Mill Hotel & Spa – Family Hotel in Chester | From 109$/Night

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About the Hotel

Milton Street, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 3NF

“I loved the beautiful canal views just steps from the hotel.”view full review

Historic Canal-Side Hotel

The Mill Hotel & Spa is housed in a converted 1830s corn mill on the Shropshire Union Canal. It features a glass-walled bridge connecting original and modern wings, with rooms offering views of the waterway. Chester city center is a 10-minute walk away.

Rooms with Canal Views

Choose from Classic rooms in the original mill building, Business Class with king beds, or Canalside Deluxe rooms overlooking the water. All include tea/coffee facilities, en suite bathrooms, and free Wi-Fi. The Canalside Suite adds a spa bath and seating area.

Dining Along the Canal

Canaletto Restaurant serves three-course dinners with Prosecco. Rialto Bar & Lounge offers Asian tapas and cask ales by the water. Unique canal boat cruises feature four-course meals while sailing past Chester's landmarks.

Spa & Fitness Facilities

The Mill Spa provides Elemis facials, body scrubs, and massage treatments. Guests access a heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and Technogym equipment. Packages include treatments paired with Prosecco and meals.

Central Chester Location

The hotel is 500m from Chester Cathedral and the Roman Walls. Chester Zoo is 4km away, while Cheshire Oaks outlet shopping is 12km. Free parking is available for direct bookings.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Classic Single Room

Max:

1 person

15 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Heating

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Class Double Room

Max:

2 persons

15 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Club Double Room

Max:

2 persons

25 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Chester2700 ft

Airports

Chester Hawarden (CEG) 7.8 mi

Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) 25.4 mi

Train

Chester Train Station1400 ft

Bus

Bus stop2000 ft

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Relaxing Spa Treatments

“I enjoyed the wonderful spa services offered during my stay. The whirlpool and sauna were a fantastic way to unwind. Although I didn't try the treatments, I can say they appeared well-priced and were popular with guests. The overall atmosphere was serene, making it a perfect escape after a long day.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Buffet

“The breakfast buffet was lovely, offering a wide variety of choices to kickstart my day. I appreciated the option to have a tray in the room as well, which made it convenient to enjoy a meal leisurely. The quality of the food was excellent and contributed greatly to my positive experience.” view full review

Comfortable and Clean Rooms

“My room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, providing a great place to relax after exploring. The housekeeping did a wonderful job maintaining the space. Although I found the bed a bit hard, the overall room layout and cleanliness were commendable.” view full review

Excellent Pool Area

“I loved using the swimming pool during my stay. The layout included segregated lanes for continuous swimming, which made the experience enjoyable. The steam room and jacuzzi were excellent additions, making it a great spot to recharge after a busy day.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Beauty treatment
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Milton Street, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 3NF

