The Red Lion Hinxton
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The Red Lion Hinxton

The Red Lion, 32 High St, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1QY, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Ideal location
Pets welcome
Amenities
Public parkingFree
Bar
Restaurant
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
English
No smoking in public areas
Children's meals available
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Property Description
With a stay at The Red Lion Inn in Saffron Walden, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Imperial War Museum Duxford and Audley End House. This inn is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Addenbrooke's Hospital and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from University of Cambridge.
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8.5/10
Very Good
Cleanliness8.5
Amenities8.5
Location8.5
Service8.5
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Surroundings
Airport: Cambridge City Airport
(21.7 km)
Airport: London Stansted Airport
(29.7 km)
Train: Great Chesterford
(4.2 km)
Train: Whittlesford Parkway
(4.3 km)
Landmarks: Hinxton Watermill
(350m)
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Services & Amenities

Policies

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Double Room Ensuite

1 double bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Telephone
Wi-Fi in room
Room Details
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Guest Reviews

8.5/10
Very Good
38 reviews
  • Cleanliness8.5
  • Amenities8.5
  • Location8.5
  • Service8.5
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Food and Beverages: Guests consistently praise the excellent food quality, with a diverse menu including tapas evenings and AA 4-star rated dishes. The pub offers a range of beers and ales, and the service in the garden enhances the dining experience.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 9, 2025
Great pub with annex rooms. Food excellent and staff friendly & provide great hospitality. Location is perfect for visiting Duxford IWM and surrounding area.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
May 13, 2025
Superb service from initial enquiry via their website, right through to saying goodbye and thanking them for a great trip. Travelling with me/cfs can be a nightmare and I dread hotels with noisy bathroom fans, banging doors, loud extractor fans on kitchens, trips away can be disastrous, but the Red Lion at Hinxton was Bliss. We didnt hear a thing in our lovely room, away from the main building. I was over the moon. Our room was spotlessly clean, light & airy; the bed was enormous and very comfy; the shower was very powerful plus we had plenty of hot water for a lovely bath. The gardens are lovely, very peaceful with a beautiful wisteria pergola allowing privacy for some of the tables. There is plenty of parking in their car park and it is a very short, flat, walk to the rooms, so no stairs to manage. Our two dogs were made extremely welcome and the additional cost to take them was extremely reasonable compared to other hotels. All the rooms have a separate entrance straight into the garden, so there was no “walk of shame” through a hotel when one of them needed to go out. The pub itself is lovely, but the weather was too fab to waste it sat inside. We were delighted to find waiters service in the garden, and lovely touch from a very well run friendly establishment. The food was wonderful, as we hoped it would be when we saw the AA 4 Stars. We were able to access our room very early, and they very kindly allowed us a late checkout on our final day. All the staff showed us great kindness throughout. We highly recommend this great pub, it is very convenient for Duxford.
B‍e‍c‍k‍i‍e‍ ‍L
March 31, 2025
Our accommodation at The Red Lion was fabulous. We stayed in Room 1 for two nights and we couldn’t fault it. We had dinner on our first evening there, and Alex and the restaurant team delivered 100% Breakfast however is a different matter! Waiting team, although perfectly pleasant couldn’t put up a decent breakfast if they tried. After our second disastrous breakfast we actually wondered if the fast food chain restaurant up the road would have been a better option. This place needs a breakfast chef, and a waiting on breakfast team that can help justify the cost of just short of £300 for two nights. When you get a side plate with two poached eggs on it, and another side plate with your toast on it, you know you’ve either not been understood, or someone in the kitchen can’t put an egg on toast. Aside from the disappointment of breakfast, on both mornings, this place is great. We did speak to Alex, not to complain but to suggest some training may be needed, but after the second breakfast I think it needs more than that.
C‍h‍r‍i‍s
July 30, 2025
Excellent Excellent stay and delicious breakfast thank you
J‍a‍c‍q‍u‍e‍l‍i‍n‍e
May 12, 2025
Lovely location and staff were friendly and helpful. Great breakfast.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
October 6, 2024
Went today! Couldn’t get out fast enough ! Shabby unclean. Pint of bit burger and a bottle of cider with one packet of cheese and onion crisps cost £14.00! Dearer than the O2 arena lol. Shame as just moved in local but won’t be back in a hurry!!!!!!!
N‍i‍c‍k
September 13, 2024
Nice country pub with separate accomodation in rear garden area. Very cute, clean and tidy. Just the job 👍
M‍a‍r‍g‍a‍r‍e‍t
September 8, 2024
Pub is quaint. Breakfast is good. Bed was comfortable. Room was sparsely decorated and the floor wasn’t clean. Came back after dark and there were no lights on to find our way back to the room. Felt it was a lot of money for we got.

Services & Amenities

Restaurant
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Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not possible
Languages spoken
Food & drink
Public areas
Facilities for children

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–22:30
Check-out: Before 10:30
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
CuisineWestern
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowedFree
Types of pets allowed: dogs

Service animals
Service animals are allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old

Paying at the hotel

  • Cash

Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 9
Phone:+44-1799530601
With a stay at The Red Lion Inn in Saffron Walden, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Imperial War Museum Duxford and Audley End House. This inn is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Addenbrooke's Hospital and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from University of Cambridge.

At The Red Lion Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the cancellation policy at The Red Lion Hinxton?

The cancellation policy at The Red Lion Hinxton depends on your room type and booking terms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Red Lion Hinxton?

Check-in at The Red Lion Hinxton starts from 14:00-22:30, and the standard check-out time is by 10:30.

Is breakfast available at The Red Lion Hinxton?

Yes, The Red Lion Hinxton provides breakfast. Options include Western.

Are pets allowed at The Red Lion Hinxton?

Yes, pets are allowed at The Red Lion Hinxton, but it’s recommended to contact the property directly to confirm.

How do I get to The Red Lion Hinxton from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Cambridge City Airport, located about about 23 mins from hotel by car (21.7 km) away.

About This Property

Nearest AirportCambridge City Airport
Distance to Airport21.66KM
Nearest Train StationGreat Chesterford
Distance to Train Station4.24KM
Average Price FromPHP12669
Hotel Star Rating4