The hotel is a 50-minute drive from both Manchester and Liverpool airports. Secure parking is available at the hotel for £10 per 24 hours. It's just over an hour from Manchester and Liverpool airports by train. Chester railway station is 10 minutes by taxi from the hotel, or a 20-minute walk.
ABode Chester is a sleek 4-star hotel with a 2-AA-Rosette restaurant run by Michael Caines. Built in 2009, the property is a circular, glass-fronted affair, right by the racecourse on the outskirts of Chester. Views reach as far as the Welsh hills.
The setting is excellent. It's within a 10-minute walk of the city's main sights, but far enough from noisy late-night revelry. Nearby attractions include Chester Cathedral and Chester Roman Amphitheatre, and both are free to visit. Chester Zoo is 15 minutes' drive from the hotel and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, for discounted designer goods, is around 20 minutes away by car.
The fifth-floor restaurant is recommended by The Michelin Guide for "flavourful, artistic cooking".In addition to the main menu, there's also a grazing menu with smaller versions of each dish for more variety and a well-priced 3-course set menu. You can dine out on the terrace, where there are "stellar" racecourse views (The AA Restaurant Guide).The adjoining bar specialises in champagne cocktails and a large range of champagnes are available by the bottle or glass. The bar and grill on the ground floor provide a casual dining option. There's also a gym with Technogym equipment, and a beauty salon for massages, wraps and manicures.
The bedrooms have Welsh-slate bathrooms, free Wi-Fi, and double-glazed floor-to-ceiling windows, while some rooms have small balconies. Rooms in higher categories are larger and have with better views. Three FABulous Suites are on the sixth floor and have free regional treats in the mini bar.
From the Press:
"Food is a highlight here" -- The AA Hotel Guide
The restaurant "buzzes with grinning gourmands, glammed-up weekenders and visiting honeymooners" -- Condé Nast Traveller
"The service team are a well-drilled bunch" -- The AA Restaurant Guide
"Menus combine a French base with a modern edge" -- The Michelin Guide
"Ultra-modern, trendy and slavishy designer-y, ABode hotel rooms are all about bright colours, glass and lots of light" -- Lonely Planet
Amenities
General
Gym / fitness center
Restaurant
Roof terrace
100% smoke-free
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge service
Laundry / dry cleaning
Business center
Internet
Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Parking (fees apply)
Please note: Some amenities may not be available in all rooms and some amenities or services incur an additional charge and are subject to change. Please check with the hotel directly.
Policies
Check-in: Standard Time is 2pm.
Checkout: Standard Time is 11am.
Cancellation: Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
Additional details: Pets not allowed Check-in time starts at 2pm Check-out time is 11am
National Rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for full breakfast: GBP 15.00 per person (approximately)
Self parking fee: GBP 12 per day
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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