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The Red Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 4-star Saffron Walden inn

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Bar (on property)
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Restaurant

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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32 High Street, Saffron Walden, England, CB10 1QY
  • Place, Sawston Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Imperial War Museum Duxford
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Audley End House
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Saffron Walden

In Saffron Walden .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Saffron Walden inn, you'll find Sawston Hall and Imperial War Museum Duxford. Bridge End Gardens and Fry Art Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sawston Hall - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Audley End House - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Wandlebury Country Park - 9 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Bridge End Gardens - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Saffron Walden Great Chesterford Station - 4 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Three Tuns - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cambridge Building - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar Braham - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Tickell Arms - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion Inn

Enjoy the free parking at this 4-star Saffron Walden inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Saffron Walden inn is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Red Lion Inn offers 9 accommodations.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15.0 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Red Lion Inn to the airport?

The Red Lion Inn is 13.7 mi (27-min drive) away from the Cambridge (CBG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion Inn?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion Inn on Dec 20, 2025 start from $165.18, 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 The Red Lion Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Red Lion Inn.

Does The Red Lion Inn offer free breakfast?

The Red Lion Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Red Lion Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Red Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

Is there free parking at The Red Lion Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Red Lion Inn have a pool?

The Red Lion Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Red Lion Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Red Lion Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Red Lion Inn to downtown Saffron Walden?

The Red Lion Inn is 0.1 mi away from Hinxton.

Reviews

The Red Lion Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay for Duxford air show. Wide range of drinks in the bar and engaging staff who were very helpful. In a quiet village with a large garden
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Excellent

Excellent stay and delicious breakfast thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and staff were friendly and helpful. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice country pub with separate accomodation in rear garden area. Very cute, clean and tidy. Just the job 👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pub is quaint. Breakfast is good. Bed was comfortable. Room was sparsely decorated and the floor wasn’t clean. Came back after dark and there were no lights on to find our way back to the room. Felt it was a lot of money for we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petrina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good sized room, very quite with lovely surroundings. The breakfast was excellent and the staff were polite and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful inn , located in a the lovely village of Hinxton. The service and welcome was excellent and the room was very comfortable and clean . We also ate here in the evening and the food was delicious and served in the delightful garden. We will definitely be returning here .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron, Chilham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent light evening meal, comfortable room which was extremely clean, nice hot shower, coffee pot in room and freshly cooked breakfast. Couldn’t really fault anything.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

The accommodation was really very nice, clean and comfortable. My only comment was the breakfast first morning ok but the second morning they had run out if 2 of the cereal choices and also Hash browns. The staff were lovely but I must say I was disappointed that morning as we were leaving to go home and we were unable to enjoy the breakfast that should have been available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely venue. Rooms are surprisingly large, look smaller on the outside. Bed was comfortable. The pub had loads of character. The staff were really friendly too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good, spacious and clean rooms, comfy beds. Ceiling lights were either one third on, fully on, or flashing continuously (Room 6, reported back to the staff). Food was generally good but the service both at dinner and breakfast was INCREDIBLY slow to the point of annoyance. Additional staff are needed front and back of house. And what pickled red cabbage is doing in a Thai green curry I have no idea… certainly different.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely old pub, good people, clean and quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

asha

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Graham

Business traveler
Premium price but an average experience. Location is its high point.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shyamali

Staff were helpful and friendly and very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023