The Boathouse & Riverside Rooms

Right on the River Dee in the heart of Chester, this riverfront inn sits a short stroll from Grosvenor Park, St John the Baptist Church and the Roman Amphitheatre. Chester Cathedral and the city walls are within easy walking distance, while Chester Racecourse and Chester Zoo are a short drive away. Nearest airports include Hawarden (CEG), Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) and Manchester (MAN).

A unique pub with 21 bedrooms, The Boathouse blends riverside charm with a modern pub vibe — complete with a floating beer garden and scenic terrace added in 2015. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, desks, coffee/tea makers and private showers with complimentary toiletries and hairdryers, plus daily housekeeping. Expect simple, stylish touches and river views from select rooms.

Soak up river views from the terrace and the floating beer garden, enjoy a lively bar and on-site restaurant, and stay connected with complimentary Wi‑Fi. Free self parking is available onsite. Wake up to river-breeze mornings and easy access to guided tours via the guesthouse desk.

Complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi keeps you connected. The front desk is staffed during limited hours and there is on-site self parking.

An all-day menu covers breakfast and brunch, with weekday and weekend English breakfast service (fee applies) and a Sunday roast that’s earned a strong local reputation. The bar pours a wide selection of beers and wines and the terrace offers riverside dining when the weather cooperates.