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FACILITIES

  • Wi-Fi
  • Pets Allowed
  • Parking

REVIEWS

  • 9+ Exceptional
  • 8+ Fabulous
  • 7+ Very Good

DISTANCE FROM CENTRE

  • Less than 1 km
  • Less than 3 km
  • Less than 5 km

Holiday rental deals in Chester

We have selected the best vacation rentals in Chester. Save money with Bluepillow by comparing the best deals from major travel websites in Chester

  • Little Mollington Hall

    • Hotel
    8.6 Fabulous (22)
    With a stay at Little Mollington Hall, you'll be centrally located in Chester, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and University of Chester. This bed & breakfast is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Chester City ...
  • Newlyn House

    • Hotel
    9.6 Exceptional (130)
    Newlyn House offers self-catering accommodation in Chester, 3.6 km from Chester Racecourse. Chester Zoo is 5 km away. Free high-speed WiFi is provided throughout the property. Each room is a private bedroom ...
  • Stone Villa

    • Hotel
    11.6 Exceptional (2218)
    With a stay at Stone Villa in Chester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and University of Chester. This luxury guesthouse is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Chester City Walls and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) ...
  • The Lodge

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    9.6 Exceptional (10)
    English, Bicycles, TV, Wi-Fi, Heater, Linens, Kitchen, Toiletries, Closet, Free parking, Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, Smoke detector, ...
  • Base Serviced Apartments - City Road

    • Hotel
    10.2 Exceptional (718)
    With a stay at Base Serviced Apartments - City Road, you'll be centrally located in Chester, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Roman Amphitheatre. This hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Chester City ...
  • The Golden Eagle

    • Hotel
    11.4 Exceptional (905)
    With a stay at The Golden Eagle in Chester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Chester Castle. This inn is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Chester Racecourse and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Chester City ...
  • Well House Farm Flat 2

    • Hotel
    12.5 Exceptional (4)
    Set 18 km from Chester Zoo, 35 km from Albert Dock and 35 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool, Well House Farm Flat 2 provides accommodation situated in Chester. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property ...
  • Bowman Lodge

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    9.8 Exceptional (412)
    Bowman Lodge is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Chester. The hotel offers a high standard of service and amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. Free Wi-Fi in ...
  • Baytree Lodge

    • Hotel
    8.8 Fabulous (372)
    With a stay at Baytree Lodge in Chester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Chester Zoo and University of Chester. This bed & breakfast is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Chester City Walls and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) ...
  • Rondeva

    • Hotel
    10.2 Exceptional (162)
    With a stay at Rondeva in Chester, you'll be in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Grosvenor Park. This family-friendly townhouse accommodation is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from ...
  • Chester Apartments

    • Hotel
    10.6 Exceptional (127)
    With a stay at Chester Apartments, you'll be centrally located in Chester, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Grosvenor Park. This upscale apartment is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Chester City Walls and ...
  • Thornleigh

    • Hotel
    12.5 Exceptional (129)
    With a stay at this apartment in Chester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Vicars Cross Golf Club. This apartment is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Chester City Walls and 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from ...
  • Green Gables Guest House

    • Hotel
    13 Exceptional (93)
    With a stay at Green Gables Guest House in Chester, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Chester Zoo and University of Chester. This bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Chester City Walls and 1.4 mi ...
  • Enjoy the Pause

    • Hotel
    13.3 Exceptional (6)
    This apartment is centrally located in Chester, a 4-minute walk from Roman Amphitheatre and 8 minutes by foot from Chester Cathedral. This family-friendly apartment is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from River Dee and ...
  • Chapel Chester

    • Hotel
    13 Exceptional (31)
    With a stay at Chapel Chester in Chester, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Chester Cathedral and Chester City Walls. This upscale apartment is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from River Dee and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from ...
  • Three Kings Studios

    • Hotel
    9.6 Exceptional (14)
    With a stay at Three Kings Studios in Chester, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Old Dee Bridge. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Chester Racecourse and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Chester ...
  • Deva Leisure

    • Hotel
    9.2 Exceptional (22)
    With a stay at Deva Leisure, you'll be centrally located in Chester, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Old Dee Bridge. This upscale apartment is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Chester Racecourse and 1.3 ...
  • The Limes

    • Hotel
    8.4 Fabulous (31)
    Located in Chester, The Limes is within a 5-minute drive of Chester City Walls and University of Chester. This guesthouse is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Chester Cathedral and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Chester Racecourse. ...
  • Stay Angels Luxury Chester Apartments

    • Hotel
    7.6 Very Good (4)
    With a stay at Stay Angels Luxury Chester Apartments in Chester, you'll be on the riverwalk, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Chester Music Theatre. This apartment is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Chester ...
  • 14-16 Grosvenor Street Luxury Apartments - Chester

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    8 Fabulous (9)
    English, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet, Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Invoice provided, Smoke-free property, Family room, Non-smoking rooms, Smoke alarms, Closet, , Full kitchen, ...

