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Reviews of The Boathouse Inn & Riverside Rooms 4 stars

21 The Groves, Chester, Cheshire, Chester, CH1 1SD, United Kingdom

#13 of 28 B&Bs and Inns in Chester

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2714 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I arrived just before 9pm. Unfortunately I was too late to eat from the menu. Also early morning was very noisy outside . Oh BTW I couldn't find how to switch any of the lights on 🤦‍♀️

    I loved the place. My room was perfect, location fabulous, right by the river. Had a lovely late night walk by the river, felt safe by myself. Staff were really nice and helpful. I wish I could have stayed longer.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    10
    top class accomodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    comfy and quality. peaceful and excellent location. we would return

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    10
    Great location & wonderful atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Pleasant staff, room super clean & comfortable

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    8.0
    Excellent stay will definitely come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was very warm and the fan was really load and not very affective

    Loved the location Didn’t get the name of the lady in the restaurant but she was so helpful and pleasant ( she sounded like a scouser )

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The room was excellent and very clean, staff very friendly and helpful. Excellent location right on the river Dee, 5 minute walk into city centre.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    9.0
    Fabulous location, friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The two single beds had been made into a double, probably a misunderstanding as we had requested a twin room. The bed was large enough that this wasn’t an issue. Otherwise everything else was excellent.

    The location was excellent, close to shops and attractions, but peaceful and quiet at night. The restaurant was good with riverside views and the food was excellent. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. We felt very welcome.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    8.0
    Always a lovely place to stay. We've been several times and I am sure will return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The cleanliness in the bathroom sink wasn't very nice and the chrome plate where the buttons are to flush the loo kept falling off. The adhesive was worn away and no longer holding it in place.

    Excellent location and excellent staff. The restaurant was first class as always. Lovely views and peaceful. So nice to sit out on the deck with a drink.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    9.0
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Adjoining pub’s furniture tatty but told having refurb later this year

    Excellent location, rooms modern, large and clean with great showers. Breakfasts at the pub excellent.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2024

    10
    Beautiful location for a visit to Chester.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We could hear the people in the room next door when they were in the bathroom.

    The location on the river was fabulous. It was just quick walk into town and then we came back via walking on the wall and then on the path by the river. It was absolutely freezing when we were there and we were so happy there was a roaring fire and very good restaurant on site with a great view of the rowers on the river. The breakfast was very good too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to report

    Best bed since we left London three weeks ago. Great location, staff wonderful, great parking.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Great accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pub where you have breakfast is very dated.

    Very nice rooms with a comfy bed.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room had nowhere to put suitcase or hang coats. No full length hanging space. Had to move armchair to get to wardrobe. Only one bedside table. Tea making area awkward and needs more light . The pub itself gave bad first impression by having unpleasant toilets.

    Location is fantastic. Parking onsite is rare treat in central Chester. Bed was enormous and shower was fabulous. Housekeeping staff were cheerful and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Last minute stay which was perfect.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Large, comfortable room with double shower en-suite. Free parking

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Perfect apart from the weather !!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Lovely fresh , airy room

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    9.0
    Great location with good access to Chester.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Flickering fire alarm light, air conditioner hard to set.

    Excellent evening meal with great river views. Comfortable room.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    10
    Relaxing Visit with good food and river views.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    A nice 10 min walk along the river to Chester city centre. Room large and comfortable with a good selection of drinks and biscuits, plus 2 bottles of water. Great choice on the breakfast menu, generous portions. We also ate at the restaurant and again food was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    9.0
    Excellent hotel, food and staff. Great location for visiting Chester.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Staff were very friendly and attentive. Evening meals were excellent. Car parking great. Hotel very handy for a gentle walk into the centre of Chester.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful, welcoming hotel with beautiful views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Really clutching at straws here, but the room was quite hot and stuffy. However, it was a very warm day and was rather lovely to sit with the patio door open to cool down a bit. It definitely wouldn't put me off returning.

    The staff were all so pleasant and helpful, we really couldn't fault them! The room itself was really well appointed with a comfortable bed, clean, well-equipped bathroom and a really nice seating area. The lighting options were really handy too. The floating beer garden looked fab, but the rain got in the way of our plans for a relaxing evening drink overlooking the river. We'll definitely be back and look forward to trying it then.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The first night was noisy till 3am but that was because this woman either arguing or talking very loud, but that wasn't the fault of the establishment.

    The room was spotless,the bar and restaurant is a few yards away with an amazing outdoor terrace,the food was excellent and not too far to walk into Chester,and parking virtually outside the accommodation, I'm not sure of her name (could be Sally) but she was excellent.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    9.0
    Lovely riverside pub. Very busy when we arrived and check-in was a bit confusing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    Close to rooms. Bright and a good view. Good choice of food.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    9.0
    Nice place good food very nice staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    abit more information of where to go places to of interest to see

    Breakfast was excellent and good choice. Room faced the car park it was comfortable and close to reception and bar Location was great by the river could not have been better,

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    9.0
    Excellent stay great food
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was a bit warm. Fan was provided but didn't want this on overnight due to the noise. Tv signal in the room wasn't great.

    Lovely room, decory great and comfy bed. Good facilities with filter coffee a nice touch. Good wifi. Very close to the river in a quiet setting but close to the town and attractions. All the staff were great, helpful efficient and happy. Food in the restaurant overlooking the river was excellent. Breakfast had a great variety, good quality and cooked well.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Excellent stay for my wife’s birthday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing PERFECT

    Fantastic room, close to city centre, staff were really welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Excellent all round will definitely be coming back

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    9.0
    Great relaxing location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing not to like.

    Clean and comfortable and in lovely location by the river. About a 10 minute stroll into town through either the park or along the river bank. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in May 2024

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