The Swan at Tarporley
US$124
/ night
Avg. for September
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US$124
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Swan at Tarporley average US$117 in the cheapest month (January) and US$141 in the most expensive month (May), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$117 |
| February | US$124 |
| March | US$123 |
| April | US$121 |
| May | US$141 |
| June | US$132 |
| July | US$129 |
| August | US$138 |
| September | US$124 |
| October | US$118 |
| November | US$127 |
| December | US$134 |
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Most expensive: May (~US$141)
Cheapest: January (~US$117)
About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, wedding services, and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, wedding services, and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Location
Located in Tarporley, The Swan Tarporley is in a rural location, a 3-minute drive from Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre and 6 minutes from Oulton Park Circuit. This hotel is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Chester City Walls and 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Chester Zoo.
What's nearby
Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre(2.2 Miles)
Beeston Castle(2.8 Miles)
Oulton Park Circuit(3.9 Miles)
Bunbury Mill(4.1 Miles)
Sandstone Trail(4.2 Miles)
Little Budworth Country Park(4.2 Miles)
Abbeywood Gardens(4.7 Miles)
River Weaver(5.3 Miles)
Go Ape! Delamere(5.4 Miles)
Wild Shore Delamere(5.7 Miles)
The Ice Cream Farm(6 Miles)
Cheshire Falconry(6.2 Miles)
Eaton Golf Club(6.4 Miles)
Crocky Trail(6.4 Miles)
Tattenhall Marina(6.8 Miles)
Chester (CEG-Hawarden)(17.3 Miles)
John Lennon Airport (LPL)(26.1 Miles)
Manchester Airport (MAN)(28.6 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Golf course (nearby)
Location
50 High Street, Tarporley, England, United Kingdom
Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre (2.2 Miles)
Beeston Castle (2.8 Miles)
Oulton Park Circuit (3.9 Miles)
Bunbury Mill (4.1 Miles)
Sandstone Trail (4.2 Miles)
Little Budworth Country Park (4.2 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 635 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
19%
Couple
45%
Family
15%
Group
14%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At The Swan at Tarporley, reviewers consistently praise friendly, accommodating staff and standout food, especially breakfast, while noting characterful, comfortable rooms; some also highlight the hotel’s central High Street location for Oulton Park, the Sandstone Trail, and village exploring.
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What guests think
At The Swan at Tarporley, reviewers consistently praise friendly, accommodating staff and standout food, especially breakfast, while noting characterful, comfortable rooms; some also highlight the hotel’s central High Street location for Oulton Park, the Sandstone Trail, and village exploring.
Common negatives include occasional plumbing noise or dated elements in some rooms, patchy TV reception, and warm rooms in hot weather. The central setting brings convenience but can mean street or church-bell noise for front-facing rooms, and on-site parking is available yet sometimes limited or unexpectedly inaccessible. Breakfast service is usually smooth but can be slow or error-prone at busy times. Best suited to travellers who value charm and location over modern uniformity.
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Facilities
On-site parking is available but can be limited or, for some stays, unusable without advance warning. The bar has a good atmosphere; one review noted it closed before 10pm on a Sunday, and another mentioned no lounge TV for football.
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Timothy
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
10
Helena
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very happy with our stay at The Swan Hotel, met by friendly staff, very comfy bed in one of the coach house rooms and tasty breakfast. We also ate in the hotel on the first night and was very happy with our meal and service. Parking is to the rear of the hotel which is on the main street through Tarporley, very central and easy. Overall an excellent stay
Very happy with our stay at The Swan Hotel, met by friendly staff, very comfy bed in one of the coach house rooms and tasty breakfast. We also ate in the hotel on the first night and was very happy with our meal and service. Parking is to the rear of the hotel which is on the main street through Tarporley, very central and easy. Overall an excellent stay
10
Andy
15 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,327 nights
Nice place to stay for a few days..... Restaurant and bar menu good. No lounge TV for the football though....
Nice place to stay for a few days..... Restaurant and bar menu good. No lounge TV for the football though....
10
Paul
17 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice room and bar, breakfast was ok.
Nice room and bar, breakfast was ok.
8
julie
26 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A pleasant surrounding. Good parking which is always something we look for. Room clean, tidy, warm and welcoming. Staff could not do enough for you.
A pleasant surrounding. Good parking which is always something we look for. Room clean, tidy, warm and welcoming. Staff could not do enough for you.
