Title: Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Eco-certified hotel with full-service spa and health club ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/e0702762.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/13a4c52a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, body treatments, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/4c7491d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast and dinner served, British cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/09268e5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/140b428c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in the historical district, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa offers a peaceful getaway with mini golf, spa treatments, an indoor pool, garden strolls, in-room WiFi, fitness classes, and attentive service. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - - - - - Bar - 24/7 front desk £79 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 13 - Oct 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=565696&PinnedHotelID=565696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=565696&PinnedHotelID=565696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 14 - Oct 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=565696&PinnedHotelID=565696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=565696&PinnedHotelID=565696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - 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195 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/48c36f88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King) 8.6 Excellent 14 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King) 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Single Bed (Standard Single) ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6897109d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family 3) 8.0 Very good 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/807092f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (Accessible Twin) ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double) 7.0 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/6c060fa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565700/565696/740833c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite) ### Highlights Heating Connecting rooms available HDTV Hypo-allergenic bedding Blackout curtains Down duvet Premium bedding Shower/bath combination - 195 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard King Room - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double Family) - Sleeps 2 ### Accessible Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### Super Deluxe Suite - Sleeps 2 ### Deluxe King Room - Sleeps 2 ### Super Deluxe King Room - Sleeps 2 ### Super Deluxe Double Room - Sleeps 2 ### Standard Single - Sleeps 1 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEllesmere-Port-Hotels-Macdonald-Craxton-Wood-Hotel-Spa.h565696.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FEllesmere-Port-Hotels-Macdonald-Craxton-Wood-Hotel-Spa.h565696.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ellesmere Port, Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester is in the historical district. Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal and Royal Albert Dock are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and Liverpool ONE. Check out an event or a game at Anfield Stadium, and consider making time for Chester Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. [Visit our Ellesmere Port travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ellesmere-Port.dx55302) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C53.26378%2C-2.98228&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FiGc16QAvMX_5rk21WcSGbQA0Ho=) Parkgate Road, Ledsham, Nr Chester, Ellesmere Port, England, CH66 9PB ### What's nearby - Blue Planet Aquarium - 8 min drive - 6.4 miles - Chester Zoo - 8 min drive - 6.7 miles - Chester City Walls - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles - Chester Cathedral - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles - Chester Racecourse - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles ### Getting around - Capenhurst Station - 4 min drive - Manchester Airport (MAN) - 35 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Crafty Tavern Limited - ‬4 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sprout Kitchen Garden - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Cheshire Yeoman - ‬2 min drive - ‪Old Wirral Hundred - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Upscale eco-certified hotel near Chester Zoo At Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester, you can look forward to a terrace, mini golf and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to a body scrub, aromatherapy or a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Craxton Wood Grill, offers breakfast and dinner. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the health club; Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester also has a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. In addition to a business centre and a steam room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - An indoor pool - Free self-parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and coffee/tea in reception - Bike parking, a banquet hall and luggage storage - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 72 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets - Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries - HDTVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24836/w6480h4318x0y2-ce56e1e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crabwall Manor & Spa, BW Signature Collection Chester - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.2 Very good 953 reviews £71 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=24836&PinnedHotelID=24836&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527800/527788/1bc33e12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester Chester - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 1,009 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=527788&PinnedHotelID=527788&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3460000/3454800/3454752/b987c8b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brook Mollington Banastre Hotel and Spa Chester - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 6.4 948 reviews £65 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=3454752&PinnedHotelID=3454752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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GBP 24 per person - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas - Snack bar/deli ### Restaurants on site - Craxton Wood Grill - The Cocktail Bar & Lounge ### Things to do - Fitness classes - Full-service spa - Health club - Indoor pool - Mini golf - Pilates classes - Sauna - Steam room - TV in common areas - Yoga classes ### Family friendly - Indoor pool - Laundry facilities - Mini golf - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Business centre - Conference space - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Full-service spa - 6 treatment rooms - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Sauna - Spa open daily ### 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 lounge - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Banquet hall - Built in 1999 - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes - Down comforter - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service ### More - Connecting rooms available - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Pets cannot be left unattended Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 24 per person - Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day - Service animals are exempt from fees 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property Children are allowed in the pool 9-11 AM and 3-6 PM. 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 The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Craxton Craxton Wood Macdonald Craxton Macdonald Craxton Wood Macdonald Craxton Wood Ellesmere Port Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Ellesmere Port Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel Spa Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Hotel Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Ellesmere Port ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? > As of 13 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester on 2 Nov 2025 start from £78.72, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ellesmere-Port-Hotels-Macdonald-Craxton-Wood-Hotel-Spa.h565696.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester pet-friendly? > Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester located? > Situated in the historical district, this spa hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from The Wirral Country Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Ness Botanic Gardens and Eastham Country Park. Parkgate Seafront and Blue Planet Aquarium are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel & Spa, Chester Reviews 7.8 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 295 8 - Good 320 6 - Okay 164 4 - Poor 89 2 - Terrible 37 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 8.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 7.