8.5

464 reviews

The Red Lion Hotel

The Red Lion Hotel

A1 Great North Road, Gateshead, DH2 3NL, United Kingdom

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Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Parking On Site

Mini golf

Non-smoking rooms

The Red Lion Hotel

Welcome to The Red Lion Hotel, your charming home away from home located in the delightful town of Chester-le-Street, just a quick 2.5mi from the vibrant city center! This bed and breakfast offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With prices starting at just $98, you can enjoy a delightful getaway without breaking the bank. Nestled along the A1 Great North Road, it's an ideal spot for exploring the culture, history, and stunning scenery of the United Kingdom.

Prepare your tastebuds for breakfast bliss! Every morning, the hotel serves up a delicious breakfast that promises to fuel your adventures. And when you're not enjoying a hearty meal, why not relax with some free mini golf on-site, or unwind with friends and family at the bar? With free on-site parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a variety of amenities including non-smoking rooms and kids' meals, The Red Lion Hotel is family-friendly and accommodates all types of travelers.

With 464 glowing reviews, you can be confident that you're stepping into a beloved establishment where guests rave about the warm hospitality and fantastic service. The playful ambiance, complete with a private entrance and a playground for the little ones, makes it easy to settle in and enjoy your stay. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, The Red Lion Hotel is ready to welcome you with open arms!

Dining at The Red Lion Hotel is an experience worth savoring! Step into the on-site restaurant, where the delightful ambiance is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner for two. With a menu that celebrates the best of British cuisine, steakhouse favorites, and local flavors grilled to perfection, your taste buds are in for a treat. Whether you're craving a juicy steak or a delicious local specialty, every meal is prepared with love and fresh ingredients. It's the ideal way to fuel up for your adventures or wind down after a busy day exploring Chester-le-Street.

As the day winds down, why not kick back in the hotel bar? It's a lovely spot to mingle with fellow travelers or share stories with friends and family over a drink. The friendly staff will ensure you feel right at home, so you can sip on your favorite beverage and relax after a day of sightseeing. Families will appreciate the playful atmosphere that brings a sense of joy and community to the hotel—making it a wonderful place for bonding over fun experiences.

The Red Lion Hotel is a haven of comfort, fun, and fantastic service—making it an ideal choice for travelers of all kinds. The spacious rooms, like the Deluxe Double with Bath and Triple Room with Bath, are designed to provide you with all the comforts you need for a restful stay. From generous bed sizes to welcoming decor, each room invites you to unwind and recharge. Located close to local attractions and with easy access to the city center, this charming hotel offers the perfect base to create unforgettable memories. So pack your bags and get ready for a delightful stay at The Red Lion Hotel—you won’t want to leave!

Closest airports

Newcastle International Airport

15.2mi

Durham Tees Valley Airport

22.8mi

RAF Linton-On-Ouse

55.4mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Parking On Site

Mini golf

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Playground

Kids' meals

Bathtub

Rooms

Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Deluxe Double Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel

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Deluxe

1 Double Bed

325 sqft

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Indulge in the comfort of our spacious Deluxe Double Room with a luxurious private bath, equipped with a bathtub for ultimate relaxation. Enjoy modern amenities such as WiFi, a flat-screen TV, and a tea/coffee maker, making your stay with us truly exceptional.

Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel
Triple Room with Bath in The Red Lion Hotel

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Double, Triple

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

325 sqft

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Indulge in comfort and space with our Triple Room with Bath, spanning over 323 sqft. Unwind in the luxury of a private entrance, relax in a bathtub, and enjoy the convenience of free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, making your stay unforgettable.

Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel
Standard Double Room in The Red Lion Hotel

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Double Room

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Welcome to our comfortable Standard Double Room, perfect for couples seeking a cozy retreat. Enjoy a spacious 215 sqft room with a double bed, bathtub, and private entrance. Stay connected with Wifi and unwind with a flat-screen TV. Refresh with complimentary toiletries and indulge in a tea or coffee while relaxing. The room also includes modern amenities like a hairdryer, iron, and heating. We guarantee a restful stay in our hypoallergenic room, equipped with all your essential needs.

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Room, Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Wheelchair accessible

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Guest reviews

8.5

464 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Kenneth

10

February 2024

We arrived at the hotel and were immediately met by very friendly staff even though they looked busy. We were shown to our room which was a lot larger than expected. We asked about booking a table to have our evening meal and again, this was not any trouble for the staff. During our meal (which was delicious) the staff were constantly checking in and interacting with our young son. Top class service and we will definitely be back soon.

The only issue we had was our room was just too warm with no way of controlling the temp on the radiators. Definitely not a deal breaker for returning though.

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Janet

8.2

November 2023

Easy to find,check in was straight forward, the room was lovely, the food was nice, staff where also very nice

ate in the restaurant food was lovely. ordered a child's meal that was supposed to come with sweet and a drink. we ended up having to go to the bar and ask for her sweet and was charged separately for this, she also didn't get the drink that was included. The room could do with black out curtains as the bar lights where on all night and its right on a busy roundabout. Also booked bed and breakfast but had to miss the breakfast as it wasn't served till 9.00am and we had to be on the road by 8. Feel awful mentioning all this as all in all it was a good stay and would 100% use it again

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Sarah

8.2

June 2024

Lovely pub. Room was spacious and clean. Bed was super comfy. Had an evening meal in the pub which was delicious and the 10% off for guests a nice perk. Ample parking and private entrance for guests.

Breakfast is not included in the price. Could not opt for breakfast on booking.com and no details on page to say whether included or not. You can buy breakfast if you wish. Would just recommend it’s added on here to avoid confusion. Tv signal a little bit hit and miss. Would still return if in the area

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Julie

9.1

September 2024

Really comfy bed and good sized room. Loads of towels, tea & coffee, biscuits and complimentary toiletries. Great location with a bus stop directly outside to take you to Durham/Newcastle or Chester le Street. Even though it's right beside a dual carriageway we were not bothered by traffic noise.