8
David
7 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Watch out for the bar closing before 10pm on a Sunday.
Watch out for the bar closing before 10pm on a Sunday.
10
Christopher
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really outstanding option for us as a family - huge room we could all share in the centre of a beautiful village. Hotel has loads of charm and character + we loved the decor in the room and the public areas. Good atmosphere in the bar area downstairs and the breakfast was epic. Would highly recommend the Swan and we will return.
Really outstanding option for us as a family - huge room we could all share in the centre of a beautiful village. Hotel has loads of charm and character + we loved the decor in the room and the public areas. Good atmosphere in the bar area downstairs and the breakfast was epic. Would highly recommend the Swan and we will return.
8
nigel
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good hotel, stayed hear a few times but not for a few years, hotel improved a lot. stayed in a deluxe room in rear courtyard, very spacious and clean comfortable, coffee machine in room, good shower, Internet good and food and service excellent, only issue was room very warm due to weather and had to have windows open and made noise from outside especially church bells every hour annoying, Car Parking limited and made worse by personnel parking over lines not hotels fault, but overall would stay again.
Good hotel, stayed hear a few times but not for a few years, hotel improved a lot. stayed in a deluxe room in rear courtyard, very spacious and clean comfortable, coffee machine in room, good shower, Internet good and food and service excellent, only issue was room very warm due to weather and had to have windows open and made noise from outside especially church bells every hour annoying, Car Parking limited and made worse by personnel parking over lines not hotels fault, but overall would stay again.
8
Phoebe
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room, clean and great hospitality tray. Village is wonderful, lots of great places to eat and drink. Downsides for us were the car park that cannot be used but isn't advised before the stay, the loud water works and a room sold for 3 occupants but only came with one bed. But otherwise good place for the amount we paid to rest your head.
Lovely room, clean and great hospitality tray. Village is wonderful, lots of great places to eat and drink. Downsides for us were the car park that cannot be used but isn't advised before the stay, the loud water works and a room sold for 3 occupants but only came with one bed. But otherwise good place for the amount we paid to rest your head.
10
Timothy
25 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I often stay here whilst working at Oulton Park. I have never had a problem with on site parking and always receive a warm welcome. Rooms are spacious and quiet with great beds. The Swan also serves great food.
I often stay here whilst working at Oulton Park. I have never had a problem with on site parking and always receive a warm welcome. Rooms are spacious and quiet with great beds. The Swan also serves great food.
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Cleanliness
Rooms and public areas are generally clean, with several describing them as immaculate. A few comments note tired bathrooms, occasional musty smells, and housekeeping gaps such as unreplenished toiletries or areas needing a deeper clean.
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Sandra
27 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had the best night stay , room was clean and bed so comfy and spacious. The breakfast was the best we ever had. The staff were so friendly and couldn't do enough for us .. I would highly recommend The Swan.
We had the best night stay , room was clean and bed so comfy and spacious. The breakfast was the best we ever had. The staff were so friendly and couldn't do enough for us .. I would highly recommend The Swan.
10
Joanne
21 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Another great stay at The Swan. Staff are friendly and efficient. Our deluxe double room was lovely and clean with all the amenities needed. Will definitely be returning again.
Another great stay at The Swan. Staff are friendly and efficient. Our deluxe double room was lovely and clean with all the amenities needed. Will definitely be returning again.
10
David
24 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
A one night stay to visit a friend. Very nice room (though slightly musty smell on entry). Very pleasant public rooms and a really good breakfast.
A one night stay to visit a friend. Very nice room (though slightly musty smell on entry). Very pleasant public rooms and a really good breakfast.
10
Bryn Awel
28 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
lovely hotel. stayed in a family room for 5. Staff were very attentive when our kettle and coffee machine did not work. One thing i would recommend is a deep clean of the room though.
lovely hotel. stayed in a family room for 5. Staff were very attentive when our kettle and coffee machine did not work. One thing i would recommend is a deep clean of the room though.
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B A
16 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room, comfortable clean, wish they'd be more generous with the complimentary snacks and tea bags, one of each for a couple for two nights not quite what was expected. Toiletries were not replenished at all.
Lovely room, comfortable clean, wish they'd be more generous with the complimentary snacks and tea bags, one of each for a couple for two nights not quite what was expected. Toiletries were not replenished at all.