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Myles 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff were great, room was lovely and big and the bed was comfy. Good breakfast included and all for a very good price. ##### Myles Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Very pleasant stay ##### Richard Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful grounds. Swimming pool Water jug and glasses in room. Nice breakfast Nice pillows, bed a little firm for my liking but you will never please everyone with beds ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mairwen 25 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Lovely attentive staff. Good food. The property is very tired. ##### Mairwen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Karen 1 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Property is dated. But the bedrooms were large and bed was comfortable. The deco throughout is old fashioned and dark. Corridors are dark and dingy. I can not comment about the communal areas as i didnt really use them. The staff were pleasant polite and very helpful. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ian 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice tranquil modern hotel Lovely hotel in the middle of the countryside, very tranquil, nice modern clean room, quiet at night. Enjoyed the leisure centre, good facilities apart from lack of hot tub. ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Keith 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities It was very quiet and in very nice grounds. There was black mold on the silicone sea to the bath and wash basin. ##### Keith Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Family friendly hotel Lovely hotel, hidden gem with good sized pool. Good food and drinks and room were a good size. Staff all friendly and helpful ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very good Very good stay, clean and has a pool ##### James Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### wayne 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Have stayed here twice now when attending meetings in our office in Shotton. The grounds a nice and the rooms large and there is free access to the pool and gym on site. ##### wayne Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Staff & service #### Generally good but needs updating Staff friendly and excellent. Food generally good but breakfast on Tuesday not up to Monday’s standard. Hotel clean but in need of refurbishment. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ian 1 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great value, outstanding breakfast Great stay over two nights . Food fresh , well cooked . Breakfast is always amazing as freshly cooked for you . Good continental aswell. ##### ian Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joanna 8 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Great location with beautiful peaceful grounds to enjoy. Room comfortable and clean but really outdated and needing some retouches. Staff friendly. Dining experience average. ##### Joanna Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 30 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worth a stay Hotel was great, breakfast was good quality and the gym facilities were good for what is needed when staying away, I will be staying again. Only downside was no AC in the rooms ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4edb7d60-c9da-44a3-99ee-792f3238a9eb-1746037269048.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/586ca1dd-c07c-4935-a1db-45c614d3e5c6-1746037266880.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dd4f4832-20ec-4aba-a18c-a0bf942e2404-1746037267951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Room comfort Nice ##### David Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### DEAN 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Nice comfy beds. Hotel in need of facelift and at £24 for breakfast it looks like this is how they plant to fund it !!. Mouldy ceiling in bathroom ☹️ ##### DEAN Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorna 13 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The family room was large and comfortable (if a bit tired), however lack of air conditioning was a bit of an issue as it was 30 degrees. However a fan was provided on request. Breakfast was great with a lot of choice and there were good options for other meals. It was great for kids due to the large grassy area just outside the restaurant, meaning they could go and play while we finished our food and drinks. The pool is a good size and is sectioned off for adults and families/ children. There was also a decent amount of time allocated for children to swim. Location was good for us, being handy for Chester zoo, Chester itself and not too far from the coast. All in all, we had an enjoyable and comfortable stay and would definitely come back. ##### Lorna Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah 8 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay Lovely room, hotel, and pool. ##### Sarah Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Richard 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Great hotel but dinner pricey All good with service and breakfast was excellent. Dinner I found expensive for the quality provided. ##### Richard Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marie 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Spa and pool area was nice but the hotel needs modernised and freshened up a bit. The beds were comfortable. ##### Marie Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely location Lovely comfy beds and great food ##### Pauline Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ella 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Peaceful location, friendly staff. Traditional style furniture but still felt very clean ##### Ella Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Another great stay ##### Ian Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Scott 22 May 2025 Liked: Room comfort #### Craxton not out of the Woods Good location for Chester & surrounding area. Hotel is tired looking in places, and service was sloppy at times. Spacious room,.dimmer was ok, and breakfast was plentiful with a £5 supplement on all cooked food with the exception of the English Breakfast. At £99 b&b it was good calue for money. ##### Scott Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter 23 Jan 2025 Liked: Staff & service Great staff really helpful ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel and Spa Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-And-Spa-Chester.h527788.Hotel-Information) > > [Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Grosvenor-Pulford-Hotel-Spa.h790572.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [5* Detached Stone Cottage with a Private Indoor Pool (Not Shared)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashbourne-Hotels-5-Detached-Stone-Cottage-With-A-Private-Indoor-Pool.h31752210.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Cheltenham-Cotswolds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Cheltenham.h65899.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Hotel Christchurch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Christchurch-Harbour-Hotel-And-Spa.h18097.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Cotswold Water Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cirencester-Hotels-De-Vere-Cotswold-Water-Park.h1770053.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels-Oulton-Hall-Hotel.h15948.Hotel-Information) > > [The Park Royal Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warrington-Hotels-The-Park-Royal.h24462.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Windsor Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Egham-Hotels-Fairmont-Windsor-Park.h60335617.Hotel-Information) > > [Last Drop Village Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolton-Hotels-Last-Drop-Village-Hotel-And-Spa.h9341.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis budget Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Ibis-Budget-Manchester-Airport.h75715089.Hotel-Information) > > [Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Woodbridge-Hotels-Ufford-Park-Woodbridge-Hotel.h12685.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Norwich-Hotels-Dunston-Hall.h519081.Hotel-Information) > > [Redworth Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newton-Aycliffe-Hotels-Redworth-Hall-Hotel.h517266.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Macdonald-Old-England-Hotel-Spa.h10610.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodcote Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ellesmere-Port-Hotels-Woodcote-Hotel.h11899384.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [ORIDA Maidstone Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maidstone-Hotels-ORIDA-Maidstone-Hotel.h74419166.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Aphrodites Group](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Aphrodites-Group.h901033.Hotel-Information) > > [The Windermere Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Windermere-Hotel.h13431161.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Towcester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Silverstone.h48251404.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Bristol-Airport.h16543862.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Wokefield Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Reading-Hotels-De-Vere-Wokefield-Estate.h1044123.Hotel-Information)