Business Details
Your Home from Home in the Heart of Chester
Nestled in the heart of Chester since 1830, the The Mill occupies a historic Griffiths Corn MILL building beside the Shropshire Union Canal. Our establishment blends centuries-old architecture with modern comforts, offering guests a unique experience that reflects Chester's rich heritage. We pride ourselves on delivering a warm, family-like atmosphere where every visitor feels at home. Our team combines professional expertise with genuine hospitality, ensuring personalized service across our accommodation, dining, and wellness facilities. With over 190 years of local presence, we maintain the original character of our Grade II-listed building while providing contemporary amenities. Our staff's extensive knowledge of Chester's history and culture enhances guests' experiences through tailored recommendations.We offer comprehensive hospitality solutions including luxury stays, gourmet dining, fitness facilities, and event hosting in a setting that seamlessly merges ancient charm with modern convenience. Our commitment to quality is evident in our well-equipped health club, award-winning dining venues, and curated seasonal packages. We maintain rigorous standards across all operations, from room maintenance to culinary services, ensuring consistent excellence. Our unique canal-side location provides both tranquillity and convenient access to Chester's attractions, making us a preferred choice for discerning travellers seeking authentic experiences.
Services
Hotel Accommodation
Spa Treatments
Gourmet Dining
Fitness Centre
Event Hosting
Canal Cruises
Business Meetings
Wedding Venues
Health Club
Special Offers
Highlights and features
- We offer 190 years of hospitality heritage in a Grade II-listed building
- Our canal-side location combines historic charm with modern amenities
- We provide award-winning dining across four distinct venues
- Our health club includes gym, spa, and indoor pool facilities
- We deliver personalized service with local knowledge of Chester
Services
Hotel Accommodation
We offer diverse Chester accommodation across our historic building and modern extension. Choose from Classic rooms with period features, Business Class with extra space, Club Class with modern comforts, or Canalside Deluxe with balcony access and views of the Shropshire Union Canal. Our premium Canalside Suite provides exceptional luxury for special occasions.
Spa Treatments
Our health club features a whirlpool spa, sauna, steam room, and indoor pool. The Autumn Glow Spa Day includes Hot Stone Massage and Cherry Glow Facial with complimentary soup. Professional therapists provide tailored treatments using premium products in a relaxing canal-side setting that combines historic architecture with modern amenities.
Gourmet Dining
Dining options include Canaletto Restaurant's sophisticated setting for romantic dinners or celebrations, Rialto Bar & Lounge's relaxed atmosphere with Asian tapas and cask ales, and seasonal themed dining experiences. Our chefs use local ingredients to create modern British cuisine with international influences in venues preserving original industrial features.
Fitness Centre
Our state-of-the-art gym offers free personal trainer support, cardio and strength training equipment, and wellness classes. The facility includes changing rooms, shower suites, and direct access to the health club's pool and spa. Guests receive tailored fitness plans and progress tracking during their stay.
Event Hosting
We host weddings, corporate events, and private parties in our historic venues. The Canaletto Restaurant accommodates formal dinners while Rialto Bar provides casual gatherings. Our team organizes themed events like The Faulty Towers Dining Experience and seasonal celebrations with customized menus, decorations, and entertainment options.
Questions
What room types are available at Mill Hotel & Spa?
We offer Classic rooms in the original building, Business Class with king beds, Club Class in the modern wing, Canalside Deluxe with canal views, and premium suites with balconies overlooking the Shropshire Union Canal.
Does the hotel provide spa and fitness facilities?
Yes, our health club includes a gym with personal trainers, indoor pool, sauna, steam room, and whirlpool spa. We offer seasonal spa packages like the Autumn Glow Day with professional treatments.
What dining options exist at the hotel?
We have four venues: Canaletto Restaurant for fine dining, Rialto Bar & Lounge for casual meals and drinks, seasonal themed dining experiences, and special event menus for occasions like Christmas.
Are there special offers available?
Current offers include 3-month gym memberships at discounted rates, seasonal spa packages, themed dining events, and exclusive Christmas party packages with festive menus in our premium restaurant spaces.
