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Brookside

Property class: 3
3-star Victorian hotel near Chester City Walls

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Photo gallery for Brookside

A view from a covered walkway with a metal railing, overlooking a street with historic buildings, including a church with a clock tower.
A dining room with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a pergola, and various plants.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a globe, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with a glass of wine and a decorative bowl of blue glass balls.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Brook Lane, Cheshire, Chester, England, CH2 2AN
  • Place, University of Chester
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester City Walls
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester Cathedral
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Comfort Single Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a wooden desk, a chair, a bed with patterned pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wardrobe.

Comfort Single Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large mirror, two bedside tables with lamps, a radiator, and a wooden dresser.

Economy Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Elegance)

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chandelier, a painting, a television, and a radiator.

Double Room, Ensuite (Elegance)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a door with an 'Attention!' sign.

Family Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand, a chair, and a patterned wallpaper.

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room (Four-poster bed)

A traditional bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, and a large window with curtains.

Double Room (Four-poster bed)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a classic design, featuring a four-poster bed, two bedside tables, and a mirror above the bed.

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Attic Double/Twin

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large mirror, a desk with a chair, and a red carpeted floor.

Attic Double/Twin

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Lower Ground Floor Room

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large mirror, two bedside tables with lamps, a radiator, and a wooden dresser.

Lower Ground Floor Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Lower Ground Floor - Double Room

A bedroom with a classic design, featuring a four-poster bed, two bedside tables, and a mirror above the bed.

Lower Ground Floor - Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Chester

In Chester .Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Northgate Ponds and University of Chester. Chester City Walls and Countess of Chester Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Chester - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chester City Walls - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Chester Town Hall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Chester Cathedral - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Chester Racecourse - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Bache Station - 14 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deva Tap - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Bull and Stirrup Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hoole Fish Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Istanbul BBQ - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Arista Coffee - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Brookside

3-star Victorian hotel near Chester City Walls
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Brookside. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Chester hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1900
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Brookside offers 28 accommodations with DVD players and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Chester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 11.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Late-night room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (6:30 AM - 11 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (7:30 AM - midnight)
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 11.50 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Brookside Chester
Brookside Hotel Chester
Brookside Hotel
Brookside Hotel
Brookside Chester
Brookside Hotel Chester

Frequently asked questions

How close is Brookside to the airport?

Brookside is 6.1 mi (25-min drive) away from the Chester (CEG-Hawarden) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Brookside?

As of Oct 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Brookside on Oct 25, 2026 start from CA $133, excluding 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.

Does Brookside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Brookside.

Does Brookside offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Brookside, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 11.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Brookside?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Brookside?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Brookside?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Brookside have a pool?

Brookside does not have a pool.

Does Brookside have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Brookside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Brookside to downtown Chester?

Brookside is 0.7 mi away from Chester.

Brookside Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 471 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 471 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 471 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 471 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 471 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay close to town good prise
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, really makes the place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value for money, town is walkable but it is a bit out of the center. The noise from outside comes straight in , fortunately it is a quiet area. Over all a decent price lace to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel was exactly what we needed easy to get in and out of Chester a nice 20 minutes walk staff very helpful Would stay again Price excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay throughout. Staff were incredibly helpful and went out of their way to help. Breakfast delicious. Bed comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OK hotel for the night close enough to walk into Chester.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fine & very close to Chester Racecourse
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Brookside. We know where we'll be next trip to Chester!! Lovely family run hotel. Owner and staff go above and beyond to ensure a lovely experience for guests. Rooms comfy and cosy. Easy walking distance to city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
large homely room, lovely staff and a great price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent, lovely and clean. The staff were very friendly and were happy to help. Breakfast was lovely. There isn't a huge amount of parking so this could be a problem if the hotel is busy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The akomodation fantastic with the fantastic host Welldone Good job Very well recommended All the staf is very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden gem of a hotel in Chester. Within walking distance of the city centre. The room was small but clean and comfortable. Staff were helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dubious stains on the headboard. Stayed in a basement room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic but clean hotel, nice staff & an easy 15min walk into town. Good 3 star hotel for one night. Not comfortable enough for more I didn’t think. One hard pillow, small towels, unpredictable shower temperature, broken TV remote . Coffee & Tea in room, easy parking & quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional British style smaller hotel, not too far from town. Parking was a little bit tight. Room was quite small but comfortable. Pretty good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Needs some attention but is what it is
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the staff were great ,will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, friendly welcome and clean, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spotless room comfortable beds very friendly and helpful staff fantastic food we will definitely be visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quiet place, ideally located. bit pricey but as to be expected for Chester, recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfy bed and easy walking distance into the town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful small family owned hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is an old building in desperate for modernising and freshening up. The carpets are extremely aged and dirty, the shower was basically trickling, not running of cold water and therefore ended up having to have a dry wash from the toilet sink
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and it was lovely and quiet had an ideal stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023