table chair, there was no where else to sit, apart from the bed. We were at the back of the hotel, despite double glazing still very noisy, fortunately we had ear plugs. Came back from the theatre at 22:00, despite the bar advertising being open until 22:30, we were told it was closing, shutters were already down. Tea, coffee and biscuits were plentiful. Bed small but reasonably comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Robert, Stratford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were welcomed in by Beth, with a huge warm smile and a friendly greeting. She was extremely helpful, from making check in a breeze to giving us advice about local taxis. She is a fantastic representative for your hotel, and definitely deserves recognition for her hard work.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is on site. Situated close to the town centre
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking is on site.Situated close to the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

The staff were wonderful, everything was clean and it was in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Hayden

Disliked: Room comfort
Uneven car park Relatively clean room Staff friendly Wi-Fi OK Restaurant doubles as venue for events Breakfast reasonable and held in restaurant area Two evening events ( first night till 12 pm was REALLY loud with participants very noisy sometime after midnight), 2nd night venue was much less of a noise issue. Probably will not return, sorry
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

Great hotel close to everything

Great hotel in central Basingstoke, close to everything. There was a function the night we stayed, it was very noisy but the staff moved us to a lovely room away from the noise. Special thanks to Beth 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are friendly, car parking is free, room was large and clean with tea/coffee and biscuits, centre of town and I would stay again as it’s very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Receptionist was so friendly and helpful credit to the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Room had some cobwebs and blinds didn’t work properly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unfortunately despite the room being clean and well maintained, we had not hot water!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Antony

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great value for the money and the bed very comfortable. I slept very well. There was a wedding on and a bit of noise but nothing bad and the hotel do let you know about possible noise from such things and adjoining pubs etc . I was tired and the bed so comfy that I was out and that was it !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul, Macclesfield

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, but the room was roasting when I stayed - noted that it was during a heatwave, there was a fan in the room but this was very low powered and there was a tiny opening to the window, but because of this it was very difficult to sleep. Unfortunately no air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel run down and room very noisy (extractor fan in adjoining room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025