Red Lion, near the airport, offers a warm welcome with cooked-to-order breakfast and a cozy bar. Unwind in the garden or connect to WiFi while enjoying lunch and dinner at the on-site restaurant. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Exeter's Historic Quayside - 22 min drive - 21.5 km
Exeter Cathedral - 22 min drive - 21.9 km
Powderham Castle - 38 min drive - 34.1 km
Getting around
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 11 min drive
Pinhoe Station - 5 min drive
Whimple Station - 6 min drive
Polsloe Bridge Station - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Miller & Carter - 8 min drive
Oriental City - 5 min drive
Killerton Kitchen Cafe - 5 min drive
Starbucks - 8 min drive
The Cranberry Farm - 4 min drive
About this property
Red Lion
Located near a train station, Red Lion is a great choice for a stay in Exeter. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
4 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
Children (5 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch Smart TV
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Red Lion Inn
Red Lion Exeter
Red Lion Inn Exeter
Frequently asked questions
Does Red Lion offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, 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 Red Lion?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Red Lion?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Red Lion?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Red Lion and nearby?
Red Lion has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Red Lion?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers local cuisine.
What's the area around Red Lion like?
Red Lion is located a short 15-minute walk from Broadclyst Leisure Centre.
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Reviews
Red Lion Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast at the property was delicious, beautifully presented, and made from locally sourced ingredients. (15 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Great place to stay and a breakfast to die for.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
Friendly welcome, beautiful room, very clean and an excellent breakfast, cooked to order!
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 13, 2025
Room was cold at night, good breakfast and helpful and friendly staff
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Room spotless, bed comfy, en-suite recently refurbished, everything modern and great, food excellent, staff lovely, recommended.
G
G, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2025
Staff were wonderful. Lovely atmosphere. Fantastic food and cosy room.
karen
karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Another great stay. Clean, comfortable traditional inn with lots of character.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2023
Great location & Food, Accommodation of a very high standard, and rooms well fitted, Great breakfast & Restaurant service.
Mike
Mike, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Wonderful stay at authentic pub
We stayed two nights at The Red Lion. A wonderful authentic old Pub with a lot of atmosphere. The food was delicious and the staff was the friendliest people. We truly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back again.
Henriette
Henriette, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Brilliant Accommodation
Extremely friendly staff. Great room and great food.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2024
lovely hotel in a very nice area. food was very good.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
Staff were welcoming and the biscuits in the jar was a little gesture to the hungry soul. Breakfast had a reasonable selection and served with the customer in mind
Abdul-Karim
Abdul-Karim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Lovely character inn
Really friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend the apartment. Great food.
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
Very helpful staff
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Great food, great room and fantastic staff
A lovely old pub serving great food and with comfortable and clean rooms. The staff were friendly, helpful and we had great service at both dinner and breakfast. Really enjoyed our stay
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 25, 2024
Charming staff and super quiet here. Great breakfast.
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 9, 2025
Escape Exeter
Lovely staff, accommodation a little tired, good pub food and a lovely breakfast.
donna
donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2025
My wife and I stayed here as we were attending a wedding at Rockbeare Manor and it's only 10-15 mins away. So glad we did.. the staff are all lovely, the pub is cosy, the accommodation fab and the food is amazing. Couldn't recommend this place enough, we only wished we'd stayed longer.
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2023
Staff were excellent.
Mr Ian
Mr Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2025
Short stop
Very welcoming, comfortable with fantastic food
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2024
Great pub. Lovely atmosphere and fantastic, friendly staff. The food was amazing and some unusual things on the menu. Great breakfast too. Our room was really lovely too. Highly recommend and will definitely be going back!
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Lovely stay. Delightful pub.
Lovely stay at The Red Lion.
The apartment was delightful and the perfect place to stay before a day in Exeter.
The pub is very dog friendly and our 2 pups were made to feel very welcome.
The apartment was spacious and very comfortable.
Breakfast was delicious too.
I would definitely stay again and recommend the Red Lion to everyone.
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2024
Lovely stay
Stayed for 2 nights in the apartment. Very comfortable, quiet, clean. Breakfast and evening meal were excellent. Public footpath close to the hotel - really nice walk. Our dog was very welcome. Would definitely stay again.
Diane
Diane, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 26, 2024
A good choice
We had a good stay. Room food and beer all good. We had to leave before breakfast and were offered takeaway options instead which was appreciated.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2024
Excellent find near Exeter
Great welcome by Matt. Good, clean room. Evening meal lovely. Breakfast superb.
We will be back.
T J
T J, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 19, 2025
Charming, small inn
Charming, small inn. Next to very pretty church. Tasty and filling breakfast included. Looks newly redecorated. My room faced onto the car park, and had quite low ceilings… but my colleague’s room seemed to have lovely tall ceilings, and old beams. Pillows were a bit lumpy, and the room was quite chilly overnight.