The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian hotel near Delamere Forest

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Lobby
Bar (on property)
Double or Twin Room (Large)
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Chester Road, Chester, Tarporley, England, CW6 0RR
  • Place, Abbeywood Gardens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wild Shore Delamere
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Delamere Forest
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Manchester (MAN)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Tarporley..)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room (Large)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room (Pet friendly Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room (Wrenbury - Pet Friendly Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Eaton)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Tarporley

In Tarporley .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Delamere Forest and 9 miles (15 km) of Chester City Walls. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are University of Chester and Chester Racecourse.

What's nearby

  • Abbeywood Gardens - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Wild Shore Delamere - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Vicars Cross Golf Club - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Little Budworth Country Park - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Delamere Forest - 10 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Mouldsworth Station - 5 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delamere Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Morris Dancer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Swan Hotel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre & Countryside Park - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant

3.5-star Victorian hotel near Delamere Forest
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant also features a terrace and a garden. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Tarporley hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1822
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant offers 16 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Royal Oak Hotel Tarporley
Royal Oak Tarporley
The Royal Oak And Restaurant
The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant Hotel
The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant Tarporley
The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant Hotel Tarporley

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant to the airport?

The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant is 29.1 mi (44-min drive) away from the John Lennon Airport (LPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant?

As of Jun 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant on Jun 28, 2026 start from CA $206, 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 The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant offer free breakfast?

The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant have a pool?

The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant to downtown Tarporley?

The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant is 0.3 mi away from Kelsall.

The Royal Oak Hotel and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 192 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 245 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely pub. Great bar staff. Great hosts. Lovely continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious clean room, plenty of parking, food great and staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A highly recommended hotel, we loved our stay and will, hopefully, be back in the New Year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts with fab breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel and restaurant, wonderful staff, quiet rooms, and great food. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really good food, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable and facilities were excellent. Nice shower. Pub was well decorated, felt relaxed and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
room was very nice and warm cosy and quiet very happy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and warm. Good facilities and an excellent restaurant. The staff were very friendly and very welcoming and we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend (especially if you have a dog)! Honestly one of the best hotels I have stayed in. Set in a stunning location and the staff were super friendly and welcoming. The pub atmosphere and food was amazing. Highly welcoming to our dog 🐾 Pet friendly room was large, clean and shower fantastic. WORTH EVERY PENNY! 😍
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spacious rooms and friendly, helpful staf
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely big Rooms
Lovely Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted on arrival the hotel was really busy they had live music on and the place was full but the owner gave us a quick tour and assisted us with our luggage to our rooms the rooms were lovely clean and inviting everything we needed was provided shampoo bodywash nice soft towels hairdryer they brought us fresh milk in a small flask so we coukd make tea or coffee beds were comfortable in the morning we came downstairs to a wonderful continental breakfast with lots of fresh fruit fresh croissants and toast again excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place.

Lovely cosy stay in a very nice part of Cheshire. Stay couldn't do enough for you and the food was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Chester visit

We had a great nights stay, the hotel was well placed for a trip into Chester not too near and not too far away. The staff were very attentive and breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed at The Royal Oak to celebrate our wedding
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful and pleasant staff. Menu is a bit basic but food was superb. Room was spotless and parking no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place. Staff are so friendly and make you feel at home. Beautiful big bedrooms with comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful food. The rooms are splendid. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Gem of a pub with great rooms, great food and owners that truly care
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Royal stop over.

Easy to find, good parking facilities ad excellent host.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great trip

We had a great overnight stay staff went above and beyond they were really friendly and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was an amazing find. The rooms were very spacious beautiful decorated and very warm. Staff were all really helpful and friendly. We ate in the restaurant on the evening and the meal was delicious. Loved the decor of the bar/restaurant and the open fires and candles created a very homely feel. Reasonably priced too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to stay

A great welcome from Richard and his team. Clean room, comfortable bed and nice shower. Ate the both nights, food was great and the ale well looked after. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025