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Alan
25 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
1 night stay. Perfect welcome by the young lady on reception...personally showed me to my room which was a nice touch. Ate at the restaurant, food was delicious shout out needed for the guys in the kitchen as well the 2 members of staff in the restaurant, both of whom were accommodating to my requests. Room and bathroom was clean with nice products to use. With the age of the building flooring in my room sloped, meaning the bed wasn't perfectly level and had to adjust my balance when simply standing up. This didnt detract from a comfortable stay. TV in the room was an internet tv but couldn't just switch on an watch, had to go through the apps which was a faff as had to log into some of them just to watch terrestrial based programmes.
1 night stay. Perfect welcome by the young lady on reception...personally showed me to my room which was a nice touch. Ate at the restaurant, food was delicious shout out needed for the guys in the kitchen as well the 2 members of staff in the restaurant, both of whom were accommodating to my requests. Room and bathroom was clean with nice products to use. With the age of the building flooring in my room sloped, meaning the bed wasn't perfectly level and had to adjust my balance when simply standing up. This didnt detract from a comfortable stay. TV in the room was an internet tv but couldn't just switch on an watch, had to go through the apps which was a faff as had to log into some of them just to watch terrestrial based programmes.
10
Ann-Marie
10 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Hotel is gorgeous and spacious and never felt over crowded. The Deluxe Double Room was immaculate and very pretty. The breakfast was faultless. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
The Hotel is gorgeous and spacious and never felt over crowded. The Deluxe Double Room was immaculate and very pretty. The breakfast was faultless. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
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Robert
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good decor . Good breakfast although the potato cake was very strange and not good. Bathroom, especially tiles needed a deep clean TV was not smart and had a poor signal
Good decor . Good breakfast although the potato cake was very strange and not good. Bathroom, especially tiles needed a deep clean TV was not smart and had a poor signal
10
Kathleen
30 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Only spent a short time there as at a wedding - efficient check in, friendly staff and nice big clean room
Only spent a short time there as at a wedding - efficient check in, friendly staff and nice big clean room
10
Denise
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a great place to stay, room was very clean & comfortable and the food is fantastic. Service from the staff was excellent as well although the tea/coffee at breakfast didnt get to us until we had nearly finished the cooked breakfast but that wasnt too big an issue
This is a great place to stay, room was very clean & comfortable and the food is fantastic. Service from the staff was excellent as well although the tea/coffee at breakfast didnt get to us until we had nearly finished the cooked breakfast but that wasnt too big an issue
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Rooms
Many guests find rooms comfortable, spacious, and full of character, with good beds and family options. Recurring quirks include plumbing noise, occasional dated fittings or sloping floors, patchy TV reception or streaming, warmth in hot weather, and some rooms smaller than expected.
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Cj
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was disappointing. The room was far smaller than implied, the windows had to be left, which let a lot spiders in, which my partner is afraid off. Also, it was very noisy from the pipe work/plumbing which we could hear other residents all through the night every time someone else used the bathroom. The room listing stated it was a king size bed but this was just a double They also managed to get our breakfast wrong, and we were the only two people eating. We both asked for scrambled eggs and neither of us got eggs with our breakfast. Until we asked if they were coming separately, to which they responded “I didn’t even notice you didn’t have eggs on your plate” All around, very disappointing
It was disappointing. The room was far smaller than implied, the windows had to be left, which let a lot spiders in, which my partner is afraid off. Also, it was very noisy from the pipe work/plumbing which we could hear other residents all through the night every time someone else used the bathroom. The room listing stated it was a king size bed but this was just a double They also managed to get our breakfast wrong, and we were the only two people eating. We both asked for scrambled eggs and neither of us got eggs with our breakfast. Until we asked if they were coming separately, to which they responded “I didn’t even notice you didn’t have eggs on your plate” All around, very disappointing
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Scott
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
How to change room because of the constant noise coming from waste pump in our bathroom sounded like titanic fog horn , we ended up in a dated twin room which was horrible and not what we paid for would NOT recommend
How to change room because of the constant noise coming from waste pump in our bathroom sounded like titanic fog horn , we ended up in a dated twin room which was horrible and not what we paid for would NOT recommend
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Gavin
10 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, nice restaurant and good breakfast. Worked well for us as a base for cycling around Cheshire. Hotel has prime location on the lovely Tarporley High Street. Very old property, well maintained. Only criticism is TV reception was poor with digital picture constantly breaking up.