What makes this hotel unique in Chester?
We combine a 19th-century mill building's historic character with modern amenities, offering canal-side views, personalized service, and a family-friendly atmosphere that reflects Chester's heritage and contemporary culture.
Reviews (7)
Nazha Al Hajj
Jun 13, 2022
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A very nice hotel in a beautiful location. Jane has helped us check in and she was amazing, professional, friendly and super polite (superb customer service skills). The room view was on the canal . Breakfast was basic but delicious, staff were very welcoming. However WiFi signal was very poor and this is the only criticism I have. Definitely coming back. Thank you for making our stay special.
Jacqueline Richardson
Jun 08, 2022
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Really lovely hotel with good spa facilities. Our room was a bit small and the bathroom very pokey but this could have been because we had an end of corridor/corner room. In any case, the room was clean and served our purpose for a couple nights away. Staff were very pleasant and we also enjoyed a meal at the hotel. Bar and restaurant were both very popular here.
Graham Haddy
May 20, 2022
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Rather a small room for a three night stay. Cleaning was not as thorough as it could have been. All staff we came across were very friendly and did a lot to help us enjoy our stay. Great location for city centre, restaurants/pubs, station and has it's own car park opposite hotel.
Debra Roberts
May 08, 2022
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A really lovely hotel in a great location. Nice to stay somewhere with a bit of history. An old mill situated on the canal now turned into a large hotel with an adjoining building over a bridge providing leisure facilities including a pool. We were only here for one night but it was lovely. Parking is available close by which is always a bonus. Our room was small but adequate, it had everything you needed inc tea and coffee making facilities The bathroom was compact with shower, which was great, really hot water and quite powerful.
There's a restaurant and a bar but we went out and about. You're just on the outskirts of the town but within easy walking distance and you have the added bonus of being on the canal, some visitors might never get to this bit. We walked through the park for easy access to the river, a short walk along the river and you come to the Roman walls and one of the main gateways into Chester. Breakfast was included and I thought it was excellent. Lovely restaurant with views onto the water. self service buffet style, a lovely start to the day
There's a restaurant and a bar but we went out and about. You're just on the outskirts of the town but within easy walking distance and you have the added bonus of being on the canal, some visitors might never get to this bit. We walked through the park for easy access to the river, a short walk along the river and you come to the Roman walls and one of the main gateways into Chester. Breakfast was included and I thought it was excellent. Lovely restaurant with views onto the water. self service buffet style, a lovely start to the day
Sarah Carr
May 04, 2022
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Central location, along the canal, convenient for the Cathedral and City centre. 6 minutes walk. Clean, full of character room. Efficient staff. Breakfast and evening food very good and reasonable prices. Parking available. Worthy of 4/5 rating. Will return
Mark Hampson
Apr 19, 2022
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Went to the Mill house spa for my partner 40 birthday. We had a lovely time. The service from start to finish was excellent. The staff were all friendly, helpful and have a great sense of humour. The hotel was clean. The food was excellent. The spa treatment was out of this world. The hotel is in a perfect location. Just a 10 minute walk from the town centre. And plenty of car parking spaces. ( parking is 5 a day) truly a lovely time. Definitely would go back one day.
Mark Ralphs
Mar 18, 2022
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Stayed for a couple of nights. Most enjoyable experience. Will stay again. Rooms modern and very white but not a problem bathroom clean water hot. Food, homely with the usual touches. Dinner a touch pricey but for what you get and quality not bad really. Breakfast, jolly dashed scrummy served buffet ( due to covid ) Pool, sauna gym first class Clean tidy well supervised. Staff; what can I say about them.
Professional most definitely uniformed absolutely Friendly oh my word so friendly made us feel so welcome Breakfast was a comedy show the host was terrific, yes it was a show but not put on, conversations remembered with guests. But all staff very good very friendly. And location perfect for city and walls Thank you for the experience
Professional most definitely uniformed absolutely Friendly oh my word so friendly made us feel so welcome Breakfast was a comedy show the host was terrific, yes it was a show but not put on, conversations remembered with guests. But all staff very good very friendly. And location perfect for city and walls Thank you for the experience
