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The Red Lion

3.0 star property
Inn in Northampton with 2 restaurants and free breakfast

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Restaurant
Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room | Bathroom
Front of property
Garden

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Main St, Northampton, England, NN6 8BU
  • Coton Manor Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Althorp House
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Franklin's Gardens
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Coventry (CVT)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Northampton

At The Red Lion you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Haddonstone Show Gardens and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Coton Manor Gardens. Highlights at this inn include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .For a bite to eat, you can stop by one of the inn's 2 restaurants. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Northampton inn include Brampton Heath Golf Centre and Althorp House.
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What's nearby

  • Haddonstone Show Gardens - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Coton Manor Gardens - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Althorp House - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Sixfields Stadium - 14 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Franklin's Gardens - 14 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Long Buckby Station - 6 min drive
  • Coventry (CVT) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hart of Duston - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Alsacepak Fish Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Althorp Coaching Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Head - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion

Inn in Northampton with 2 restaurants and free breakfast
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Northampton inn.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Red Lion offers 6 accommodations. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 179 reviews
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Red Lion Inn
The Red Lion Northampton
The Red Lion Inn Northampton

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.

Does The Red Lion serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 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 2 restaurants. 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 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Red Lion?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 97 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice stay with very competent person in charge.

Recently under new management so has some minor teething challenges. The current interim manager was excellent but only temporary. If the full time one is half as good the hotel should be a success as it is quiet and charming. Note however the rooms are not for those with mobility issues (and frankly room 1 has so many tiny stairs it isn't for anyone!) We had room 5 which was fine (and is probably the one in the photo) We only had snacky things to eat but restaurant looked popular. Slightly off the M1 if you are travelling like we were but actually a pleasant break from the motorway mayhem. Decent continental breakfast was included and rate was excellent in comparison with others either side of motorway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

geraint

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

charleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Red Lion was "going under new ownership" upon our arrival. We were the first customers. The facility was historic and quaint. The food was good although it was obvious things were just getting going. I felt safe and it was nice to be in a lovely English village for the evening. Thank you David, for your conversation and consideration.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

alan

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

All good

Lovely old pub with nice food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The landlord / manager Chris was fantastic . Very friendly and helpful and what an asset to the establishment he is . Will return when we are in the area . The rooms comfy bed and great selection of teas and coffee in the room. Also liked that fact milk in a bottle not pods . Pub - lovely meal and wine ! And great breakfast included . Tks again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

KP

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

NO BREAKFAST service provided - terrible

Room 1 was nice (room with bathtub) although some attention needed to cleaning as there were cobwebs and hoovering not the best as there were bits on the floor. Worst part was breakfast service! I was told that breakfast opens at 8, I was downstairs at 8, the room was locked, lights off and no-one was there. At 0810 a girl drove into the carpark and was clearly running late, I asked her what’s happening about breakfast as I have to leave soon. She told me she wont be long, at 0820 she opened up the restaurant and I told her it was too late as I had to leave at 0830. Terrible!! I called the manager who said he would investigate and give me a refund for breakfast - still had no feedback and no refund either.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Adequate
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tracie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service

Good food in the pub.

The staff were friendly and helpful, and the food in the pub was lovely. The room was up a very steep, restricted height staircase which we didn’t expect. The bath is in the bedroom, with very poor water pressure so the shower attachment didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

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

Worth a visit

Lovely pub with friendly staff. Room was delightful, although I wish I'd read the description better as didn't realise the bath meant no shower, also a bit of a climb if you want the kingsize bed. Bed was comfy and thankful for the bottles of water provided and great coffee bags. Food in the evening was excellent, a few things weren't on the menu due to a delivery not arriving, but it didn't matter as what we had was delicious. Only disappointing thing was the continental breakfast. Hard, cold mini croissant and mini pan au chocolat; grated cheddar, instead of gouda or an equivalent; garlic butter provided for my toast and jam! Asked for the manager to email me but have yet to hear from them.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

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

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely overnight stay. Room was good, food was excellent. All staff were friendly and helpful. Excellent breakfast. Beautiful surroundings area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome. Food, service and accommodation very good. Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sven

Disliked: Staff & service
I booked the hotel because it was close to my course location and had excellent food reviews. However, just after 5pm, as I finished my course and was looking forward to a meal, I received a call from the hotel informing me that the kitchen was closed due to staff shortages. This was highly disappointing since the main reason for choosing this hotel was its food. Upon arrival, I was further disappointed to learn that no cooked breakfasts were available, only a newly introduced continental breakfast. Additionally, there were some unsettling occurrences in my room, which made me feel uncomfortable, leading me to leave for home that evening. When I spoke with the manager, I felt ridiculed for my reason for leaving. As someone who has traveled the world for the past 20 years, I am not prone to leaving hotels for trivial reasons. This experience was highly unusual and unsettling. I requested a refund based on my dissatisfaction with the food situation but was only offered a refund for the difference between a continental breakfast and a cooked breakfast. I was told that if I had booked my stay based on the food, I should have reserved a table in advance. In this instance, the customer is not considered right, which is regrettable. I would not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

pierella

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Clare

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

Lovely rooms but disappointing overall

The room was very nicely decorated, comfortable, and clean. I liked the little touches including a card, biscuits, and proper milk (even though I don’t drink it). The downside is that I didn’t sleep well as the doors downstairs were very noisy (banging shut and squeaking) at 6am in the morning. I was really excited that the hotel price included a cooked breakfast and I was told when I checked in that breakfast was 8 - 10:30am. However when I went for breakfast I was told it didn’t start until 8:30 which is when the chef was due to arrive. For that reason this hotel is not suitable for my business stays unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

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

Not enough staff

Nice rooms, breakfast was really good. Service in the evening was poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Highly recommended

Comfortable, clean room. Friendly and efficient staff and food very good. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024