Rowton Poplars Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (2565 reviews)
Whitchurch Road, Rowton , Chester , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Good food
Cons:
High drink prices
Limited vegetarian options
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
8.78
Generally clean but some complaints about strong bleach smell and room size.
Service
9.99
Staff were accommodating, helpful, and friendly across multiple reviews.
Location
9.59
Great location for road stops and accessibility.
Room Quality
8.54
Comfortable but some rooms were noted as small.
Amenities
8.57
No major facilities like a pool or gym, but basic needs met.
Value for Money
9.03
Considered a bit pricey for drinks and breakfast, but overall decent value.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Good quality food but limited menu choices, expected more variety for price.
Overall Experience
9.85
Guests expressed satisfaction and willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-18 07:46

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a 6-minute drive from Chester city centre, Rowton Poplars Hotel offers easy access to the city's attractions and amenities.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at the hotel features en suite bathroom facilities, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Dining and Entertainment
Guests can enjoy meals and drinks at the on-site restaurant and bar, with options for breakfast, lunch, and evening meals. The hotel also offers conference facilities, a large beer garden, and scenic walks along the Shropshire union canal.

Experience convenience and comfort at Rowton Poplars Hotel - book your stay now for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please note that check-in outside the specified hours (2pm-8pm) may be possible upon request. Please contact the property prior to arrival.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 2565 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.78
Service: 9.99
Location: 9.59
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 9.03
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.85
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Mitchell extended_group gb
8
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Keith extended_group au
8
Good hotel,nice helpful staff but a few things to be sorted out.
Pros:

It was located in countryside, close to the Chester park and ride. The rooms were spacious and ours was a triple room. The hotel was fully booked each night so we were lucky we had booked in advance. There was a big parking area and a beer garden

Cons:

The hotel had recently changed hands and the new owners had a good Indian food menu, but beer suppliers had yet to be sorted and only one warm draft beer was available. Luckily the Cheshire Cat down the road a mile had everything!

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller gb
1
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Anne solo_traveller ca
6
Good for those travelling by car but not the best spot to stay during a heat wave.
Pros:

Friendly staff, attractive decor, good wifi. Handy convenience store at the gas station next door.

Cons:

We were there during a heat spell and our room was on the top floor so it was very warm and the provided fan was too small. We were also only given one bath towel and one mid size towel for the two of us. It was also in a very busy location on the side of a very busy road. The back garden was quite plain. I’m sure for people driving it would be good with plenty of free parking.

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Javed solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Staff was very friendly room was ok but could be better but a good service

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Annonymous1 solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Kazeem solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

All their environments is very comfortable by me

Cons:

No

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Carlos couple gb
7
Ok value for money
Pros:

Value for money

Cons:

Slippery tub and bed matress too soft

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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SAMANTHA solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Michelle solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Dieter solo_traveller de
9
Immer wieder gerne
Pros:

Servicepersonal, Sauberkeit, Essen, Zimmergröße, Frühstück

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Jon couple gb
9
Exceptional value for money, close to wonderful Chester
Pros:

It was a nice, compact room that was clean and functional.

Cons:

The shower was quite complicated to use

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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DicktheBad Solo travel Redhill, Surrey, England
10
An excellent hotel
Pros:

An excellent hotel.

The room was clean, comfortable and quiet. I had a good night’s sleep. There is extensive car-parking and good wi-fi. It was also very good value for money.

I shall rebook when I return to the area.

{Looking at comments below, I would add the following. Yes it is now a restaurant but that closes at 10pm so you are not disturbed by late night noisy customers.}

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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Helen couple gb
1
Walls are very thin, could hear everything. Very low hot water pressure.
Pros:

The room was clean, a lot of effort was put in to the finishings towels and toilet roll shaped in to shapes
Access from outside meaning you didn’t have to go through the restaurant.

Cons:

Zero hot water pressure, it could be described as a weep.
The walls were paper thin, I could hear all conversations word for word in adjacent rooms.
Tv in adjacent room was mounted on the wall behind the headboard. Had to ask at 2am for this to be turned off as we couldn’t sleep. Then at 3am the couple on the other room had a very loud argument, of which we heard every single word.
For a rare night away without children I can honestly say it was the worst night sleep for a while

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Neil extended_group gb
9
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Relax64414001945 Couples York, North Yorkshire, England
6
Indian Restaurant with rooms, not really a Hotel!
Pros:

I booked this place because it’s just down the road from the park & ride into Chester city centre. It looks like a nice country house hotel from the photos, but when you get there, it’s actually an Indian restaurant that has accommodation above.
The hotel entrance is the restaurant entrance, with a small reception desk under the staircase. It’s right next door to a petrol station and the road it’s on is quite busy despite being a country road, as it’s a main route into Chester.
The room we stayed in was quite spacious, but carpeted with very thin, cheap carpet and although the room appeared clean, everything seemed very basic and low-budget. Having said that, the staff were friendly and it’s in a convenient location if you’re getting the park & ride into Chester. Just don’t be fooled by the photos and description. This is not a hotel as we know it.

2026-06-13 via Tripadvisor
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Wookey solo_traveller gb
5
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Tracy solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The location was ideal for my needs. Clean, comfortable bed. Lovely, helpful staff. Ample parking

Cons:

I thought the price of the room was expensive, given how small it was. The hotel is next to a very busy road, the traffic noise didn't disturb me, what did disturb me was the noise from people walking up and down the stairs (maybe carpet would help). The bedroom doors could do with soft close features, hearing them bang everytime someone came in and out wasn't the best. Lastly the lack of water pressure, it dribbles out the tap and you can just about get a shower.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Hector Sewell solo_traveller gb
6
As often these days. Nice people. But unnecessary tight spend on key aspects.
Pros:

A personal door opening welcome! Thank you. Truly excellent food at restaurant! Well beyond all other aspects…

Cons:

No investment. Minimal spend on making rooms good. Minimal

2026-06-11 via Nuitee