Save on Bed & Breakfast in Chester

Are you looking for an accommodation in Chester and do you want to save money? Choose from 18 Bed & Breakfasts in Chester

  • Chester House Guest House

    • Hotel
    10.6 Exceptional (1048)
    In the vibrant Hoole area of historic Chester, Chester House Guest House offers warm and cosy rooms with free Wi-Fi. The bright, neutrally coloured rooms are individually decorated, and each has a private ...
  • Roseville Bed & Breakfast

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    13.3 Exceptional (301)
    English, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet, Wi-Fi in public areas, Boating, Fishing, Outdoor recreational features, Tennis court, Dry cleaning, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Smoke-free ...
  • The Ormonde Guesthouse

    • Hotel
    8.8 Fabulous (1101)
    Just 3 minutes’ walk from Chester’s centre, The Ormonde Guesthouse Guest House provides free parking, spacious rooms, and free WiFi. Chester Racecourse is less than a 20-minute walk away. All rooms include ...
  • Grosvenor Place Guest House

    • Hotel
    11.4 Exceptional (1690)
    Situated in the heart of Chester, the Grosvenor Place Guest House offers free WiFi. Within the city walls, this Georgian townhouse is just a 10-minute walk from Chester Racecourse. ...
  • Ba Ba Guest House

    • Hotel
    11 Exceptional (509)
    This pretty, 4-star guest house provides rooms with LCD TVs just 5 minutes’ drive from Chester’s historic centre and cathedral. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi and full English breakfasts. ...
  • The Saddle Inn

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    10.7 Exceptional (1320)
    English, Dutch, Hungarian, Wheelchair accessible, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet, Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Billiards, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Game room, Karaoke, On-site ...
  • Maison Claire

    • 15 Guests · 6Bedrooms
    8.9 Fabulous (613)
    Nestled a 4-minute walk from Chester city centre and overlooking the historic city walls, Maison Claire is a small Victorian town house. ...
  • Kilmorey Lodge

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    8.4 Fabulous (209)
    Set in a prime location of Chester, Kilmorey Lodge puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a ...
  • Glen Garth Guest House

    • Hotel
    9.6 Exceptional (4)
    This guest house is situated in the cathedral city of Chester, 1 mile from the picturesque centre. There are frequent buses available on Hoole Road, reaching the city centre in 8 minutes. ...
  • Fernlea Cottage Bed and Breakfast

    • Hotel
    9.7 Exceptional (45)
    Offering a garden and views of the countryside, Fernlea Cottage Bed and Breakfast is located just 7 miles from the center of Chester. This rural cottage offers free parking and free Wi-Fi in all areas. ...
  • Lloyds of Chester

    • Hotel
    6.7 Pleasant (721)
    This family-owned and run hotel is conveniently located just 5 minutes from the train station and the town centre of historic Chester. ...
  • Park View

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    English, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet, Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Heating in public area, Invoice provided, Smoke-free property, Smoking area, Terrace, Anti-viral cleaning ...
  • Alexandra Lodge Guest House

    • 9 Guests · 5Bedrooms
    Situated in Chester, 2.6 km from Chester Racecourse, Alexandra Lodge Guest House features accommodation with a garden, free WiFi, luggage storage space, and bicycle parking. The property is set 3. ...
  • Mason House

    • 3 Guests · 2Bedrooms
    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Mason House is situated in Chester, 1.1 km from Chester Racecourse and 4.2 km from Chester Zoo. The property is set 30 km from Albert Dock, 31 km from M&S Bank ...
  • Golborne Manor Bed and Breakfast

    • 30 Guests · 10Bedrooms
    English, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!, Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Garden, Heating in public area, Smoke-free property, Terrace, Family room, Non-smoking rooms, Car park [free of charge], ...
  • 7 Wellington place

