Holiday Inn Chester South By Ihg, Chester ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Wrexham Road, Chester, United Kingdom

Holiday Inn Chester South, An IHG Hotel is situated just off the A55, only three miles from Chester city center. The hotel offers a blend of modern amenities and family-friendly features, including spacious accommodations and a health club. The surrounding area boasts attractions like Chester Zoo and the North Wales coast, making it an ideal base for exploring the region.

Location

Conveniently located, the hotel provides easy access to local attractions such as Chester Cathedral, the historic city, and the scenic North Wales coastline. Public transport is readily available with the Sapphire 1 bus service to Chester railway station just a minute's walk away, allowing quick trips to and from the city. Free on-site parking is offered for guests traveling by car.

Rooms

The hotel has 145 comfortable bedrooms equipped with high-speed internet access and air conditioning. Each room features a flat-screen HD TV, USB charging points, and bathrooms with either power showers or relaxing baths. Thoughtful design elements include a pillow menu and 24-hour room service, ensuring guests can enjoy a customized stay.

Eat & Drink

Guests can start their day with a hearty buffet breakfast or enjoy lunch and dinner in the vibrant Open Lobby. The menu includes a variety of options such as sandwiches, pizzas, and burgers, alongside Starbucks coffee served throughout the day. Families benefit from the Kids Eat Free program that allows up to two children under 12 to eat free from the main menu.

Leisure & Business

The You Fit Health Club features a 15-meter heated indoor pool, spa pool, and comprehensive gym facilities. Business travelers can utilize the hotel's three air-conditioned meeting rooms, accommodating up to 80 people, equipped with free Wi-Fi and catering services to support various events. Leisure offerings include fitness classes and tranquil grounds for a relaxing stroll.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Mobility accessible

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

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1 Single bed

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Standard Room

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2 persons

24 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Chester 2.4 mi

Airports

Chester Hawarden (CEG) 4.5 mi

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) 27.8 mi

Train

Chester Train Station 2.9 mi

Bus

Bus stop 2.4 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfortable Retreat

“The room was exceptionally comfortable, offering plenty of storage and convenient plug options for all my devices.” view full review

Refreshing Showers

“The bathroom was impressively clean and featured a great shower with excellent water pressure, making for a refreshing start to the day.” view full review

Breakfast Delight

“I loved the breakfast spread; it was varied and delicious, with plenty of choices, including gluten-free options that suited my dietary needs perfectly.” view full review

Inviting Pool

“The swimming pool was delightful, providing a great spot to unwind after a day out, with just the right temperature for a refreshing dip.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Yoga class

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
In-room computer
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Wrexham Road, Chester, United Kingdom

Map view

Wrexham Road, Chester, United Kingdom

City landmarks

City Walls

Walls of Chester

2.4 mi

Watergate Square

Chester Racecourse

2.1 mi

Church

Chester Cathedral

2.4 mi

Museums

The Grosvenor Museum

2.1 mi

Grosvenor Street

Chester Castle

2.0 mi

Museums

Cheshire Military Museum

2.1 mi

8 The Groves

River Dee

2.1 mi

St Clare's Church

1.1 mi

St Mary The Virgin

1.3 mi

St. Mark's Parish Church Saltney

1.4 mi

Saltney Christian Centre

1.4 mi

1 Greenway Street

Statue of Minerva

2.0 mi

Events

Eaton Hall

1.4 mi

Saltney Working Mens Social Club

1.5 mi

Events

St Anthonys Church Saltney

1.5 mi

Eaton Estate Office

1.6 mi

45 Eastgate Street

Eastgate Clock

2.4 mi

Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church

1.6 mi

Chester Rows

2.3 mi

ragamuffins

1.6 mi

Bridges

Grosvenor Bridge

1.8 mi

Museums

Dewa Roman Experience

2.2 mi

Pill box

1.7 mi

Chester Castle Agricola Tower and Castle Walls

2.1 mi

Parks

Grosvenor Park

2.5 mi

Golf Course

Chester Golf Club

1.9 mi

Garden

Chester Roman Gardens

2.3 mi

Chester

Chester Canal

3.6 mi

Nearby

Chester

Chester Canal

2900 ft

Restaurants

Starbucks

300 ft

Wrexham Road BP Service Station

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

liked the hotel and would stay again

clean

convenient location

broken thermostat

unfriendly housekeeping team

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

6.7

Location

7.7

Service

8.0

Dining

7.0

3.5/5 based on 1521 reviews

#28 of 47 hotels in Chester based on Tripadvisor

Danny

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.0/10

The hotel was below ground level, but my daughter enjoyed swimming. The room had a smoky smell from burnt toast triggering the fire alarm.

Rooms

6.0

The room was below ground level and could be cleaner. However, my daughter had a great time swimming.

Service

7.0

The service wavered at times, but overall, they provided fantastic service during our short stay.

Location

6.0

The location was convenient for our needs, but the fog and burnt toast smell were off-putting.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good, especially the bar meal on site. Climbing to the first-floor restaurant was surprising with nice views.

Facilities

8.0

The onsite dining was good value for money, and the restaurant had lovely views.

Charlotte

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.4/10

The hotel is conveniently located for exploring local sites, with clean rooms but some noise disturbances from neighboring guests. The service was welcoming, very friendly, and accommodating. The location offers easy access to Chester Centre and other attractions. The dining options were satisfactory but slightly overpriced. Overall, a good value for the money.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were very clean but noisy at times due to the lightweight internal doors.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with staff always ready to assist and make the guests feel welcome.

Location

8.0

The location is great for exploring Chester Centre and nearby attractions, with easy access to public transportation.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were satisfactory but slightly overpriced for the quality offered.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities met our needs but did not stand out as exceptional.

Glenn

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and modern, with daily cleaning and towel changes. The location was ideal, just a short drive to Chester city center. The service was welcoming and professional, though the housekeeping team lacked friendliness. The dining experience was mostly positive, with a variety of choices, but there was a disappointing incident with burnt black pudding. Overall, a comfortable and convenient stay with a few hiccups.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and modern, with daily cleaning and towel changes. The thermostat control knob on the radiator was broken in my executive room, which was a bit disappointing.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and professional during my stay, making me feel comfortable from start to finish. However, the housekeeping team could have been more welcoming and approachable.

Location

9.0

The location was very good with convenient parking and easy access to Chester city center. It's on a bus route, making it ideal for travelers without a car.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was mostly enjoyable with a variety of choices. A staff member even went out of their way to show my son the pancake machine, which was a nice touch. However, there was an unfortunate incident with burnt black pudding served the next morning.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were adequate, but there were no specific comments provided about them.

clean

broken thermostat