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The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

Property class: 4

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Near Chester City Walls and Chester Racecourse, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms 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 WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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 WiFi

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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Double Room

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 WiFi

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 WiFi

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 WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Chester, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms is in the city center. Grosvenor Museum and Dewa Roman Experience are cultural highlights, and travelers 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
  • Costa Coffee
    8 min walk
  • The Brewery Tap
    9 min walk

About this property

The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

  • Upscale inn near Chester City Walls
  • Close to Chester Racecourse, The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. 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 give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean 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 transportation

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms on Aug 31, 2026 start from $142, 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?

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?

Check-out 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. Roman Amphitheatre and Newgate 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 select 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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