Friendly staff, nice restaurant and good breakfast. Worked well for us as a base for cycling around Cheshire. Hotel has prime location on the lovely Tarporley High Street. Very old property, well maintained. Only criticism is TV reception was poor with digital picture constantly breaking up.
10
Carol
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in room 19 in the old coach house to the rear of the hotel, room was comfortable & the hodpitality trau ead wrll stocked. Breakfast was superb.
We stayed in room 19 in the old coach house to the rear of the hotel, room was comfortable & the hodpitality trau ead wrll stocked. Breakfast was superb.
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Alan
25 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
1 night stay. Perfect welcome by the young lady on reception...personally showed me to my room which was a nice touch. Ate at the restaurant, food was delicious shout out needed for the guys in the kitchen as well the 2 members of staff in the restaurant, both of whom were accommodating to my requests. Room and bathroom was clean with nice products to use. With the age of the building flooring in my room sloped, meaning the bed wasn't perfectly level and had to adjust my balance when simply standing up. This didnt detract from a comfortable stay. TV in the room was an internet tv but couldn't just switch on an watch, had to go through the apps which was a faff as had to log into some of them just to watch terrestrial based programmes.
1 night stay. Perfect welcome by the young lady on reception...personally showed me to my room which was a nice touch. Ate at the restaurant, food was delicious shout out needed for the guys in the kitchen as well the 2 members of staff in the restaurant, both of whom were accommodating to my requests. Room and bathroom was clean with nice products to use. With the age of the building flooring in my room sloped, meaning the bed wasn't perfectly level and had to adjust my balance when simply standing up. This didnt detract from a comfortable stay. TV in the room was an internet tv but couldn't just switch on an watch, had to go through the apps which was a faff as had to log into some of them just to watch terrestrial based programmes.
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Robert
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good decor . Good breakfast although the potato cake was very strange and not good. Bathroom, especially tiles needed a deep clean TV was not smart and had a poor signal
Good decor . Good breakfast although the potato cake was very strange and not good. Bathroom, especially tiles needed a deep clean TV was not smart and had a poor signal
8
Trevor
20 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The room in Annex was good, with steep stairs and the strangest lighting arrangements I have seen in a while, I mean the way the lights are controlled, all or nothing. Great shower and quiet after the main bar closes and cars move off. The room could do with a fan. Meals and breakfast first class, staff exceptional.
The room in Annex was good, with steep stairs and the strangest lighting arrangements I have seen in a while, I mean the way the lights are controlled, all or nothing. Great shower and quiet after the main bar closes and cars move off. The room could do with a fan. Meals and breakfast first class, staff exceptional.
10
Christopher
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really outstanding option for us as a family - huge room we could all share in the centre of a beautiful village. Hotel has loads of charm and character + we loved the decor in the room and the public areas. Good atmosphere in the bar area downstairs and the breakfast was epic. Would highly recommend the Swan and we will return.
Really outstanding option for us as a family - huge room we could all share in the centre of a beautiful village. Hotel has loads of charm and character + we loved the decor in the room and the public areas. Good atmosphere in the bar area downstairs and the breakfast was epic. Would highly recommend the Swan and we will return.
8
nigel
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good hotel, stayed hear a few times but not for a few years, hotel improved a lot. stayed in a deluxe room in rear courtyard, very spacious and clean comfortable, coffee machine in room, good shower, Internet good and food and service excellent, only issue was room very warm due to weather and had to have windows open and made noise from outside especially church bells every hour annoying, Car Parking limited and made worse by personnel parking over lines not hotels fault, but overall would stay again.
Good hotel, stayed hear a few times but not for a few years, hotel improved a lot. stayed in a deluxe room in rear courtyard, very spacious and clean comfortable, coffee machine in room, good shower, Internet good and food and service excellent, only issue was room very warm due to weather and had to have windows open and made noise from outside especially church bells every hour annoying, Car Parking limited and made worse by personnel parking over lines not hotels fault, but overall would stay again.
10
Timothy
25 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I often stay here whilst working at Oulton Park. I have never had a problem with on site parking and always receive a warm welcome. Rooms are spacious and quiet with great beds. The Swan also serves great food.
