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The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

Property class: 4

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Chester City Walls is located near The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms, which provides a terrace, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is £100
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a patterned armchair, and a wall decorated with bird decals.

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a patterned armchair, and a wall decorated with bird decals.

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a chair, a bedside table, and a wall with a framed picture.

Comfort Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room with Wet Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Comfort Double Room with Wet Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 235 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room with Partial River View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outside through a large window.

Superior Double Room with Partial River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • River view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Chester, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms is in the city centre. Grosvenor Museum and Dewa Roman Experience are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and The Rows of Chester. Chester Zoo and Chester Roman Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Chester travel guide
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21 The Groves, Chester, England, CH1 1SD

What's nearby

  • A traditional Tudor-style building with a garden and outdoor seating area.
    Grosvenor Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic street with Tudor-style buildings, cobblestone pavement, and pedestrians.
    The Rows of Chester
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A historic cathedral with twin spires and large arched windows.
    Chester Cathedral
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A historic stone tower with a pointed roof, a brick building with arched windows, and a street with a pedestrian crossing.
    Chester City Walls
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A large stadium with a clock tower, covered seating, and a crowd of spectators.
    Chester Racecourse
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Brewhouse & Kitchen
    6 min walk
  • Hickory's Smokehouse
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Wok&Go
    6 min walk
  • Costa Coffee
    8 min walk

About this property

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

  • Upscale inn near Chester City Walls
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a bar and a restaurant at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge) and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms offer amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 8 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 27 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms on 20 Sept 2026 start from £100, 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.

How much is parking at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms located?

Located in the heart of Chester, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of Grosvenor Park and Chester City Walls. St John the Baptist Church and Roman Amphitheatre are also within 10 minutes. Chester Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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