The Queen at Chester Hotel

Built opposite Chester station to serve first-class rail passengers, this hotel has an illustrious past. This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was said to be the first skyscraper of its time. Since opening in 1860, its hosted guests such as Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes and Lillie Langtry.

Just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Chester, guests can visit The Rows, tour the magnificent medieval cathedral or see the ruins of the largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain. Its also a prime location, adjacent to Chester Railway station, and easily accessible from the M53 and M56.