I often stay here whilst working at Oulton Park. I have never had a problem with on site parking and always receive a warm welcome. Rooms are spacious and quiet with great beds. The Swan also serves great food.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, including helpful check-in and flexibility for special requests. Some report slow or disorganized breakfast service and occasional poor follow-up on complaints.
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Timothy
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
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Samantha
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked in on Saturday 28th June 2025. I was disappointed on entering the twin bedroom, it did not stand up to the pictures online. The positive....beds were comfortable and complementary tea, coffee, biscuits and crisps was lovely. My friend and I had our evening meal in the restaurant, which was lovely the service was good, staff were friendly. Our biggest disappointment was the bathroom very tired looking, shower screen did not stay where it should hence from continuous use you could see the damage caused below.....come the morning to take a shower it was cold.....not matter what I tried and my friend the shower did not heat up. Furthermore, the shower control was so tight it was very difficult to turn. My friend was unable to get a bath as an alternative due to her mobility she would not of been able to get back out of the bath, hence she had a strip wash. I myself had a quick bath, which was a very small bath (a walk in shower would be more fitting for the space) Breakfast was lovely. On checking out I spoke to a male member of staff....he informed a higher female member of staff that I could speak to.....I informed her very politely about our disappointment regarding the room.....she informed me that she would let the manager know the next day as he was off and that he would get in touch. I am still waiting six days later..... very disappointed not away to do customer service.
Booked in on Saturday 28th June 2025. I was disappointed on entering the twin bedroom, it did not stand up to the pictures online. The positive....beds were comfortable and complementary tea, coffee, biscuits and crisps was lovely. My friend and I had our evening meal in the restaurant, which was lovely the service was good, staff were friendly. Our biggest disappointment was the bathroom very tired looking, shower screen did not stay where it should hence from continuous use you could see the damage caused below.....come the morning to take a shower it was cold.....not matter what I tried and my friend the shower did not heat up. Furthermore, the shower control was so tight it was very difficult to turn. My friend was unable to get a bath as an alternative due to her mobility she would not of been able to get back out of the bath, hence she had a strip wash. I myself had a quick bath, which was a very small bath (a walk in shower would be more fitting for the space) Breakfast was lovely. On checking out I spoke to a male member of staff....he informed a higher female member of staff that I could speak to.....I informed her very politely about our disappointment regarding the room.....she informed me that she would let the manager know the next day as he was off and that he would get in touch. I am still waiting six days later..... very disappointed not away to do customer service.
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Cj
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was disappointing. The room was far smaller than implied, the windows had to be left, which let a lot spiders in, which my partner is afraid off. Also, it was very noisy from the pipe work/plumbing which we could hear other residents all through the night every time someone else used the bathroom. The room listing stated it was a king size bed but this was just a double They also managed to get our breakfast wrong, and we were the only two people eating. We both asked for scrambled eggs and neither of us got eggs with our breakfast. Until we asked if they were coming separately, to which they responded “I didn’t even notice you didn’t have eggs on your plate” All around, very disappointing
It was disappointing. The room was far smaller than implied, the windows had to be left, which let a lot spiders in, which my partner is afraid off. Also, it was very noisy from the pipe work/plumbing which we could hear other residents all through the night every time someone else used the bathroom. The room listing stated it was a king size bed but this was just a double They also managed to get our breakfast wrong, and we were the only two people eating. We both asked for scrambled eggs and neither of us got eggs with our breakfast. Until we asked if they were coming separately, to which they responded “I didn’t even notice you didn’t have eggs on your plate” All around, very disappointing
10
Bruce
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really well run hotel, great location and excellent service, the best hotel breakfast by far!
Really well run hotel, great location and excellent service, the best hotel breakfast by far!
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Joanne
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Really friendly helpful staff. Breakfast is excellent. The Swan Hotel is lovely and we have just booked to return.
Really friendly helpful staff. Breakfast is excellent. The Swan Hotel is lovely and we have just booked to return.
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Claire
4 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff amazing, room comforting
Staff amazing, room comforting
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Janet
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First stay at the swan hotel, probably our last The hotel is tired We helped ourselves to a table for breakfast where we got our juice, no one asked for our room number or offered us coffee! Let alone anything to eat. It took fifteen minutes before we made eye contact with the staff to place a cooked breakfast order. Very poor service and the restaurant wasn’t busy
First stay at the swan hotel, probably our last The hotel is tired We helped ourselves to a table for breakfast where we got our juice, no one asked for our room number or offered us coffee! Let alone anything to eat. It took fifteen minutes before we made eye contact with the staff to place a cooked breakfast order. Very poor service and the restaurant wasn’t busy
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Mark
26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had the most exceptional service from the manager and his staff. They were very accommodating in providing us space to get dressed for a wedding in advance of our check in time. Very friendly all round and great breakfasts. Would not hesitate in visiting The Swan again.
