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The Pied Bull

3.0 star property
Inn with a restaurant, steps from Chester City Walls

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Enjoy a classic bar experience with a selection of beverages available for service.
Relax in a shaded outdoor space with comfortable seating and dining areas.
Classic hotel room with two single beds, armchair, and television, set amidst exposed beams and a decorative ceiling.
Step into a traditional pub with rustic charm, featuring a wooden ceiling, bar counter, and classic beer barrel.
Relax in a classic hotel room with a large bed, sofa, and elegant desk.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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57 Northgate Street, Chester, England, CH1 2HQ
  • Chester City Walls
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Chester Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Chester Racecourse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Brewers cottage twin

Classic hotel room with two single beds, armchair, and television, set amidst exposed beams and a decorative ceiling.

Brewers cottage twin

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Brewers cottage double

Classic bedroom with a large bed, nightstand, and television, set against a floral wallpaper backdrop.

Brewers cottage double

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 4 Poster Suite

Cozy bedroom with a four-poster bed, nightstands, and a sofa, offering a comfortable retreat with a view.

4 Poster Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Luxury Double Room

Relax in a classic hotel room with a large bed, sofa, and elegant desk.

Luxury Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Enjoy a restful stay in this cozy room with a single bed, flat-screen TV, and convenient table with lamp.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room

Cozy retreat with a large bed, wooden chair, and stylish nightstands.

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Junior 4 Poster

Relax in a classic room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and stylish damask wall.

Junior 4 Poster

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Penthouse (Suite)

Enjoy a classic stay with a large bed, wardrobe, and window offering a view of the exterior.

Penthouse (Suite)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Classic bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Chester

The Pied Bull puts you in the heart of Chester, steps from Chester City Walls and within a 15-minute stroll of Chester Racecourse. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .Pied Bull serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the inn's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. On weekday mornings English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Chester inn include Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet.
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What's nearby

  • Chester City Walls - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chester Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chester Racecourse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Chester - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Chester Zoo - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Chester Station - 14 min walk
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Shropshire Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nine Elephants - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Marmalade - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chatwins - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Pied Bull

Inn with a restaurant, steps from Chester City Walls
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Pied Bull.

This 3-star Chester inn is smoke free.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Pied Bull offers 31 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. This Chester inn provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekday English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pied Bull

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant 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 13.95 per person

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Pied Bull
Pied Bull Chester
Pied Bull Inn
Pied Bull Inn Chester
Pied Bull Hotel Chester
The Pied Bull Inn
The Pied Bull Chester
The Pied Bull Inn Chester

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Pied Bull?

The Pied Bull offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Does The Pied Bull serve breakfast?

Sure does, English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Pied Bull?

No, The Pied Bull does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Pied Bull?

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 Pied Bull?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Pied Bull?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Pied Bull?

There isn't one on site, but Chester Golf Club is a short 19-minute walk away.

The Pied Bull Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 759 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 256 out of 759 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 759 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 759 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 759 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peter on reception was amazing and very helpful. From start to finish, he went above expectations to ensure we had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in Chester, especially convenient if you’re seeing a show at the theatre next door!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The deluxe room was basic. Room was a good size but the bed was uncomfortable with a lumpy mattress. For the price paid I would have expected a better standard.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie, Athens

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Disliked: Amenities
Room was fine. Food was subpar. A lot of stairs and long way to room. Best part of stay was ease of getting a taxi.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Pied Bull

Third visit, always a pleasure. Stayed in cottage at back of pub. No issues. Fantastic cooked breakfast and lovely friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Pied bull weekend

I love tradition so staying in a place of history was part of my choice to stay there. Basic but clean and did the job for our stay. Staff friendly and welcoming. Great location too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

2 night stay.

Had a lovely 2 nights at the Pied Bull, couldnt fault it If I was to be picky the stairs were a little steep. Everything else was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jaime

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

A nice place to stay.

A great little find with lots of character. Friendly staff and a straight forward checkin/out process. Close to town Center and would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant staff, food was very nice, suite was clean and bed very comfortable. Would stay again due to its locality
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Old fashioned character look to it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Bank Holiday at the Pied Bull

Had a lovely bank holiday weekend at this hotel and the staff and location are all excellent .Had lovely meals there also and would definitely recommend 👌. Even when returning late from night club manager was there to welcome you back and see you to your room if needed.Looking forward to returning for another lovely break 😀.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a four poster room at the side, do reasonably quiet. Room quaint, bathroom spacious with waterfall shower. Pub historic and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Room

Hotel room very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Bar was extremely busy and it took some time for a member of staff to notice me stood there and to complete check in. Also no heating in room other than a plug in heater. Not good.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Fergie

Disliked: Room comfort

Couldn’t Recommend

We arrived around 10 minutes early for check in, and were told to come back. They did offer to take our bags. Having looked at the website for the restaurant and food looked pretty good, so decided to eat in. I had the burger which was mediocre at best, and my wife had the fish and chips. The fish was greasy and overcooked, and the chips undercooked.. not nice at all. We booked a superior double room but little things let it down. The mattress was extremely soft and lumpy, if you wanted to use the plug sockets for the hairdryer you had to crawl under the dressing table. There was nowhere to hang a towel in reach from the shower, and nowhere to put your toiletries other than on the floor of the shower. The extractor in the bathroom was extremely noisy and stays on for at least 10 mins once turned off. A better view from the window for a superior room, other than a brick wall would have been nice. We prepaid for breakfast and didn’t really want to go but thought we would give it a go, again underwhelming. Will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Pied bull Chester

Our stay at the pied bull chester .Our stay was just what we expected clean , pleasent helpful staff, great food and a wide variety of drinks .shower was clean as were beds and carpets .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the centre of the city. Reasonable rooms at a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Perfect overnight stay

Great pub in the centre of Chester for an overnight stay and hearty breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Darren

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food and drinks ridiculously over priced. Was advised a local park at £8.80 overnight. Actually was £16.50 overnight parking. It’s an old building and the section we stayed in had sloping floors. Great central location for other bars and restaurants though.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Chester City Visit

This is a historic hotel inside the city walls in Chester. It was built in 1535. The lobby pub and restaurant were unique with great atmosphere. Elderly people will have great difficulty using the steep stairs to the 3rd level rooms, but we enjoyed this hotel greatly!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025