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The Red Lion

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cambridge with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Property grounds
Bar (on property)
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Red Lion Feature Room)

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Station Road East, Whittlesford Bridge, Cambridge, England, CB22 4NL
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Sawston Hall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Red Lion Feature Room)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Red Lion Feature Room)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Red Lion Feature Room)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
IPod dock
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Royal Rooms)

Individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Royal Rooms)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Regency Rooms)

Double Room, Ensuite (Regency Rooms)

Double Room, Ensuite (Regency Rooms)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Cambridge

At The Red Lion you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Imperial War Museum Duxford and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Sawston Hall. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Red Lion, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. 2141 square feet (199 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Cambridge hotel include Audley End House and University of Cambridge.

What's nearby

  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sawston Hall - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Addenbrooke's Hospital - 12 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • University of Cambridge - 15 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Whittlesford Parkway Station - 2 min walk
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Plough - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Three Horseshoes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Tickell Arms - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion

Hotel in Cambridge with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 2141 square feet (199 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Red Lion also features a garden and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Cambridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2141 sq ft of conference space
  • 199 sq. m of conference space
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Red Lion offers 18 accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Cambridge hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Romanian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Red Lion

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,141 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 15.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

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 and cash
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, Mastercard and cash.

Property is also known as

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Red Lion Hotel Cambridge
The Red Lion Hotel
The Red Lion Cambridge
The Red Lion Hotel Cambridge

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Red Lion?

The Red Lion offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Red Lion?

Yep, The Red Lion has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Red Lion serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Red Lion?

No, The Red Lion does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Red Lion?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Red Lion?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Red Lion?

Dogs are welcome at The Red Lion, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 72 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant find very convenient for IWM Duxford. As a gluten intolerant pescatarian, I cannot fault the service and quality of the food. Despite there being nothing on the menu suitable for me to eat, chef made me truly delicious fishy main and gluten free dessert. Fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Happy first stay

Really good stay, new management and made the trip very pleasant. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Parking fine despite being told it was ok to park

Don’t stay here. I was told to park “by the sheds” across the road as the car park (of a very small number of spaces) was full. I did so and have now received a £100 fine through the post. After contacting the pub they are not claiming any responsibility. Book somewhere else where there are more parking spaces and they are genuinely free of charge!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff were cheerful and helpful. The toilet bowl was dirty, the shower outlet was partial block and tea table sticky. The new management don’t seem to have yet to have got on top of housekeeping yet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Lovely Friendly Hotel

Lovely big room, very comfy bed and gorgeous quality bed linen. A friendly, welcoming hotel where everyone is hard working. Our dog Jessica was made very welcome too. My only feedback is that I am a very light sleeper and somewhere in the hotel there was a door banging which I think can be easily solved by tightening up the damper.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauren

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

Good place for overnight stop

Nice food , good service , friendly staff . Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wassim

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Colin, Wymondham

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thinus

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We paid for 4 days but left after one day because of the poor facilities. No hangars, no space for cases no tissues in tiny bathroom difficult stairs
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

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

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel & staff. Hotel is very old but the character of the place is great. Food choice was good & service was first class.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is situated opposite a train station which takes you into Cambridge in around 10 mins. It is a historic building which I loved and so you have to accept it will have a certain quirkiness to it. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast is cooked to order so very good and we ate our evening meal in the pub which was good too. It is dog friendly (£15 per night, which to be honest is far too expensive if staying more than one night) but the general cost to stay here is reasonable. I would def recommend this as a place to stay if visiting Cambridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Judith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old building with quant features. Evening meal and service was excellent even though hotel lost electricity plus other issues with a lightening strike, all added for a different evening. Breakfast I’m sorry to say really had issues, poached eggs placed onto toast with liquid, leaving toast soggy, unable to eat, mushrooms swimming in oil. Waitress forgetting what was asked of her and clearing tables were non existent without asking. Ali in all our stay was very pleasant, just a few issues need addressing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Harry, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff were incredibly lovely and made the trip. Room was nicely decorated however had a slight smell and a slightly damp carpet near the bathroom which we think was due to the shower not draining the water properly. Bed was comfortable and clean. Pub downstairs is great and has lots of character. Food was a bit on the pricey side for pub grub but was still tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Andy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilet was dirty - the room had no air conn - the milk was sour - the breakfast was terrible - even the bread for toasting. I am
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024