The Pied Bull

Inn with restaurant, near Chester City Walls

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Fri 23 Jan
January 2026
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February 2026
In the heart of Chester, The Pied Bull offers a charming retreat with its garden and terrace. Savor breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the on-site restaurant and connect to WiFi in your room. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
VIP Access
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Flat-screen TV
£57
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Hair dryer, towels
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Double Room | Fireplace
Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
4 Poster Suite | Deep-soaking bathtub
4 Poster Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
4 Poster Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
4 Poster Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4 Poster Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Luxury Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Luxury Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Luxury Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Luxury Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Penthouse (Suite) | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Penthouse (Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Penthouse (Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Penthouse (Suite) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Penthouse (Suite)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Deep-soaking bath
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Room, 1 Double Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Brewers cottage double | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Brewers cottage double | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Brewers cottage double | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Brewers cottage double | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Brewers cottage double

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Brewers cottage twin | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Brewers cottage twin | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Brewers cottage twin | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Brewers cottage twin | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Brewers cottage twin

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Junior 4 Poster | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Junior 4 Poster | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Junior 4 Poster | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Junior 4 Poster | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior 4 Poster

Very good

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
57 Northgate Street, Chester, England, CH1 2HQ

What's nearby

  • Chester City Walls - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chester Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chester Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chester Racecourse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Chester - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 33 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 43 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 45 min drive
  • Capenhurst Station - 11 min drive
  • Chester Station - 14 min walk
  • Bache Station - 24 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bull and Stirrup Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Coach House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sandwich'd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Pied Bull - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bread & Butter - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Pied Bull

The Pied Bull offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Chester City Walls and Chester Racecourse. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 31 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Pied Bull – This pub specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 13.95 per person

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Pied Bull
Pied Bull Chester
Pied Bull Inn
Pied Bull Inn Chester
Pied Bull Hotel Chester
The Pied Bull Inn
The Pied Bull Chester
The Pied Bull Inn Chester

Frequently asked questions

Does The Pied Bull offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Pied Bull does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Pied Bull?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Pied Bull?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at The Pied Bull.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Pied Bull?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at The Pied Bull and nearby?

The Pied Bull has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Pied Bull?

Yes, Pied Bull offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Pied Bull like?

The Pied Bull is in the heart of Chester, a short 1-minute walk from Chester City Walls and 11 minutes' walk from Chester Racecourse.

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The Pied Bull Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as hot, fresh, plentiful, and tasty with a great selection of options. (35 reviews)
  • The restaurant served very good food and the bar area was comfortable and welcoming. (7 reviews)
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Popular mentions

RoomService staffLocationBreakfastFoodBedPubBathroomAmbienceBar

10/10 Exceptional

Quick and easy check in and out.Great location ,clean and comfy room.Quality breakfast and great bar selection.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, the staff are very friendly and approachable
Alison, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely ground floor room. Spacious and clean. Great central location.
Emma, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great staff
Tom, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless , great location would definitely recommend.
Tara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location great breakfast
Thomas, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely stay and amazing location. Room was very warm. Would definitely return
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant place to stay we loved every minute many thanks to all the staff
Carl, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely room comfy bed wonderful staff
gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was lovely and clean , very comfy bed . All the staff were very helpful and attentive . The breakfast was very tasty. Lovely atmosphere and decorated very festive
kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Very clean. Staff were very welcoming & friendly.
TAMMY, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Order breakfast from a menu, juice and cereal at the bar. The staff we interacted with were always polite. The beds were uncomfortable and walls are thin. Glass collection really early on the morning right under the window which didn't help with the lack of sleep
Sarah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3rd visit great food friendly staff and great location! Will be back
Lisa, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Lovely attic room but you could hear next door being sick in the night /snoring/coughing . Sadly bed wasn’t comfortable instead of slats you were sleeping on hardboard . Great pub downstairs
Paula, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was beautiful and spotless(room 3 four poster suite). Staff were superb, the pub is so cozy and welcoming! We will definitely be returning next time we visit Chester. We normally stay at the Grosvenor and I can honestly say that the Pied Bull is 10 times better. Loved it! Thanks
michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely love this place
Marion, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal location, historic

Lovely historic inn, very friendly staff, great food
charles, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A fabulous place to stay in Chester. The staff were very friendly, the location was perfect and easy to walk around from. The pub itself is great, and the Steak & Ale pie is delicious!! I highly recommend staying here and would stay here again.
Claire, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Free bottle of wine. Lovely breakfast.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay @

Great location. Clean & tidy with friendly staff@
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent position and the cleanest hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Both the room and public areas were spotless. Friendly staff
Jill, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely property, very welcoming staff, clean and comfy room
Alexandre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel, great bar, good food, lovely room with comfy bed and good shower. Well kept and very clean and tidy
Nick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location Clean rooms with great bar. Breakfast bit pricey
stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean confy room , bathroom shower very nice and plenty of hot water , nice products in room
Julia, 2-night trip