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The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

4.0 star property
Inn with free parking, near Chester City Walls

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Reception
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Explore the area

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21 The Groves, Chester, England, CH1 1SD
  • Place, Chester Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester City Walls
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester Racecourse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room with Partial River View

Superior Double Room with Partial River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 22 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room with Wet Room

Comfort Double Room with Wet Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Chester

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms puts you in the heart of Chester, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Chester City Walls and Chester Racecourse. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The Boathouse serves British cuisine. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and luggage storage. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Chester inn include Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet.
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What's nearby

  • Grosvenor Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chester Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Chester City Walls - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Chester Racecourse - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chester Zoo - 7 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Chester Station - 12 min walk
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cornerhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hickory's Smokehouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brewhouse & Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Square Bottle (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

Inn with free parking, near Chester City Walls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Chester inn.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms offers 21 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Chester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms on 12 Oct 2025 start from NZ$231.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Yep, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms serve breakfast?

You bet, English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

No, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 874 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 874 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 874 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 874 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 874 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Will

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to fault with the property at all just wish I’d booked a different room rather than the accessibility room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Situated in a lovely spot have stayed 4 times but I feel each time I have been it gets worse each time regards maintenance outside
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Greta Place to stay

A great place to stay for visiting Chester. A few minutes walk to the city wall and you are right there amongst the Rows and bars and restaurants. They do a great selection for breakfast and the views overlooking the river are stunning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the Beatles theme lobby and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of hot water. Lovely walk in shower, nice room overlooking river. Pleasant staff, cooked Breakfast was hit & miss, good choice of cereals with fresh yogurt & fruit etc.
Beautiful location view of Boat House from across river
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Great location and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Helen, Stoke on Trent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely position.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a fantastic staycation for my friends 60th Birthday the hotel was great lovely location, rooms where lovely and really clean, the staff where all really friendly nothing to much trouble. The food was fab and amazing value. The hotel decor is lovely and I will definitely be returning thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious room which was clean and comfortable. Tasteful, themed decor with pleasant shower room providing soft and fluffy towels and toiletries. Lovely breskfast provided in the restaurant with very helpful and friendly staff. Would recommend for a stay in Chester due to perfect location by the river, yet close enough to the centre of the city.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Night away

Great hotel fantastic location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice decor and friendly staff. Room was way too warm with no way of adjusting the heating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Boathouse anniversary stay

Perfect stay, riverside rooms are lovely, staff are very friendly, loved having drinks in the beer garden on the river and breakfast was spot on!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025