The Red Lion

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

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Garden
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Heating
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Fan
Hairdryer
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Fan
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room Ensuite

Individually decorated
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1

Double Room, Ensuite (Regency Rooms)

Individually decorated
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Royal Rooms)

Individually decorated
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Red Lion Feature Room)

Individually decorated
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2

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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 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cambridge Building - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rose Pub - ‬5 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.

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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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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.

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

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion on 15 Nov 2025 start from AU$263.13, including 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.

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.