    • 3 Guests · 2Bedrooms
    10 Exceptional (1)
    7 Wellington place, a property with a garden, is set in Chester, 5 km from Chester Zoo, 33 km from Albert Dock, as well as 33 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool. It is located 1.2 km from Chester Racecourse ...
  • Bed and breakfast Double room chester city centre, free parking

    • 2 Guests · 1Bedroom
    6.8 Pleasant (1)
    Situated 5.7 km from Chester Zoo, 33 km from Albert Dock and 34 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool, Bed and breakfast Double room chester city centre, free parking offers accommodation located in Chester. ...
  • Spacious, 3 Bed House for 6 in Central Chester

    • 8 Guests · 4Bedrooms
    Boasting city views, Spacious, 3 Bed House for 6 in Central Chester features accommodation with patio, around less than 1 km from Chester Racecourse. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides ...

Farmhouse or Hotel? Choose from the best offers

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Hotels in Chester, our top selection just for you

Are you looking for hotels in Chester? Here is a selection of the best hotels in Chester

  • The City Hotel

    • Hotel
    8.2 Fabulous (71)
    Located 2.7 km from Chester Racecourse, The City Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and luggage storage space for your convenience. Free WiFi is featuredthroughout the property. ...
  • The Commercial Bar & Hotel

    • Hotel
    8.2 Fabulous (137)
    The Commercial Bar & Hotel is conveniently situated in Chester, and features a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 5 km from Chester Zoo, 31 km from Albert Dock and 31 km from M&S Bank ...
  • Rowton Hall Hotel and Spa

    • Hotel
    10.7 Exceptional (856)
    Located in Chester, Rowton Hall Hotel and Spa is within a 15-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Chester City Walls. This 4-star hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Chester Racecourse and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from University ...
  • Rowton Poplars Hotel

    • Hotel
    10.5 Exceptional (1840)
    A 6-minute drive from Chester city centre, Rowton Poplars Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, ample parking and an on-site restaurant and bar. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with bath and complementary ...
  • The Coach House Inn

    • Hotel
    10.4 Exceptional (1175)
    This 19th-century coaching inn is located in the heart of Chester city centre. There is a 4-star award-winning restaurant downstairs and 8 rooms above. ...
  • Roomzzz Chester City

    • Hotel
    11.2 Exceptional (4792)
    Situated next to Chester Racecourse, Roomzzz Chester offers self-catering accommodation. Free WiFi access is available. The property is 5 minutes' walk from Chester city centre and 3.5 miles from Chester ...
  • The Hotel Chester

    • Hotel
    12.8 Exceptional (413)
    In a prime location in the Chester City Centre district of Chester, The Hotel Chester is located 5.7 km from Chester Zoo, 31 km from Albert Dock and 32 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool. ...
  • Chester Court Hotel

    • Hotel
    10 Exceptional (1912)
    Within walking distance of Chester's city centre, this friendly, independent family-run hotel offers free parking, free WiFi in public areas, a bar and comfortable en-suite rooms. ...
  • BOATHOUSE AND RIVERSIDE ROOMS

    • Hotel
    12 Exceptional (1771)
    Located overlooking the river Dee however still within 5 minutes of Chester city centre with on-site parking electric car charging points and also within easy reach of Chester Business Park Deeside Industrial ...
  • Hotel Indigo - Chester, an IHG Hotel

    • Hotel
    12.7 Exceptional (2669)
    Set in Chester, 1.9 km from Chester Racecourse, Hotel Indigo - Chester offers air-conditioned accommodation and a bar. Among the facilities of this property is the Forge Restaurant, a 24-hour front desk ...
  • Holiday Inn Express, Chester Racecourse, an IHG Hotel

    • Hotel
    10.3 Exceptional (5525)
    Within the grounds of Chester Racecourse, this Holiday Inn Express offers free high-speed Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and impressive views. Chester’s historic centre is just a 5-minute walk away. ...
  • Leonardo Hotel Chester

    • Hotel
    12.2 Exceptional (1670)
    Well situated in Chester, Leonardo Hotel Chester offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make ...
  • Golden Eagle

    • Hotel
    11.4 Exceptional (905)
    Golden Eagle is located in Chester, 700 metres from Chester Racecourse and 5.3 km from Chester Zoo. This 4-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. ACC Liverpool is 32 km from the inn and Philharmonic Hall ...
  • Moxy Chester