Water pressure on shower was a bit low but I'm being picky. Couldnt pick the wifi up. Would have liked to have tried the food but stopped serving at 8.15pm

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Samuel

10

August 2023

To say it was absolutely fantastic would be an under statement. The place was amazing. The staff were friendly , polite and nothing was a problem for them. The accommodation would put some 5 star hotels to shame and I have stayed in a lot of 5 star hotels. The food was outstanding and presentation was excellent. I honestly can not praise the Red Lion enough and we would all stay there again without any hesitation and would advise anyone looking for somewhere to stay in that area The Red Lion is the place to stay. Thank you very very much everyone at the Red Lion for giving us an experience that was Brilliant. Kindest Regards Samuel Tait

There was nothing to dislike everything was excellent

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Sara

9.1

September 2023

Great location not too far from the centre of Durham with free parking. Early check in and late check out which was a useful bonus. Friendly accommodating staff. Spacious airy room with lovely furniture and an amazing huge modern bathroom. The photos don’t do it justice. Enormous bath perfect for an indulgent soak with toiletries provided. Very comfy large bed with quality linen. Large TV with access to all channels and streaming channels. Wide breakfast menu choice cooked to order.

Road noise, but it didn’t become a problem, otherwise all good!

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Antony

9.1

December 2023

Absolutely amazing value for money. Stayed in a large triple room which was immaculate. The room had everything you need3d and was clean and fresh. Lovely bath and bathroom. The breakfast was genuinely amazing considering it was in with the room price and we received 10% discount on our evening meal. Staff were amazing. Genuinely couldn't find a fault.

My only reason for it not being a 10 is we could hear the front door banging when it was being shut which was annoying. A soft close hinge would make this a 10.

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Stephen

10

January 2024

Back for the second time in a week as so impressed on our first visit. Was easy to book an overnight stay and at a fair price. Rooms are clean, comfortable and the bed is super comfy, we get a good nights sleep. No problems connecting to the internet. The restaurant, super impressive. At a fair price, friendly and efficient servers and the food, homemade is the best way to describe it. No microwaving and the pies are made in-house, unusual in this day and age. Highly recommend

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Jane

9.1

September 2024

Great location for the cricket ground. We were going to the one day International at the Riversifde.. Room was lovely, fabulous bathroom. Plenty of tea and coffee in the room. Had dinner the first night we were staying and the meals were excellent All of the staff we met were exceptionally friendly and helpful. .

It would have been nice if breakfast had been included in the price.

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Per-einar

8.2

December 2023

The room was really really nice, staff were brilliant and so helpful breakfast was amazing and lots of it (black pudding excellent)...

Electric points behind the bed not beside them, I use a breathing machine at night and couldn't use the machine. Smart TV was not set up Freeview channels unavailable most apps would not load staff were very good and tried to set however a lot of the problem was the very slow wi-fi could not use tablet or cell phones on wi-fi either as was too slow...

Points of Interest Around The Red Lion Hotel

Attractions

Durham Castle

3.5mi

Newcastle Castle

10mi

National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool

18mi

Restaurants

Cuisines

  • British
  • Steakhouse
  • Local
  • GrillBbq

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

Amenities of The Red Lion Hotel

Free parking

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Parking On Site

Mini golf

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Playground

Kids' meals

Bathtub

Stay rules - The Red Lion Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - The Red Lion Hotel

When are the check-in and check-out times for The Red Lion Hotel?

At The Red Lion Hotel, guests are welcome to check in any time between 02:00 PM and 09:00 PM, but should be aware that check-out is by 11:00 AM.

Is vehicle parking offered by The Red Lion Hotel?

Yes, there is parking available at The Red Lion Hotel. The hotel provides free on-site public parking. However, it is not possible to make a reservation for parking in advance.

What's the nightly rate at The Red Lion Hotel?

Accommodation at The Red Lion Hotel starts as low as $98. Rates could differ based on your room selection and dates. Ensure to enter your dates for the most accurate pricing.

Which room categories can I book at The Red Lion Hotel?

The Red Lion Hotel offers a variety of room types including Triple Rooms with Bath, Standard Double Rooms, and Deluxe Double Rooms with Bath. The Triple Rooms have a larger size of 323 sqft and can accommodate up to 3 adults with 1 Twin bed and 1 Double bed. The Standard and Deluxe Double Rooms have a smaller size of 215 sqft and 323 sqft respectively and can accommodate 2 adults with 1 Double bed each. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms.

Where can guests find entertainment in The Red Lion Hotel?

At The Red Lion Hotel, guests can make the most of their time by enjoying the leisure amenities available. They can engage in friendly competition with a game of mini golf or relax and unwind at the bar.

For those who prefer outdoor activities, the hotel offers cycling facilities where guests can explore the surrounding area. Families with children will appreciate the playground, which provides a safe and fun space for kids to enjoy.

In terms of dining options, the hotel has on-site restaurants that cater to different tastes. The restaurants have a family-friendly ambiance and offer traditional British cuisine, steakhouse specialties, local dishes, and grilled BBQ options. Guests can indulge in delicious meals without having to leave the hotel premises.

Is there an in-house restaurant at The Red Lion Hotel?

Yes, The Red Lion Hotel has restaurants on site. The restaurants available are family-friendly and offer traditional ambiances. They serve cuisines such as British, Steakhouse, Local, and Grill BBQ.

Does The Red Lion Hotel accept credit cards and cash payments?

Yes, The Red Lion Hotel accepts both credit cards, such as Mastercard and Visa, and cash as payment methods.

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