Crabwall Manor Hotel & Spa

Hotels
BW Signature Collection by Best Western
8 (4340 reviews)
Parkgate Road, Mollington , Chester , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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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 4340 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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Ashley couple gb
10
Fantastic hotel, gym and Spa
Pros:

Lovely hotel and Spa

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller nz
6
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Christian solo_traveller gb
1
It's low cost for a reason, but worthy of 2* not 4*
Pros:

Nothing. It looks good from outside

Cons:

Staff passive aggressive, spa is main feature, when I turned up everything was broken and closed. The room had massive weird red stain on floor, the toilet was still dirty, the fire alarm outside rang the entire night.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Russ Harvey solo_traveller gb
10
Simply perfect
Pros:

Lovely room a jnr suite big balcony and a very spacious. Breakfast is always good and today was no exception. Car par is free

Cons:

Nothing it was pretty damn good

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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virginie solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

Les chambres sont spacieuses, le petit déjeuner est bien.

Cons:

Les chambres ne correspondent pas aux photos sur booking.com
Le sol du couloir grince et les murs sont fins on entend les voisins et les gens passer dans le couloir. Les portes ne se ferment quand les claquant.
Le jour où nous sommes arrivés il y a eu un problème chimique dans la piscine donc piscine et spa fermés. Pas de netflix cela manque pour un hôtel 4 étoiles.
Nous avions remplis un questionnaire pour les préférences des chambres et aucune n'a été prises en compte. Ils ont demandé si nous venions pour une raison, j'ai dit que c'était l'anniversaire de mon père. Mais nous n'avons même pas eu une petite carte pour le dire, pourquoi demandé s'ils ne le prennent pas en compte.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Hana solo_traveller gb
9
Comfortable and quiet.
Pros:

Excellent and comfy bed
Pretty surroundings
Good breakfast

Cons:

Restrictions around baby in pool (timings etc)

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Martin couple gb
3
Not so good this time
Pros:

Stayed before & was happy to be back as the place is set up nicely

Cons:

The pool was closed (which was a shame as that was the main reason I picked this hotel) but despite that closure, apart from saying ‘sorry’ nothing was done by the hotel to reflect the fact there were fewer facilities that we had effectively already paid for.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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James solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Dean solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Staff very helpful

Cons:

The spa and swimming pool was out of action , we didn't get told there was a marathon on Sunday morning so we had to wait 2 hours to get out the car park.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Diane couple gb
5
Dissapointing
Pros:

Already told the hotel that my husband was a vegetarian, only 1 vegetarian sausage for the stay, as they ran out. No jams at breakfast.

Cons:

The pool sauna steam room was out of order, this is the reason we booked this hotel, we asked for a reduction in the price, so we could use the money and use facilities at another hotel with a pool etc they only offered us a free 1 nights stay, but our stay was completely ruined

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Karl family_with_children gb
8
Great stay overall, after the disappointment of the spa facilities being unavailable
Pros:

The hotel was very posh, and you got a gorgeous big room, staff were very friendly.

Cons:

Although they did inform us that the spa facilities wouldn’t be available, with only 2 days before we arrived was to late to arrange another hotel, we did pay extra for this hotel to use the facilities, so that was a big shame, as we where only in town for one night as we had visited the zoo earlier that day.
They did give us a free token each for a drink at the bar, which was just a small gesture of goodwill compared to the expense of the spa. But on a whole we still really enjoyed our stay.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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W548HWjoanned Couples
2
We will not be returning
Pros:

We booked an afternoon tea with a buy a gift voucher we received. It was our 23rd wedding anniversary. We have enjoyed many afternoon teas over the years at many different places. Unfortunately, this was by far the worst. I do not usually do reviews but my Husband and I were really disappointed. Signage was poor, welcome was poor, sandwiches were soggy and strange taste, weird bread rolls, crumbs on floor, tables not cleared. Waitress spray cleaning the tables next to us and wiping with a napkin! The scone was delicious and still warm, unlike the coffee. Waitress and staff all busy chatting. Sorry but we will not be returning.

2026-05-16 via Tripadvisor
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Sven solo_traveller de
9
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Carole couple gb
7
Ideally situated for visiting Chester and the surrounding areas, good value for money and nicer than the average chain h
Pros:

It’s located very near Chester and Cheshire Oaks Outlet and is a step up from the usual chain hotels. The property has lots of character, a nice spa/pool, and free parking.

Cons:

Unfortunately the room was cold, the central heating being off. However we appreciated that given the size of the place if all the room radiators were on their fuel bills would be prohibitive.The situation was remedied as when raised with reception we were given a small electric heater which worked fine.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Klare family_with_children gb
8
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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turner solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
4
Pros:

Lovely building

Cons:

Spa was out of order room needed updating and repairs

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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nadine solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The location was lovely and the room was amazing, staff were very helpful.

Cons:

The facilities were abit lack luster and the bar was very slow.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Derek couple gb
1
Got a refund and went home
Pros:

Nice location

Cons:

Spa facilities out of order, main bar and terrace unavailable as wedding had it all booked.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Alice family_with_children gb
3
Disappointing that the pool and spa were closed and no apology or compensation offfered
Pros:

Nice outside space, spacious bedroom

Cons:

Broken coffee machine, and we chose this hotel so we could use the pool etc and it was closed and we were not given any compensation, and the staff were not apologetic. We had planned our stay around a swim and steam and were denied!

2026-05-11 via Nuitee