    • Hotel
    11.5 Exceptional (1023)
    With a stay at Moxy Chester in Chester, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Chester Cathedral and Chester City Walls. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Chester Racecourse and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Chester ...
  • Crowne Plaza CHESTER

    • Hotel
    10.2 Exceptional (6072)
    A chic Chester hotel with meeting rooms, a grill restaurant and health club.Crowne Plaza® Chester hotel is located in the heart of the city centre. Nearby Chester station has direct trains to London, Manchester ...
  • Oddfellows Chester Hotel and Apartments

    • Hotel
    12.3 Exceptional (1520)
    With a stay at Oddfellows Chester Hotel and Apartments, you'll be centrally located in Chester, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Grosvenor Museum. This upscale hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Chester ...
  • The Pied Bull

    • Hotel
    9.7 Exceptional (5236)
    Dating from 1155, The Pied Bull is situated within the walls of the Roman city of Chester. It boasts its own microbrewery and bar serving a wide selection of ales, wines and beers. Parking is available ...
  • Crabwall Manor & Spa - BW Signature Collection

    • Hotel
    9.5 Exceptional (4963)
    Crabwall Manor & Spa; BW Signature Collection boasts elegant rooms, a spa and an indoor swimming pool. This historic manor house from 1660 is a short drive from Chester city centre. It has free parking, ...

The best hotels with swimming pool in Chester

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  • The City Hotel

    • Hotel
    8.2 Fabulous (71)
    Located 2.7 km from Chester Racecourse, The City Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and luggage storage space for your convenience. Free WiFi is featuredthroughout the property. ...
  • The Commercial Bar & Hotel

    • Hotel
    8.2 Fabulous (137)
    The Commercial Bar & Hotel is conveniently situated in Chester, and features a garden, free WiFi and a bar. The property is around 5 km from Chester Zoo, 31 km from Albert Dock and 31 km from M&S Bank ...
  • Rowton Hall Hotel and Spa

    • Hotel
    10.7 Exceptional (856)
    Located in Chester, Rowton Hall Hotel and Spa is within a 15-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Chester City Walls. This 4-star hotel is 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Chester Racecourse and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from University ...
  • Rowton Poplars Hotel

    • Hotel
    10.5 Exceptional (1840)
    A 6-minute drive from Chester city centre, Rowton Poplars Hotel offers free Wi-Fi, ample parking and an on-site restaurant and bar. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with bath and complementary ...
  • The Coach House Inn

    • Hotel
    10.4 Exceptional (1175)
    This 19th-century coaching inn is located in the heart of Chester city centre. There is a 4-star award-winning restaurant downstairs and 8 rooms above. ...
  • Roomzzz Chester City

    • Hotel
    11.2 Exceptional (4792)
    Situated next to Chester Racecourse, Roomzzz Chester offers self-catering accommodation. Free WiFi access is available. The property is 5 minutes' walk from Chester city centre and 3.5 miles from Chester ...
  • The Hotel Chester

    • Hotel
    12.8 Exceptional (413)
    In a prime location in the Chester City Centre district of Chester, The Hotel Chester is located 5.7 km from Chester Zoo, 31 km from Albert Dock and 32 km from M&S Bank Arena Liverpool. ...
  • Chester Court Hotel

    • Hotel
    10 Exceptional (1912)
    Within walking distance of Chester's city centre, this friendly, independent family-run hotel offers free parking, free WiFi in public areas, a bar and comfortable en-suite rooms. ...
  • BOATHOUSE AND RIVERSIDE ROOMS

    • Hotel
    12 Exceptional (1771)
    Located overlooking the river Dee however still within 5 minutes of Chester city centre with on-site parking electric car charging points and also within easy reach of Chester Business Park Deeside Industrial ...
  • Hotel Indigo - Chester, an IHG Hotel

    • Hotel
    12.7 Exceptional (2669)
    Set in Chester, 1.9 km from Chester Racecourse, Hotel Indigo - Chester offers air-conditioned accommodation and a bar. Among the facilities of this property is the Forge Restaurant, a 24-hour front desk ...
  • Holiday Inn Express, Chester Racecourse, an IHG Hotel

