Chessington Resort Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2756 reviews)
Leatherhead Road , Chessington , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location to the theme park / safari views
Family-friendly atmosphere
Themed rooms and striking hotel design
Friendly and welcoming staff (in many cases)
Good air conditioning and room decor
Positive experiences with restaurant service for some guests
Cons:
Cleanliness concerns (dirty tables, rooms/windows needing attention)
Multiple pool facilities and baby splash/jacuzzi out of service or closed
Poor communication at check-in and booking for meals
Pricey / value concerns
Hard mattresses and lack of baby cot mattress
Small/cramped lifts during busy periods

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Multiple reviews cite poor cleanliness (dirty tables, rooms and windows needing attention; some guests called the resort 'tired' and 'not the cleanest'), though a few mentioned the hotel was 'clean and tidy'.
Service
8.8
Service is mixed but largely positive: several guests described staff as 'fantastic', 'friendly', 'welcoming' and helpful, though there are repeated complaints about communication, check-in guidance and occasional unhelpfulness.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised — excellent proximity to the park/theme-park access and unique safari views (overlooking zebras/safari animals) make location a major strength.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms receive praise for themed design, decor and air conditioning, but issues were noted (very hard mattress in one report, some rooms described as needing renovation and windows/rooms requiring cleaning, cot without mattress).
Amenities
7
Several amenity issues: multiple pool facilities, baby splash area and jacuzzi were out of service or closed during stays; lifts described as small and cramped; overall mixed/under-maintained amenities.
Value for Money
7.2
Frequently described as pricey/expensive (including restaurant prices). Guests accept the premium for location but feel some conveniences (e.g., mini-fridge options) and comfort could be improved for the price.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Mixed feedback: some guests praised breakfast and dinner and staff accommodating late arrivals, while others found breakfast limited and food only 'ok' or disappointing on occasions.
Overall Experience
9.7
Despite specific issues (cleanliness, some amenity closures and inconsistent communication), many guests described a 'magical' stay, would return or recommend, and highlighted memorable aspects (design, safari views, family-friendly atmosphere).
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 05:23

Property Description

Stylish Safari Theme Hotel at Chessington World of Adventures Resort

Luxurious Rooms and Meeting Venues
Experience comfort in rooms with air conditioning, a desk, and power shower. Host your meetings effortlessly in our 6 meeting rooms with convenient M25 access.

Family-Friendly Amenities
Our family rooms feature a separate children’s area with a flat-screen TV showing popular kids’ channels, ensuring an enjoyable stay for all ages.

Unique Dining Experience at ZAFARI Bar & Grill
Indulge in a culinary journey at our impressive theatre kitchen with views of the African style animal reserve, Wanyama. Enjoy flame-grilled meats, fresh salads, and a variety of coffees.

Book your stay now and immerse yourself in the excitement of Chessington Hotel!

Important information:

Please note, tickets for the park are not included and need to be bought separately.

The property has family rooms available with separate children’s sleeping area. These areas include a flat-screen TV showing popular kids’ channels.

Groups of 5 rooms and more need to contact the hotel direct. Different terms apply and full prepayment is required 30 days prior to arrival after which we do not accept any cancelations.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2756 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.2
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Liat family_with_children gb
3
Totally disappointed, needs doing up and cleaning the place up. Especially the rooms and windows
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Lindsay family_with_children gb
10
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Angie family_with_children ie
10
Staff were fantastic and very helpful. Loved our stay here
Pros:

Very family oriented we had a fantastic stay

Cons:

Pool facilities were only ok at the time we visited but we still enjoyed the pool

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Daniel family_with_children gb
7
Pros:

The location to the park was perfect.

Cons:

It was tired looking and not the cleanest resort we have stayed in.
Also the food was ok and we only ate breakfast there as it was included but could have been a lot better.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Abrar family_with_children ae
1
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Carmel solo_traveller ie
7
Pros:

Great location to the park, hotel is very child friendly, rooms are fabulous, great air conditioning and beautiful decor.

Cons:

The staff were unhelpful at times, no clear information given at check in re importance of booking breakfast and dinner slots which resulted in having to eat breakfast in the adjoining hotel one morning and getting a takeaway dinner one evening.

