Situated in Colchester, the Red Lion Hotel is a Grade I-listed building with original Tudor features. The individually decorated en-suite rooms contain period features, and contain flat-screen TVs, WiFi access and tea/coffee making facilities. The Red Lion's old banqueting hall is now the Parliament Restaurant. The restaurant offers classic dishes and still has the original wood-beamed ceiling. There is also a bar and 24-hour room service available. The hotel is opposite Colchester's Town Hall and is located on the high street, where guests can find shops, bars and restaurants. The University of Essex is 1.9 miles away. Colchester Town Rail Station is 550 yards away. Parking is available at a discounted rate in the public car park 750 yards away.