The Red Lion Hotel - Bakewell

$$$$||View on mapBakewell, United KingdomRed Lion The Square, Bakewell, United Kingdom, DE45 1BT|
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The Red Lion Hotel - Bakewell
Red Lion The Square, Bakewell, United Kingdom, DE45 1BT·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff8.7
Comfort8.4
Cleanliness8.3
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.6
Free WiFi6.9
Who stays here
Couples57%
Groups16%
Families15%
Solo12%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.9Very good
Highest Rated
Location9.2
Staff8.7
Comfort8.4
Cleanliness8.3
Lowest Rated
Facilities7.8
Value for money7.6
Free WiFi6.9
Who stays here
Couples57%
Groups16%
Families15%
Solo12%

Traditional pub with rooms in Bakewell town centre, offering seasonal dining and alfresco courtyard

Accommodation

The Red Lion provides cosy double rooms with ensuite facilities, tea and coffee makers, and hairdryers. Each room comes with a comfortable bed and essential amenities for a short stay. Guests can access the room via a separate entrance when the pub is closed.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves a seasonal menu featuring pub classics and inspired dishes. The extensive bar selection includes world lagers and cocktails, with alfresco dining available in the central courtyard. Children's meals come with a free starter or dessert.

Location and Activities

Situated in the centre of Bakewell, The Red Lion is a 4-minute walk from The Old House and close to the award-winning Bath Gardens. Chatsworth House is 6 km away, and the Peak District National Park offers cycling and walking trails. Table tennis and darts are available on-site.

Family-Friendly Features

The Red Lion pub & kitchen welcomes families and offers a free starter or dessert with children's meals. Activities such as table tennis and darts provide entertainment for all ages. The hotel's central location makes it a convenient base for exploring local attractions.

Unique Touches

A breakfast tray in the room includes instant porridge, a cereal bar, and fruit juice, though no cooked breakfast is served. The Red Lion in Bakewell provides a well-stocked hospitality tray with tea, coffee, biscuits, and cordial sachets. A sleep kit and toiletries are also provided for guest convenience.

  • Location: 6 km from Chatsworth House, 41 km from Alton Towers
  • Dining: Seasonal pub classics with alfresco courtyard dining
  • Bar: Extensive selection of world lagers and cocktails
  • Activities: Table tennis, darts, cycling and walking trails
  • Family: Free starter or dessert for children's meals
  • Rooms: Cosy double rooms with ensuite and breakfast tray
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-20:00
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Standard King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed1 Double bed
Private Bathroom Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

TV

Leisure/ TV room

Sports activities

Darts

Cycling

Facilities for kids

Children's menu

Sports & Fitness

  • Cycling
  • Darts

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Red Lion Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 128 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 53.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Manchester, MAN

Location

Red Lion The Square, Bakewell, United Kingdom, DE45 1BT
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Red Lion The Square, Bakewell, United Kingdom, DE45 1BT
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Red Lion The Square, Bakewell, United Kingdom, DE45 1BT
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Chatsworth Adventure Playground and Farmyard
70 m
Bridge Street Old Market Hall
Peak District Photography Gallery
90 m
Rutland Square
Bath Gardens
40 m
Bridge
Bakewell Bridge
250 m
Church
All Saints Parish Church
230 m
River Wye
Bakewell Love Locks Bridge
230 m
Restaurant
Proper Pasty
90 m
Restaurant
Granby Cafe
110 m
Restaurant
Riverside Traditional Fish&Chips
140 m
Restaurant
Farmers Feast
410 m

Reviews of The Red Lion Hotel

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