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
C
Caroline family_with_children ie
10
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
B
Becky family_with_children gb
10
Great and magical experience
Pros:

We did book breakfast but woke up late and the restaurant still managed to find a table for us. Breakfast and dinner was great. With three children who are very fussy they loved it.

Cons:

Everything was great

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Kelly solo_traveller gb
4
Cons:

Communication was awful. I went to book a table for the morning after, no need to, went to breakfast and the woman was saying we needed to.
It was like a zoo, tables were dirty and full of plates etc. No one were sirting on these tables andbthe queue for a table was ridiculous. Not enough staff.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
D
Danielle family_with_children gb
7
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
D
David family_with_children gb
8
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Jade family_with_children gb
7
Pros:

Loved the themed rooms

Cons:

Customer service - kids pool was shut.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Victoria family_with_children gb
10
Loved it! We will be staying for longer next time!
Pros:

We enjoyed the view overlooking the safari animals!

Cons:

We were disappointed that the splash pool was closed during our stay!

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Arianna family_with_children gb
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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neil family_with_children gb
9
Second time we’ve use this hotel Wood use it in the future and would recommend it to friends
Pros:

Location and wasn’t too busy time of the year

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Arianna family_with_children gb
9
Good for families but pricey
Pros:

It was really good. We enjoyed our stay with a newborn and a 3 year old

Cons:

The overall experience was quite expensive, and the food and drinks at the restaurant were also pricey, which is understandable given the location inside the park. It would have been a nice touch to have some drinks available in the mini fridge - not necessarily complimentary, but as a paid option for convenience.
The lifts were also quite small, which made them feel cramped, especially during busy periods.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Amie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Reka solo_traveller hu
7
Pros:

The hotel's design is absolutely amazing and truly one of a kind. Everywhere you look, there's attention to detail, and the highlight is being able to watch zebras while sitting at the bar or having a meal in the restaurant. It's a beautiful and unforgettable setting. The staff were also very friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay.

Unfortunately, there were several major downsides, especially for families with babies. The hotel has a policy of not providing mattresses for baby cots. The cot only came with a hard wooden board, making it completely unsuitable and uncomfortable for a baby to sleep on. When I asked if they could at least provide extra blankets to make it softer, I was simply told to bring my own. I explained that this isn't practical when traveling by plane, but they didn't respond to that concern.

The breakfast was also disappointing, with a rather limited selection compared to what we expected. In addition, several pool facilities were out of service during our stay, including the entire baby splash area and the jacuzzi.

Overall, the hotel's stunning design and excellent staff made a great first impression, but the lack of basic baby-friendly amenities and the unavailable pool facilities significantly affected our experience.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Ruth family_with_children gb
7
Lovely location, clean and tidy
Pros:

Close proximity to the theme park

Cons:

Lots of ongoing work meaning that not everything was accessible. Mattress on the bed was very hard

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Victoria solo_traveller gb
5
Missed the mark.
Pros:

Beds were comfortable, majority of the staff were friendly.

Cons:

It was like staying in Fawlty Towers. Air-conditioning was broken on arrival, we were given 2 fans. If we hadn't asked the following morning for it to be fixed they wouldn't have bothered. The booking was for 4 people, on arrival there was only enough towels for 2 adults. The hairdryer in the room was faulty, it actually shot out sparks. Told reception and suggested it be removed as it's clearly a safety issue. It was still there when we checked out. I knew when I booked the splash pool was closed, unfortunately so was the spa pool and steam room. Took the kids to the pool, the water was filthy and for some reason they thought roping off access to the stairs was a good idea. They weren't out of order. You could still use the stairs to get into the pool but you had to either climb over the rope/wall or swim under the rope. The website states they have a good selection of Gluten-free products, when checking the allergens there was very little on the main menu. You had to shower on your knees, as when you tried to move the shower head up the pole, the pole would come out of it's holder. The kettle in the room, clearly hadn't been cleaned between guests and whoever stayed previously boiled something other than water in the kettle. Overall I expected better for £225 per night.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee