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The Pied Bull

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

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Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
Luxury Double Room
Brewers cottage twin
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner

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
  • Place, Chester City Walls
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester Racecourse
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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4 Poster Suite

4 Poster Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Penthouse (Suite)

Penthouse (Suite)

Highlights

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

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Brewers cottage double

Brewers cottage double

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Brewers cottage twin

Brewers cottage twin

Brewers cottage twin

Highlights

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

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Junior 4 Poster

Junior 4 Poster

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Heating
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 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 - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bull and Stirrup Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sandwich'd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pied Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Coach House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Guroma - ‬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.

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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.

Reviews

The Pied Bull Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 833 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 833 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 833 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 833 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 833 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

8/10 Good

Steve

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

Enjoyable stay

Excellent check in & nice clean room but beware of the low beams with it being a very old building. Overall a good experience at the Pied Bull.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

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

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

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

4/10 Poor

sharon

Liked: Amenities
Nice pub, nice bathroom. 4 poster bed small double with 4 wooden posts. Mattress well used/flat, small TV high on shelf could not see. Room 24 facing brick wall, water all over the floor when using shower. Loading bay outside hotel, noise from delivery trucks from 5.50 am.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean Paul

Business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice pub, room was a little tired and no soundproofing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and very friendly ,lovely room Food great ,drinks a little expensive would definitely return .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely weekend away at pied bull very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely building, staff friendly, room very clean, ideal location, breakfast was nice but very expensive
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajasekhar

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

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Luke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No platinum perks received - pointless loyalty scheme that doesn’t mean anything in reality
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's very convenient in the centre of Chester to access the old part of the city.The cathedral was particularly good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place and full of quirks - some are charming and make you giggle (stairs and plumbing arrangements), others not so (noise from the bar in a first floor room and ). Glad we stayed and the food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025