Based on New Crane Street, Chester Racecourse is recognised as the world’s oldest operating race venue, hosting events since 1539.
With a racing season stretching from May to October, the venerable venue holds 15 fixtures, launching with the Boodles May Festival and finishing with the season finale. However, the racecourse also hosts a variety of important occasions like wedding exhibitions, art events and the famous Cheshire and North Wales Food and Drink Festival.
Understandably, the racecourse is a massive draw for race fans and event guests from across the UK and beyond. Fortunately, there are no shortage of high-quality hotels in reach that offer exemplary amenities.
Hotels in Walking Distance of Chester Races
Sited in the heart of the city, Chester Racecourse is surrounded by hotels, allowing guests to visit on foot.
Holiday Inn Express Chester Racecourse
Hotels for horse racing fans don’t get any closer to the action than the Holiday Inn Express Chester Racecourse. Right inside the historic grounds, the hotel offers modern spacious rooms and easy access to the races and Chester city centre.
The Pied Bull
Boasting its own microbrewery, The Pied Bull is even older than Chester racecourse. With award winning customer service, the hotel on Northgate Street is in easy reach of the racecourse.
The Mill Hotel
Based on Milton Street, right on the canal, The Mill Hotel is a 20-minute stroll from Chester Races. Known for its bountiful leisure facilities like Technogym and pool, the hotel also offers canal barge dining, for a unique way to celebrate a big win.
Oddfellows Chester
A Georgian townhouse hotel, Oddfellows is known for its quirky Alice in Wonderland-inspired charm. Based on Lower Bridge Street, it offers easy access to the races.
The Chester Grosvenor
The epitome of elegance and luxury, The Chester Grosvenor is the city’s celebrated five-star hotel. On Eastgate Street in the heart of the city, it’s under a mile from the racecourse and has award-winning restaurants and a champagne bar to toast a victory at the races.
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Right next to the races on Trinity Street, the Crowne Plaza Hotel is proud of its position. Guests can enjoy its famous Stables Bar and Grill filled with racing memorabilia.
Moxy Chester
Based by the canal, Moxy Chester is a boutique hotel in the city centre. Equipped with a cocktail bar, it’s a perfect place for after-race drinks.
The Boathouse Inn Riverside Rooms
Just a 10-to-15-minute walk from the racecourse, the Boathouse Inn makes an ideal base for race fans. All of its nautically themed rooms offer TVs and Wi-fi for the latest racing news.
Chester Townhouse Hotel
Sited on Lower Bridge Street, Chester Townhouse Hotel is 10 minutes walking distance from the racecourse. Other landmarks close by include Chester Zoo and the River Dee.
Leonardo Hotel
A four-star accommodator, the Leonardo Hotel is on Pepper Street and four minutes from the races. It has spacious rooms and offers a continental breakfast for a great race day start.
Macdonald New Blossom Hotel
Centrally placed on St John Street, the historic Macdonald New Blossom Hotel is well placed for attending the races. Combining period charm with modern luxury, it’s an ideal choice for relaxing after a big day at The Roodee.
Hotels a Little Further from Chester Racecourse
As well as accommodators in the city centre, Chester also has hotels further out that offer a taste of the Cheshire countryside. Still offering access to the racecourse via car these hotels offer a stunning stay for racegoers.
Rowton Hall Hotel and Spa and Rowton Poplars are four miles away, while the Doubletree by Hilton, Mercure Abbots Well, Crabwall Manor and the Chester Court Hotel are all less than a three-mile drive from the racecourse.
Hotel Parking for a Day at the Chester Races
Chester has plentiful parking options including in and around Chester Racecourse itself. The Holiday Inn Express Hotel within its grounds offers free parking. Many hotels in Chester that are a brief walk from the racecourse offer onsite parking to their guests, including The Chester Grosvenor and The Mill Chester.
Whether you’re attending flat races over the season at Chester’s famous racecourse or one of the impressive events its hosting throughout the year, consider one of these impeccable options for your home-away-from-home in the city.