The Queen at Chester

City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3AH
4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars Hotel

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Tel: 01244 305 000

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The Queen at Chester Hotel, Premier Collection by Best Western

Built opposite Chester station to serve first-class rail passengers, this hotel has an illustrious past. This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was said to be the first skyscraper of its time. Since opening in 1860, its hosted guests such as Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes and Lillie Langtry.

Just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Chester, guests can visit The Rows, tour the magnificent medieval cathedral or see the ruins of the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain. Its also a prime location, adjacent to Chester Railway station, and easily accessible from the M53 and M56.

The hotel has a unique concept, with each floor dedicated to a country and every suite named after a king of that nation. All 221 bedrooms have superfast Wi-Fi, a TV and 24-hour room service. The hotel also has 11 conference rooms to choose from, ideal for any size event, meeting or wedding.

Offers and Promos | Afternoon tea | Whats On | Special Wedding Package |

Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
221
Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Suite£159.00 per room (room only)
Family Room£89.00 per room (room only)
Classic Double Room£79.00 per room (room only)
Classic Single Room£74.00 per room (room only)
Classic Twin Room£79.00 per room (room only)
Executive Double Room£99.00 per room (room only)
Executive Twin Room£99.00 per room (room only)
Superior Room£109.00 per room (room only)

Opening Times

2025 (2 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

Gradings

  • 4 AA Stars Hotel
4 AA Stars Hotel

Special Offers

  • Afternoon Tea Stay Packages

    Join us at the historic Queen at Chester Hotel for this most quintessential of English customs

    Non-refundable reservation - 100% prepaid

    Breakfast

    Our package of an overnight stay includes buffet breakfast and our Prosecco Afternoon Tea offering which is served daily in our Albert Lounge between 12:00 and 16:00.

    Starts from £116 per night

    Afternoon Tea Stay Package | The Queen at Chester Hotel

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  • One Night Chester Zoo Break

    Enjoy a one night stay in our comfortable rooms with breakfast and tickets to Chester Zoo.

    Guaranteed Reservation - no payment required

    Breakfast

    Conditions of reservation Guaranteed Reservation - no payment required

    Book today and pay at the hotel. Free cancellation up to 16:00 one day prior to arrival. A credit card is required to guarantee the reservation.

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  • Two Night Chester Zoo Break

    Two night bed and breakfast offer with tickets to Chester Zoo included

    Guaranteed Reservation - no payment required

    Breakfast

    Conditions of reservation Guaranteed Reservation - no payment required

    Book today and pay at the hotel. Free cancellation up to 16:00 one day prior to arrival. A credit card is required to guarantee the reservation

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  • Two Night Getaway

    Two Nights Bed and Breakfast with Dinner on one night and a bottle of wine

    Guaranteed Reservation - no payment required

    Breakfast and Dinner

    Enjoy a warm welcome from our team and two nights accommodation in one of our comfortable bedrooms with breakfast each morning and dinner one night with a bottle of House Wine.
    • A delicious full English breakfast.
    • An evening meal in the Restaurant on one night of your stay.
    • Free, unlimited WiFi throughout your stay.

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  • Two Night Short Break

    Two Nights Bed and Breakfast with Dinner on one Night and One Afternoon Tea per person.

    Guaranteed Reservation - no payment required

    Breakfast and Dinner

    Enjoy a warm welcome from our team and two nights accommodation in one of our comfortable bedrooms with breakfast each morning, dinner one night and an Afternoon Tea.
    • A delicious full cooked breakfast per person.
    • An evening meal in the Restaurant on one night of your stay per person.
    • A traditional Afternoon Tea per person.
    • Free, unlimited WiFi throughout your stay.

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Directions

Road Directions

Follow signs for railway station, hotel is opposite.

Approx. 3.3 miles from Chester Zoo

Approx 6.8 miles from Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Approx 6.4 miles from Blue Planet Aquarium

Public Transport Directions

Opposite Chester Station; 20 minute walk from the Town Hall.

Public Transport to Chester Zoo: The Queen is located directly across from the Chester Rail Station. X1 gold bus picks up from Railway Station and goes directly to the zoo entrance.

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
    • Service
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      2330
    • Very Good
      1180
    • Average
      468
    • Poor
      288
    • Terrible
      237

    Recent Reviews:

    • Marlene H
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Excellent Hotel
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 11th March 2025
      Excellent hotel and excellent service. We spent 2 nights visiting family and couldn’t fault this hotel at all. Staff were friendly, very polite and helpful. Our room was large, extremely clean, and... Read full review
    • Lisa N
      Refurbishment visit, junior suite 2night stay
      4 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 11th March 2025
      We have stayed many times before over the years, in both sides of the Hotel and we wanted to check out the refurbishment. Recently had a 2night weekend stay in a junior suite on the top floor of the... Read full review
    • cazzaEssex
      essex
      Literally across the road from train station
      4 of 5 stars
      Friday, 14th March 2025
      Lovely clean hotel. Nice staff. We had an amazing room (the suite) big bathroom and comfy bed/pillows Make sure you have a room nowhere near breakfast room- ours was directly above and music woke... Read full review

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