Map view

Milton Street, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 3NF

City landmarks

Landmark

Walls of Chester

2200 ft

Church

Chester Cathedral

2500 ft

Landmark

Chester Castle

4500 ft

Landmark

Chester Racecourse

1.1 mi

Museum

The Grosvenor Museum

4600 ft

Museum

Cheshire Military Museum

4600 ft

Museum

Dewa Roman Experience

3400 ft

Landmark

Chester Golf Club

3500 ft

Landmark

Eastgate Clock

2200 ft

Landmark

Chester Rows

2800 ft

Park

Grosvenor Park

2200 ft

Church

Church of St Peter

2900 ft

Landmark

Chester in Lego

2600 ft

Landmark

Booth Mansion

4600 ft

Landmark

The Antiques Shop

3200 ft

Gallery

The Watergate Street Gallery

3400 ft

Landmark

Chester History & Heritage

3500 ft

Landmark

River Dee

4200 ft

Landmark

Statue of Minerva

1.0 mi

Bridge

Suspension Bridge

3100 ft

Garden

Chester Roman Gardens

4200 ft

Landmark

Watergate Street Independent Quarter

3400 ft

Landmark

Sick to Death

4900 ft

Landmark

Chester Roman Amphitheatre

3400 ft

Garden

Chester Cathedral Falconry and Nature Gardens

4400 ft

Church

St Paul's Church

7.9 mi

Nearby

Church

St John the Baptist's Church

1900 ft

Church

Wesley Church Centre

1600 ft

Shopping Area

Grosvenor Shopping Centre

2000 ft

Park

Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway

2100 ft

Restaurants

Union Vaults

200 ft

44 Egerton Street

Pierogi

700 ft

44 Brook Street

The Square Bottle

3300 ft

78-92 Foregate Street

Brook Street Cafe

700 ft

71 Brook Street

Chester Charcoal Grill

800 ft

62 Brook Street

Festival Coffee

1600 ft

Queen Street

City Kebab And Pizza House

900 ft

78 Brook Street

Mayflower

1500 ft

132 Foregate Street

Dinky Donuts

1500 ft

1 Foregate Street

The Caspian

2000 ft

155 Foregate Street

Family-focused reviews and ratings

Read feedback from other families who have stayed to ensure you make the right choice.

80%

loved it and would return for another family vacation

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

7.0

Location

9.2

Service

7.0

Dining

8.0

Doug

United States, November 2024

8.0/10

A lovely hotel with comfy beds and great food! The boat trip was cancelled, which was disappointing, but the overall experience was still positive.

Rooms

7.0

The room was nice, but it lacked a safe. The bed was really comfy though!

Service

6.0

The breakfast host was great, but the reception staff could use some customer service training. Issues with the phone and lack of soap were not ideal.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent; only a short walk into Chester.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was very good.

Facilities

6.0

The spa's ladies changing room was out of order, which was a bummer.

Milton

United States, November 2024

7.0/10

My wife and I had a nice stay, the location was great for exploring Chester's Christmas markets, and the breakfast was delicious. However, there were a few maintenance issues in our room that weren't addressed.

Rooms

6.0

Our room was clean and spacious, but there wasn't a safe, and the bathroom lacked storage for toiletries. A couple of lights were also out, and the bathroom fan was noisy, which wasn't fixed despite reporting it.

Service

6.0

Most of the staff were friendly and helpful, but our maintenance requests weren't addressed during our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was perfect, very central and close to the Christmas markets, and there was plenty of parking.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was very good.

Facilities

8.0

The bar and reception area were new and always clean.

Deborah

United States, October 2024

7.0/10

The hotel's location is its best feature; it's close to everything. The spa needs updating, and the restaurant could use some modernization. While the service wasn't always perfect, we had a nice stay overall.

Rooms

6.0

The room was basic but clean. The shower was just okay, and the pillows and mattress weren't the most comfortable, but we slept okay. There were also minimal toiletries.

Service

6.0

Some staff were friendly and helpful, especially at check-in and the bar. However, the service at the restaurant and breakfast bar was slow and could have been improved.

Location

9.0

The hotel is very conveniently located, close to the city center.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was mediocre, with a poor selection and slow service. The restaurant's decor and menu were dated.

Facilities

6.0

The spa needs refurbishment; it's dated, and some tiles were missing. The parking is also somewhat problematic.

Michael

United States, September 2024

10.0/10

A fantastic stay! The hotel is charming, the staff are excellent, and the location is perfect for exploring Chester. I loved the canal-side location, the delicious breakfast buffet, and the relaxing spa facilities.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were comfortable and airy. My room was clean and well-presented, even featuring a bottle of Prosecco!

Service

10.0

The staff were always polite and helpful, especially the receptionists and breakfast/dining staff.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is unbeatable; really close to the city centre and easy to walk to local attractions.

Dining

10.0

The breakfast buffet had something for everyone, including homemade sausages. I was also able to enjoy a tasty bar meal one evening.

Facilities

10.0

The hotel offers excellent spa facilities, a cute bar, and a great atmosphere overall.

George

United States, August 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is in a great spot, the pool and gym are lovely, and the staff are generally friendly. The breakfast is plentiful, and the pub is great, but my room was disappointingly small.

Rooms

6.0

Room 341 (and likely others on that floor) was ridiculously small, even for one person, and the bathroom was tiny. There was minimal storage. Other rooms seemed fine, though.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and helpful overall, but my request for an upgrade wasn't met.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a great location, close to Chester's amenities and canalside.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast buffet was nice but repetitive.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel has a lovely indoor pool and spa and a good pub.