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Best Western Red Lion Hotel

4.0 star property
Best Western Red Lion Hotel delivers upscale comfort in the city center with a welcoming restaurant, The Vine, and a peaceful terrace for unwinding

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Located in the heart of the city, this upscale retreat features a charming bar and The Vine restaurant serving three daily meals. Guests relax on the sunny terrace with in-room WiFi. Attentive staff ensures every visitor's needs are met throughout their stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is €79
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
IPod dock
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
IPod dock
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
IPod dock
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
IPod dock
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Salisbury, Best Western Red Lion Hotel is in the city centre and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at New Forest National Park and Homington Down, while Mompesson House and Cathedral Close are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Southampton Skating or Raymond McEnhill Stadium. Visit our Salisbury travel guide
Map
Milford Street, Salisbury, England, SP1 2AN

What's nearby

  • Salisbury Cathedral, England
    Cathedral Close
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Salisbury Cathedral which includes religious aspects and a church or cathedral
    Salisbury Cathedral
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Magna Carta House in Salisbury Ireland.
    Magna Carta Chapter House
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • SalisburyMuseum featuring heritage architecture
    Salisbury Museum
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Market Square
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Salisbury (XSR-Salisbury Train Station)
    13 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    91 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-O-Land
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    3 min walk
  • Charlie’s Café
    3 min walk
  • Noodle Camp
    2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Red Lion Hotel

Upscale hotel near Salisbury Cathedral
You can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities and a bar at Best Western Red Lion Hotel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Smoke-free property, wedding services and a porter/bellboy
  • A front desk safe, a banquet hall and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (GBP 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 1,220
  • Victoria Lounge

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 20.00 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Red Lion Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Red Lion Hotel?

As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Red Lion Hotel on 29 Mar 2026 start from €79, 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.

How much is parking at Best Western Red Lion Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 20.00 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Best Western Red Lion Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Red Lion Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Red Lion Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Salisbury, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Southampton Skating and Salisbury Cathedral. Market Square and Parish Church of St Thomas and St Edmund are also within 5 minutes. Salisbury (XSR-Salisbury Train Station) is 13 minutes by foot and Salisbury Station is 13 minutes.

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Reviews

Best Western Red Lion Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 756 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 756 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 756 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 756 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 756 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round, polite staff, v clean and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large, room, comfortable bedm with a bath (which we like)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jemma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The reception chap Aran was incredibly friendly. The room was spotless with all the amenities you would need. First class. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely, staff were polite, friendly and efficient, bought lunch on arrival which was very tasty and good value for money, looking forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious, with an excellent bathroom. Overall property appearance was clean, tidy and very attractive. Breakfast was excellent, really good value for the money. Staff were friendly and most helpful. A lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and tidy, and comfortable. Breakfast good as well
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly staff and breakfast was ok, but the room was so noisy (front of hotel), so neither of us slept much. Shame as the hotel is full of history and a lovely building. Would stay again but next time will ask for a room away from the road.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quirky 13th century hotel with many different lounges. Modern rooms but maintaining the original fabric. Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with a lot of character in the centre of Salisbury. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast caters for all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, friendly staff and general pleasant atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older building, creaky floors. But nice and spacious. Overall good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay, helpful staff, comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historical place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, old with amazing history, excellent service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, breakfast and staff. Very old, cozy hotel with amazing history!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Probably the best in Salisbury

Friendly helpful staff … beautiful building that has its origins in 1300s Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation, very conveniently located. Easy bus to Stonehenge and within walking distance of so many attractions. It’s an old building with many expected quirks. The courtyard is beautiful and relaxing to take a beer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only stayed one Night, but i must say i had a good Night's sleep. Bed was very comfy, room was spotless, linen was fresh and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, shopping and dining options galore. I stay here every time I go to England, only 1 1/2 hours to Heathrow
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

All fine. Very lovely room. Friendly owners and staff. Nothing but good to say of everything about our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The oldest hotel in Europe. Quirky layout and to the charm. Staff were fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely old building 12th century I believe with plenty of character. very cosy spacious room and very nice bed , recommended for anyone visiting Salisbury as its conveniently close to the city centre
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An old coaching inn well sited in Salisbury very close to the city centre and close to Cathedral and other historical sites. The hotel is very comfortable with well equipped rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

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

Town centre hotel

Nice hotel in centre of Salisbury.Public Car Park available next door,free parking 18.00- 08.00.Quirky old hotel with corridor’s everywhere.Hotel room had opening windows but was quite stuffy,with excessive tog duvets for time of year.Breakfast was fine,with choice of continental or cooked.Plenty restaurants within easy walking distance for evening meal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025