Red Lion Hotel, Basingstoke ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Red Lion Lane, Basingstoke, United Kingdom, RG21 7LX

Great

8.3

8.5

/10

4.0

“The hotel's central location made it easy to explore the vibrant Haymarket shopping centre and enjoy local restaurants.”view full review

Red Lion Hotel is a well-established 3-star hotel with an 8.0/10 Booking.com rating, featuring modern comforts in a historic setting. This Basingstoke hotel is known for its proximity to Festival Place, a large shopping and restaurant complex, and includes amenities like free onsite parking and a restaurant with a diverse menu.

Rooms & Amenities

The Red Lion Hotel offers 62 en-suite bedrooms, each furnished to ensure a good night's sleep with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and quality toiletries. Some rooms lead directly to a patio area, enhancing the convenience for guests.

Dining Options

Dining takes place at the traditional hotel restaurant and bar, offering a full a la carte menu, bar lunches, and afternoon tea. Packed lunches can also be arranged with 24 hours' notice.

Events & Meetings

The Red Lion Hotel hosts various events with its Festival Suite capable of accommodating up to 150 guests. Additional smaller function rooms are available, suitable for intimate gatherings or corporate meetings.

Local Attractions & Transportation

Situated close to local attractions including Milestones Museum and the Anvil concert hall, the hotel provides access to public transport, with both bus and train stations within walking distance. Staff can inform guests about local events and activities, ensuring a connected stay.

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Red Lion Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

2 persons

165 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Twin Room

2 persons

175 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Superior Double Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Feature Double Room

2 persons

230 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Red Lion Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.2/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Red Lion Hotel Location

Red Lion Lane, Basingstoke, United Kingdom, RG21 7LX

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Red Lion Lane, Basingstoke, United Kingdom, RG21 7LX

City landmarks

Museum

Milestones Museum

1.7 mi

Museum

Basing House

1.5 mi

Park

Eastrop Park

4100 ft

Landmark

Black Dam Ponds

1.1 mi

Landmark

Skizone

1.5 mi

Park

Basingstoke Common

1.2 mi

Landmark

Crabtree Plantation

1.7 mi

Landmark

Millfield Nature Reserve

1.6 mi

Landmark

Basingstoke Golf Centre & Knights Realm Adventure Golf

1.6 mi

Church

St Mary's Church

1.8 mi

Landmark

Basing Trail

1.9 mi

Farm

Manydown Family Fun

2.4 mi

Museum

The Vyne

3.1 mi

Farm

Miller's Ark Animals

3.6 mi

Nearby

Museum

Willis Museum

700 ft

Cross Street

Blue Coat Boy

1200 ft

Church

St Michael's Church

1700 ft

Shopping Area

Festival Place Shopping Centre

1600 ft

Night club

Fever & Boutique

1000 ft

Restaurants

Karma Gurkha Kitchen

300 ft

17 London Street

Aingels Cafe Bistro

500 ft

The Winkle Winklebury Way

Festival Street Kitchen

1200 ft

Festival Square Festival Place

Subway The Malls

500 ft

Unit 3B

Maidenhead Inn

1000 ft

17 Winchester Street

McDonald's

600 ft

5 Market Place

Dragon Palace Restaurant

1100 ft

29-33 Winchester Street

Burger King

1100 ft

Unit R1 Lower Ground Festival Place Festival Place

Getting around

City Centre

Basingstoke2 min · 400 ft

Airports

Southampton (SOU)75 min · 30.8 mi

London Heathrow (LHR)92 min · 37.8 mi

Train

Basingstoke Train Station9 min · 2300 ft

Basingstoke Railway Station9 min · 2300 ft

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP11.95 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room. There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2007

Number of rooms:

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Red Lion Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 1013 verified reviews

8.1/10

Great

83%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.7/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Comfort

8.6/10

Facilities

8.2/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.3/10

Staff

9.2/10

Value for money

8.7/10

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