Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Ironing service
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central Location
Friendly Staff
Cons:
Noise issues
Temperature control in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.75
While rooms were clean, some guests mentioned issues with room temperatures and noise.
Service
8.25
Staff were generally praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.75
Guests highlighted the central location as a strong positive.
Room Quality
6.75
Some complaints regarding bed comfort and room temperature were noted.
Amenities
7.25
Standard amenities available, though some guests noted a lack of specific offerings.
Value for Money
7.75
Many guests found the hotel to be a good value, especially for the location.
Food and Beverage
7.25
Breakfast received positive mentions, but there were complaints about limited food options at times.
Overall Experience
7.25
Despite some issues, guests generally had a pleasant stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 14:57

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Award-Winning Restaurant and Cozy Lounges

Experience the charm of a 13th-century building at the Red Lion Hotel, where antique-furnished rooms offer a unique stay. Indulge in culinary delights at the award-winning restaurant or unwind in the Victoria Lounge by the log fires.

Convenient City Centre Location

Nestled in Salisbury’s historic city centre, our hotel is a stone's throw away from the cathedral and various shops, bars, and restaurants. Explore the city with ease, knowing that comfort awaits you upon your return.

Thoughtful Amenities and Local Flavors

From handmade furnishings to locally sourced produce at the Vine Restaurant, we ensure a memorable stay. Enjoy modern conveniences like free Wi-Fi, while savoring the historic ambiance of our hotel.

Book your stay at the Red Lion Hotel for a perfect blend of history and hospitality.

Important information:

The property has 6 car park spaces. These limited parking spaces are gate protected. Advanced reservations are required and cost GBP 20 per space, per night. Available from check in to check out.

Please note that an additional charge of GBP 20 will apply for early check-in. All requests for check-in outside of scheduled hours are subject to availability.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LHR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 8 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs GBP 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 2548 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.75
Service: 8.25
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 6.75
Amenities: 7.25
Value for Money: 7.75
Food and Beverage: 7.25
Overall Experience: 7.25
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William • couple • gb
9
Cons:

Breakfast overcooked

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Emery • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Russ • couple • ca
7
A disappointing stay after a long journey.
Pros:

It could have been more charismatic if the buildings and surrounds were used more diligently.

Cons:

The property was fine it was the lack of ambience from the staff/management. No evening meals. Long drive to reach then had to go out and find a restaurant at short notice plus the bar didn’t have a good selection of beer or cocktails. Foreign tourists must have been shocked by the lack of facilities and service. It was not a good advert for British hospitality.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • gb
10
Met my expectations, would definitely visit again
Pros:

Great choice, well cooked.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Shah • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Mick • couple • gb
7
Excellent staff, excellent location, poor breakfast.
Pros:

The location was 👍

Cons:

The breakfast was poor, small selection of fresh fruit, coffee machine was bot prepared on the fist day, although it was sorted. Plates were cold and the cooked breakfast could have been cooked the night previous as it was tepid at best. Poor show really.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
9
Very good location. All staff very friendly and helpful.
Pros:

Ok could have been warmer

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • es
9
It was a wonderful stay in an historic property beautifully located in the center of town.
Pros:

Our room was clean, spacious and comfortable. The staff is friendly, considerate and professional.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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David • extended_group • gb
7
Good practical location and friendly staff.
Pros:

Friendly welcome and we were able to leave our bags before check in and after check out. Comfortable bed and interesting old building.

Cons:

Room was facing the street and noise from the club opposite kept going until around 2.30am.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Thompson • couple • gb
7
Good
Pros:

Room

Cons:

Noise from room above
They got up very early

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Philip • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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VINCENT • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

A nice hotel with everything you need.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Povey • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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robert • couple • gb
10
Excellent value for money in an ideal location.
Pros:

Excellent breakfast and hotel within easy walking distance of all amenities in the town.

Cons:

Cannot find fault with anything. Very friendly and helpful staff. A credit to the establishment.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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william • extended_group • gb
10
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Mary Constance • solo_traveller • gb
9
Impressive entrance. Near to the centre.
Pros:

An old coaching house with an impressive courtyard entrance.
My room was comfortable with a bath and shower. Could use entrance/exit without disturbing reception.

Cons:

Due to age there was a confusing way to room. Noise during evening from local bar till 2am perhaps provide ear plugs.
Limited sachets of coffee.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Berill • solo_traveller • hu
8
Lot of potential
Pros:

Wonderfully unique place to stay, very close to the center and several bus stops, including the Stonehenge tour bus. The hotel looks rustic, has a certain personality to it. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, breakfast was good. Heating was okay and windows worked as intended.

Cons:

The building is beautiful but good Lord, it's long overdue for a renovation. Not to modernise it, I do hope they keep the current style, but it's so worn down. Carpets are faded and torn at places, wallpaper is uneven and yellowed in the corridors. The fire doors between hallways look industrial and scratched, they should be switched out. New, bigger and clearer direction signs should be posted - very easy to get lost in there, we had some trouble finding our rooms. Water pressure and temperature were both fine some minutes, then gone the next. The street-facing side of the building is discouraging, it should match the aesthetic of the inner building at least a little.

There's so much potential in the Red Lion, it moved my fantasy quite a bit. With a little care & love it could be turned into a hotel straight out of a fairytale.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Alex • solo_traveller • gb
7
Decent city-centre hotel, great location.
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Pavlotsky • couple • us
8
It was a great experience!
Pros:

Amazing story of the property from year 1220!

Cons:

Charm and character!

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Watson • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee