The Red Lion - Central Dr, Hornchurch

Lovely old hotel and restaurant. The outstanding asset is the excellent staff. On a previous visit we were mistakenly late for breakfast but they still served us willingly and with a smile. They are always patient and helpful whatever the demands on them.

Given the close proximity to a major and busy road the rooms were remarkably quiet I wasn't disturbed by either emergency vehicles screaming by (and there were quite a few) or even the church bells practicing next door! Comfortable, clean with helpful staff. I always enjoy a building with character, especially when the surrounding area, aside from the church, offers little. Breakfast and evening meal were excellent (although my evening meal was quite small). Would stay again.

Excellent value for money. Large, spacious, comfortable, clean room and bathroom. I would have given the room rating five stars but the bathroom didn't have any heating. The menu choices were great and value for money as discounted when you stay there. The car park was a bit tight as workmen were parked there in vans but normally ok I would presume. The hotel is near to the Metropolitan and Piccadilly lines giving easy access to London. I would recommend this hotel and restaurant.

Lovely place to stay with exceptionally clean and spacious rooms. Fabulous restaurant with a good menu. Friendly and helpful staff. Having transited through Heathrow for many years now we have always stayed around paddington due to the rail connections. However over the last 5 years we have found most of the rooms to be very low standard despite paying more than £150 per night. The Red Lion is on a completely different level by comparison and for a very reasonable price. Very much recommended.

Lovely hotel, perfect for a couple of days stopover if you're in the area. The breakfast in particular is great. Recommend the home made granola amazing!