Hotels in Chester and outside Manchester

Ian Jones, Food and Drink Editor

Last Updated 26 October 2019

There are so many hotels around Manchester that it can be hard to pick the best. When it comes to Cheshire and Chester, and other stunning areas less than an hour’s drive from Manchester, alongside some high-quality low-cost options, many of the oldest hotels come complete with their own backstory, too.

Take the Courthouse in Knutsford, a former – you guessed it – court house, that now offers a fascinating and dog-friendly overnight stay. Or the fabulous Chester Townhouse, a charming independent hotel at the heart of this wonderful, historic city.

To make life easy when it comes to booking, here’s our expert guide.

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

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. Forest Side Hotel

Ian Jones

Forest Side Hotel, Keswick Road, Grasmere,, Ambleside, LA22 9RN - Visit now

Hotelier Andrew Wildsmith has spent over £4m renovating a fairytale Victorian Manor which opened to the public in early 2016. It’s something of an understatement to say it’s money well spent.

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5. The White Hart Inn

Stephen Keates

The White Hart Inn, 51 Stockport Road, Lydgate, OL4 4JJ - Visit now

Fantastic traditional restaurant, with nearby hotel rooms that offer beautiful views over the local scenery.

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