The Red Lion at Hellidon

Sneaky Midweek Break This is our second trip in six months to the Red Lion and we fully intend to book again. We stayed in the Napoleon room as we did on our previous trip. The only reason that I could not give an excellent review on every point was that I did not check the breakfast box in arrival only to find out the following morning that it was incomplete and only set for one guest which was disappointing when we had a big day ahead of us. However the manager was very apologetic when we told him that evening and it was a genuine miscommunication between the management and housekeeping. I am sure it would not happen as a norm. The restaurant was fabulous on both evenings and for an out of the way pub it was really busy on both evenings. I can absolutely recommend the Calves Liver….. absolutely delicious.

Met up for a get together of former racing and rallying friends a group of 20 of us. We pre ordered from the festive menu and all the food came out on time so we all ate together. The food was superb and came away fully fed and happy. The portion sizes were also very good and all enjoyed it.

Disappointing stay A rather disappointing stay. Decorating was being done and I think this should have been mentioned after the booking as a "heads up". Due to this there was paint being stored in the hallway and the floors in the hallways were uncarpeted. The fridge was incredibly loud at night so I ended up taking the plug out. The continental breakfast did not include some things as stated on the breakfast sheet. It was expensive for what it is and would not stay here again. Food was good and they brought the food to my room which was appreciated but many things on the menu seemed overpriced.

Upgrade mattress/pillows then 10/10 Lovely stay, great food. Only complaint is the mattress on the bed needs replacing or a decent topper adding as well as better pillows and bedding

Great stay Lovely place great team

A little Gem. Super room, food and service fantastic. Will stay again.