The Mill Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
3-star spa hotel near Chester Zoo

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Exterior
2 restaurants, lunch served
Business Double Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Indoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Milton Street, Chester, England, CH1 3NF
  • Place, Grosvenor Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Chester City Walls
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(181 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Business Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(137 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Club Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Canal View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Canal View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Cosy Double

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Chester

In Chester .Your stay at this Chester hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Chester City Walls and Grosvenor Park. The Rows of Chester and Eastgate Clock are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grosvenor Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Eastgate Clock - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chester Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chester City Walls - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chester Racecourse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chester Station - 6 min walk
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cellar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wok&Go - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cornerhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Old Harkers Arms - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Mill Hotel & Spa

3-star spa hotel near Chester Zoo
The Mill Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A sauna, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly The Mill Hotel & Spa. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Chester hotel is smoke free.

  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
The Mill Hotel & Spa offers 132 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This Chester hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, The Mill Spa. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 12 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 12.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mill
Mill Chester
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Mill Hotel Chester
Mill Hotel Spa
The Mill Hotel & Spa Hotel
The Mill Hotel & Spa Chester
The Mill Hotel & Spa Hotel Chester

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Mill Hotel & Spa to the airport?

The Mill Hotel & Spa is 10.1 mi (26-min drive) away from the Chester (CEG-Hawarden) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mill Hotel & Spa?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mill Hotel & Spa on Apr 9, 2026 start from $80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Mill Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Mill Hotel & Spa.

Does The Mill Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

The Mill Hotel & Spa offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Mill Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Mill Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM.

Is there free parking at The Mill Hotel & Spa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 12.00 per day.

Does The Mill Hotel & Spa have a pool?

The Mill Hotel & Spa features an indoor pool.

Does The Mill Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does The Mill Hotel & Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Mill Spa, where you can enjoy Swedish massages, body scrubs, and body wraps.

How close is The Mill Hotel & Spa to downtown Chester?

The Mill Hotel & Spa is 0.4 mi away from Chester.

The Mill Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1137 out of 2124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 657 out of 2124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 253 out of 2124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 2124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 2124 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room with comfortable beds and optional heating. Good shower. Very friendly staff. Great location for the town. Pool was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Bar and restaurant areas were great but our room wasnt what id call clean. Lots of dusty areas. The bed was like sleeping on breeze blocks so neither of us got much sleep unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything good for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice peaceful stay on Christmas Eve. Breakfast was lovely and hot. The staff were lovely and the spa facilities were great. Thanks for a lovely stay. Happy Christmas
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room lovely friendly staff good variety of breakfast options. My only issue was there were only curtains at the window no blind or net so if you were in room you had to keep them drawn or people looked in which is a shame Otherwise great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value, staff did a great job, nice spa facilities, good location for Chester.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
All the staff are very friendly and helpful very good breakfast and nice bar.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy check in - great to be able to store luggage till room ready. Good size room. Easy access via lift.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

mike

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was ok bed wasnt the most comfortable. Breakfast was a bit basic cold toast and tinned fruit. Staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ceren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The bedroom is dated, no toiletries other than a soap dispenser. Very basic. Very small TV. Consider paying for upgrade. It's in a great location with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean but could do with some updates, the windows are not double glazed and let cold and noise through, however the thick curtains stopped to many drafts. The room was warm and we overlooked the canal. we used the swimming pool in the spa and that was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with ideal location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Staff pleasant and helpful. Easy check out and left baggage. Good breakfast. Comfy bed. Good pool facility.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent , room ok but could do with moderising
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025