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The Red Lion Inn
4 stars

The Red Lion Inn

32 High St, Saffron Walden, CB10 1QY, United Kingdom
+44 179 953 0601
From
£148
Cheapest

rate per night

8.1
Great

based on 161 reviews

The Red Lion Inn
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Provider
Nightly total
Double room

About The Red Lion Inn

  • Inn Room
    Room at a smaller hotel or guest house
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
In a tiny village south of Cambridge, this appealing 16th-century freehouse has an AA Rosette restaurant, an atmospheric bar, and new-build en suite rooms with free internet. The Red Lion is a Grade II listed building with a walled garden overlooked by a dovecote and village church. You will find beamed ceilings, log fires, cask ales and seasonal menus within the bar and restaurant. The Red Lion Hixton is recommended by Alastair Sawday, and is convenient for Cambridge University, Duxford Imperial War Musuem and the M11.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Red Lion Inn

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • TV
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hairdryer
  • Babysitting or child care

Media and entertainment

  • TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker

Family friendly

  • Kids meals
  • Babysitting or child care
  • Complimentary breakfast

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Cycling

General

  • Telephone

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Reviews of The Red Lion Inn

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8.1
Very GoodBased on 161 verified guest reviews
9.0Friends
8.4Families
8.0Couples
7.8Solo

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8.5 Very Good
Pros:Wonderful staff! Great food.

Location

32 High St, Saffron Walden, CB10 1QY

What's nearby

  • European Bioinformatics Institute0.3 mi
  • Bridge End Gardens4.6 mi
  • Audley End House4.7 mi
  • Fry Art Gallery4.7 mi
  • Rivey Hill4.7 mi
  • Church of St. Mary4.8 mi
  • Walden Castle4.8 mi
  • Market Square4.9 mi
  • The Common4.9 mi
  • RAF Debden7.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Red Lion Inn

Low season

April

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

£162

Average price (weekend night)

£160
Cheapest month to stay with an average 6% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 5% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Red Lion Inn

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Top tips for your stay at The Red Lion Inn

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Red Lion Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in April and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Red Lion Inn, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Red Lion Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £155, while the most expensive was £155.
  • How long should you stay at The Red Lion Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Red Lion Inn

  • Where is The Red Lion Inn located?

    The Red Lion Inn is located at 32 High St, 4.9 miles from the centre of Saffron Walden. European Bioinformatics Institute is the closest landmark to The Red Lion Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Red Lion Inn?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at The Red Lion Inn.

  • Does The Red Lion Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Red Lion Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Red Lion Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, The Red Lion Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is The Red Lion Inn from the airport?

    The Red Lion Inn is 8.4 miles from Cambridge. The Red Lion Inn is 13.9 miles from London Stansted.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Red Lion Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Red Lion Inn in Saffron Walden and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Red Lion Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Red Lion Inn.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.2

Distance to city centre

4.9 mi

Nearest airport

Cambridge

Distance to airport

8.4 mi