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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Red Lion Hotel in Oakford offers family rooms with private bathrooms, featuring carpeted floors, TVs, and free WiFi. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a traditional restaurant serving local cuisine, a bar, and a sun terrace. The hotel provides free on-site parking, outdoor seating, and live music. Breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Convenient Location: Located 32 mi from Exeter International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Tiverton Castle (9.3 mi), Dunster Castle (21 mi), and Woodlands Castle (30 mi). Cycling activities are available. Highly rated for its bar, staff, and room comfort.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Monique
United Kingdom
“Staff couldn’t have been more friendly or accommodating. Breakfast was great as was dinner. Bed was very comfortable. This was our 3rd stay here over the last 3-4 years, a great stop to or from Cornwall to beak up the journey.” - Ian
United Kingdom
“Lovely traditional pub out in the countryside, bedroom was superb 👌 wish all facilities you would require, Very comfortable. Breakfast was substantial and well cooked, all staff friendly and most helpful. The evening meal was fabulous cooked by...” - Monique
United Kingdom
“3rd time staying here, great stopover on way to or from Cornwall. Room is comfortable and clean. Food was good. Staff were very attentive. Definitely recommend. Dog friendly too!” - Michael
Canada
“We stayed a couple of nights and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Excellent supper and breakfast, very comfortable bed, cozy room and all of the staff made it a lovely home away from home.❤️” - Rachel
United Kingdom
“Lovely pub in a great location. Very quiet so had a wonderful nights sleep. The bed was very comfortable and the room had nice decor. It was spotlessly clean. We had a meal in the restaurant and the food was excellent. There was a great atmosphere...” - Tracy
United Kingdom
“2nd visit didn’t disappoint friendly and welcoming” - Catt
United Kingdom
“Nice peaceful location. Beautiful comfortable room . Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast.” - Hancock-david
United Kingdom
“So pleased found The Red Lion - Great couple of nights stay. Despite arriving late, had already been advised no hot food would be available however offer of left over roast beef and ham sandwiches were most welcome and very tasty, as were the...” - Lynsey
United Kingdom
“Cosy county pub with top quality room. Incredibly comfortable bed! Friendly staff and delicious food. Make sure you look for the folder of local walks, a really good idea for those who don't know the area.” - Gail
United Kingdom
“Friendly village inn with comfortable rooms and a great breakfast. We ate dinner at the pub, tasty food and good portions. Friendly staff and a great location for exploring Exmoor and the surrounding villages.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.





The fine print
Please inform The Red Lion Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
A damage deposit of £5 is required on arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by bank transfer, subject to an inspection of the property.