The Red Lion Inn

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Somerton with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Daily English breakfast (GBP 10 per person)
Exterior
Lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Front of property
The Red Lion Inn sits in a peaceful rural location where travelers can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Guests relax on the sunny terrace, challenge each other in the arcade room, or wander through the property's beautiful gardens.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

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Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Main Street, Babcary, Somerton, England, TA11 7ED

What's nearby

  • Lytes Cary Manor - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Haynes International Motor Museum - 12 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Clarks Village - 19 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Glastonbury Abbey - 21 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Glastonbury Tor - 25 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Castle Cary Station - 13 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bull Ilchester - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Unicorn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Castlebrook Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Red Lion Inn

Upscale bed & breakfast in a rural location
Consider a stay at The Red Lion Inn and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. The on-site restaurant, Red Lion Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers and barbecues
  • Smoke-free property, wedding services and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at The Red Lion Inn have comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Red Lion Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Red Lion Inn Somerton
Red Lion Somerton
The Red Lion Inn Somerton
The Red Lion Inn Bed & breakfast
The Red Lion Inn Bed & breakfast Somerton

Frequently asked questions

Is The Red Lion Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Red Lion Inn?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Red Lion Inn on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$293.94, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Red Lion Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Red Lion Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Red Lion Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Red Lion Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lytes Cary Manor, Haynes International Motor Museum and Cadbury Castle. Fleet Air Arm Museum and Avalon Vineyard are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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