Located in the business district, Red Lion Hotel offers a warm welcome with a daily manager's reception and free WiFi. Enjoy British cuisine at Restaurant, sip coffee in the coffee shop or unwind on the terrace. With helpful staff and cooked-to-order breakfast options available, this hotel is an ideal retreat.
Located near a train station, Red Lion Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Basingstoke. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Restaurant, which serves British cuisine. Other highlights at this Georgian hotel include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
60 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1700
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Georgian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 11.95 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Red Lion Basingstoke
Red Lion Hotel Basingstoke
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Red Lion Hotel Basingstoke
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Frequently asked questions
Does Red Lion Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Red Lion Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Red Lion Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Red Lion Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Red Lion Hotel?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Red Lion Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.
Are there restaurants at or near Red Lion Hotel?
Yes, Restaurant offers British cuisine.
What's the area around Red Lion Hotel like?
Red Lion Hotel is in the heart of Basingstoke, a short 9-minute walk from Basingstoke Station and 8 minutes' walk from Festival Place. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Red Lion Hotel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and well worth the money. (22 reviews)
Free parking was a convenient and welcome bonus for guests. (10 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Friendly staff, spacious room, tasty breakfast
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2025
Recommended
Quiet, friendly, very clean
richard
richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
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
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
The staff were lovely and very helpful, the food was really good and priced really well too, breakfast was also nice. Will be looking to stay again when I’m back in the area next.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2025
Lovely place would stay again
Lovely place . Clean , spacious..right in the centre of everything . Great staff very helpful .
Denville
Denville, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Lovely hotel. Helpful staff
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
It was our 4th stay and its always pleasant and friendly
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
Great stay
Great hotel, recently renovated rooms in an ideal location in the centre and just 5/10 minute walk from the station
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Great place to stay lovely room comfortable bed. Friendly staff good location
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Comfortable and friendly place on the Main Street would visit again
Nigel
Nigel, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Great value stay in Basingstoke
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 2, 2025
Great location but looking dated and a bit tatty
Declan
Declan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2025
The first room we were given was very small & cold. The tempera
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Good clean hotel with fab staff
Just what we needed a nice clean room for an overnight stay. Good location for centre. Receptionist was absolutely fab and so friendly!
Lucy
Lucy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Excellent hotel in the heart of Basingstoke. Excellent service at the bar from Kristenina very pleasant. And very Helpful and friendly on the front desk. Enjoyed my stay.
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2025
Clean and tidy accommodation at reasonable prices
Kirsten
Kirsten, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Basingstoke amazingstoke!
All round great stay. Smooth check in and check out. Staff were very friendly. Special mention to Kay who I mainly dealt with. Nice bar area with a small outside seating area.
Rich
Rich, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
A very pleasant overnight stay
We were attending a function at the hotel so stayed overnight. The staff were fantastic, so helpful and friendly. The room was comfortable and clean with good shower facility. Great value for money.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
I couldn’t fault my stay and it was so reasonable. Room was comfortable, bathroom very clean and the staff I met were lovely.
Irene
Irene, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Staff were amazing and we booked another stay there whilst at the hotel.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 31, 2025
Great loxation
Good location nice room quality breafast
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Really nice friendly staff comfortable and clean room being uber picky could do with updating but I think that is happening at the hotel but still a fab experience , excellent breakfast as well super tasty and hot and lovely
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Nice comfortable hotel
Great location lovely staff would recommend
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
Friendly welcoming staff
GARETH
GARETH, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 13, 2025
Very good hotel at the centre of Basingstoke, very good people at reception centre