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The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

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

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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21 The Groves, Chester, England, CH1 1SD
  • Chester Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Chester City Walls
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Chester Racecourse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • 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)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room with Partial River View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room with Partial River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Double Room with Wet Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room with Wet Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 235 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Chester

Chester City Walls is a short stroll from The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms, and other popular attractions like Chester Racecourse are within a mile (2 km). This 4-star inn has 21 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Grosvenor Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chester Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chester City Walls - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chester Racecourse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chester Zoo - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles

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
At The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Boathouse

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

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 available

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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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 onsite 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
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Boathouse Riverside Rooms Hotel Chester
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Boathouse Riverside Rooms Inn Chester
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Guests positively rate the inn's walkable location in Chester, and it's a short 15-minute walk from Chester City Walls and also 18 minutes on foot from Chester Racecourse. You'll also find Grosvenor Park and Eastgate Clock less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the inn. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Does The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms feature a casino at the property?

No, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What do couples enjoy most about The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include river views and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Boathouse.

Will The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms though service animals are welcome.

Does The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

The closest major airport to The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms is Chester (CEG-Hawarden), which is 5.8 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 24.6 mi away (31-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms.

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

8/10 Good

Helen, Stoke on Trent

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

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

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