About this property
In a magnificent 16th-century building, Red Lion Coaching Inn offers free parking, free Wi-Fi, cooked breakfasts and elegant rooms. With a central location in Ellesmere, the inn is surrounded by Shropshire countryside. The individually designed rooms at the Red Lion each have a satellite TV and tea and coffee facilities. Some have a private bathroom and period features, and all have a video player, with access to a free video library. The award-winning restaurant serves traditional British cuisine, using fresh local produce. There is also a world wine list, vegetarian options and a children’s menu. Full English breakfasts are served daily, with lighter options also available. With a picturesque village location, next to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Red Lion Inn is just yards from The Mere Lake and Cremorne Gardens. Wrexham is a 20-minute drive away and historical Shrewsbury can be reached in 30 minutes’ drive.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ruth
United Kingdom“Good value for money, very good breakfast. Staff were very good and friendly, particularly on Friday evening, worked exceptionally well together as a team” - Janet
Dominican Republic“Anna the young lady I the bar was exceptional. We had an evening meal that was called the enormous and it was all that. The full english breakfast was fantastic.” - Karen United Kingdom“Just stayed for 3 nights with my little dog and had a fabulous time Staff are very friendly and welcoming, can't do enough for you. Rooms are lovely and clean. Food was delicious and a great choice too, so ate there all 3 nights and for lunch...”
- Claire United Kingdom“Anna, was amazing, you could not fault her hospitality. Food was great with a lovely menu.”
- Frank
Australia“A good place to stay in Ellesmere. Good old trad pub. Staff were great, food was good, and the room was larger than I expected, and clean and tidy. The small en suite was a bit of a squeeze, but hey, how long do you spend in there? The parking out...” 
Robert United Kingdom“The property was lovely. Two of us had our own rooms ready for a course today. We arrived last night and where greeted and treated with care and professionalism. After checking in we where shown where our rooms where. If you expecting 5*. It isn’t...”- Peter United Kingdom“A lovely stay. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Food was really good and would gladly return.”
- Tony
Portugal“The location is great for being at the center of town and the hotel staff were wonderful.” - Mike United Kingdom“Everything, location, food, staff very attentive, they changed our room to the ground floor due to mobility issues. The menus were full of a variety of foods to suit all tastes. Good choice on the breakfast menu”
- Mike United Kingdom“Having been to this property for a few years now, the standards have always been top rate, the food/ menu always good and good value, the staff do go out of their way to help you with any requests...you can book a table and choose where you would...”
Area info
Restaurants
- Red Lion Ellesmere
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
