The Red Lion

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Imperial War Museum Duxford

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Property grounds
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Red Lion Feature Room) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
Property grounds
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Located near a train station, The Red Lion offers a warm welcome with cooked-to-order breakfast and on-site dining at the British cuisine restaurant. Relax in the garden, unwind by the lobby fireplace or enjoy high-speed WiFi. With luggage storage, wedding services and helpful staff you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Conference space
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathtub or shower

Room options

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Red Lion Feature Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 6.6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite (Royal Rooms)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 7.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite (Regency Rooms)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Station Road East, Whittlesford Bridge, Cambridge, England, CB22 4NL

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

  • Cambridge (CBG) - 23 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 28 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 54 min drive
  • Whittlesford Parkway Station - 2 min walk
  • Saffron Walden Great Chesterford Station - 6 min drive
  • Shelford Station - 9 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

The Red Lion puts you within a 15-minute drive of Imperial War Museum Duxford and Audley End House. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Red Lion, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Romanian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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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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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (2141 square feet)

Services

  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 3 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 1 stairs to reach property

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Red Lion - This restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Red Lion offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Red Lion 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 The Red Lion?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Red Lion?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Red Lion?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at The Red Lion and nearby?

The Red Lion has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Red Lion?

Yes, Red Lion offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Red Lion like?

The Red Lion is just a short 2-minute walk from Whittlesford Parkway Station.

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The Red Lion Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Shower
Breakfast
Pub
Bathroom
Restaurant
Train station
Bed
Food

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Reasonable place to stay,

Room was comfortable and decent size. Bathroom was very small and not having a stand up shower was not ideal.
Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A really nice clean big room friendly staff and a good breakfast
paul, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Duxford

Below average room, rubbish shower. Nice staff
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel near Cambridge with a railway station nearby The staff were very helpful and friendly and welcomed us on our arrival Brett and his team are all doing a great job in a friendly and professional manner The food was good with a different but adequate menu
James, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Looked after very well indeed
David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Business Stay

Good convenient hotel.
Stephen, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Unhappy

Bed was comfortable. Shower in bath was laughable. I had to kneel to shower I am 5ft. No chance for husband as he over 6ft. Dust on shelves downstairs in eating and bar area cat roaming in restaurant jumping up on tables. Food needs to be looked at.
Joyce, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Poor

The building itself was interesting and nice grounds. Food was awful..at least three quarter's of an hour wait for v mediocre food for pm meal. We ate out the next night Breakfast...no bacon available. Scambled egg looked shocking. The 2 staff in the bar did their best but not enough folk in kitchen or bar. Would not recommend it
Kathryn, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Tiny room. Poor shower. Stairs to bedroom are a bit dangerous. Scary coming down with bags.
Nicola, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff make a good pleasant stay.
Bonita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and homely.

Lovely dated property that is very welcoming with friendly helpful staff. The bed was two beds put together but when you see the size of the corridors it explains why. We both slept really well and had no problems with it. Only criticism would be the bathroom. It was a bit tired and was showing signs of needing an upgrade. The pub is mainly directed to the food side of the business, which we couldn’t blame them, but was still a nice place for a pint or two. The food was excellent and well priced. We would definitely stay again.
Diane, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very goo
A L, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Property unresponsive

Property unresponsive to booking agent and guest.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Happy stay at the Red Lion

Excellent food, comfy room and extremely helpful and friendly staff.
Anthony, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Stay

Nice stay in a good hotel. The room was comfortable, great bed, and fabulous vegetarian breakfast
Tim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place for overnight stop

Nice food , good service , friendly staff . Thank you
lauren, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great hotel & staff. Hotel is very old but the character of the place is great. Food choice was good & service was first class.
Raymond, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Host was really awesome and the breakfast was amazing
Lynn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Guy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good
jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

very nice staff
francis, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Mixed

We went to stay to be near a family occasion and found this to be a good value for money. There are a number of minor issues where a socket didn’t seem to work, a party which carried on to midnight we didn’t know about and the bar closing early on a Sunday, but the people were very helpful and friendly and the food for breakfast was excellent and gluten-free. Parking is limited but they are planning on expanding that so if that’s important you need to know. in terms of sustainability it’s a 400 year-old building so full marks for that, otherwise didn’t seem to be a priority.
4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good location for the train service into Cambridge. The old inn had very low doors so you had to be careful, but it made it a unique experience.
William, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place with character and friendly staff

Just staying one night, really nice place, ive stayed here many times before. Breakfast was excellent this time (last time you had to walk to the horrid modern place next door due to "Covid" Friendly staff and excellent value for money. I will be staying again. Well done Red Lion.
Graham, 1-night trip