    • Hotel
    10.3 Exceptional (5525)
    Within the grounds of Chester Racecourse, this Holiday Inn Express offers free high-speed Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and impressive views. Chester’s historic centre is just a 5-minute walk away. ...
  • Leonardo Hotel Chester

    • Hotel
    12.2 Exceptional (1670)
    Well situated in Chester, Leonardo Hotel Chester offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make ...
  • Golden Eagle

    • Hotel
    11.4 Exceptional (905)
    Golden Eagle is located in Chester, 700 metres from Chester Racecourse and 5.3 km from Chester Zoo. This 4-star inn features free WiFi and a bar. ACC Liverpool is 32 km from the inn and Philharmonic Hall ...
  • Moxy Chester

    • Hotel
    11.5 Exceptional (1023)
    With a stay at Moxy Chester in Chester, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Chester Cathedral and Chester City Walls. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Chester Racecourse and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Chester ...
  • Crowne Plaza CHESTER

    • Hotel
    10.2 Exceptional (6072)
    A chic Chester hotel with meeting rooms, a grill restaurant and health club.Crowne Plaza® Chester hotel is located in the heart of the city centre. Nearby Chester station has direct trains to London, Manchester ...
  • Oddfellows Chester Hotel and Apartments

    • Hotel
    12.3 Exceptional (1520)
    With a stay at Oddfellows Chester Hotel and Apartments, you'll be centrally located in Chester, within a 10-minute drive of Chester Zoo and Grosvenor Museum. This upscale hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Chester ...
  • The Pied Bull

    • Hotel
    9.7 Exceptional (5236)
    Dating from 1155, The Pied Bull is situated within the walls of the Roman city of Chester. It boasts its own microbrewery and bar serving a wide selection of ales, wines and beers. Parking is available ...
  • Crabwall Manor & Spa - BW Signature Collection

    • Hotel
    9.5 Exceptional (4963)
    Crabwall Manor & Spa; BW Signature Collection boasts elegant rooms, a spa and an indoor swimming pool. This historic manor house from 1660 is a short drive from Chester city centre. It has free parking, ...

Where to stay in Chester

In a destination like Chester it will be possible to stay charming. Accommodations? Chester offers many accommodation alternatives, that meet everyone's needs: for who travels in a group, as a couple, with the family or alone.
Over a total of 1,054 accommodation, it is possible to distinguish 811 apartments, 109 hotels, 45 b&bs, 536 independent homes, 103 villas, 2 farmhouses, 4 hostels and much more. Every alternative is equipped with a remarkable range of services that wil allow for a more enjoyable stay between your choices. The best features in Chester are: Wi-Fi, Pets Allowed, Parking, Non Smoking Only and Kitchen.
The world's tourists appreciate Chester. Would you like to know which is the best accommodation with the best reviws in Chester? The best types of accommodation according to the tourists are Accommodations. Proof is the multitude of reviews that each of them has written. 1,845 reviews with a score of 10.0 Excellent and 108 reviews with a score of 8.0 Verry Good, over a total of 118,008 reviews.

Chester: Organize a holiday and find the best accommodation deals

Chester, low cost holiday? Here's what to do. It can be easy to organize a low cost long term or weekend holiday in Chester by knowing that: for long term stays, the best weekly low cost offers in Chester have an average cost of 901 pounds, instead for a low cost weekend in Chester, there are low cost offers available with an average cost of 195 pounds per night.
The cheapest week is in the month of September from 14/09 to 21/09.
In Chester it will be possible to find accommodation solutions at an average cost of 128 pounds per night.

The main interest points and what to see in Chester during your stay

The best accommodation in Chester can be found near the main interest points. The unmissable interest points are:

  • Chester Cathedral
  • Chester City Walls
  • Eastgate and Eastgate Clock
  • Chester Rows
  • The Grosvenor Museum

Not far from the centre you can find 1,054 accommodation available with the best offers: 811 Apartments, 45 B&Bs, 109 Hotels, and much more.
Below you can find the best apartments near the centre.

Chester and the time with the best weather for a holiday

Chester: do you want to know which is the hottest month: the hottest month of the year is July where temperatures can reach 21°C.
If instead you are cold lovers the best month with the coldes temperatures is January, where the temperature can drop to 8°C.
On average in Chester you will find an average temperature of 14°C.
November is the rainest month where, on average, it can rain up to 13 days consecutively.

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