Just 8 miles from Lincoln, in the pretty village of Dunston, the 17th-century Red Lion inn offers comfortable rooms with attached bathroom with full English breakfasts. There is free parking and free Wi-Fi at this traditional Lincolnshire pub with beer garden. The guest rooms are located in a separate lodge in the grounds of the inn, and all have private entrances. Each room has a bathroom with shower and complementary toiletries, as well as a TV with DVD player, hairdryer and tea and coffee facilities. A home-cooked full English breakfast is served each morning. The Red Lion Dunston also serves lunch and dinner, making use of the county’s local produce including Lincolnshire red beef. Lincoln’s attractive Cathedral Quarter is just 16 minutes’ drive from the inn. Its quiet countryside location is within 1 hour of towns including Nottingham, Grantham, Boston and Skegness.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Branston
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lizzie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were so happy, welcoming and kind. Breakfast was so yummy and the village is so peaceful. I have already recommended this place to my family.
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent English Breakfast served and cooked by our host John.
  • Marilyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very quiet location. Plenty of parking on site. Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice breakfast. Very reasonable price

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The redlion

    No additional info available

Amenities of Red Lion Dunston
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    • Express check-in/out
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Bathroom emergency cord
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

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    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club Cash Red Lion Dunston accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please ask for Room 2 if you require wheelchair accessible accommodations with wet room.

    FAQs about Red Lion Dunston

    • Red Lion Dunston is 3.7 miles from the center of Branston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Red Lion Dunston include:

      • Double
      • Twin

    • Check-in at Red Lion Dunston is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • The prices at Red Lion Dunston may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Red Lion Dunston offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Darts
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)

    • Red Lion Dunston has 1 restaurant:

      • The redlion