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Hotels in Chester

Polly Checkland Harding

If you’re planning an overnight stay in the historic city of Chester, the county seat of Cheshire, it’s worth taking an overview of the wide range of hotels here. From high-end luxury to modern, spacious apartments, here’s our expert guide to the best places to stay in this incredible city.

Discover our top picks

  • 1. Hotel Indigo Chester

    Ian Jones

    Hotel Indigo Chester, Grosvenor Park Rd,, Chester, CH1 1QQ - Visit now

    Hotel Indigo Chester is the definition of a special occasion destination. Treat yourself, at least once. High-end hotels don’t get much more high-end than this.

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  • 2. Chester Townhouse

    Chester Townhouse hotel
    Chester Townhouse

    Chester Townhouse, 49-51 Lower Bridge Street, Chester, CH 1 1RS - Visit now

    If you’re in town on business it’s a well-priced option, but if you’re visiting Chester to see the sights, you’ll struggle to find anywhere quite as agreeable as this beautiful independent hotel.

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  • 3. The Courthouse Cheshire

    Ian Jones

    The Courthouse Cheshire, Toft Rd, Knutsford, WA16 0PB - Visit now

    There aren’t many other hotels in the UK quite like The Courthouse, and considering the number of sights to visit in this wonderful corner of the North, this is well worth a special visit, with or without pets.

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  • 4. The Chester Grosvenor

    The Chester Grosvenor Hotel
    Courtesy of The Chester Grosvenor

    The Chester Grosvenor, Eastgate, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1LT - Visit now

    The award-winning five-star Chester Grosvenor hotel has been welcoming guests since 1865 and remains one of the finest hotels in the UK.

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  • 5. Oddfellows

    Oddfellows hotel, Chester
    Courtesy of Oddfellows Chester

    Oddfellows, 20 Lower Bridge Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1RS - Visit now

    Oddfellows hotel inhabits a quirky Georgian townhouse right bang in the middle of Chester, only moments away from the river.

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  • 6. Edgar House

    Edgar House hotel, Chester
    Courtesy of Edgar House

    Edgar House, 22 City Walls, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1SB - Visit now

    Edgar House is Chester’s award-winning premier luxury hotel. Packed with stunning Georgian period features, this spot is for adults only.

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  • 7. Roomzzz Aparthotel Chester City

    Roomzzz Aparthotel Chester City
    Courtesy of Roomzzz Aparthotel Chester City

    Roomzzz Aparthotel Chester City, Norroy House, Nuns Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2LJ - Visit now

    Roomzzz Aparthotel Chester City offer 64 modern, spacious serviced apartments to choose from, including five stunning Penthouse Suites.

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  • 8. Stone Villa

    Stone Villa hotel, Chester
    Courtesy of Stone Villa

    Stone Villa, 3 Stone Place, Hoole, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 3NR - Visit now

    The Stone Villa hotel, built around 1850, is located in an attractive suburb just 0.8 miles from the centre of the city and its famous walls.

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  • 9. Abode Chester

    Abode Hotel Chester

    Abode Chester, Grosvenor Rd,, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2DJ - Visit now

    Abode Chester offers unique and stylish accommodation in the heart of the city, close to England’s oldest working racecourse.

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Geronimo Festival 2022
Families 27–29 August 2022, from £20.00

Geronimo Festival at Arley Hall

Head to the Geronimo Festival 2022 to experience children’s entertainment & activities, music, food stalls, camping, and loads of fun!

Exhibitions Until 25 November 2022, FREE

Gathering Downstream at Quarry Bank

The former cotton mill of Quarry Bank is currently home to ‘Gathering Downstream’, an exhibition exploring the site’s legacy of the industrial revolution alongside environmental change and disruption.

The Time Traveller's Wife
Theatre 30 September–15 October 2022, from £22.50

The Time Traveller’s Wife: a new musical at Storyhouse

A brand new musical adaptation of Audrey Niffenegger’s international best-seller is set to receive its world premiere at Storyhouse before moving to the West End.

Romeo and Juliet at Grosvenor Open Air Theatre
Families Until 28 August 2022, from £28.00

Romeo and Juliet at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

Don’t miss one of the greatest love stories ever told when it comes to Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre this summer. Theatre and fresh air. Perfect.

Activity Until 1 December 2022, from £13

Candle making at Cheshire Workshops

Try your hand at candle making with the experts at Cheshire Workshops, this fun and creative skill is suitable for all ages.

Just So Festival, Rode Hall Cheshire
Families 19–21 August 2022, from £20

Just So Festival 2022

Just So, the best family festival in the UK, returns in August. Expect woodland adventures, magical storytelling and outdoor arts and creative activities for families.

Activity Until 30 August 2022, Quarry Bank admission prices apply (free for National Trust members) £1.50 for trail

The Lost Words at Quarry Bank

Robert McFarlane and Jackie Morris’ spell book is brought to life in a special new artist trail which brings to life the language of the natural world.

Activity Until 31 August 2022, from £0.00

Tours in Chester

Roman Soldiers, blue badge holders and Medieval Longbowman walk the streets of Chester sharing their passion for history with a wide selection of tours in Chester.

Little Women at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre
Theatre Until 29 August 2022, from £28.00

Little Women at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

The treasured story of the March sisters will be reimagined for the stunning setting of Chester’s open air theatre this summer.

Open Air Theatre in Manchester and the North
Childrens Until 29 August 2022, from £28.00

Stig of the Dump at Grosvenor Open Air Theatre

A revival of Grosvenor Park’s sell-out, critically acclaimed production of the classic tale of a boy’s friendship with a mysterious caveman.

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Exhibitions Until 25 November 2022, FREE

Gathering Downstream at Quarry Bank

Romeo and Juliet at Grosvenor Open Air Theatre
Families Until 28 August 2022, from £28.00

Romeo and Juliet at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

Activity Until 1 December 2022, from £13

Candle making at Cheshire Workshops

Activity Until 30 August 2022, Quarry Bank admission prices apply (free for National Trust members) £1.50 for trail

The Lost Words at Quarry Bank

The BFG in Pictures
Families Until 2 October 2022, FREE

The BFG in Pictures at Grosvenor Museum

Open Air Theatre in Manchester and the North
Childrens Until 29 August 2022, from £28.00

Stig of the Dump at Grosvenor Open Air Theatre

Little Women at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre
Theatre Until 29 August 2022, from £28.00

Little Women at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

Activity Until 31 August 2022, from £0.00

Tours in Chester