We had the most exceptional service from the manager and his staff. They were very accommodating in providing us space to get dressed for a wedding in advance of our check in time. Very friendly all round and great breakfasts. Would not hesitate in visiting The Swan again.
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Andy
15 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Always good even if a little chaotic at times...... Friendly bar service..... Keep and eye out for Josh and Aime - 1st class!... Food in the restaurant is very good. Breakfast can be a long wait if you catch them at the wrong time.
Always good even if a little chaotic at times...... Friendly bar service..... Keep and eye out for Josh and Aime - 1st class!... Food in the restaurant is very good. Breakfast can be a long wait if you catch them at the wrong time.
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Trevor
27 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very good initial greeting by Richard and a young lady. Nice quiet room. Well stocked , kettle , TV , etc.
Very good initial greeting by Richard and a young lady. Nice quiet room. Well stocked , kettle , TV , etc.
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Location
Central High Street location is convenient for Tarporley’s shops and dining, and handy for Oulton Park and the Sandstone Trail. Some guests advise requesting rooms away from the front due to traffic or church-bell noise.
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Timothy
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
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Helena
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very happy with our stay at The Swan Hotel, met by friendly staff, very comfy bed in one of the coach house rooms and tasty breakfast. We also ate in the hotel on the first night and was very happy with our meal and service. Parking is to the rear of the hotel which is on the main street through Tarporley, very central and easy. Overall an excellent stay
Very happy with our stay at The Swan Hotel, met by friendly staff, very comfy bed in one of the coach house rooms and tasty breakfast. We also ate in the hotel on the first night and was very happy with our meal and service. Parking is to the rear of the hotel which is on the main street through Tarporley, very central and easy. Overall an excellent stay
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Paul
3 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We were half way along the Sandstone Trail long distance walk, and stayed overnight at the Swan. Lovely place to stay, great food, staff very welcoming, wpuld definitely recommend.
We were half way along the Sandstone Trail long distance walk, and stayed overnight at the Swan. Lovely place to stay, great food, staff very welcoming, wpuld definitely recommend.
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Gary
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I've been staying at the Swan for years and booked this room 6 weeks ago, requesting a room in the Courtyard. I understand that the rooms may not always be available so when I checked in and was told that the Courtyard was unavailable, I was disappointed but understood. I later found out through a colleague that someone in front of her checking in was not happy with her room being in the old building (Room 14) and insisted they move her outside, they offered her room 19 in the Courtyard, I was put in room 14. I don't sleep in the older part of the building due to the noise on the high street. I'll not stay here again, the Portal up the road is a similar price and much more peaceful
I've been staying at the Swan for years and booked this room 6 weeks ago, requesting a room in the Courtyard. I understand that the rooms may not always be available so when I checked in and was told that the Courtyard was unavailable, I was disappointed but understood. I later found out through a colleague that someone in front of her checking in was not happy with her room being in the old building (Room 14) and insisted they move her outside, they offered her room 19 in the Courtyard, I was put in room 14. I don't sleep in the older part of the building due to the noise on the high street. I'll not stay here again, the Portal up the road is a similar price and much more peaceful
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Alasdair
9 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
A truly fantastic little gem. Near a considerable amount of tourist attractions plus cities if you wish to travel in. Tarporley itself is a lovely village with a ton of good shops and restaurants. The Swan itself is in the centre of it all and a fabulous place to stay.
A truly fantastic little gem. Near a considerable amount of tourist attractions plus cities if you wish to travel in. Tarporley itself is a lovely village with a ton of good shops and restaurants. The Swan itself is in the centre of it all and a fabulous place to stay.
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Katrina
1 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Such a neat little place to visit! Great central location to adventure around!
Such a neat little place to visit! Great central location to adventure around!
