Crabwall Manor Hotel & Spa

Hotels
BW Signature Collection by Best Western
8 (4119 reviews)
Parkgate Road, Mollington , Chester , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great customer service
Spacious rooms
Good location
Quality food and beverage
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor attention to detail
Hot tub not working
Some amenities looked worn

Categories

Cleanliness
5.33
Specific concerns regarding dust and unclean conditions were mentioned, leading to a significantly lower rating.
Service
9.3
Great customer service mentioned in multiple reviews, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
8.84
Positive comments about the location being great for access to Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks.
Room Quality
7.79
Rooms described as spacious and well-appointed, but mixed reviews noted issues like burns and mold.
Amenities
8.32
Facilities such as the spa and pool were praised, although the hot tub was not functioning during one visit.
Value for Money
7.78
Value considered somewhat lacking due to cleanliness issues, but location and amenities offer some value.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Afternoon tea, dinner, and breakfast received high praise for quality.
Overall Experience
8.3
Mixed reviews balanced by many positive aspects, leading to an overall satisfactory experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 18:14

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation and Relaxing Spa
Crabwall Manor & Spa; BW Signature Collection offers elegant rooms and a spa, providing a perfect blend of luxury and relaxation. The historic manor house, dating back to 1660, is conveniently located near Chester city centre and offers free parking for guests.

Gourmet Dining and Wellness Facilities
Indulge in a culinary experience at The Jacob Restaurant with picturesque views and a menu featuring traditional English and world cuisine. For relaxation and fitness, the hotel boasts an 18-metre heated pool, sauna, whirlpool, gym, and aerobics studio.

Pampering Spa Treatments
Unwind at the on-site spa with 5 treatment rooms offering aromatherapy massages and a steam room, ensuring a rejuvenating experience during your stay.

Experience luxury and relaxation at Crabwall Manor & Spa; BW Signature Collection. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that events such as weddings are sometimes held at the hotel. Certain areas of the hotel and grounds may not be accessible to guests. Please check with the hotel directly for further information.

Please note that under 16s are not permitted to use the leisure facilities at this time.

Children have access to the pool Monday to Sunday at 9:30-10:30, 12:30-13:30, and 16:30-17:30.

The opening hours for the leisure club are Monday-Friday 6:30 until 22:00 and Saturday-Sunday 07:00 until 20:00.

Afternoon tea is available every day between 12:00 and 16:00. Please note, 24 hours notice is required for this booking, please contact the property directly to book.

'Treatments are available to book on a first come first serve basis, this can be done by contacting the hotel directly. We unfortunately cannot guarantee all guests treatment space, we recommend contacting the hotel in advance of your stay to avoid disappointment'Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LPL

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £5 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Adults stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 4119 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.33
Service: 9.3
Location: 8.84
Room Quality: 7.79
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 7.78
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 8.3
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Marie couple ie
10
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Lesley couple gb
4
A big disappointment.
Cons:

Bedroom radiator and towel rails did not work. Water in bathroom basin did not run away immediately, it stayed in basin and drained after time. Evening meal was not good and lighting in restaurant drab, no atmosphere. Most of the light bar menu was unavailable….no bread, no roast beef, no halloumi. Lack of staff.

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Katie couple gb
1
Awful won’t go again
Pros:

Didn’t

Cons:

It was freezing cold. Had to ask for heaters, radiators broke, no hot water

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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Julia family_with_children gb
5
Family stay at Crabwall Manor
Pros:

The location was perfect as we booked this stay as an overnight trip for our son's birthday, we went to Chester Zoo and Blue Planet aquarium, all super close and easy to find. Lots of options for eating out as well at the nearby retail parks (great for families!). The hotel itself was a nice, older building and the family room was really spacious and beds comfortable. The bathroom however had a lot of mold on the ceiling over the bath and when I mentioned it to staff they said housekeeping would have a look, but it must have been an ongoing problem because it was far spreading throughout the bathroom. We did use the swimming pool at the allocated time for children and it was a good size with pool noodles available for the kids. Breakfast was ok, reflective of the price. However, we were incorrectly charged for the breakfast when we checked out (it was included in the booking fee) and the refund only came through after I chased it a few days later. Coincidence perhaps....

Cons:

The mold on the bathroom as well as the staff's reactions to it was questionable.

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Susan family_with_children gb
8
Enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Spacious property. Family room good size. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Hired a cot but the base was very hard- travel cot but mattress very thin we couldn’t use it.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Neil family_with_children gb
5
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Rachel couple gb
9
2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Deborah couple gb
9
Pros:

Reception staff very polite and helpful Liked the pool area. Loved the bed size .Location was great too.

Cons:

nothing

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Mark family_with_children gb
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

The superior room was fantastic

Cons:

Just a small thing, tablecloths at breakfast

2026-03-08 via Nuitee
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Rebekah family_with_children gb
9
Exceeded expectations
Pros:

The hotel was clean, comfortable, and the food and facilities were brilliant. We got the room on a discount and ended up with a suite instead of just a basic room which was unexpected. The pool was clean and a comfortable temperature, but we did both say larger changing rooms would be better. The breakfast was really tasty - we both helped ourselves to a cooked breakfast and some bits from the continental breakfast options. We didn't eat here other than breakfast so can't comment on the rest of the food. The location is just out of the way enough to be quiet, but not too far so getting into nearby locations is pretty easy.

Cons:

The bathroom probably needs regrouting, and a fan for when the baths/showers get steamy. The changing rooms for the pool are small. The place is a little bit of a maze, so it's easy to get lost looking for your room! But these are all trivial things and the stay was wonderful.

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Tom couple gb
1
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Katherine couple gb
5
Pros:

The staff were lovely the hotel part was ok and the rooms are big but freezing

Cons:

The spa was a real let down it was disgraceful not clean at all no treatments were available

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Adrian couple gb
7
Nice stay shame about the room but would visit again
Pros:

Spa very nice and location bathroom

Cons:

Our room number 53 was not like photos with no windows just skylights very claustrophobic but would stay again but not in this room

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Andrew family_with_children gb
6
Nice facilities and room, shame about the restaurant.
Pros:

The room was clean, big and spacious. The spa and gym were also good. The hotel had a lot of character.

Cons:

The restaurant was a big let down. No character and dull. Limited selection of food and drink, although the food I had chosen was nice. Breakfast was ok.

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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michelle solo_traveller it
9
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Rhydian solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Biff couple gb
8
Good spa beautiful setting
Pros:

Beautiful grounds, spotlessly clean and very peaceful

Cons:

Breakfast wasn’t particularly well cooked or stocked

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Mark couple gb
10
2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Geoff couple gb
10
Very relaxing stay
Pros:

The spa was excellent

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Dutton solo_traveller gb
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee