Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Luggage storage
Bar
Karaoke
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Noise from the bar
Uncomfortable bedding for larger guests

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
The room was clean and well maintained according to several reviews.
Service
8.15
Staff were friendly and accommodating based on multiple reviews.
Location
8.15
Central location was mentioned positively by several guests.
Room Quality
7.15
Rooms were reported as spacious and comfortable, but some concerns about sound issues.
Amenities
6.65
Some amenities lacked functionality, but overall provided basic services.
Value for Money
7.65
Guests found the stay overall worthwhile despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Breakfast received excellent feedback.
Overall Experience
7.25
Overall enjoyment was noted, but noise impacted some guests' stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 01:17

Property Description

Central Location and Vibrant Atmosphere

Located in the heart of Chichester, The Vestry offers a lively bar and restaurant with live music on select nights. Just steps away from the iconic Chichester Cathedral, guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant local culture.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms

Each room at Vestry Chichester is thoughtfully designed with modern amenities including a private bathroom, TV, and tea/coffee facilities. Upgrade to a room with a super king-size bed or a relaxing corner bath for a touch of luxury during your stay.

Historic Charm and Nearby Attractions

Immerse yourself in history with a stay at The Vestry, only a short walk from Tudor Market Cross and Pallant House Art Gallery. Explore the rich heritage of Chichester with easy access to shops and restaurants just minutes away.

Experience the charm and convenience of The Vestry - book your stay now for an unforgettable Chichester getaway.

Important information:

Guests may experience noise disturbance from live music from Thursday to Saturday until 03:00.

Please note that if a virtual credit card has been used to secure the booking, we will be required to obtain the guest’s personal card details upon arrival. This is necessary to cover any potential damages or smoking-related charges incurred during the stayPlease 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: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 1645 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 8.15
Location: 8.15
Room Quality: 7.15
Amenities: 6.65
Value for Money: 7.65
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 7.25
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James couple gb
10
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Kelvin couple gb
6
Good location, prepare for late night noise Thursday to Saturday
Pros:

Located a short 5 minute stroll to the Cathedral and main shopping streets. Breakfast was very good, good selection, freshly prepared.

Cons:

The hotel section is immediately above a busy pub, which has live entertainment until 3am on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and they kindly provide ear plugs in the room. We had room 8 which had possibly the most uncomfortable bed that I have ever slept in !!

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Marcus Morrison solo_traveller fk
9
One night in Chi
Pros:

Rooms were really spacious, staff really helpful and the brekkie was lovely 😍

Cons:

The stairs with luggage is a problem if you are on long hauls. But only a minor problem

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
M
Miranda couple gb
8
good basic hotel
Pros:

the bar below seemed a bit rough but once in the hotel section it was fine, the room large and well equipped, and the staff were welcoming and efficient. Breakfast good.

Cons:

Carpet in room could use a clean. Steep and long stairs to reach the hotel section so not suitable for less-abled.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Lauren couple gb
8
2026-08-23 via Nuitee
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Churchill couple gb
7
It was a good base for a couple of days.
Pros:

Breakfast excellent. Room comfortable and clean. Plenty of yeast and coffees etc and well equipped. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Downstairs decor was a bit off-putting. Very old pub style - all brown. Looked as if it would be sticky with beer but it was ok.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Kim solo_traveller gb
8
Very hospitable
Pros:

Characterful. Spacious bedroom and bathroom

Cons:

Bar entrance a bit strange. It didn’t feel like a hotel.

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
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Tracy solo_traveller gb
8
Great location, clean room, delicious breakfast, friendly staff.
Pros:

A great hotel that is an absolute winner for convenience, right in the city centre and just a short walk from the station. The staff were very warm and friendly, welcoming me with a straightforward check-in process and a lovely complimentary arrival drink. My room was clean and comfortable and stocked with plenty of refreshments. I also really appreciated the fan during the heatwave! The earplugs provided for the weekend music are a thoughtful touch, and the cooked breakfast was delicious!

Cons:

Although helping yourself to cereal, juice, etc. is generally the norm at breakfast, it would have been nice to have some upfront clarity from the staff on how it worked. Clearer guidance here would definitely improve the experience for future guests.

2026-08-17 via Nuitee
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Lisa family_with_children gb
10
Exceeded expectations… loved our stay !
Pros:

Great location. Very accommodating and helpful staff. Lovely comfortable bed. Breakfast outstanding

2026-08-15 via Nuitee
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Duncan couple gb
8
Very friendly staff, location was good, exactly as described
Pros:

Location was good, room was clean and tidy, bar was welcoming

Cons:

Nothing springs to mind

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple mx
8
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
S
Szabolcs family_with_children ch
6
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
A
Annie solo_traveller gb
3
If club noise is ok until the small hours then have fun, otherwise stay away. Nice staff though.
Pros:

the staff were nice and tried hard to help.

Cons:

I genuinely had zero idea this was a club with hotel rooms above. I stayed for half an hour late that night then left and booked somewhere else. The information on booking.com meant you had to scroll down and read through before you reached a warning about the club noise below from music until 0300. Same with the email. When I rang earlier in the day to check about parking, no-one told me. Clearly if I had realised the late noise until the small hours I would NEVER have booked it. The ear plugs on the pillow were a giveaway. It wasn't until I arrived and booked in and saw where I was and then went upstairs and went looking for reviews and read all my emails did I realise my mistake. They do make it clearer on the hotel website but I never looked there. I was working long hours and when I looked at it initially on booking.com and saw it was central with free parking with a reasonable looking room (albeit a slightly old fashioned bathroom) I thought it would be fine. I hoped it was suitable for my needs. I also wasn't happy that I paid £18 for parking because the one space that was free was teeny and very difficult to get a bigger car into. The nice guy on the desk did swap his car out so I could use his space but it was too late and I'd already had to pay. The hotel wouldn't refund me disputing that the noise issue was made clear. Interestingly the staff told me this happens a lot so I would argue I am not the first nor the last person to be caught out. I disagree but chalk it up to experience.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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William solo_traveller gb
8
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
C
Cox couple gb
6
Fair. Good location and parking
Pros:

Fixtures and fittings all a bit tired. Noisey over night because needed to open windows(no air con). Good breakfast and parking.

Cons:

Noisey.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Loretta solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-09 via Nuitee
D
Daniel couple gb
10
Great place to stay if visiting Chichester. The staff were lovely and the room was nice. The breakfast was yummy and the
Pros:

Room was big and bed was comfortable. Breakfast was nice and the staff were very friendly.

Cons:

Heard a bit of noise on the first night but that was expected due to the nature of the venue. They left some earplugs for us which was helpful.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Elfed couple gb
1
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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gbmaison52 couple gb
10
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
P
Paul couple gb
8
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms and the staff were great. Very polite and professional, my wife was on a dai
Pros:

Location and very clean and comfortable room

2026-08-02 via Nuitee