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Milan
27 Jun 2023
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I would just like to say a personal thank you to the manager, staff, service and chef, who looked after me during my hiking on the Sandstone Trial in May 2023. This hotel I recommend to everyone. Milan
I would just like to say a personal thank you to the manager, staff, service and chef, who looked after me during my hiking on the Sandstone Trial in May 2023. This hotel I recommend to everyone. Milan
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Gavin
10 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff, nice restaurant and good breakfast. Worked well for us as a base for cycling around Cheshire. Hotel has prime location on the lovely Tarporley High Street. Very old property, well maintained. Only criticism is TV reception was poor with digital picture constantly breaking up.
Friendly staff, nice restaurant and good breakfast. Worked well for us as a base for cycling around Cheshire. Hotel has prime location on the lovely Tarporley High Street. Very old property, well maintained. Only criticism is TV reception was poor with digital picture constantly breaking up.
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J
4 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We like this high street hotel in Tarpoley which is a beautiful village close to the golf course where we play with friends. The restaurant on site is very good and the rooms very comfortable. If noise is a problem for you though, ask for a room away from the front of the hotel.
We like this high street hotel in Tarpoley which is a beautiful village close to the golf course where we play with friends. The restaurant on site is very good and the rooms very comfortable. If noise is a problem for you though, ask for a room away from the front of the hotel.
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Timothy
25 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I often stay here whilst working at Oulton Park. I have never had a problem with on site parking and always receive a warm welcome. Rooms are spacious and quiet with great beds. The Swan also serves great food.
I often stay here whilst working at Oulton Park. I have never had a problem with on site parking and always receive a warm welcome. Rooms are spacious and quiet with great beds. The Swan also serves great food.
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Dining
Food and drink receive frequent praise, with many calling breakfast excellent and restaurant dishes delicious, including good options for families. Minor drawbacks include occasional delays or errors at breakfast and isolated dislikes of specific items.
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Timothy
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
I stay here when working at Oulton Park. It is convenient, with on site parking and excellent food and service.
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Cj
5 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was disappointing. The room was far smaller than implied, the windows had to be left, which let a lot spiders in, which my partner is afraid off. Also, it was very noisy from the pipe work/plumbing which we could hear other residents all through the night every time someone else used the bathroom. The room listing stated it was a king size bed but this was just a double They also managed to get our breakfast wrong, and we were the only two people eating. We both asked for scrambled eggs and neither of us got eggs with our breakfast. Until we asked if they were coming separately, to which they responded “I didn’t even notice you didn’t have eggs on your plate” All around, very disappointing
It was disappointing. The room was far smaller than implied, the windows had to be left, which let a lot spiders in, which my partner is afraid off. Also, it was very noisy from the pipe work/plumbing which we could hear other residents all through the night every time someone else used the bathroom. The room listing stated it was a king size bed but this was just a double They also managed to get our breakfast wrong, and we were the only two people eating. We both asked for scrambled eggs and neither of us got eggs with our breakfast. Until we asked if they were coming separately, to which they responded “I didn’t even notice you didn’t have eggs on your plate” All around, very disappointing
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Bruce
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really well run hotel, great location and excellent service, the best hotel breakfast by far!
Really well run hotel, great location and excellent service, the best hotel breakfast by far!
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Joanne
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Really friendly helpful staff. Breakfast is excellent. The Swan Hotel is lovely and we have just booked to return.
Really friendly helpful staff. Breakfast is excellent. The Swan Hotel is lovely and we have just booked to return.
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Laura
21 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
What an absolutely amazing place to stay! Took our 3 young girls here to stay for a couple of days away and this place was perfect for a family of 5! It is so beautiful and spacious! The staff are incredible and so good with children so accommodating and chatty which our girls loved telling them all about their days out to Alton towers and Chester zoo. Not far from Chester Zoo and not too far from Alton Towers a bit further away. However, just an incredible stay away. Pub food was amazing children’s menu was perfect the girls loved it, puddings were delicious 😋. Gin options were great! Not many places offer a family of 5 to stay in one room and this place does! This was our first trip away as a family of 5 and we are so grateful to The Swan and their staff for making our first family trip so memorable and lovely. Thank you! Would highly recommend and will definitely come back again and again!
What an absolutely amazing place to stay! Took our 3 young girls here to stay for a couple of days away and this place was perfect for a family of 5! It is so beautiful and spacious! The staff are incredible and so good with children so accommodating and chatty which our girls loved telling them all about their days out to Alton towers and Chester zoo. Not far from Chester Zoo and not too far from Alton Towers a bit further away. However, just an incredible stay away. Pub food was amazing children’s menu was perfect the girls loved it, puddings were delicious 😋. Gin options were great! Not many places offer a family of 5 to stay in one room and this place does! This was our first trip away as a family of 5 and we are so grateful to The Swan and their staff for making our first family trip so memorable and lovely. Thank you! Would highly recommend and will definitely come back again and again!
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Denise
5 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stop when walking the sandstone trail. Fabulous dinner menu and breakfast menu… and the food lived up to the menu!
Great stop when walking the sandstone trail. Fabulous dinner menu and breakfast menu… and the food lived up to the menu!
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Robert
27 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good decor . Good breakfast although the potato cake was very strange and not good. Bathroom, especially tiles needed a deep clean TV was not smart and had a poor signal
Good decor . Good breakfast although the potato cake was very strange and not good. Bathroom, especially tiles needed a deep clean TV was not smart and had a poor signal
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Mark
26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had the most exceptional service from the manager and his staff. They were very accommodating in providing us space to get dressed for a wedding in advance of our check in time. Very friendly all round and great breakfasts. Would not hesitate in visiting The Swan again.
We had the most exceptional service from the manager and his staff. They were very accommodating in providing us space to get dressed for a wedding in advance of our check in time. Very friendly all round and great breakfasts. Would not hesitate in visiting The Swan again.
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Christopher
29 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really outstanding option for us as a family - huge room we could all share in the centre of a beautiful village. Hotel has loads of charm and character + we loved the decor in the room and the public areas. Good atmosphere in the bar area downstairs and the breakfast was epic. Would highly recommend the Swan and we will return.
Really outstanding option for us as a family - huge room we could all share in the centre of a beautiful village. Hotel has loads of charm and character + we loved the decor in the room and the public areas. Good atmosphere in the bar area downstairs and the breakfast was epic. Would highly recommend the Swan and we will return.
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Denise
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a great place to stay, room was very clean & comfortable and the food is fantastic. Service from the staff was excellent as well although the tea/coffee at breakfast didnt get to us until we had nearly finished the cooked breakfast but that wasnt too big an issue
This is a great place to stay, room was very clean & comfortable and the food is fantastic. Service from the staff was excellent as well although the tea/coffee at breakfast didnt get to us until we had nearly finished the cooked breakfast but that wasnt too big an issue
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colin
30 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful
Excellent breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful
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STEPHEN W
22 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff friendly efficient and helpful Lovely setting in town centre Good local beers available in the bar Food in restaurant very good Room OK although small - was very hot - but that's the weather Breakfast OK but a bit pricey for what it was
Staff friendly efficient and helpful Lovely setting in town centre Good local beers available in the bar Food in restaurant very good Room OK although small - was very hot - but that's the weather Breakfast OK but a bit pricey for what it was
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Simon
8 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely warm welcome, cosy rooms and great food options, itsour go to hotel when we visit Oulton Park each year never fails to deliver, this was our fourth visit amd will be back next year
Lovely warm welcome, cosy rooms and great food options, itsour go to hotel when we visit Oulton Park each year never fails to deliver, this was our fourth visit amd will be back next year
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Jenny
15 May 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff all very welcoming & helpful. Room large, nicely decorated & good amenities. Nice restaurant & breakfasts very good. Very happy to tweek things to your liking. Nothing was too much trouble Would definitely return!
Staff all very welcoming & helpful. Room large, nicely decorated & good amenities. Nice restaurant & breakfasts very good. Very happy to tweek things to your liking. Nothing was too much trouble Would definitely return!
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Awel
5 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely couple of days here. Large comfortable room, excellent choices for breakfast and all staff were friendly and efficient. Will definitely return.
Lovely couple of days here. Large comfortable room, excellent choices for breakfast and all staff were friendly and efficient. Will definitely return.
FAQs about The Swan at Tarporley
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site, but spaces are limited.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Full breakfasts are served for a fee, approximately GBP 10 to 12.50 per person. Serving hours are weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas and rooms. Additionally, there are designated smoking areas.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Tarporley, a 3-minute drive from Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre and 6 minutes from Oulton Park Circuit. It is approximately 11.4 miles from Chester Zoo and 10.8 miles from Chester City Walls.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-09-20: 138.91155470123292USD
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- 2026-09-22: 139.00077388305664USD
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The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 to 12.50 per person
- Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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