The Red Lion Hotel - East Bergholt

$$$$||View on mapEast Bergholt, United KingdomThe Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, Colchester, Essex., East Bergholt, United Kingdom, CO7 6TB|
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The Red Lion Hotel - East Bergholt
The Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, Colchester, Essex., East Bergholt, United Kingdom, CO7 6TB·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Comfort9.7
Staff9.7
Cleanliness9.6
Location9.6
Facilities9.5
Who stays here
Couples59%
Solo23%
Families12%
Groups5%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Comfort9.7
Staff9.7
Cleanliness9.6
Location9.6
Facilities9.5
Who stays here
Couples59%
Solo23%
Families12%
Groups5%

5-star historic inn in Constable Country with artisan décor and exceptional breakfast choices

Amenities & Services

The Red Lion in East Bergholt offers a sun terrace, garden, and on-site restaurant and bar, with electric vehicle charging station and accessible parking. Renovated facilities include handcrafted furniture throughout and safety features such as CCTV and smoke alarms. The hotel provides 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and meeting/banquet facilities for business travelers.

Guest Rooms

Guest rooms at The Lion feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and hypoallergenic bedding. Handcrafted furniture and soundproofing are present in all rooms, with some offering garden views and walk-in showers. Family rooms offer flexible accommodation options, and personalized arrangements are available on request.

Dining

The Red Lion Hotel East Bergholt serves a full English breakfast with vegan and gluten-free options available. Dinner offers British and local cuisines, with a menu that includes special diet menus and kids' meals. The restaurant and bar provide wine and champagne, and the breakfast can be ordered as buffet, à la carte, or continental.

Location

This 5-star inn is located 13 minutes from Flatford and close to Dedham Vale Family Farm (5 km). Guests can visit Hedingham Castle and Abbey Gardens, with Colchester Castle 17 km away. London Stansted Airport is 67 km from the hotel, and Ipswich Station is 16 km away.

Family & Business

The Red Lion offers family rooms with kids' outdoor play equipment and kids' meals. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for business travelers, with private check-in/check-out. On-site activities include bike tours and walking tours, and pub crawls are organized.

  • Location: 13 minutes from Flatford, near Dedham Vale and Hedingham Castle
  • Rooms: Personalized accommodations with handcrafted furniture and hypoallergenic bedding
  • Dining: Full English breakfast with vegan and gluten-free options
  • Amenities: Electric vehicle charging station, meeting faclities, sun terrace
  • Family: Kids' outdoor play eqipment, family rooms, kds' meals
  • Activities: Bike tours, walking tours, pub crawls on-site
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-22:00
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 18.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Standard Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 King-size bed
Superior King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Facilities for kids

Children's menu

Cots

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room view

  • Street view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Red Lion Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 99 £
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
✈️ Distance to airport 65.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport London Stansted, STN

Location

The Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, Colchester, Essex., East Bergholt, United Kingdom, CO7 6TB
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The Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, Colchester, Essex., East Bergholt, United Kingdom, CO7 6TB
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The Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, Colchester, Essex., East Bergholt, United Kingdom, CO7 6TB
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
St Mary the Virgin
360 m
Church
East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
370 m
Congregational Church
100 m
John Constable's Early Studio
140 m
Restaurant
Oranges & Lemons
1.1 km

Reviews of The Red Lion Hotel

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FAQ about The Red Lion

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the The Lion Hotel hotel?
During their stay at the The Lion Hotel hotel guests can visit National Trust (1.5 km), Castle House (2.4 km) as well as Dedham Art & Craft Centre (2.8 km) among others.
What is the nearest airport to the 5-star The Lion Hotel?
London Stansted airport lies within 70 km of the 5-star The Lion Hotel and is reachable with a 52-minute drive.
Can we park our car at The Lion Hotel?
Guests of The Lion Hotel can take advantage of a car park.
Does the The Lion Hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the The Lion Hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 22:00 and check out from 06:00.
How much does a room at the hotel cost?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at $252.
What payment methods are available in the 5-star The Lion Hotel hotel?
At the 5-star The Lion Hotel hotel, you can pay using Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro.
What are the room types offered by The Lion Hotel hotel?
The Lion Hotel hotel provides such room types as Deluxe Queen Room, Family King Suite, and Deluxe King Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the The Lion Hotel hotel?
Each room at the The Lion Hotel hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with hairdryers and dressing gowns.
Does the hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the hotel there are accessible bathrooms, rooms with accessible facilities, and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
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