Chester City Break

This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building (said to be the first skyscraper of its time) will have you following in the footsteps of famous guests. Since opening in 1860 to serve first-class rail passengers, The Queen at Chester Hotel | Premier Collection by Best Western has entertained the likes of Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes and Lillie Langtry. The Grade II listed hotel boasts stunning Victorian features, including a glorious curling four-storey open-well staircase with cast iron balustrade, a marble-floored lobby and huge fireplaces. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Chester. Here, you can browse the boutiques of The Rows, a unique two-tiered shopping gallery, tour the magnificent medieval cathedral or see the ruins of the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain. Families can have a fun day out at Chester Zoo, located 4 miles from the hotel, while racegoers can try their luck at Chester Racecourse, the oldest in the world. Each of the 221 bedrooms have superfast fibre optic WiFi, satellite TV and 24-hour room service. Some of the most luxurious rooms have Tencel mattress toppers, roll-top baths, Nespresso coffee machines and four-poster beds fit for royalty. When you're not relaxing in your room, enjoy lighter bites while sampling the finest cask ales or cool cocktails in the historic Waiting Room Bar and Lounge or dine in the Kings’ Grill restaurant, using fine, locally sourced ingredients to create a seasonal modern British menu. For anyone wishing to keep up with their fitness routine, the hotel offers a fitness room with cardio equipment, perfect for working up a sweat.