The Boathouse Inn & Riverside Rooms
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About this property
The Boathouse Inn & Riverside Rooms offers accommodation in Chester. This property provides guests with a terrace and some rooms have river views. Free WiFi and on-site parking is provided. The en suite guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with Freeview, a desk, tea/coffee making facilities and complimentary bottled water. Guests at The Boathouse Inn & Riverside Rooms can enjoy a Full English breakfast. The restaurant offers a varied menu of pub classics and seasonal specials. Chester Racecourse is 1.1 km from The Boathouse Inn & Riverside Rooms, while Chester Zoo is 4.3 km away. The nearest airport is Liverpool John Lennon Airport, 17 km from the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Bar
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kathleen
Australia
“Best stay in England yet. Fresh, Modernised. Views and good food. Free parking and location was excellent. Helpful and friendly staff. Would recommend and stay again.” - Julianne
Australia
“The location is excellent. Beautiful surroundings and so close to all the attractions on foot. The staff were really helpful and polite. Exceptional service.” - Stephen
United Kingdom
“Location is fantastic and the restaurant/pub is equally fantastic.. Great food and great atmosphere” - Adrian
United Kingdom
“The restaurant had a good menu and provided excellent meals in a pleasant atmosphere. Staff were exceptionally halpful and friendly.” - Steven
Belgium
“Nice environment with free parking for the guests. Nice short walk to the city center. Comfortable rooms and nice breakfast. Don’t except a big buffet but you could order eggs, bacon, pancakes from the breakfast menu. Very nice staff.” - Jackie
United Kingdom
“Staff were exceptional, food was of a very high standard and the inn was full of character.The hotel has been beautifully decorated and is full of original features.” - Elliot
Australia
“Great location on the river. Easy for walking into the city. Parking on site for guests. Great evening meal, very well priced. Very comfortable room, great shower. French pressed coffee available in the room.” - Jayne
United Kingdom
“The room was spotlessly clean , nice and quiet . Good size.” - Alison
United Kingdom
“Staff were really helpful and gave us a great room with a view of the river. Breakfast was great - and so nice to be by the water.” - Tonia
United Kingdom
“Great location. Great bar. Fantastic breakfast. Staff amazing.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineBritish
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
When booking 8 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please be advised that the kitchen will be closed between January 9-18, 2023. Food will not be served during this period.
Please inform The Boathouse Inn & Riverside Rooms in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.