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Red Lion Hotel

Stay at Red Lion Hotel in Fareham with free Wi-Fi, parking, and a restaurant. Rated 4.4/5 from 95 reviews, near Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Spinnaker Tower.

East St, Fareham PO16 0BP, United Kingdom View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 103 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Free parking Kid-friendly Restaurant
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with friendly service and great dining

Visitors appreciate the convenient location, helpful staff, and quality food experience, making it a solid choice for both short stops and longer visits. Some note that rooms feel basic and could benefit from updates.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, professional, and attentive staff who go the extra mile to assist guests.
  • Excellent food with a varied menu featuring classic pub dishes and well-prepared breakfasts.
  • Clean, comfortable rooms with ample parking conveniently located near Fareham town center.
  • Relaxed and welcoming atmosphere suitable for families and visitors alike.
  • Helpful reception service, especially appreciated by travelers requiring local guidance.

Worth knowing

  • Accommodation is described as basic, with some guests suggesting the rooms could use refurbishment.
  • No on-site fitness center, pool, or airport shuttle available.
  • Breakfast is paid, but generally considered good value and delicious by guests.
  • Parking is free but typically requires upfront payment at the barrier, reimbursed with purchases.
  • Breakfast and dining service staff are friendly and efficient, contributing to the overall positive food experience.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a convenient stopover with good food near Fareham and motorway access.
  • Families looking for kid-friendly accommodations with ample parking and relaxed dining.
  • Visitors interested in exploring nearby Portsmouth attractions and historic sites.
  • Groups or individuals wanting a comfortable pub atmosphere combined with lodging.
  • Those valuing helpful staff and a friendly, community-style setting over luxury amenities.
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About this property

Welcome to Red Lion Hotel

Located on East Street in Fareham, the Red Lion Hotel is a Victorian-style extended stay property offering a relaxed atmosphere suitable for both short and longer visits. It features traditional decor, a large car park, and kid-friendly amenities such as a restaurant and bar. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available, though the hotel does not provide airport shuttle, pool, fitness center, or accessible facilities.

Guest feedback highlights helpful and friendly staff, with several reviews praising the reception and dining experience. The on-site restaurant serves a variety of meals including traditional pub fare, with positive comments on breakfast options and quality of food. Rooms are described as clean and comfortable, though some guests mention they are basic and could benefit from updates. Check-in begins at 14:00 with check-out by 11:00.

Situated within easy reach of local attractions, the hotel is well positioned for visitors interested in sightseeing and exploring the area. Nearby highlights include Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, the Spinnaker Tower, and Osborne House, all within a short drive. Travel to major airports such as Heathrow and Gatwick takes around 1 to 1.5 hours by car.

The location offers a convenient base close to Fareham town centre, with quick access off the motorway and a quiet street setting. It appeals to a variety of guests, including families and travelers passing through the region, who appreciate the balance of practical amenities and a traditional pub ambiance.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Free parking
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Accessible
Pool
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

RR
Ruth Roche Apr 13, 2026
10

Great hotel and extremely helpful lady on reception who helped my elderly father who got caught up in the M27 closure chaos late in the evening and decided to stop overnight. She helped him plan a route so that he could safely get home the next morning which I am very grateful for thank you. The room was very nice, free parking and a lovely breakfast.

SE
sarah escott Apr 03, 2026
10

This is our 5th time staying here and we wouldn’t go anywhere else when visiting the area. We’ve stayed both as a couple and now as a family with young children. The rooms are always excellent, the food is always delicious. The whole feel of the place is relaxed. The staff are super friendly and professional every time. And all of this for an excellent price. Parking is plentiful and the location is excellent for being quick off the motorway but also an easy walk into Fareham. Will be coming back many more times I’m sure!

J
Jill Mar 24, 2026
10

Passing through the area to meet a friend yesterday who had booked here for a meal at around 4pm. The male bartender was extremely friendly, engaging and helpful - apologies didn't get your name, but excellent reception and 'stand out' service. Food was excellent, scampi and chips, burger and a roast dinner. Chips - the sign of a good chef! - were wonderful. Bakewell tart and sticky toffee pudding great too. A really great meal at reasonable prices, topped off with friendly, attentive but discreet table service. A real gem. If we visit again we'll definitely be visiting. Highly recommend.

MC
Mike Coates Mar 18, 2026
10

A characterful Victorian pub/guest house in the centre of Fareham at the top of a seemingly thriving high street. Elegant traditional decor makes for a pleasant pub/restaurant atmosphere. Easy to find with a large car park. Clean, comfortable and large room with en suite which features a proper bath tub. Room seemed rather hot for my liking but was easily rectified by turning down the radiator thermostat. Excellent food which surpassed my expectations for the price point. The rump steak was excellent, as was the macaroni cheese I tried on my second evening. Friends who joined me for dinner also reported an excellent dining experience. Comprehensive breakfast menu, of which I sampled the full English and eggs royale, both of which were superb. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay again and highly recommend.

SY
shawn yates Mar 14, 2026
8.0

First time saying here and it's a nice pub that's situated perfectly right next to Fareham Town. The lady who checked me in was friendly and guided me in regards to my stay and how breakfast worked etc. The room was indeed clean but very basic, I do feel like the rooms could do with an update/refurb considering the price. The breakfast was lovely and the breakfast staff where friendly and efficient! Upon checking out I wasn't asked how was my stay or anything, I think that could be worked on! Overall a decent 3.5 stars is my rating and I'd recommend if in the area, just a refurbishment and I could see this being an amazing place!

JM
John Mackins Feb 15, 2026
8.0

Had a works xmas do here. Service, food, atmosphere all good. As a hotel have no idea but as a place to go for a pub meal, very nice.

Z
ZEUS Feb 12, 2026
10

Spent one night there, traveling home from a motorcycling holiday in Spain. Excellent Hotel, spotlessly clean room. Friendly people and at breakfast there was every thing you could have wished for to eat. Excellent highly recommend would go back there without a thought. 10 out of 10

JM
joanna Morgan Feb 06, 2026
10

Service here is amazing. We were served by Alison who was very accommodating for my very fussy 4 year old. Kept him entertained the whole way through our meal. She was very understanding and nothing was too much to ask. Highly recommend this venue for food and drinks

SS
Susan Susan Feb 05, 2026
8.0

Good value, good breakfast, nice staff, plenty of room in pub / restaurant. End of High Street, so quiet enough and within reach of everything

MS
Mike Smith Jan 25, 2026
8.0

Only used the pub. Good selection of drinks, lots of seating and food is good but portions are minimal so pricing feels high. Friendly staff and nice toilets. Lots of parking at the back where you pay upfront and reclaim the cost on your purchase.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Red Lion Hotel

Fareham, United Kingdom

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Fareham 18 min Walk
  • Portchester 51 min Walk
  • Bath Lane 1 min Walk
  • Heathrow Airport 1 hr 19 Car · 2 hr 36 Transit
  • London Gatwick Airport 1 hr 29 Car · 2 hr 26 Transit
  • London Stansted Airport 2 hr 15 Car · 3 hr 58 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in United Kingdom. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard 16,826 reviews

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4.7 · Maritime Museum
Spinnaker Tower 10,312 reviews

Spinnaker Tower

Portsmouth PO1 3TT, United Kingdom

4.6 · Historical Place Museum
Osborne 10,021 reviews

Osborne

York Ave, East Cowes PO32 6JX, United Kingdom

4.6 · Historical Landmark
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