The Red Lion Hotel

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

Property highlights

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Red Lion Hotel in Oakford offers family rooms with private bathrooms, featuring carpeted floors, TVs, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a traditional restaurant serving local cuisine, a bar, and a sun terrace. The hotel provides free on-site parking, outdoor seating, and live music. Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Convenient Location: Located 32 mi from Exeter International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Tiverton Castle (9.3 mi), Dunster Castle (21 mi), and Woodlands Castle (30 mi). Cycling activities are available. Highly rated for its bar, staff, and room comfort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free parking available at the hotel

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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Monique
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff couldn’t have been more friendly or accommodating. Breakfast was great as was dinner. Bed was very comfortable. This was our 3rd stay here over the last 3-4 years, a great stop to or from Cornwall to beak up the journey.”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely traditional pub out in the countryside, bedroom was superb 👌 wish all facilities you would require, Very comfortable. Breakfast was substantial and well cooked, all staff friendly and most helpful. The evening meal was fabulous cooked by...”
Monique
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“3rd time staying here, great stopover on way to or from Cornwall. Room is comfortable and clean. Food was good. Staff were very attentive. Definitely recommend. Dog friendly too!”
Michael
Canada Canada
“We stayed a couple of nights and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Excellent supper and breakfast, very comfortable bed, cozy room and all of the staff made it a lovely home away from home.❤️”
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely pub in a great location. Very quiet so had a wonderful nights sleep. The bed was very comfortable and the room had nice decor. It was spotlessly clean. We had a meal in the restaurant and the food was excellent. There was a great atmosphere...”
Tracy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“2nd visit didn’t disappoint friendly and welcoming”
Catt
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice peaceful location. Beautiful comfortable room . Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.”
Hancock-david
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“So pleased found The Red Lion - Great couple of nights stay. Despite arriving late, had already been advised no hot food would be available however offer of left over roast beef and ham sandwiches were most welcome and very tasty, as were the...”
Lynsey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Cosy county pub with top quality room. Incredibly comfortable bed! Friendly staff and delicious food. Make sure you look for the folder of local walks, a really good idea for those who don't know the area.”
Gail
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly village inn with comfortable rooms and a great breakfast. We ate dinner at the pub, tasty food and good portions. Friendly staff and a great location for exploring Exmoor and the surrounding villages.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of The Red Lion Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Red Lion Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £5 is required on arrival. That's about $6. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded by bank transfer if there's no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Red Lion Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

A damage deposit of £5 is required on arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded by bank transfer if there's no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.