The Vestry

Hotels
7.6 (1604 reviews)
Southgate , Chichester , gb

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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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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

7.6
Based on 1604 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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Helen • couple • gb
5
One night ok
Pros:

Spacious room / comfortable bed
Free parking
Extremely helpful staff

Cons:

Our room faced a main road in front which was extremely noisy till very late. Because we had to keep the only window open due to the heat we couldn’t block the noises with the double glazing. A/c needed.
As it was above a pub the floors and tables downstairs were rather sticky and off putting.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • couple • gb
8
A good time with really great staff
Pros:

Location, excellent breakfast, superb staff

Cons:

Furnishings a little worn, wardrobe/dressing table especially. Probably not a lot that can be done about it being very hot weather but some sort of air con would have helped but doubt if practical in a building of this age

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • gb
10
Comfortable and convenient for a trip to the races
Pros:

Access to the bar. Room was good

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location whilst at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. You can get a shuttle bus from the train station 5 minutes walk away and leave your car at the hotel. Breakfast served at 6.30 to accommodate for the festival, however we left at 6.30 so didn't get chance to have breakfast, but they gave us coffee to take away. There are lots of good reviews on the breakfast.

Cons:

High price while the festival was on, but most hotels do the same, so no different.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • gb
4
Pros:

Clean rooms

Cons:

Taking advantage and doubling the price for local events. Price paid £540 for 2 nights 🫢 that’s a 5* accommodation price

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • couple • gb
1
Do not stay here if you want to sleep
Pros:

Location is good

Cons:

Facilities very basic for the prize. Incredibly loud music played until 3 am in the bar. No warning of this on the website

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Hermann • couple • de
8
WM-Sieg der Engländer mit inbegriffen
Pros:

Wir wussten, dass das Hotel genau sehr zentral genau über einem Pub liegt. Da wir aber am Sonntag angereist waren, sollte die nächtliche Lautstärke kein Problem darstellen. Allerdings kam dann die "gute Nachricht", dass wegen der Fußball-WM und dem nächtlichen Spiel der englischen Mannschaft das Pub die gesamte Nacht auf Sonntag geöffnet blieb - für uns eine nicht ganz so gute Nachricht - wir haben es überlebt!

Cons:

Wegen der Temperaturen mussten wir die Fenster geöffnet lassen, sodass der nächtliche Lärm des Pubs ziemlich stark war.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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ANNA • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location, friendly team. Breakfast, bedroom, parking

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • couple • gb
9
Pleasent and such friendly staff. couldn;t do enough for you.
Pros:

Bed comfortable. Room spacious .Bathroom big.

Cons:

No air con.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Very good value, nice staff and decent rooms. Not luxury but perfectly acceptable

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

It was all good, the room was big and airy and the bed was comfy. The free breakfast was gorgeous and I'm glad we came.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Lorea • family_with_children • es
9
Cumplio positivamente mis expectativas . lo recomiendo para futuros turistas
Pros:

hola la habitacion muy bien y aunque el hotel tenga la licencia de local para Karaoke, a penas habia ruido en la habitacion. El sayuno muy bien con varias opciones de desayuno ingles a elegir . lo recomiendo cien por cien

Cons:

La habitacion hacia mucho calor . se podria mejorar la refrigeracion de la misma .Gracias

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • gb
7
In general very good.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent. Location was excellent as well.

Cons:

Air con would have helped. Hand rail on stairs dirty. We found stair gripper on carpet had come off and was put at top of stairs. Otherwise it was OK.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
5
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Cooper • couple • gb
4
Nice cheap
Pros:

Location to cathedral

Cons:

The very very loud music that went on to 3 on the morning. And kept us awake. However They did warn us and supplied ear plugs.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Clean and comfy, just a little noisy
Pros:

The rooms were clean and very comfortable. The staff & service were very good 😊

Cons:

Noise.....we booked this very last minute as we let down by the original place we booked. The rooms are above the bar and it is a very lively student bar. It does say that music goes on late and it does. 2am!

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
Well worth the booking.
Pros:

Location very close to the centre. Adequate free parking. Fantastic breakfast.

Cons:

On the hottest day/night ever, could have done with some bedroom air.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The staff were friendly and helpful, the room was spacious and the hotel is also in the centre of Chichester which is a bonus.

Cons:

The only negative was that my partner thought the bed was too soft, but obviously that is just personal preference.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
8
It was a good place to stay if it had air con would be a great place to stay facility’s in the room were good tea coffee
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

No air conditioning

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee